Best Countries for Ultrasound Abroad: TOP-394 Clinics

Hospital de la Familia is a boutique medical facility 200 yards from the US-Mexico border. It specializes in gastroenterology, cardiac surgery, and neurosurgery. The hospital is accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.

• Treated thousands of international patients since its medical tourism department opened in 2009.
• Featured in The New York Times, CNN, and the Chicago Tribune.
• Patients can also access the same surgeon network at AURA Health Center in Tijuana.
• Has 32 private rooms, 4 operating rooms, and an on-site imaging center.

Centro Médico Teknon has 19 ultrasound machines on-site for high-clarity imaging across various medical indications. Dr. Ramon Aurell Ballesteros leads the diagnostic process with over 30 years of experience. He is a member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology. This Barcelona facility holds Joint Commission International accreditation for imaging quality. An ultrasound typically costs around $260–$320. The clinic follows European Foundation for Quality Management standards to provide reliable results.

Memorial Antalya Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital. It was the first in Turkey licensed for liver and kidney transplants. The hospital treats 1.6 million patients annually across oncology, general surgery, and plastic surgery.

• 80% of cancer patients receive radiotherapy with a TrueBeam STx linear accelerator.
• Cancer treatment protocols follow NCCN and ESMO international guidelines.
• General surgery covers breast-saving operations, reconstruction, and gastric bypass.
• Plastic surgery includes rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and liposuction.
• International patients can stay at a 5-star guest house with free airport transfer and interpreters.

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers, operating on a 53,000 m² area with 252 beds, 13 operating rooms, and advanced intensive care units. Opened in 2000, it became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming world-class standards.

The hospital is recognized for its expertise in oncology, organ and bone marrow transplantation (90% organ transplant success rate), IVF, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and genetics. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized centers, Memorial Şişli attracts patients from 167 countries each year, combining top-level medical care with Istanbul’s unique cultural and travel opportunities.

Meliva Kardiolita Hospital is the only JCI-accredited hospital in the Baltic States. This private hospital in Vilnius welcomes nearly 300,000 patients annually. Its core specialties include orthopedics, cardiac surgery, plastic surgery, and bariatric surgery.

• 99% success rate in coronary artery bypass, even for high-risk cardiac patients.
• Overall post-surgery complication rate stays under 2%.
• Performs over 500 surgical procedures each year across 33 departments.
• Personal English-speaking coordinator, in-house lab, and on-site rehabilitation center.

Anadolu Medical Center is a member of the Johns Hopkins Medicine International network. This affiliation ensures imaging follows American clinical standards. Specialized scans are available for the thyroid, kidneys, and breast. A kidney or thyroid ultrasound typically costs around $150. Abdominal imaging runs around $320. The clinic has maintained JCI accreditation since 2007 to verify the reliability of its diagnostic services. These scans are performed on an outpatient basis with results provided by staff radiologists.

Intrarat Hospital is an ISO 9001:2015-certified hospital in Bangkok. It treats 100,000 patients each year across its main specialties. The hospital focuses on orthopedics, internal medicine, cardiology, and pediatrics.

• 200 physicians work across 26 departments.
• Specialized centers include cardiology, dental, and hemodialysis.
• Offers ophthalmology, ENT, gynecology, and gastroenterology services.
• A dedicated child health center supports pediatric care.

kdms Orthopedic Hospital is Thailand's first dedicated orthopedic-only hospital. It specializes in hip and knee, spine, and sports medicine. The 1st orthopedic hospital in Thailand holds JCI accreditation.

• Robotic surgery assistant technology enables more precise and accurate operations.
• Uses minimally invasive surgery for less pain, smaller incisions, and faster recovery.
• Designed as a one-stop service center with specialized co-treatment spaces.
• Advanced imaging equipment includes on-site X-ray, MRI, and CT scan.

KCM Clinic is a ISO-certified specialty hospital in Jelenia Góra, Poland, treating around 2,500 patients a year. Its main specialties are bariatric surgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and minimally invasive spine surgery. The clinic has a collaboration with the Stanford Health system.

• Among the few clinics in Europe using an Olympus 3D visualization system for weight loss surgery.
• Performed over 4,500 knee and hip joint replacements with American Zimmer Biomet implants.
• Leader in endoscopic cervical spine surgeries in Europe – over 3,000 procedures done.
• Package programs for international patients include airport transfer, hotel, meals, and physiotherapy.

This Cancún clinic for bariatric and GI surgery is led by a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. It specializes in gastroenterology, surgery, and weight loss surgery with ASMBS accreditation.

• Treats 500 patients each year from the US, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and Australia.
• Two surgeons and two departments dedicated to GI and bariatric surgery.