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Best Clinics and Costs for Heart Surgery in Italy 2025

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Best Clinics and Costs for Heart Surgery in Italy 2025

7 Recent Heart Surgery Reviews in Italy: Check Real Patient Experience

Сергей • Heart Valve Replacement Russian Federation Jan 31, 2022

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"It is unfortunate that politics affects not only ordinary citizens, but also their children
We successfully operated on our daughter Nika Popova at the San Donato clinic (Italy). Thank you so much for the Bookimed service for the excellent organization of the trip. Our manager Aleksey Karaganov was always in touch and helped with all issues (visas, booking, medical and legal issues). The clinic, staff, ward are all at the highest level and the main thing is that real masters of their craft work there. Our attending physicians were delighted with the results of the most complicated heart surgery, the Ross operation. It is unfortunate that politics affects not only ordinary citizens, but also their children. I wish you patience, kindness and health to you and your loved ones, so that as many children from all over the world as possible can receive help. Thank you very much to Alexei and your entire team. Read more less

Salwa • Consultation with a heart surgeon Canada Dec 18, 2023

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So, he was very knowledgeable, very genius and expertise
It was full of information consultation and Dr Francesco Maisano was very generous in providing us with multiple solutions for my father's case with mentioning the best solution among them and why it was the best solution. So, he was very knowledgeable, very genius and expertise. I strongly recommend this service. One issue was that the bookimed was helpful, very fast in replying but the files I sent to them to share it with Dr Francesco Maisano, they didn't share it all, but it was fixed shortly. Overall, it was an excellent experience. Special thanks to Dr Francesco Maisano, thank you San Donato hospital and thank you Bookimed team. Read more less

Ioana Halunga • Aortic valve insufficiency Romania Aug 3, 2021

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The results were better than expected!
Doctor Maisano was great and had a lot of patience explaining the problem to me. It helped me a lot with taking a decision in how to proceed with the treatment. The Bookimed support was great. Always easy to reach out and communicate! Read more less

Светлана • Aortic valve insufficiency Russian Federation Apr 29, 2021

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"I can safely recommend this doctor, operations are performed here every day, everything is thought out to the smallest detail and you do not care, as in Moscow, for example, what equipment or conditions for treatment are lacking
I'll tell you how it all happened, maybe it will help someone make their choice. I'll start with the fact that I was looking for a clinic for a long time to treat my son both in Europe and in Russia. The son is 5 years old, it was necessary to carry out a radical operation on the aortic valve, plastic or Rosa operation. The second is very difficult to perform, so it was important to find a surgeon with extensive experience. Alessandro Frigiola has a lot of experience. In Moscow, there are generally few reviews about Italian medicine, but after visiting here I can safely recommend this doctor, operations are performed here every day, everything is thought out to the smallest detail and you do not care, as in Moscow, for example, what equipment or conditions for treatment are lacking. I liked the San Donato clinic itself, despite the fact that almost no one speaks Russian, language barriers almost did not interfere, the staff are caring, they treat children with love. The atmosphere is pleasant here. Special thanks to the staff of international treatment organizations, the department may not write correctly, but I think it's clear. For all questions 24/7, you can contact them, Olga Gribova helped organize everything for a whole year. An excellent translator, Mariana, who also helps to communicate with doctors in the clinic and is constantly in touch if any problems arise. For all questions, even those that did not concern treatment, the girls always responded very responsively and helped. Thanks to them, the trip turned out to be much easier morally and with less worries. I was allowed to visit my son in intensive care. He stayed there for 2 days, and could have stayed less, but there were delays due to a smear on the covid, so they decided to keep him there, because the operation was difficult. Accommodation here is separate from the hospital, but Olga also helped with this issue. Everything was organized very quickly, there is no red tape with documents, as, for example, in Germany. As for the ward itself, in principle, everything is like everywhere else, I have no particular complaints. Read more less

