Orthopedics
Belgium is a global reference for hip and knee replacement, sports medicine and complex spine surgery. Most major centers use robot-assisted techniques and rapid-recovery protocols.
Why Belgium for this specialty
Belgium is a global reference for hip and knee replacement, sports medicine and complex spine surgery. Most major centers use robot-assisted techniques and rapid-recovery protocols.
Procedures
- Total hip replacement (anterior approach)
- Robot-assisted knee replacement
- Arthroscopy and sports surgery
- Spine surgery and disc replacement
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Complex revision surgery
Cost Comparison
| Procedure | Belgium | USA |
|---|---|---|
| Total hip replacement | €10,000–18,000 | €35,000–70,000 |
| Total knee replacement | €11,000–19,000 | €40,000–80,000 |
| Spine fusion (1–2 levels) | €18,000–30,000 | €80,000–150,000 |
Indicative market ranges for treatment costs. Final quotes are established case-by-case in writing by the treating Belgian hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
With the anterior approach used in most Belgian centers, patients walk on day 1 and are discharged on day 2–4. Most international patients stay 10–14 days for early rehabilitation before flying home.
Yes. MAKO and ROSA robotic systems are available in several Belgian centers, offering improved alignment and faster recovery.
Yes — bilateral knee replacement can be performed in a single procedure or staged 1–2 weeks apart, depending on your overall health and the surgeon's recommendation.