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Heart Valve Replacement in Italy: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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Heart Valve Replacement in Italy: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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Dr. Fausto Castriota is the principal investigator of a Protected TAVR study for aortic valve replacement. Maria Cecilia Hospital manages over 15% of cardiac surgeries in Italy, specializing in complex cases. Included Services: Medical examination, 3 meals per day, apartment, preoperative tests, cardiologist consultation, 5* hotel, transfer airport-clinic-airport. Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 0 days stay in the hotel, included in the price.
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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

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

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

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

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

Anonymous • Open heart surgery Romania Jul 15, 2021

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Heart Valve Replacement Overview in Italy

Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 4 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Verified patient reviews - 7
Requests processed - 3049
Bookimed fees - $0

How Much Does Heart Valve Replacement Cost in Italy?

The average cost of Heart Valve Replacement in Italy ranges from 38759$ to 45043.865392169704$. The offers include a consultation with a cardiologist and an anesthesiologist, preoperative tests, an individual chamber, and a Heart Valve Replacement. However, transfer is not included.
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Heart Valve Replacement from $12000 -from $38509
Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease ---
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve from $8000 -from $23022
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) from $23000 -from $47927
Replacement of the aortic valve from $8000 -from $38509
Pediatric Mitral Valve Replacement from $15000 --
Pediatric Aortic Valve Replacement from $15000 --
Valvuloplasty from $8000 --
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Best hospitals for aortic valve replacement are listed below. The rating is composed on patient reviews and expert opinion of Bookimed Medical Doctors. Success rate of the operation in leading hospitals is up to 92%. Complete rehabilitation takes up to 3 months.

Heart valve surgery is performed to treat conditions that appear if one or more valves don’t function properly. Such conditions may include loss of breath, loss of consciousness, chest pains. Some people have congenital valve malfunctions. During the operation, valves are either repaired or replaced with artificial ones.

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Italy, Milan
97% patients recommend

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Heart valve replacement at San Donato is carried out by a team of professional cardiac surgeons in the Cardiology Department. The procedure lasts for 3-5 hours. Its duration depends on patient’s particularities. A patient is connected to heart-lung bypass machine and is under general anesthesia the whole time. Operation success rate is up to 95%, complete rehabilitation takes 10-12 weeks.

Aortic valve replacement cost at San Donato is 2-3 times lower than in the USA. Doctors use the most advanced techniques and equipment.

Heart Valve Replacement Patient Experience Reviews
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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.
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Italy, Bologna
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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.

Heart Valve Replacement Patient Experience Reviews
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I went to the Galeazzi clinic. Milan. Italy. on my son's problem - gmgantism. Coordinators from Bookimed got involved. Had an online consultation. for which I paid 360 euros. All required documentation has been sent. references. analyses. x-rays. To determine the volume of the operation and the cost, they said that the patient needs to come to Milan. I'm from Ukraine. It's hard to describe how the journey cost me. with what difficulty. Upon arrival in Milan. we are consulted by another doctor and gives quite the opposite answer.!! Is it really impossible to agree and view all the documentation. y t. h and the video was sent!!! with immediately give a negative answer during an online consultation. why do it at all then? It's just a waste of money. not problem solving. Be careful!
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Italy, Oct 21, 2022
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Italy, Rome
100% patients recommend

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The Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy is a first-aid facility accredited by the Italian National Health Service and provides high-quality medical care. Their highly trained medical and paramedical staff offer a range of treatments, including the Heart Valve Replacement procedure, under the guidance of Dr. Giuseppe Speziale. The procedure includes a consultation with a cardiologist and an anesthesiologist, preoperative tests, and an individual chamber during the 12 day stay in the hospital. Bookimed offers the Heart Valve Replacement procedure in Italy at the Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy to provide patients with the highest quality of care and best results.

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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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Italy, Milan
100% patients recommend

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Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio (OGSA) is a new hospital that unites two renowned institutions: Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi and Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi is Italy's first hospital for orthopedic admissions, performing 75% of all revision orthopedic surgeries in the country. Meanwhile, Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio has earned recognition for its cardiovascular unit and expertise in diagnosing and treating obesity. Located in a single facility, OGSA offers comprehensive healthcare services for a wide range of medical needs.