Liliya Karachentseva • Aortic aneurysm surgery Ukraine Feb 28, 2024

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Thanks to the consultation of Dr
We had an online consultation with Dr. Carlo de Vincentiis, through a female translator. The translator translated everything word for word, there were no barriers in communicating with the doctor. Before the consultation, a CT scan and ultrasound were sent to the clinic in advance. After studying the materials, Dr. Carlo de Vincentiis explained everything clearly and in detail. He told me how to live further, what to do... My only regret is that I did not go to this clinic earlier. After all, if we had contacted earlier, we could have lived these two years completely differently - fearing for life and health. Thanks to the consultation of Dr. Carlo de Vincentiis, I understand WE WILL LIVE!!! Let's enjoy life! Thanks a lot!!! Read more less

Anonymous • Open heart surgery Romania Jul 15, 2021

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What's the Cost for Heart Surgery procedures in Italy?

The average price of Heart Surgery procedures in Italy is $28750, the minimum price is $13463.83, and the maximum price is $44119.93.
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Heart Valve Replacement from $12000 -from $37953
Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease ---
Radiofrequency ablation from $7500 -from $16501
Coronary artery bypass grafting from $14000 -from $37953
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve from $8000 -from $22690
Installing heart pacemaker from $6000 -from $16501
Bundles destruction with catheter (electrophysiology) ---
Heart cryoablation from $10000 --
Coronary stenting from $6000 -from $13407
Interventricular septal defect surgery from $8000 --
Open heart surgery from $8000 --
Aortic aneurysm surgery from $12000 --
Radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping from $17500 -from $4744
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) from $23000 -from $47235
Replacement of the aortic valve from $18000 -from $37953
Peripheral Vascular Stenting from $5000 --
Aortic Stent Grafting ---
Angioplasty ---
Intracranial Arterial Angioplasty and Stenting from $8000 --
Transluminal Arterial Angioplasty (PTA) and Stenting from $6000 --
Holter monitoring from $275 --
ECG from $34 from $77 -
Ultrasound from $52 -from $194
Complete blood count from $80 from $100 -
Consultation with a cardiologist from $50 -from $607
Coronary angiography from $600 -from $7219
Consultation with a heart surgeon from $50 -from $211
Comprehensive cardiovascular diagnosis ---
Heart сheck up from $900 from $627 from $1547
Heart ultrasound from $100 from $210 -
Revision of MRI results from $80 -from $163
Consultation with creation of treatment plan from $50 --
Echocardiography from $52 -from $361
Heart Diagnosis before OP from $500 --
Consultation with an interventional radiologist from $100 --
Online Consultation with Heart Surgeon from $5 --
Heart preventive examination (men, women) ---
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Italy, Milan
97% patients recommend

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The Cardiac Surgery Department in San Donato Hospital is the first in Italy in terms of the number of heart operations. Every year, surgeons perform over 1,500 interventions. Aortocoronary shunting, heart stent procedures, correction and replacement of valves are carried out here.

The Edmondo Malan Research Center operates on the basis of the Department. Scientists study cardiovascular diseases there. It is the second largest Center in the world.

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I'll tell you how it all happened, maybe it will help someone make their choice. I'll start with the fact that I was looking for a clinic for a long time to treat my son both in Europe and in Russia. The son is 5 years old, it was necessary to carry out a radical operation on the aortic valve, plastic or Rosa operation. The second is very difficult to perform, so it was important to find a surgeon with extensive experience. Alessandro Frigiola has a lot of experience. In Moscow, there are generally few reviews about Italian medicine, but after visiting here I can safely recommend this doctor, operations are performed here every day, everything is thought out to the smallest detail and you do not care, as in Moscow, for example, what equipment or conditions for treatment are lacking. I liked the San Donato clinic itself, despite the fact that almost no one speaks Russian, language barriers almost did not interfere, the staff are caring, they treat children with love. The atmosphere is pleasant here. Special thanks to the staff of international treatment organizations, the department may not write correctly, but I think it's clear. For all questions 24/7, you can contact them, Olga Gribova helped organize everything for a whole year. An excellent translator, Mariana, who also helps to communicate with doctors in the clinic and is constantly in touch if any problems arise. For all questions, even those that did not concern treatment, the girls always responded very responsively and helped. Thanks to them, the trip turned out to be much easier morally and with less worries. I was allowed to visit my son in intensive care. He stayed there for 2 days, and could have stayed less, but there were delays due to a smear on the covid, so they decided to keep him there, because the operation was difficult. Accommodation here is separate from the hospital, but Olga also helped with this issue. Everything was organized very quickly, there is no red tape with documents, as, for example, in Germany. As for the ward itself, in principle, everything is like everywhere else, I have no particular complaints.
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Russian Federation, Apr 29, 2021
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Radiofrequency ablation $18745.79
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Italy, Bologna
92% patients recommend

