Best Countries for Surgery — Page 22

Medicover Hospital Hungary is part of a European medical network with 150 clinics across 14 countries. It specializes in general surgery, vascular surgery, orthopedics, and otorhinolaryngology. The hospital is ISO 9001 certified and its surgeons have over 30 years of experience.

• Treatment costs are lower than in hospitals in Germany, France, and Spain.
• International patients get a single room, free airport transfer, and a personal coordinator.
• The hospital uses the same equipment and treatment protocols as top European hospitals.
• Surgical options include laparoscopic, endoscopic, and arthroscopic techniques for faster recovery.

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.

Bremen-Ost Clinic specializes in lung surgery and neurology, treating 19,000 patients annually. The facility was ranked among Germany's best hospitals by Focus magazine for its high success rates. Dr. Alessandro Marra heads the Thoracic Surgery Clinic, while Dr. Dieter Ukena leads Pulmonology with expertise in lung cancer treatment and immunotherapy.

Global Hospital Mumbai specializes in robotic surgery and organ transplants, including liver and kidney procedures. Dr. Ravi Mohanka, Head of Liver Transplant and Hepato-Biliary Surgery, has performed over 1,300 transplants with an 88% survival rate. He trained at leading hospitals in the USA, India, France, and Italy.

Manipal Goa Hospital uses IBM Watson for Oncology, with 96% accuracy for lung cancer. It is the largest medical center on India's western coast and holds NABH accreditation. Core specialties include oncology, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and laparoscopy.

• The Manipal Hospitals network serves 2 million international patients from 30 countries yearly.
• It houses Goa's first Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and offers autologous and allogeneic transplants.
• The neurology center treats 600 inpatients and performs 500 complex neurosurgeries each year.
• Orthopedics is the state's first center for sports trauma, with minimally invasive arthroplasty.
• International patients receive free airport transfers, interpreters, and accommodations, with costs 2–5 times lower than in Western Europe.

Seoul National University Hospital is South Korea's premier facility for surgical care, serving over 10,700 patients daily. Dr. Han Byoel Lee specializes in oncoplastic surgery and breast cancer treatment, with advanced degrees from Seoul National University and KAIST. The hospital maintains state-of-the-art digital systems for patient care and record-keeping.

Hospital HM Nou Delfos is part of Spain's largest HM Hospitals network, specializing in surgery with advanced equipment like EOS imaging systems, CT, MRI, and radiotherapy units. Dr. Albert Miralles Cassina, a leading cardiac surgeon with expertise in valvular heart surgery, coronary bypass, and aortic aneurysm procedures, brings extensive experience in heart transplantation and mechanical assistance. The clinic collaborates with Institut Guttmann for neurorehabilitation and holds quality certifications.

Dr. Arturo Muñoz Meza Plastic Surgery has 20+ years experience with no severe complications. It specializes in breast enlargement, liposuction, rhinoplasty, and mommy makeovers. Surgeries take place at Angeles Hospital, part of Mexico's largest private hospital network.

• Holds memberships in ISAPS, ASPS, and AMCPER.
• Surgery packages include hospital stay, 4-star hotel with medical beds, and airport transfer.
• Mommy makeover is the top procedure, combining breast lift, abdominoplasty, and BBL skin treatment.
• Breast enlargement uses a small incision with silicone or saline implants in round or teardrop shapes.

Schlosspark Clinic treats over 13,600 patients annually and is recognized among Berlin's top medical facilities. Prof. Theodoros Kombos, Head of Neurosurgery with 27 years of experience of experience, specializes in brain and skull base tumors. He developed a rehabilitation method post-surgery and holds memberships in the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and German Society for Spinal Surgery.

Sikarin Hospital is a JCI and ISO-accredited hospital in Bangkok serving over 255,000 patients each year. It specializes in plastic surgery, orthopedics, gastroenterology, and cardiovascular surgery. Since 1993, its 17 specialized centers treat about 700 patients daily.

• 128-slice CT scanner for brain, blood vessels, lungs, and intestines. On-site MRI and mammography available.
• Cardiovascular center with catheterization lab handles angioplasty, heart valve replacement, and pacemaker surgery.
• Computer-navigated knee and hip joint replacement with hypoallergenic metal and plastic endoprostheses.
• Gastroenterology uses capsular endoscopy – a swallowable tablet instead of a gastric catheter.
• Free airport transfers and free language assistance for Arabic, Chinese, English, French, and Japanese patients.