IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO
Herniated disk treatment cost in Italy is primarily determined by the surgical technique, with a consultation with a neurosurgeon ranging from $200 to $300 and a standard discectomy running from $12,400 to $22,000. Total expenses depend on the hospital stay duration and whether stabilization implants are required. Patients typically save 40-60% compared to the US. Milan, Rome, and Bologna are the leading cities for specialized spinal care.
Typical Herniated Disk Treatment Costs in Italy
Bookimed Expert Insight: For complex spine cases, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio is the premier choice. It performs 75% of Italy's orthopedic revision surgeries, ensuring high expertise for failed previous treatments. Patients seeking advanced micro-invasive techniques should consider Maria Cecilia Hospital. Dr. François Lechanoine there has performed over 1,600 surgeries and leads specialized training in UBE (unilateral biportal endoscopy) for faster recovery.
| Italy | Turkey | Austria | |
| Vertebral plastic | from $3,700 | from $3,500 | from $4,500 |
| Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic | from $15,000 | from $1,053 | from $20,000 |
| Laminectomy | from $12,370 | from $4,300 | from $15,000 |
| Herniated disc surgery | from $16,000 | from $3,492 | from $20,000 |
| Discectomy | from $12,370 | from $4,510 | from $15,000 |
Spine Neurosurgeon
Performed 2,500+ complex neurosurgical procedures, Dr. Lechanoine specializes in minimally invasive spine techniques like UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) at Maria Cecilia Hospital.
Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni is a general surgeon with 35 years of experience. He specializes in oncology and general surgery. Dr. Masoni is known for his skill in minimally invasive colorectal, proctological, and pelvic floor surgeries. He developed a new bilio-intestinal bypass technique. He also received recognition for performing a total proctocolectomy using a three-trocar method.
Dr. Masoni is active in research and teaching. He served on the Didactic and Scientific Council at the University of Rome 'La Sapienza'. He completed specializations at both 'La Sapienza' and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. This has strengthened his international profile.
Written by Veronika Kazina