The cardiac surgeon with 35+ years of experience, author of unique techniques. Replacement of the aortic valve
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Replacement of the aortic valve
- Consumable materials
- Medications
- General anesthesia
Duration
- 5 days in the hospital
- 14 days in the hotel
Accommodation
Hospitalization
Transport
Transfer is not included
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- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Program price
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda is a leading cardiac surgeon with more than 35 years of experience. He specializes in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, including cardiac transplantation. He is known worldwide for his skills in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, open heart surgery, and aortic aneurysm repair.
Dr. Ruyra is a recognized expert in the Ross procedure. He holds several patents for new techniques in valve repair and reconstruction. He is a member of the Spanish Society of Cardiac Surgery and the European Board of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. He also serves as an Associate Professor at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Replacement of the aortic valve at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona, Spain may cost around €45,000 for TAVI or €35,000-45,000 for open surgery. The clinic is JCI-accredited six times and specializes in minimally invasive procedures led by Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda with 33 years of experience.
About the procedure
The clinic offers two aortic valve replacement methods. TAVI is a minimally invasive option where the new valve is inserted through a catheter. Traditional open surgery involves a larger chest opening but may be more suitable for some patients.
Meet Dr. Ruyra Baliarda
Dr. Ruyra heads cardiac surgery at Teknon with 900+ procedures performed. He holds 3 patents for valve repair technologies and perfected the Ross procedure. His expertise covers mitral valve reconstruction and sutureless implants.
What's included
- Full surgical procedure
- Hospital stay in private room
- Intensive care unit monitoring
- Surgeon and team fees
- Follow-up visits (additional cost)
Diagnostics and preparation
Patients need ECG, echocardiography, CT or MRI scans, and blood work. Advanced imaging includes 3-D echocardiography and cardiac PET-CT. Coronary angiography is done if needed.
This leading cardiac center has treated many professional athletes and performers. Contact them to discuss which valve replacement method fits your condition.
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