Arthroscopic surgery
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Rotator cuff repair surgery
- Arthroscopic meniscus repair
- ACL reconstruction surgery
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Bankart repair
- Arthroscopic surgery
- 24-hr nurse services
- Hotel
- Consultation with an anesthesiologist
- Consultation with an orthopedist
Duration
- 1 days in the hospital
- 4 days in the hotel
Accommodation
4* Hotel
Transport
Transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport
Implant
No implant applicable
Additional information
Advanced Shoulder & Knee Arthroscopy with Cutting-Edge Technology
Olympion Medical Center of Patras
At Olympion Medical Center of Patras, we perform advanced arthroscopic surgeries for the shoulder and knee using the latest medical technology. This state-of-the-art approach ensures exceptional surgical precision, optimal joint visualization, and rapid recovery.
The procedure is carried out by Dr. Andreas Papadopoulos, Specialist in Orthopedics and Arthroscopic Surgery.
Key Advantages of Advanced Arthroscopy
Personalized Approach: Customized surgical plan tailored exactly to your specific joint anatomy.
High-Definition Visualization: Real-time intraoperative camera navigation for precise diagnostic assessment and targeted repair.
Anatomical Restoration: Superior accuracy in ligament, tendon, or meniscus repair customized to your unique joint structure.
Minimally Invasive: Significantly reduced blood loss, minimal scarring, and a much shorter hospital stay compared to open surgeries.
Long-Term Reliability: Optimized joint stability and a dramatically lower risk of long-term wear or future complications.
Typical Patient Benefits
Faster recovery and a quicker return to daily activities and sports.
Improved joint function and a significantly natural range of motion.
Minimal post-operative pain and fewer complications related to large incisions.
Treatment Timeline & Cost
We are typically able to schedule and organize the surgical procedure within about 3 weeks from your first consultation. During this initial visit, Dr. Papadopoulos evaluates your condition, qualifies you for the procedure, and issues the official surgical referral.
Standard Arthroscopy Estimated Price: 5,000 EUR (For simple procedures where no orthopedic implants/anchors are required).
Advanced Reconstruction Estimated Price: 7,000 EUR - 8,000 EUR (For specialized procedures requiring advanced implants/anchors, such as Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction or Shoulder Rotator Cuff repair).
What is Included in the Package:
The Surgery: Full operating theater fees, advanced medical materials, customized surgical kits, anesthesia, and the complete surgical team.
Hospitalization: One (1) night hospital stay at Olympion Medical Center of Patras in a double room with an ensuite bathroom, full board, Wi-Fi, TV access, and 24/7 specialized nursing care.
Hotel Accommodation: Four (4) nights stay at a comfortable 4-star hotel in Patras for your post-operative recovery period (Total stay: 5 nights).
Physiotherapy: Professional, dedicated physiotherapy session during your hospitalization.
Diagnostics: Comprehensive preoperative diagnostics (blood tests, chest X-rays in selected cases) and necessary imaging during your stay to monitor the success of the surgery.
Orthopedic Equipment: Provision of necessary support gear, if required (crutches, specialized braces, or slings).
Post-Operative Care: Daily wound dressings and professional nursing care.
Follow-ups: All medical consultations with Dr. Papadopoulos until your stitches or staples are completely removed.
Standard Process for International Patients
1 Diagnostic Imaging: Send your diagnostic images—preferably a shoulder or knee MRI in DICOM format—securely to us via www.wetransfer.com.
2 Teleconsultation: Once we receive your imaging, we will schedule an online video consultation with Dr. Papadopoulos to review your files, discuss your medical history, and issue a preliminary surgical referral.
3 Surgical Planning: After your virtual consultation, you can confidently plan your trip to Greece for the surgery, knowing that all your medical and accommodation arrangements are fully prepared in advance.
24/7 Bookimed assistance
- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Program price
special price valid till August 10, 2026
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Andreas Papadopoulos is an orthopedic surgeon who has performed over 6,000 successful procedures. He serves as Director of the Sports Injuries Department at Olympion Medical Center. Dr. Papadopoulos is an expert in robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty using CORI and ROSA systems. He won the Klaus Klemm First Prize for innovation from the Gerhard Küntscher Society.
- Performs 200–250 major operations annually, including complex fractures and ligament reconstructions.
- Treats professional athletes as a consultant for the Hellenic Basketball Federation.
- Holds GMC specialist registration and an ESSSE-SECEC Fellowship in shoulder surgery.
- Authored 25 peer-reviewed papers on orthopedic trauma and arthroscopic techniques.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Dr Andreas Papadopoulos Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction Clinic is a private specialized clinic located in Patras, Greece. The clinic specializes in orthopedics, hand surgery, and spine surgery. The clinic treats adult patients only, and around 250 people choose the clinic for medical care each year. Patients most often come from Europe and the CIS, the Balkan region, as well as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
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