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Founded in 1973 as the first hospital of GVM Care Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital is internationally renowned for advanced treatments in heart surgery, electrophysiology, neurosurgery, and diabetic foot care. Its research has been featured in prestigious medical journals and is recognized as one of Italy’s top medical centers. The hospital handles over 15% of cardiac surgeries in Italy, with complex cases managed by a multidisciplinary Heart Team, including cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and anesthesiologists.

Additionally, it houses the GVM Campus, which hosts international medical congresses and training events. The hospital is conveniently located 40 minutes from Bologna International Airport and offers transfer services for patients.

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Italy, Milan
86% patients recommend

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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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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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— Евгения
Italy, Nov 7, 2018
Nov 7, 2018 • Verified review.
Heart Valve Replacement $38320.13 - $44119.93
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Italy, Milan
77% patients recommend

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La Madonnina Clinic is a multidisciplinary medical facility in the center of Milan (Italy). The hospital works on the premises of San Donato Network, the country's largest medical group.

La Madonnina Hospital specializes in medical checkup (comprehensive examination of the body), obesity treatment and plastic surgery.

La Madonnina is a premium class hospital, where medical staff pays particular attention to a comfortable patient stay.

The clinic provides treatment for the most famous people in Italy. Among them are multi-billionaire Silvio Berlusconi and players of the Milan football club.

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Everything was good in principle, though the nurse wasn’t able to take blood from a vein and it was very unpleasant. In general, the impressions of the clinic are positive.
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Ukraine, Oct 7, 2019
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Italy, Rome
100% patients recommend

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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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Excellent facility, efficient staff, and a highly qualified, personable and empathetic physician.
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— Erika
United States of America, Dec 20, 2024
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Installing heart pacemaker $11392.47 - $13463.83
Heart Valve Replacement $38320.13 - $44534.2
Coronary artery bypass grafting $31070.37 - $37284.45
Transluminal Arterial Angioplasty (PTA) and Stenting $13463.83 - $15535.19
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Italy, Rome
92% patients recommend

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The sports clinic Villa Stuart is an Italian hospital where any famous athletes and patients from all over the world undergo rehabilitation and treatment. Villa Stuart is recognized as one of the world's leading clinics specializing in sports medicine and rehabilitation. FIFA's accreditation and thirty-year experience of cooperation with the world's sports stars confirm it.

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Italy, Milan
92% patients recommend

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Humanitas Research Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Milan, Italy. The team provides treatment and surgeries in neurosurgery, orthopedics, spinal surgery, and medical check-up. Humanitas Research Hospital serves only adults. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, Arab League States, and CIS visit the clinic most often.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Heart Surgery in Italy: Select Your Expert from 12 Experienced Doctors