 

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Testimonial from patient Daria. There is in this world the kindest, most unique, beautiful, redeyt, talented, cheerful, open, wonderful, bright man !!!!! Employee of Bookimed company !!!! Ekaterina Koliko !!! She has been with us for five years !!! We have already gone through four stages of treatment !!! You can talk about Ekaterina Koliko for a long time !!! Her smile illuminates the world, her wisdom inspires, her successes delight !!! She charges with optimism, courage, radiates warmth and love !!! Her eyes light the way !!! A voice that can calm you down and help you forget about all your troubles !!! Kindness that sets an example! Thank you very much, Ekaterina !!! Low bow to you !!! Everything about you is wonderful, it's amazing how nature could combine all this !!! Amazing little man !!! Let everyone claim that Angels live in heaven, but now I know a man on earth, who is an Angel inside and this man - Ekaterina Koliko !!! In any situation you give hope for the best, your simple human participation warms the soul and fills the heart with happiness and confidence !!! There is another wonderful man at the Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute - Professor Francesco Grecchi !!! Doctor from God !!! Many thanks for the sensitive attitude, for the professional and high-quality assistance in the treatment !!! Thank you for your special attention, for your responsiveness, great talent !!! Thank you very much for your efforts and knowledge, for your efforts and advice, for your kindness and understanding, for your skill !!! Low bow and huge, unlimited gratitude for the unique hands that can cope with even the most difficult work !!! Thank you for your kind heart, sincerity, responsibility !!! We sincerely thank you for your help and humane approach !!! The clinic has a unique scientific and medical base, the highest quality of services, the professionalism of doctors, a comfortable microclimate, healthy nutritious food !!! Beautiful sunny Milan !!!!
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Italy, Bari
92% patients recommend

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Founded in 1969, Ospedale Santa Maria in Bari is accredited by the Italian Health Service with numerous first-class medical services. Born as a maternity clinic in the 1960s, the hospital still stands out today as the center of in treatment, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of women's health. The hospital is home to the Breast Unit, a multidisciplinary unit dedicated to the prevention and treatment of breast cancer, which treats around 500 patients every year.

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Italy, Bologna
Fausto Castriota
Cardiologist
33 years of experience
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Education Dr. Castriota graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan. He continued his postgraduate training at the University of Bologna where he obtained two specializations: the first one in Cardiology in 1992 and then in Radiology. From 1995 to 1996 he spent a period as a Fellow in the "Arizona Heart Institute" under the supervision of Professor Diethrich.Research Dr. Castriota is an active member of some scientific societies, such as SIRM (Italian Society of Medical Radiology), Fellow of the Scientific College of the Italian Society of Invasive Cardiology (GISE), Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), European Cardiovascular Interventional Society (EAPCI) and of ISES, International Society of Endovascular Specialist. He is the principal investigator of a recent Protected TAVR study, aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of a particular device for brain protection during aortic valve replacement surgery using the TAVI endovascular method.Publications He is a member of the International Editorial Board of Eurointervention, speaker and chairman for the execution of live cases in national and international conferences.Author of about 150 full-length publicationsAuthor of over 20 chapters in specialized volumesAwards: NHMRC Career Development Fellowship, Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, 2015.
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.
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Prof Giuseppe Speziale
Cardiologist
33 years of experience
Ospedale Santa Maria
The prof. Giuseppe Speziale holds the positions of the National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery of GVM Care & Research, the Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Anthea Hospital and Città di Lecce Hospital, and Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery of the Santa Maria Hospital. He works at the Cardiological Clinical Institute (ICC) and San Carlo di Nancy Hospital in Rome. Since 2011 he has also held the position of Vice President of GVM Care & Research. In 2012 he occupied the charge of President of Confindustria Puglia, Health Section, and since 2018 he is Vice President of Aiop Puglia (Italian association of private hospitals). The prof. Speziale is a cardiac surgeon specializing in the minimally invasive surgical treatment of valve diseases, expert in minimally invasive repair of the mitral valve, in On and Off Pump myocardial revascularization, in thoracic aortic surgery. He is Co - Founder and President of the Scientific Committee of Mitral Academy, an independent association born from the passion for mitral surgery and the desire to pursue and share excellence in restorative surgery, with particular attention to minimally invasive techniques and the evaluation of potential therapeutic treatments deriving from the use of new technologies. Until 2016 he was elected Director of the Italian Society of Cardiac Surgery. He is part of the following associations: AATS (American Association for Thoracic Surgery), Italian Society of Cardiology Accredited Hospital, SICOA (active member), ISMICS (International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery). Since 2004 he has held the position of Scientific Director of the Italian Cardiopathic Association onlus.In the field of scientific research, he focuses on new approaches, applicable in the field of minimally invasive and non-invasive mitral, aortic, cardiac arrhythmias and tricuspid surgery. He was the coordinator and researcher of the various projects of the National Research Council on Myocardial Infarction, on the treatment of pulmonary hypertension, on new technologies for carrying out coronary, cardiopulmonary and normothermic bypass. He was an adjunct professor at the Sapienza University of Rome where he held the Chair of Cardiology II, and at the University of Ferrara, where he teaches Cardiac Surgery. He has presented numerous scientific papers at national and international congresses of cardiology and cardiac surgery.Bibliography: He is co-author of 6 books known nationally and internationally. The most recent one is Advances in Treatments for Aortic Valve and Root Diseases, publisher Springer International Publishing, 2018.He is Reviewer and author of over 90 publications of multiple journals, such as Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Journal of Geriatric Cardiology, Heart & Lung: The Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care, European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Journal on Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery etc.Awards: “Top Doctors Awards”, 2021
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