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Shoulder replacement in Italy — get 3 personalized clinic matches
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How Much Does Shoulder replacement Cost in Italy?
Shoulder replacement in Italy typically costs from $10,000 to $21,500. The final price depends on the prosthetic type, surgical technique, and the clinic's location. In the US, this procedure costs $46,500 on average. Patients save around 66% by choosing Italian specialized orthopedic centers. Costs generally include the prosthesis, surgeon fees, and several days of hospitalization.
- Rotator cuff repair surgery: $3,000 to $8,800 for tendon reattachment.
- Bankart repair: $5,200 to $8,000 for shoulder instability.
- Conservative treatment: $1,000 to $2,400 for habitual shoulder dislocation.
- Surgical complexity: Reverse shoulder replacements and revision surgeries typically carry a 20-30% premium.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a high-volume center in Milan or Rome ensures access to elite expertise. IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio performs 5,000 operations annually and handles 75% of Italy's revision surgeries. This high volume often leads to better value through specialized care pathways. Some facilities, like Maria Cecilia Hospital, are JCI-accredited and offer transfer services for international patients.
| Italy | Turkey | Austria | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder replacement | from $10,000 | from $4,500 | ≈ $18,500 |
| Rotator cuff repair surgery | from $3,000 | from $2,500 | ≈ $7,200 |
| Conservative treatment for habitual dislocation of the shoulder | ≈ $1,000 | ≈ $450 | ≈ $1,400 |
| Bankart repair | ≈ $5,200 | from $5,500 | ≈ $6,200 |
Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 147 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.
Discover the Best Shoulder replacement Clinics in Italy: 6 Verified Options and Prices
The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.
Shoulder replacement Overview in Italy
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patients recommend -
85%
Surgery Time - 2 hours
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 6 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 23249
Verified patient reviews - 20
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Shoulder replacement
- Rotator cuff repair surgery - from $3,000This procedure mends damaged shoulder tendons, improving mobility and easing pain via low-risk surgical intervention.
- Shoulder replacement - from $10,000This surgery involves exchanging worn-out shoulder parts with artificial components to relieve pain and improve function.
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Day 1: Arrival and Pre-Operation
- Arrival at the airport.
- Transfer to the hotel.
- Consultation with an orthopedist traumatologist.
- Initial medical tests and examinations.
- Discussion of the procedure, risks, and recovery plan.
Day 2: Shoulder Replacement
- Transfer from the hotel to the clinic.
- Preparation for surgery including anesthesia.
- Shoulder replacement surgery (Duration: 2-3 hours).
- Post-operation monitoring in the recovery room.
Day 3-7: Post-Operation and Hospital Stay
- Post-operative care in the hospital.
- Regular checks by medical staff.
- Start of physical therapy to regain shoulder mobility.
- Transfer back to the hotel at the end of hospital stay.
Week 1-6: Rehabilitation
- Continuation of physical therapy at home.
- Gradual increase in shoulder activity.
- Regular follow-up consultations with orthopedist.
Week 6-12: Return to Normal Activities
- Gradual return to work and daily activities.
- Continued physical therapy as needed.
- Full recovery and final result visible.
Please note: Every patient"s recovery timeline may vary based on individual health conditions and progress.
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Raul Zini
47 years of experience
15,000+ orthopedic surgeries performed – Dr. Zini specializes in shoulder replacements at Maria Cecilia Hospital.
- 47 years as Coordinator of Orthopedics at Maria Cecilia Hospital
- Treated numerous professional athletes with complex joint issues
- Specializes in arthroscopic and prosthetic shoulder procedures
- Author of 100+ publications on joint treatments
- Twice awarded the Bellando-Randone Prize for orthopedic research
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Giuseppe Speziale
29 years of experience
Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a cardiac surgeon and Director of Cardiac Surgery at Santa Maria Hospital. He lives and works in Rome. He focuses on minimally invasive and noninvasive valvular surgeries. Dr. Speziale serves as the Vice President of GVM Care & Research. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation and mitral valve prolapse.
- Coordinator of the GVM Care & Research Cardiac Surgery Department.
- Active member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
- Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Scientific Director of the Italian Association of Cardiopaths onlus.
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Prof Giuseppe Speziale
34 years of experience
Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a cardiac surgeon specializing in minimally invasive valve surgery at Ospedale Santa Maria. He is the National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery for GVM Care & Research. Dr. Speziale earned the Top Doctors Award for his surgical expertise. He co-founded the Mitral Academy to improve restorative heart surgery techniques.
- Specializes in mitral valve repair and thoracic aortic surgery.
- Performs both on-pump and off-pump myocardial revascularization.
- Author of over 90 scientific publications in journals like the European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS).
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
"If I need to, I will definitely use the services of Bookimed
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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