Gastroscopy with biopsy in Centrum Medyczne INTER-MED

Centrum Medyczne INTER-MED is a private multi-specialty medical network. It operates three facilities in Poland – in Będzin, Katowice, and Olkusz. The network focuses on a Day Hospital model for short-stay surgeries.

Clinic Achievements and Capacity

The network was established in 2012. Since opening, the Day Hospital in Będzin has grown significantly. In its first year, the facility performed over 1,100 procedures. It now handles 3,000 surgeries per year. The clinic holds the Placówka Przyjazna Pacjentom certificate from ZnanyLekarz, recognizing its patient-friendly care.

Medical Specializations and Procedures

The medical team includes over 100 specialists across diverse fields. Among them are habilitated doctors and professors. Most surgical cases conclude within 24 hours.

Bariatric Surgery and Obesity Treatment

The bariatric department treats obesity through laparoscopic methods. These procedures suit patients with a BMI of 40 or higher. The clinic also treats those with a BMI of 35 who have conditions like type 2 diabetes or hypertension.

• Mini-gastric bypass (MGB) – can reduce excess weight by 70–80% within a year
• Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
• Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB)
• SASI and SADI bypass variants
• Gastric balloon options

A bariatric dietitian provides ongoing support to help patients maintain their results.

Orthopedics and Regenerative Therapy

The Orthopedics and Traumatology ward manages injuries and degenerative conditions. Surgeons operate on the knee, hip, hand, ankle, and foot. Rehabilitation often begins immediately after surgery to restore mobility quickly.

• Orthokine therapy – uses the patient's own blood proteins to treat joint pain
• GPS/PRP therapy – applies autologous growth factors to aid healing
• Knee arthroscopy – a minimally invasive procedure lasting 30 to 90 minutes
• Ligament reconstruction and meniscectomy

Regenerative treatments like Orthokine offer modern alternatives to traditional orthopedic surgery.

Vascular Surgery and Phlebology

Vascular specialists treat varicose veins using laser technology. Dr. Krzysztof Lenkiewicz leads this department. He specializes in general surgery, vascular surgery, and angiology.

• EVLT (Endovenous Laser Treatment) – closes veins using laser energy without incisions
• Sclerotherapy – treats spider veins by injecting liquid or foamed agents
• USG Doppler guidance – provides accuracy during vein injections

Laser treatments take about 30–60 minutes. Patients go home the same day and return to normal activity within 48 hours.

Neurological Rehabilitation

The rehabilitation team uses PNF therapy for musculoskeletal and nervous system disorders. This method helps patients regain specific functions – walking, sitting, or maintaining proper posture. It is especially valuable for those recovering from spinal cord injuries.

Diagnostic and Treatment Technology

The facilities use high-definition imaging for accurate diagnosis. In Katowice, the gynecology department has USG HD and mammotonic breast biopsy. The ophthalmology unit offers full diagnostics, including OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

Available diagnostic equipment includes:

• Mammography with tomosynthesis
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Fibroscan for liver assessment
• Diagnostic gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Doppler duplex angioscanning

The clinic also offers lab tests for surgical qualification – EKG, blood sugar, and clotting assessments.

Services for International Patients

INTER-MED provides English-language booking support. The medical team offers consultations in English and Polish. Online consultations let patients discuss their cases before traveling. The Będzin facility is fully adapted for people with disabilities. It features air conditioning and 40 dedicated parking spaces.