Heart Valve Replacement in Spain
- Free Evaluation
- The Best Hospitals
Advanced Technology and Expert Cardiologists in Leading Hospitals in Spain
- Hospital stay: 5 - 7 días
- Surgery duration: 2 - 4 hours
- Risk of complications:Low
- Postoperative care: 1 - 3 days in the ICU, then transferred to a general ward
- Recovery period: 3 - 6 months
A reasonable price.
Selection of the best hospital and medical team based on the patient's needs.
Full coordination of the treatment, including initial consultations and planning of the entire process.
Airport pickup, transfers, and full logistical support.
Medical interpreters available during consultations.
Assistance with international health insurance management.
Translation of medical documents before and after treatment.
Spain: A Leading Destination for Cardiac Surgery
- Pleasant climate for recovery
- An accessible country for international patients
What's Included?
Step by Step Guide to Your Heart Valve Replacement in Spain with Doctor Abroad
At Doctor Abroad, we optimize the entire process to ensure that patients feel supported at every stage, from treatment planning to post-operative follow-up. Depending on your profile, we offer personalized services tailored to your specific needs.
Personalized Treatment
Experience the Doctor Abroad guarantee, backed by over 500 successful cardiac surgeries.
- Prompt Response
Advanced Technology
Proven Experience
Quality Certifications
Types of patients
- International medical coverage with insurers
- Confirmation of coverage, both from the insurer and the hospital
- We process your documentation, with no need for advance payments
- Transparency in costs and reimbursement guaranteed by insurance
- Continuous accompaniment to maximise coverage of complex treatments
- Facilities for EU Patients Under Directive 2011/24/EU
- Support with prior authorization from the health authorities in your home country.
- Possibility of full or partial reimbursement after treatment in Spain.
- Reduced waiting times and cost optimization.
- Comprehensive guidance on reimbursement procedures and document translation.
- Option to provide up to two quotes from different healthcare centers, if needed.
- Transparent pricing and flexible payment options.
- Upon patient discharge, delivery of medical reports and a detailed invoice for a clear understanding of the treatment provided.
The Best Hospitals for Heart Valve Replacement in Spain
Get Your Personalized Plan
- Hospitals with high-precision systems, smart operating rooms, and minimally invasive techniques
- Surgeons with years of experience and international recognition
- Accredited by the Joint Commission and ISO standards
aBOUT US
We are a team committed to your wellbeing. With first class clinics and hospitals, with more than 500 treatments and 2500 specialists. We are here to offer you a personalised medical experience and accompany you at every stage of your treatment in Spain.
Our Hospitals
Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital
Jiménez Díaz Foundation University Hospital
Quirónsalud Center for Protontherapy
Hospital Vithas Madrid La Milagrosa
Hospital Vithas Madrid Arturo Soria
Hospital Vithas Madrid Aravaca
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Still have questions?
The cost of heart valve replacement in Spain varies depending on the hospital, type of procedure, and case complexity. When requesting a quote, we will evaluate your case and provide different options. Additionally, you can choose from various payment methods:
- Personal payment: Pay directly to the hospital or clinic before the procedure.
- International health insurance: Our team can assess your policy to determine if the treatment is reimbursable.
- Cross-border healthcare assistance: If eligible, you can pay upfront and later request a reimbursement through the European Cross-Border Healthcare Directive.
Heart valve replacement can be performed using:
- Traditional open-heart surgery.
- Minimally invasive techniques, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVI/TAVR).
- Personalized procedures tailored to each patient’s specific condition.
Yes, heart valve replacement is a viable option even for elderly patients. Minimally invasive techniques, such as TAVI, are designed to reduce risks and speed up recovery, making the procedure safer and more effective for older individuals or those with complex medical conditions.
Recovery time depends on the type of procedure performed:
- Open-heart surgery: Typically requires a hospital stay of 5 to 7 days, with a recovery period of 6 to 12 weeks.
- Minimally invasive techniques: Hospitalization usually lasts 3 to 5 days, with a faster recovery period of 4 to 6 weeks.
Yes, at Doctor Abroad, we provide personalized services to ensure your comfort:
- Airport pickup and return.
- Assistance in finding accommodation near the hospital.
- Coordination of daily transfers between your lodging and the hospital.
We handle all the details so you can focus entirely on your recovery.
At Doctor Abroad, our goal is to simplify your medical journey in Spain:
- Personalized selection: We choose the best hospital and specialists for your case.
- Comprehensive management: We coordinate consultations, cost estimates, and administrative procedures.
- Personalized assistance: We offer continuous support in your language throughout the treatment.
- Additional services: We handle transfers, accommodation, and medical report translations.
- Post-treatment follow-up: We monitor your progress even after you return to your home country to ensure your well-being.