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Istanbul Okan University Hospital is a private multi-specialty hospital with its own research center. It specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and transplantology. Treats over 110,000 patients annually. Holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

• Patients from Europe, the Balkans, and CIS countries regularly travel to this hospital.
• Over 90 doctors with international recognition work across 41 departments.
• The 250-bed facility includes 10 operating theaters and an on-site research laboratory.
• Holds ISO certification and accreditation from the Turkish Medical Association.
• Named Best Hospital by Azerbaijan.

European Health Center Otwock is Poland's first private hospital specializing in oncology and cardiology. It houses the country's only Interdisciplinary Cardio-oncology Department. It was also the first in Poland to receive all technological innovations from Philips Healthcare.

• Radiology department is a Philips International Reference Centre with 3-Tesla MRI and 128-slice CT.
• One of the top centers worldwide for pulmonary artery angioplasty and pump implantation.
• Urology department, accredited by the Polish Ministry of Health and EBU, performs laparoscopic onco-urological surgery.
• Offers genetic testing for prostate, breast, ovarian, and colorectal cancers, including Mammaprint and 4K-score analysis.

International Clinic Park Monso is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Paris with a quality certificate from the National Health Authority of France. Its main specialties are oncology, gynecology, neurology, and nephrology with hemodialysis. The clinic also houses the largest hemodialysis center in Paris.

• Oncology department is accredited by the National Cancer Institute of France.
• Part of the Center for Paris Cancer Care (SCOOP) network for weekly joint consultations.
• Hemodialysis center uses Gambro AK200s and AK200u devices for blood purification.
• CT scanner LightSpeed VCT handles oncological, neurological, and vascular diagnostics.
• VIP rooms include an office, refrigerator, and safe with kosher meal options available.

Clinica Universidad de Navarra (CUN) is the best private Spanish hospital in 2018 according to MERCO (monitoring organization of medical reputation).

Navarra is a leading sarcoma center. 74% of patients get cured of bone sarcoma; and in up to 95% of cases, an affected limb is preserved.

Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Organ Transplant, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery are the primary specialties in Navarra Hospital.

Hospital de Navarra is the 1st in Spain that has received JCI, the US certificate for the high quality of medical services.

Over 700,000 patients from 70 countries have been treated at Navarra.

Forty percent of international medical tourists pick Bangkok Hospital Pattaya. It treats over 400,000 patients yearly from 150 countries and holds JCI accreditation. Part of the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services group, its top specialties are cardiology and cosmetic surgery.

• Heart Center performs coronary bypass surgery without a heart-lung machine.
• Received the Prime Minister's Export Award for services to international patients.
• Digital Mammogram with Tomosynthesis offers 2D and 3D breast imaging in 10 seconds with less pain.
• 128-Slice CT scans coronary arteries in 4 seconds with 90% accuracy.
• Accredited by TEMOS and certified under ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD.

Lippe Detmold Clinic is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in Germany, with over 150,000 patients treated annually. Its core specialties are surgery, cardiology, and orthopedics. Certified by the German Cardiac Society for heart failure and congenital heart disease care.

• Over 3,200 patients treated in cardiology each year. Two catheterization labs on site.
• TOP-15 hospital in Germany for knee and hip joint replacements, per German Health Insurance research.
• Lowest postoperative complication rate in orthopedics across North Rhine-Westphalia.
• Spine operations done endoscopically using a neuronavigation system to protect nerves.
• English-speaking coordinator helps with airport transfers, hotel booking, and interpreters.

National Research Cardiac Surgery Center is a JCI-accredited hospital in Astana and one of the world’s 22 best clinics for complex heart surgeries. It specializes in heart failure, valvular disease, and congenital malformations. Treats 6,000 patients annually.

• Minimally invasive heart surgery with 7–12 cm incisions. Aortocoronary bypass uses the ROC Safe system to cut blood transfusions by 58%.
• TAVI heart valve replacements through a catheter using Carbomedics valves from the US. Hospital stays of just 1–3 days.
• 60 LVAD implantations performed. The device can extend life up to 10 years and fully restores the heart in 3% of cases.
• Pediatric team treats children from birth to 18 years, with endovascular and minimally invasive options preferred.
• Services for international patients include visa help, medical record translation, airport transfer, and post-discharge consultation.

Bremen-Nord Clinic is a multispecialty hospital founded in 1887. It belongs to the Gesundheit Nord hospital network and treats 40,000 patients each year. Main specialties include general and vascular surgery, obstetrics, gynecology, and orthopedics.

• Vascular Center ranked 5th among 100 vascular clinics in Germany. Certified by the German Society for Vascular Surgery.
• Over 22,000 operations in general, vascular, and abdominal surgery completed.
• Gynecology department delivers 2,000 babies annually. Handles laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries.
• Orthopedics department certified as an Age-Related Traumatology Center since 2015.
• International patients get airport transfers, full-board accommodation, and a personal coordinator.

Bremen-Ost Clinic is a lung surgery and neurology specialist, part of the Gesundheit Nord hospital network. The Pulmonary Center is certified by the German Cancer Society as a leading lung treatment center. Around 19,000 patients choose this clinic each year.

• Ranked among Germany's top 100 hospitals and best medical facilities by Focus magazine.
• KTQ-certified since 2008 for quality, transparency, and patient safety standards.
• Pulmonary Center performs 65% of inpatient and 90% of outpatient lung procedures using minimally invasive VATS.
• Neurology department has 85 beds with an early rehabilitation unit running since 1998.
• International patients get airport transfers, full-board accommodation, medical translation, and a dedicated coordinator.

Links der Weser Clinic is a certified chest pain center by the German Society of Cardiology. It treats 27,000 patients annually and specializes in cardiovascular diseases, gynecology, and obstetrics. It is part of the Gesundheit Nord network.

• Performs 2,100 cardiac surgeries, 1,200 TAVI, and 350 MitraClip procedures annually.
• Gynecology department delivered 3,000 babies in 2016, ranking first in Bremen.
• Hybrid operating room for both open and minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
• Free airport transfers and full-board accommodation for international patients.
• Named among Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals in 2021.