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Ankle Joint Replacement in Italy — Get 3 Top Clinic Matches with Costs
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How Much Does Ankle joint replacement Cost in Italy?
Ankle joint replacement in Italy typically costs from $14,500 to $21,000. The final price depends on the surgical technique, the outpatient or inpatient status, and the specific implant model used. Patients save around 63% compared to the US, where this procedure costs $48,000 on average. Standard surgical packages generally include the prosthesis, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and several nights of hospitalization.
- Specialized medical centers: High-end institutes in Milan or Sardinia often charge 15-20% more than regional clinics.
- Initial specialist consultation: Expect to budget approximately $250 for a face-to-face evaluation with an orthopedic surgeon.
- Advanced reconstruction: Complex cases involving robotic-assisted surgery or total foot reconstruction typically carry higher price points.
- Geographic location: Major medical hubs include Milan, Rome, Bologna, and Bari for advanced orthopedic care.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a high-volume center like IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio offers unique value. This facility performs 75% of Italy's revision orthopedic surgeries, ensuring immense technical expertise. For complex cases, seeking a JCI-accredited facility like Maria Cecilia Hospital is a smart move. Their specialized teams, led by surgeons with over 15,000 operations, provide elite care at competitive European rates.
| Italy | Turkey | Austria | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ankle joint replacement | ≈ $14,500 | from $5,000 | ≈ $16,500 |
Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 64 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.
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Ankle joint replacement Overview in Italy
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patients recommend -
85%
Surgery Time - 2 hours
Stay in the country - 10 days
Rehabilitation - 6 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 23249
Verified patient reviews - 20
Bookimed fees - $0
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Day 1
- Arrive in the country, transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2-3
- Pre-operation consultation with a specialist.
- Undergo necessary medical tests.
Day 4
- Review test results and finalize surgery plans.
Day 5
- Ankle joint replacement surgery takes place.
- General anesthesia is used.
- The procedure lasts about 2-3 hours.
Day 6-10
- Post-operation recovery in the clinic.
- Monitor and manage pain and swelling.
Week 2-6
- Begin rehabilitation exercises under supervision.
- Gradual increase in activities.
Week 7-12
- Continued rehabilitation and physical therapy.
- Limited return to work is possible.
Week 13-26
- Full return to work and normal activities.
- Return to sports is possible.
Week 27+
- Final results of the ankle joint replacement are visible.
Please note that every individual"s recovery timeline can vary based on their overall health, age, and the complexity of the surgery.
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Our Doctors
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Raul Zini
47 years of experience
15,000 operations performed, with 1,215 hip arthroscopies between 2009 and 2015. Dr. Zini specializes in joint health at Maria Cecilia Hospital.
- Coordinates the Orthopedics and Traumatology Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital
- Author of 7 monographs and over 100 publications in national journals
- Treated numerous professional athletes, including Sasha Djordjevic and Jean Prioleau
- Recipient of the Bellando-Randone Prize twice for his contributions to orthopedics
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Francesco Lolli
23 years of experience
Dr. Francesco Lolli is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He has performed over 3,000 spine surgeries, focusing on complex vertebral deformities. Dr. Lolli previously served as a spine specialist at the Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute. He treats congenital, neuromuscular, and degenerative conditions in children and adults.
- Corrects scoliosis and kyphosis using techniques like growing rods and VEPTR.
- Expert in vertebral resection methods, including Smith Petersen and pedicle subtraction osteotomies.
- Active member of AO Spine and speaker at the Global Spine Congress.
- Published 30+ papers in journals such as Spine and the European Spine Journal.
