Best Countries for Surgery — Page 12

Dr. Chen Surgery Hospital International Center is a Bangkok clinic where doctors are also the owners. It specializes in plastic and maxillofacial surgery for adults. Around 10,950 patients come each year, mostly from Latin America, Asia, the US, Canada, and Australia.

• Swiss 3D facial scanning program lets patients visualize results before surgery.
• All products and medications are FDA-approved and meet Ministry of Public Health standards.
• Aftercare includes hyperbaric oxygen therapy and light therapy for swelling reduction.
• Private patient rooms with 24-hour nursing care and a VIP lounge.
• Free airport transfers – 20 minutes from Suvarnabhumi, 30 minutes from Don Mueang.

SALUSS Medical Group serves international patients from 52 countries across 5 continents, specializing in a wide range of surgical treatments. The clinic handles over 600 patients annually, offering expertise in orthopaedic, neuro, cardiac, and cancer surgeries among other specialties.

Avicenna International Hospital was ranked 2nd best in Istanbul by Clinicspots. This multi-specialty center treats 175,000 patients each year. Core specialties include neurosurgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and weight loss surgery.

• Part of the Avicenna Hospitals group, operating for over 30 years with four locations across Istanbul.
• Patients come from CIS countries, Europe, and the Balkans.
• Holds IFSO certification for obesity and metabolic surgery.
• Accredited with ISO 9001 (TÜV NORD) and ISO 45001 for quality and safety.
• Offers ambulance services for rapid access across the city.

Dr. Özer Kavalcıoğlu brings 29 years of experience of ophthalmology experience specializing in retinal procedures. MACROvision surgery for both eyes may cost around 4-10 USD, covering the procedure, consultation, and VIP transfers. The TÜV NORD and ISO certified clinic performs 50,000+ eye surgeries annually. Dr. Kavalcıoğlu maintains active membership in international ophthalmology associations.

Asyaesthetic Clinic is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. It specializes in orthopedics, ENT, plastic surgery, and weight loss surgery. It holds a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence designation and a Bookimed Award for plastic surgery.

• Treats around 3,000 patients each year from the US, UK, Europe, and Balkan countries.
• 25 doctors work across 20 departments, including intensive care and emergency services.
• Official partner of Ivoclar Vivadent, a Swiss dental manufacturer.
• Accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• VIP rooms and a dedicated emergency department are available on-site.

Dr. Paik Nam-sun, listed among the world’s top 100 gastric and breast cancer surgeons, pioneered breast-conserving surgery in South Korea. He heads the Cancer Center for Women at Ewha Womans University Medical Center and developed a unique stomach cancer surgery technique. The clinic specializes in minimally invasive procedures with a focus on aesthetic outcomes.

Dr. Dyrda Alexander Olegovich, a surgeon with 30+ scientific publications and 4 medical patents, specializes in minimally invasive surgeries under ultrasound navigation. His procedures include liver abscess drainage, cholecystostomy, and laparoscopic abdominal surgeries. The clinic features intensive care wards with ventilation and its own diagnostic laboratory for prompt results.

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.

Dr. Ilker Zan, a vascular specialist with 15 years of experience of experience, focuses on minimally invasive varicose vein treatments without surgical incisions or hospitalization. He is accredited by the European Society for Vascular Surgery and the Turkish National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery. The clinic performs approximately 700 procedures annually, specializing in closed techniques that eliminate stitches and anesthesia risks.

AllMedica Surgery in Poland is a multi-specialty center in Krakow trusted by elite athletes and ballet dancers. It serves 20,000 patients annually across orthopedics, plastic surgery, and weight loss surgery. Surgeons trained at top European universities bring international expertise.

• Surgeons train at Università Cattolica in Rome and Jagiellonian University. They bring expertise from the US, Sweden, Brazil, and Germany.
• Patients receive personal assistance with documentation, transportation, and accommodation.
• Patients come from Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.