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Last updated: 4/3/2025

Herniated disc surgery in Germany: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why choose Germany for herniated disc surgery?

  • Accredited clinics: German hospitals are renowned for their high standards. Many facilities hold KTQ certification, ensuring exceptional patient care and safety.
  • Latest technologies: Germany offers minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) and employs innovative devices like the O-Arm Surgical Imaging Sy. These provide precision and contribute to faster recovery.
  • High success rates: Herniated disc surgeries in Germany have an efficacy rate of 90%. Patients experience significant improvements in pain relief and mobility.
  • Expert surgeons: Leading German neurosurgeons, often certified by the German Society of Neurosurgery (DGNC), have performed thousands of successful herniated disc surgeries. Their expertise and experience are well-established.

Access advanced Herniated disc surgery solutions in trusted clinics from $17,810.

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How Much Does Herniated disc surgery Cost in Germany?

The average price of Herniated disc surgery in Germany is $14,833, the minimum price is $12,222, and the maximum price is $18,889.
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Our Herniated disc surgery Packages in Germany May 2025

Herniated Disk | Preoperative diagnosis and surgical treatment Dr. Buhl

Medical Center in Solingen

Germany, Solingen

Ralf Buhl

27 years of experience • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Dr. Ralf Buhl has provided over 4,000 successful neurosurgeries.
  • Medical Center in Solingen treats over 60,000 patients per year.
  • Included Services: Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks), individual hospital room, transfer not included.
  • Stay Info: 4 days stay in the hospital, 4 days stay in the hotel, not included in the price.
4.658 reviews

Discover the Best Herniated disc surgery Clinics in Germany: 8 Verified Options and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.
Asklepios St. Georg Hospital

Asklepios St. Georg Hospital

Germany, Hamburg
Clinic is certified :
  • About 2,000 herniated disc surgeries have been performed.
  • Over 80,000 patients choose Asklepios St. Georg annually due to the excellent services.
  • The hospital is included into the Top list of the best German medical facilities composed by Focus magazine, the authoritative medical edition within Germany.
  • Asklepios St. Georg is a certified by German Hernia Society (Deutschen Herniengesellschaft). The certificate confirms the quality of any types hernia treatment.
  • The Society implies international cooperation between the world’s best spine surgeons. That's why Asklepios doctors are aware of new methods and implement them for effective spine diseases treatment.
  • Asklepios St. Georg offers the competitive herniated disc surgery cost. It is lower than in American and British hospitals, but higher than in Turkish or Thai ones.
4.316 reviews
Price on request
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Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)

Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)

Germany, Frankfurt am Main

Peter Ulrich

accreditations :
Clinic is certified :
4.452 reviews
diagnostics
Ultrasound $544
Extended analysis of blood$333 - $1,333
treatment
Herniated disc surgery$12,778 - $18,889
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Asklepios Altona Clinic

Asklepios Altona Clinic

Germany, Hamburg
Clinic is certified :
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Hospitals in 2021, demonstrating its high standards in healthcare.
  • 95,000 patients choose this hospital annually, indicating a high level of trust and patient satisfaction.
  • Robotic surgeries are performed using the latest generation da Vinci Robotic Sy, ensuring precision and minimal invasiveness.
  • International ISO certificates guarantee the quality of care, with regular checks on medical equipment and staff expertise.
  • Consistently ranked among Germany's top hospitals by Focus magazine, reflecting excellence in various medical fields.
Price on request
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Asklepios Nord Clinic

Asklepios Nord Clinic

Germany, Hamburg
Clinic is certified :
  • Holding a CERTKOM certificate for qualified pain therapy, the clinic provides specialized care for patients undergoing Herniated disc surgery.
  • Part of the largest medical network in Germany, the clinic ensures comprehensive support and expertise in neurosurgery, including spinal procedures.
  • Neurosurgery Department utilizes minimally invasive, microsurgical, and endoscopic techniques for precise and effective Herniated disc surgeries.
  • Equipped with intraoperative MRI and computed navigation, the clinic offers surgeries with up to 1 mm accuracy, increasing intervention success.
  • With 18,000 surgeries conducted annually, the clinic has extensive experience in handling complex surgical cases including spinal surgeries.
4.77 reviews
Price on request
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Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex

Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex

Germany, Duisburg
Clinic is certified :
  • Accredited by the German Cancer Society and Cooperation for transparency and quality in the health service, ensuring high standards in treatments.
  • Part of a network treating over 45,000 inpatients and 100,000 outpatients annually, providing extensive experience in various specialties.
  • Offers a comfortable environment for recovery with hospital buildings set in park-like surroundings for patient walks and relaxation.
  • Provides a dedicated international center with 20 employees to assist international patients through every step of their treatment.
  • Equipped with the latest medical technology, including the Da Vinci robotic sy, which is used for minimally invasive surgeries.
5.05 reviews
diagnostics
MRI of the spine cord $833
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Herniated disc surgery in Germany: Your Travel Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Germany
  • Ensure you have all necessary travel documents upon arrival. This includes your invitation letter for medical treatment, which allows entry into Germany for the procedure.
  • Check into your accommodation and rest after your journey.
  • If you have immediate concerns or questions, contact the clinic's service provider through the direct chat platform or contact number provided.
Day 2: Pre-operative Diagnostics
  • You should attend the clinic for a comprehensive pre-operative diagnostic evaluation. This typically includes anamnesis, a review of previously provided medical data, a physical examination, laboratory diagnostics, and visualization diagnostics like MRI, CT, or ultrasound.
  • Functional diagnostics might be performed to assess your condition further.
  • A consultation with a professor will analyze the collected data and finalize the surgical strategy. This could involve microdiscectomy, laminectomy, or intervertebral disc prosthesis under neuronavigation.
  • Ensure you ask any questions you might have regarding the procedure and recovery process.
Day 3: Surgical Planning
  • The surgical plan will be discussed in detail based on the pre-operative diagnostics. This includes the type of procedure suited to your condition, such as endoscopic, microscopically assisted operations, or disc prosthesis implantation.
  • Understand the risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of the surgery.
  • Confirm the date and time of your surgery.
  • Follow any pre-surgery instructions provided, such as fasting or medication adjustments.
Day 4: Surgery Day
  • Arrive at the clinic at the scheduled time for the herniated disc surgery.
  • Undergo the surgical procedure, which may involve minimally invasive techniques or more extensive surgeries like stabilization and intraoperative radiography.
  • Post-surgery, you will be monitored in the recovery area until you are stable and awake.
  • Discuss initial post-operative care and pain management with the medical team.
Day 5-6: Post-operative Recovery
  • Stay in the hospital for observation and recovery. The duration will depend on the surgery type and your individual recovery speed.
  • Engage in light physiotherapy as advised to promote healing and mobility.
  • Receive pain management and wound care instructions.
  • Contact the clinic if you experience any unusual symptoms or have concerns.
Day 7: Discharge and Follow-up
  • Upon meeting the discharge criteria, you will receive detailed instructions for home care. This includes medication, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
  • Schedule a follow-up consultation to monitor your recovery progress.
  • Ensure you have contact information for any post-discharge queries or emergencies.
Day 8: Departure and Return Home
  • Prepare for your return journey. Ensure you adhere to any travel-related advice provided by the clinic, especially concerning mobility and activity levels.
  • Keep all medical documents and contact details of the clinic handy for any follow-up requirements or future consultations.
  • Once home, continue following the post-operative care plan and attend all scheduled follow-up appointments.

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Peter Ulrich

  • Utilizes microsurgical techniques for precise herniated disc surgery.
  • Trained in neurosurgery in Germany and Mexico.
  • Member of the German Society of Neurosurgery and EANS.
  • Fluent in English, German, and Spanish for international patients.
  • Certified in neurosurgery from Gutenberg University, Mainz.
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Michael Stoffel

28 years of experience
  • Uses minimally invasive techniques for herniated disc surgery.
  • Trained in Germany, expertise in spinal neurosurgery.
  • Member of the German Society of Neurosurgery.
  • Specializes in motion-preserving spinal operations.
  • Certified in spinal neurosurgery since 2009.
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Peter Vajkoczy

30 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Med. Peter Vajkoczy is a highly experienced neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular disorders, brain tumors, skull base tumors, spine and peripheral nervous sy disorders. He performs over 4,000 neurosurgeries per year at the Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, and is the recipient of various awards. He graduated from the Medical Faculty at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich in 1995.

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Fast Facts about Herniated disc surgery

Herniated disc surgery

This procedure involves removing the part of the disc that is pressing on the nerve, alleviating pain and discomfort.

Pros: Minimally invasive approach reduces recovery time. Effective pain relief in 85-90% of patients. Often performed as an outpatient procedure.
Cons: Potential for nerve damage or infection. 5-10% chance of disc herniation recurring. Not suitable for all cases.
Effectiveness: 85% success rate in relieving leg pain and improving function.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 4-6 weeks.
Best for: Patients with severe leg pain caused by lumbar disc herniation. Ideal for those unresponsive to conservative treatment.
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