Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is a specialty dealing with
disorders of bones, joints and their adjoining tendons and ligaments. These
disorders may be degenerative or trauma-related.
Subspecialties include:
- Hip and knee replacement or resurfacing
- Spinal surgery
- Ankle surgery
- Shoulder and elbow surgery.
- MIND (Minimally Invasive Nerve Decompression): carpal/tarsal/cubital tunnel release (median and ulnar nerve entrapment)
- Hand surgery:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Trigger finger
- Foot surgery
- Claw toe, hammer toe
- Hallux Valgus (bunions)
- Morton's neuroma
Treatments provided
Our service is tailor suited to each patient's specific treatment needs. We have listed some of the more common orthopaedic surgery procedures for illustrative purposes but we can generally offer a choice of top specialists for virtually any procedure. Please contact us if you can not see the procedure you are seeking.Referrals
As treatments are offered on a privately funded basis, no doctor's referral is required. For practical and cost purposes, the required treament will usually have been predetermined by the patient's own local practitioner although we can also organise preliminary diagnosis consultations if required. In all cases, the patient will receive comprehensive pre-surgical consultations with the surgeon, the anaesthetist and a cardiologist (if required).Pricing
With the health sector being highly regulated by the French government, private medical treatment in France is of excellent quality and very competitively priced.SurgeryInFrance charges a fixed fee for research, advisory and logistical services. We will provide an accurate budget for the medical treatment which the patient shall pay directly to the clinic and/or the medical professional. We do not charge a markup or receive a commission on the cost of the medical treatment. Travel and accommodation costs are also paid directly by the patient to the relevant service providers.
Though costs may vary depending on the treatment, patient requirements and healthcare provider, the table below gives a good indication of the savings to be made by choosing SurgeryInFrance.
| Treatment | UK | France |
|---|---|---|
| Carpal Tunnel Release | £1,450 | £650 |
| Cubital Tunnel Release (Ulnar Nerve) | £1,000 | £550 |
| Dupuytren's Fasciectomy (multiple digit) | £2,100 | £1,200 |
| Release of Constriction (Trigger Finger) | £1,250 | £650 |
| Total Hip Replacement (including prosthesis) | £8,000 | £5,000 |
| Total Knee Replacement (including prosthesis) | £8,500 | £5,700 |
How the process works
Tell us what you need
Hopefully our website has given you a good idea of what SurgeryInFrance can offer. Now, we need you to get in touch with us to discuss what surgery you require, your expectations, any time or budget constraints and any particular requirements that you may have. We are also happy to discuss your prospective treatment with your GP if you wish.A full understanding of your needs is essential to determining which surgeons are best qualified for your procedure. These discussions are without charge, confidential and totally commitment-free.
Choosing your surgeon
The first stage of our services involves identifying and contacting a shortlist of surgeons specialised in your required procedure who have an excellent track record and are recommended by peers and patients alike.You will receive a detailed file containing valuable information on each surgeon including qualifications, professional history, success rates and peer and patient comments. Each surgeon will indicate the cost of the procedure and associated clinical costs as well as any timing constraints that need to be taken into account. We will also provide you with an estimate of the likely ancillary costs (travel, accommodation, etc).
With the assistance of our medical director and your own practitioner, you will be able to make an informed choice of your preferred surgeon. We shall endeavour to supply any additional information that you feel may help you make your decision.
Organising your trip and treatment
Once you have selected your preferred surgeon, the second stage of our services consists of organising your treatment from start to finish, assisting with the logistics and accompanying and supporting you throughout the whole process.Based on your requirements and the surgeon's schedule, we will organise the initial consultation and any preliminary clinical tests that need to be done. The initial consultation is important to:
- determine whether your general health permits surgery
- confirm your full awareness of the pros and cons of surgery
- establish your confidence and trust in the surgeon
- agree on realistic expectations of what surgery will do for you
- discuss a timetable for surgery and post-operative restrictions
The day before the scheduled date, you will have consultations with your anaesthetist and surgeon in preparation for surgery. After surgery, you will be taken to your private room for recovery. We will be there to provide moral support and to try and make your stay as comfortable as possible. Typically there will be a stay in the clinic (except day cases) followed by a stay in a nearby hotel or guest house. The durations of each depend on the type of surgery and post-operative constraints. For example:
| Treatment | Clinic Stay | Outpatient Stay | Return Home after | Final Checkup after |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpal Tunnel Release | day case | 1 day | 2 days | not required |
| Ulnar Nerve Release | day case | 1 day | 2 days | not required |
| Dupuytren's Fasciectomy | day case | 1 day | 2 days | not required |
| Trigger Finger Release | day case | 1 day | 2 days | not required |
| Total Hip Replacement | 8-11 nights | 1 day | 10 days | 1 month |
| Total Knee Replacement | 8-11 nights | 1 day | 10 days | 1 month |
During the initial post-operative healing period, you will have regular consultations with the surgeon to ensure a prompt and comfortable recovery and you will also be able to relax and enjoy all that the region has to offer.
There will be a final post-operative consultation with your surgeon several weeks later. In the meantime, we can also liaise with your local practitioner if required.