Best Countries for Consultation with a physician — Page 5

Nordwest Clinic is a German hospital that developed innovations like 3D ultrasound and anticancer vaccines. Its main specialties are oncology, orthopedics, cardiology, neurology, gynecology, urology, and surgery. Named a TOP German hospital by Focus and among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

• Oncology and Hematology Center is ESMO-certified – only 22 clinics worldwide hold this status.
• Only certified center in the region for focused ultrasound (FUS), recognized by Time magazine as a top invention.
• Comprises 5 research institutes, 11 specialized clinics, and 17 certified centers.
• Treats over 60,000 patients annually with 286 doctors across 28 departments.
• Single wards with WiFi, TV, and meals. Translation services provided for international patients.

Ewha Womans University Medical Center is a JCI-accredited women-only hospital founded in 1887. It specializes in breast, thyroid, and urogenital cancer care, plus joint replacement and robotic surgery. Affiliated with the country's largest women's university.

• First in the world to perform robotic gynecological surgery through a single small incision.
• Only hospital in South Korea that installs artificial bladders made from the patient's own small intestine.
• Developed the Proxima artificial hip joint that does not require cement for fastening.
• Recognized as the best hospital for colon cancer treatment by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
• Won first place in the national Quality of Services competition for three consecutive years.

La Madonnina Clinic is a multidisciplinary hospital in central Milan, part of Italy's San Donato network. It specializes in medical check-ups, obesity treatment with intragastric balloons, and plastic surgery. The clinic has treated high-profile patients including Silvio Berlusconi and AC Milan players.

• Open-type 1.5 Tesla MRI designed for patients with claustrophobia or excess weight.
• Elipse intragastric balloon inserted endoscopically in 10 minutes with no incisions.
• Orbera-365 balloon – the world's most popular weight loss method with over 280,000 sold.
• Plastic surgeons use computer modeling to show patients their results before surgery.
• Custom menu from the on-site restaurant. Family members can stay in the same room.

Altoa | Beroun Rehabilitation Hospital is an ISO and SAK-accredited facility near Prague. It treats neurological, trauma, and orthopedic conditions. The hospital serves nearly 10,000 patients each year.

• Hospitalized patients receive up to 10 treatment procedures each day.
• Hydrotherapy center has two pools, one with a walkway and counter-current feature.
• Gym features David and Hur fitness machines with visual feedback and patient smart cards.
• Physical therapy includes shockwave therapy, laser therapy, and manual lymphatic drainage.
• It is a 20-minute drive from Prague International Airport with private transportation.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is South Korea's first digital hospital. It treats 1.5 million patients annually with the BESTcare safety system. Core specialties include general surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and cardiovascular care.

• World's first laparoscopic liver resection in a child and first extended cholecystectomy.
• 5,000 stomach cancer surgeries completed, 90% performed laparoscopically.
• Cardiovascular Center handles 103,000 patients and 2,400 open heart surgeries yearly.
• Over 1,000 Gamma Knife procedures for head and neck tumors completed.
• Named to Newsweek's World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 and GHA-accredited.

CSM Clinic is a private multi-specialty medical center in Bila Tserkva. It is known for stem cell therapy and one of Ukraine's largest physiotherapy centers. Its core specialties are cardiology, neurology, reproductology, and nuclear medicine.

• Serves around 7,000 patients annually, most from CIS countries, Europe, and the Commonwealth.
• Treats both adults and children, including those with autism, cerebral palsy, and PTSD.
• Uses certified biological materials and advanced technology from top global manufacturers.
• Physiotherapy center features cutting-edge tech for recovery after injuries, strokes, and surgeries.

Asan Medical Center is South Korea's largest multidisciplinary hospital, recognized by Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list. It leads in organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. ISO-certified and KOIHA-accredited, it has Korea's highest number of organ transplants per KONOS data.

• Performs 55,000+ surgeries yearly, with a 98% liver transplant success rate.
• First in South Korea for over a dozen pioneering transplant procedures since 1992.
• Equipped with da Vinci robotic systems, GammaKnife, and PET-CT for precision treatment.
• Free airport transfers and a personal coordinator assigned to each international patient.

4everyouthful Medical Studio serves 1,000 patients yearly from Europe and the Americas. It specializes in aesthetic medicine, cosmetology, and longevity health. The clinic also offers wellness retreats and regenerative medicine.

• Winner of the Bookimed Award for Patient Choice in Rehabilitation.
• Regenerative therapies include stem cell IV, placenta implants, and exosomes.
• CO2 fractional laser treats scars, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and stretch marks.
• Diode laser hair removal covers face, body, and intimate areas.
• Body treatments include body sculpt, firming, and Hydrafacial.

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited university hospital in Seoul's Gangnam district. It was the first in South Korea to perform a lung transplant. The hospital's core strengths are oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and comprehensive health check-ups.

• First in Asia to use the da Vinci Robotic System for minimally invasive surgeries.
• Neurosurgery department performs 1,300 surgeries per year. Spinal team has done over 700 scoliosis operations, the most in South Korea.
• Cardiology team carries out around 1,000 coronarographies and 800 stentings each year.
• Two Tomotherapy devices deliver highly accurate radiation for prostate, brain, and spine cancers.
• Five check-up programs, from Basic to VIP. Free interpreter services and airport transfer for bills over $4,400.

Manipal Hospitals is part of the Manipal Education & Medical Group, the third largest healthcare provider in India. It holds JCI, ISO, and NABH accreditations. The network serves over 2 million patients annually from 30 countries.

• The Manipal Group has over 50 years of healthcare experience and runs 15 hospitals across India, Nigeria, and Malaysia.
• Offers services in 60 departments and 56 specialties, including a dedicated heart institute for cardiology and heart surgery.
• Named Best Hospital in Bangalore by Week Magazine for 6 consecutive years.
• Recognized in Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals ranking.
• Employs 1,900 doctors to care for international patients.