Osteoarthritis Treatment Clinics Abroad — Page 4

VM Medical Park Florya Hospital is a university-affiliated centre featuring a dedicated Liv Concept floor for premium care. Dr Sami Sokucu is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Laboratory tests start from around A$200–300, while an MRI of one area is around A$800–1,100. Surgical packages for complex cases, such as pelvic procedures, may cost around A$18,200. These typically include five nights of hospitalisation, all surgical fees, medications, and nursing care. Free airport transfers and translating services are provided for all international patients.

Associate Professor Halil Can Gemalmaz leads the only centre in Turkey using CAD-assisted planning and 3D-printed surgical guides for every case. He has performed 1,100+ orthopaedic procedures, specialising in robotic and patient-specific surgeries. Knee arthroscopy typically costs around A$5,600. A total knee replacement package is around A$12,600, including Stryker Triathlon implants, hospital fees, and physiotherapy. Personalised hand surgery programs for osteoarthritis are around A$10,500, covering surgical fees, a five-day stay, and airport transfers. This high-tech approach ensures precise implant placement for better recovery.

Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex is a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul with over 150 specialists. It offers a full diagnostic suite for assessing joint health. Lab tests start from around A$100. Orthopaedic consultations typically run A$200. A singlearea MRI typically costs A$700–1,000, while a CT scan is around A$700. A comprehensive diagnostic package is available for around A$3,000. This includes an orthopaedic consultation, knee MRI, and weight-bearing X-rays. The package also covers airport and hospital transfers to simplify the trip.

Büyük Anadolu Hospitals uses robotic-assisted and computer-assisted techniques for joint surgery. Associate Professor Murat Aydin has performed over 900 procedures using FDA-approved implants from brands like Zimmer and Stryker. Standard knee replacement options start from around A$10,700. An all-inclusive total knee replacement package typically runs A$13,700. This package covers pre-operative tests, the surgery, a 5-day hospital stay, and physiotherapy sessions. The clinic also provides airport transfers and dedicated international patient coordinators for a smooth transition from Australia.

LUX KOR Hospital in Bangkok specialises in orthopedics and rheumatology, focusing on advanced knee procedures for adults. Diagnostics like chest X-rays start from around A$20, with MRI scans up to about A$900. They offer knee arthroscopy, a minimally invasive procedure costing around A$8,300 to A$14,000, plus total knee replacement typically runs A$13,990 to A$15,390. This surgery is tailored for severe cases, especially overweight elderly patients, and the clinic is popular with Australian patients for restoring mobility and relief.