Italy, Rome
Giuseppe Speziale
Cardiologist
28 years of experience
Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy
Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is renowned for his expertise in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive and noninvasive valvular surgeries. He has made significant contributions to the field through his research, publications, and role in numerous professional organizations. Education Diploma degree from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart Rome with honors (1986 - 1992) Specialization in Cardiac Surgery from La Sapienza University in Rome (1992 - 1997) Ph.D. from La Sapienza University in 2012 Professional Career Researcher at the Operative Unit of Cardiac Surgery Hospital G. Pasquinucci National Research Council Massa (1997 - 1998) Contract Professor at the University La Sapienza, Chair of Cardiology II in Rome (2007 - 2009) and at the University of Ferrara (2008 - 2009) Vice President of GVM Care & Research (2011 - present) Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery of the Santa Maria Hospital (since 2016) Director of the Cardiac Surgery Department at Anthea Hospital, City of Lecce Hospital (since 2008) Coordinator of the GVM Care & Research Cardiac Surgery Department (2013 - present) Membership Scientific Director of the Italian Association of Cardiopaths onlus (since 2004) Member of the American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary and Critical Care Active Member of the Italian Society of Cardiac Surgery (since 1996) Member of ISMICS (International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery) Active Member of the Italian Society of Cardiology Accredited Hospital (since 2003) Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery }
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Installing heart pacemaker
$11392.47 - $13463.83
Heart Valve Replacement
$38320.13 - $44534.2
Coronary artery bypass grafting
$31070.37 - $37284.45
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Italy, Milan
Ottavio Alfieri
Cardiothoracic surgeon
45 years of experience
San Raffaele
Doctor Ottavio Alfieri is an award-winning heart surgeon with over 15 years of practical experience in cardiac surgery. Has developed a method of mitral valve repair which is the most applicable method of percutaneous correction of mitral regurgitation. Has performed more than 15,000 cardiac procedures.  Work experience Since 2018 — Senior Consultant at the Cardiac Surgery Unit of the San Raffaele Hospital. 1996-2017 — Director of the Cardiac Surgery Unit of the San Raffaele Hospital 1986-1996 — Head of the Cardiac Surgery Department of the Civil Hospitals of Brescia 1980-1986 — Adult cardiac surgeon in St. Antonius Hospital in Neuwegei (Netherlands).  Education 1971 — Resident in Cardiac Surgery at Bergamo Hospital 1973-1974 — Fellow in Cardiovascular Surgery at Children's Hospital of Buffalo (USA) 1977 — Research fellow in Cardiovascular Surgery at University of Alabama, Birmingham (USA). Teaching activity Professor and Chairman of Cardiac Surgery at the University Vita-Salute San Raffaele 1982-1986 — Visiting Professor at the University of Gdansk (Poland). Scientific activity Author of over 600 peer-reviewed articles and several books devoted to cardiac surgery. Developed the "Alfieri Mitral Repair" technique — which is the most used today to correct the mitral insufficiency. Dr. Ottavio Alfieri holds numerous patents regarding devices used in the treatment of heart valve diseases. Awards 2011 — The 'Ambrogino d'Oro ' (the Golden Litle Ambrose) Award, the highest Milanese honor 2018 — The gold medal from the European Cardiology Society for scientific contributions in the cardiology field. Membership The European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS) — former President The European Society of Cardiology The American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
Italy, Milan
Giovanni Nano
Vascular surgeon
30 years of experience
San Donato Hospital
Prof. Dr. Giovanni Nano is an Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Milan. He has a distinguished career in vascular surgery, particularly in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and angiology.EducationReceived his degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan in 1990Specialized in Vascular Surgery from the same university in 1995MembershipMember of the Italian Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (SICVE)Member of the Italian Society of Phlebology (SIF)Professional AchievementsHead of the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery UnitAttended Instituto Cardiovascular de Buenos Aires in 1995 and completed an internship at Arizona Heart Institute, USA in 1998Authored over 150 publications in acclaimed journals, including European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Annals of Vascular Surgery, and Italian Journal of Vascular and Endovascular SurgeryOrganized and coordinated advanced courses in endovascular therapy and surgery at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Medicine of Sfax, and University of Padova
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Radiofrequency ablation
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Coronary artery bypass grafting
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Replacement of the aortic valve
$38009.42 - $0
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