Reviews about Bookimed: Discover Patients' Insights
All reviewsВолодимир Яворський • Conservative treatment of scoliosis
Ukraine
Nov 28, 2018
"A trip to the clinic was done by Yana
Hello, I have serious scoliosis and some other health problems, it is necessary to operate scoliosis and preferably as soon as possible since it will only get worse ... In Ukraine, everyone refused to operate because there was a very big risk, Poland also refused ... Then I My coordinator Pavel Popkov wrote to Bookimed just a great person, he answers any questions even to stupid ones, he sent my documents to different clinics and finally the Galeazzi clinic was told to come for a detailed consultation ... The consultation was successful, everything seems to be going positive, waiting for a final decision from them! A trip to the clinic was done by Yana. She got us free tickets for a special program.
Сергей • Consultation with an orthopaedist
Aug 16, 2021
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Hello. Bookimed organization was excellent. I was greeted very warmly, they sent a car for me, I did not stand in any queues. Honey. the autumn staff carried out a detailed and high-quality survey. I am very glad. The clinic and the specialists are wonderful. I would especially like to note and thank Yulia, who literally did not leave me a single step, was my translator, was very attentive and professional. If I need to, I will definitely use the services of Bookimed. Thanks for all.
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Кайрат • Ankylosing spondylitis
Kazakhstan
Aug 27, 2022
"We had a consultation with a doctor
We had a consultation with a doctor. Despite his youth, the specialist was very qualified and friendly. Clinic conditions are excellent
About Bookimed service
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Anastasia Epaneshnikova • Hip replacement
Feb 21, 2019
Consultation pleased!
The consultation went well and the doctor was good.
The girl coordinator, in place, is a good translator.
Consultation pleased!
Nazar Lozhkin • Hip replacement
Ukraine
Jun 11, 2018
Thank you
Very satisfied with the trip. Quality and capacious advice.
Thank you
Matthew Buckley • MRI of one area
United Kingdom
May 8, 2019
Drs seemed very good. The consultation was calm and professional but I was told I would have results within 2 working days. When I didn’t receive any information I returned to the hospital and was told I would be emailed within 24 hours. When that didn’t happen I had to come in again and was hugely surprised by a very rude and impatient receptionist who was dismissive and seemed to want to blame me somehow. She made some very unprofessional comments about me to colleagues in front of other patients when she thought I couldn’t hear. Other staff did their best to help afterwards but considering the money spent and my experience I would not recommend this place at all.
Anonymous • Consultation with an orthopaedist
Italy
Oct 21, 2022
I went to the Galeazzi clinic. Milan. Italy. on my son's problem - gmgantism. Coordinators from Bookimed got involved. Had an online consultation. for which I paid 360 euros. All required documentation has been sent. references. analyses. x-rays. To determine the volume of the operation and the cost, they said that the patient needs to come to Milan. I'm from Ukraine. It's hard to describe how the journey cost me. with what difficulty. Upon arrival in Milan. we are consulted by another doctor and gives quite the opposite answer.!! Is it really impossible to agree and view all the documentation. y t. h and the video was sent!!! with immediately give a negative answer during an online consultation. why do it at all then? It's just a waste of money. not problem solving. Be careful!
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Dr. Kayhan Turan is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in robotic-assisted joint replacement and sports medicine. He performed Turkey's first robotic knee and hip replacements and has completed over 3,500 robotic surgeries.
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Fast Facts about Ankle joint replacement
Ankle joint replacement
Ankle joint replacement, also known as ankle arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure where a damaged ankle joint is replaced with a prosthetic ankle.
Pros: Provides better mobility and reduced pain compared to arthrodesis of the ankle joint. Approximately 90% of patients report significant pain relief and improved function post-surgery.
Cons: The lifespan of the artificial ankle is limited, sometimes requiring revision surgery in 10-15 years. Risk of infection and prosthetic loosening is higher compared to ankle arthroscopy.
Effectiveness: 90% success rate in improving pain and function.
Duration: 2-3 hours.
Recovery: 3-6 months.
Best for: Patients with severe arthritis or degenerative joint disease in the ankle. Suitable for individuals seeking improved mobility and pain relief.
Prices: View costs of other techniques