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Thyroidectomy in Italy: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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While Thyroidectomy treatment offers are not available in Italy, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

Turkey, Istanbul
General surgeon - Nuri Alper Sahbaz
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19 years of experience
  • Dr. Nuri Alper Sahbaz is one of five surgeons in Turkey certified by the European Board of Surgery for endocrine surgery.
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital serves 250,000 patients annually and is certified by JCI for international treatment standards.
  • Included Services: Thyroid ultrasound, Consultation with a thoracic surgeon, Follow-up visit, Consultation with a surgeon, Language assistance, Preoperative tests, Hospitalization, Transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 7 days stay in the hotel (included in the price).
  • Technique: Laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery.
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$5300
Turkey, Istanbul
Nuclear medicine physician - Remzi Karaman
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30 years of experience
  • Dr. Remzi Karaman has performed numerous successful radioiodine therapies at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
  • Memorial Şişli Hospital treats patients from 92 countries annually, ensuring high-quality care.
  • Included services: Consultation with a doctor, PET/CT, hospitalization, VIP transfer.
  • Stay info: 3 days stay in the hospital, 0 days stay in the hotel (included in the price).
  • Treatment method: Radioiodine therapy I-131.
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4.6
Package price
$6000
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Thyroidectomy Overview in Italy

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Surgery Time - 3 hours
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 14 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 7852
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Thyroidectomy
  • The operation removes part or all of the thyroid gland to treat various thyroid conditions.

  • This surgery partially removes the thyroid gland, improving symptoms of thyroid disorders with less impact on hormone levels.

  • The operation aims to fully remove thyroid malignancies, utilizing surgery, radiotherapy, and medication, improving survival rates.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1: Arrival

  • Meet and greet at the airport.
  • Transfer to the hotel for rest.

Day 2: Pre-Operation

  • Transfer to the clinic.
  • Consultation with endocrinologist and surgeon.
  • Complete blood count and thyroid function test.
  • Ultrasound of the neck.

Day 3: Operation

  • Thyroidectomy is performed under general anesthesia.
  • The operation lasts for 2-3 hours.
  • Observation in the recovery room after surgery.
  • Overnight stay in the hospital.

Day 4: Post-Operation

  • Observation and monitoring by medical staff.
  • Follow-up visit by the surgeon.
  • Discharge from the clinic with medications and instructions.

Week 1-2: Rehabilitation

  • Recovery at home with regular rest.
  • Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities.
  • Eat a healthy diet and take prescribed medications.

Week 3-4: Follow-Up

  • Follow-up visit with endocrinologist and surgeon.
  • Reassessment of thyroid function.
  • Resume work and normal activities.

Please note that individual recovery times may vary and this timeline is a general guide. Always follow the advice of your doctors for the best recovery.

How Much Does Thyroidectomy Cost in Italy?

The average price of Thyroidectomy in Italy is $8377, the minimum price is $4600, and the maximum price is $13090.
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Thyroidectomy from $4204 -from $9874
Thyroid resection from $5500 -from $9874
Subtotal thyroidectomy from $3500 -from $9874
Complex treatment of thyroid cancer --from $5255
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Below are listed best hospitals for thyroid cancer treatment surgery. The rating is based on patients’ reviews and Bookimed Medical Doctors’ expert assessment.

Thyroidectomy is a complete or partial removal of the thyroid gland. It is performed to treat early stages of thyroid cancer, gland enlargement, or hyperthyroidism (when the gland produces an excessive amount of hormones).

Thyroid surgery cost depends on patient’s state before the procedure, type of performed operation, and surgeons’ experience. The procedure is low-risk, its success rate is up to 95%.

Discover the Best Thyroidectomy Clinics in Italy: 5 Verified Options and Prices
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San Raffaele
Italy, Milan
4.5
Excellent
• 59 reviews

Ospedale San Raffaele (San Raffaele Research Hospital) in Milan is one of the largest research hospitals in Europe. It applies ad hoc methods for rare immune system and genetic diseases treatment.

Among its achievements — the world's first stem cell therapy for patients with severe combined immune deficiency disorder (ADA-SCID).

Oncology, oncohematology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiovascular surgery, urology, and gynecology are the strongest specialities here.

Surgeons of the hospital perform over 52,000 operations annually.

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Scientific Institute for Research and Healthcare Accrediatation certificate for San Raffaele
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for San Raffaele
Евгения • Nov 7, 2018
The professionalism of the doctors, the newest equipment, the care of the clinic staff are among the best in Europe. The treatment and operations in Russia and Germany have been carried out, I declare with all responsibility that the San Rafael clinic in Milan is the best. After treating my father’s stomach cancer, I visited the neurologist and gastroenterologist and myself. Thank you so much to the coordinator, the doctors from the international department of the clinic. More in the world of such doctors. THANK YOU!
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San Donato Hospital
Highest-Rated Clinic for Thyroidectomy
Italy, Milan
4.8
Excellent
• 39 reviews

Policlinico San Donato is a leading Italian clinic for cardiology and cardiac surgery.

Doctors perform over 9,400 open and minimally invasive operations on the heart and blood vessels annually. It is the largest number in the country.

Сardiology, heart surgery, arrhythmology, and rehabilitation are the top specialities in San Donato Hospital.

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Scientific Institute for Research and Healthcare Accrediatation certificate for San Donato Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for San Donato Hospital
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Ruesch Clinic
Italy, Naples
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doctor Stefano Spiezia
Endocrinologist
42 years of experience
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Ruesch Clinic is a private clinic with over 100 years of history, overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Founded in 1919, it serves both international and local patients.
The clinic is 6,000 square meters and features 80 beds, modern operating rooms, and a maternity unit. It specializes in a range of procedures, including gynecology, in treatments, robotic surgery, and major surgeries. The clinic has the advanced Da Vinci Xi System for minimally invasive procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

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Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy
Italy, Rome
5
Excellent
• 1 review

The Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy, a first-aid facility accredited by the Italian National Health Service, was acquired by GVM Care & Research in May 2015 and underwent a restructuring and reorganization process.

Founded in 1932, the San Carlo of Nancy Hospital is located on the Via Aurelia, not far from the Vatican City. The facility, classified as a general local hospital since September 1976, can treat about 15,000 patients a year under ordinary hospitalization. To date, the facility has about 450 professionals, including the medical and paramedical staff.

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Олександр • Jun 1, 2023
Everything went great, the staff is very responsive and kind, my rehab therapist was a pro
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Thyroidectomy $9434.9 - $12579.87
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Mater Oblia Hospital
Italy, Rome
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Located in Oblia (Sardinia), Mater Olbia Hospital is an international center of excellence, created by combining the skills and the respective experiences of Qatar Foundation Endowment and Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS in Rome.

The Mater Olbia Hospital is a preferred destination for patients from around the world, in search of top-level expertise, cutting-edge technology and modern and luxurious premises.

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Stefano Spiezia
Italy, Naples
Stefano Spiezia
Endocrinologist
42 years of experience
Ruesch Clinic
After completing their degree in Medicine and Surgery with honors and academic acclaim from the University of Naples in 1981, Dr Spiezia pursued a postgraduate internship at Cardarelli Hospital, Naples. He obtained a specialization diploma in Emergency Surgery, again with cum laude, from the University of Naples in 1986.Throughout their career, Dr. Spiezia has continuously enhanced his expertise through further training and professional development. He completed a six-month specialization course in minimally invasive surgery at the II University of Naples in the academic year 1993-1994. In 1996, he successfully completed a managerial course focused on the management of healthcare companies. 
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