Interbalkan European Medical Center
| Greece | Turkey | Austria | |
| Pneumonectomy | - | from $22,000 | from $50,000 |
| Lung cancer surgery | - | from $9,000 | from $42,000 |
| Bronchoscopic Balloon Dilatation Therapy for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) | - | from $3,500 | from $4,500 |
| Bronchial Fistula Closure via Bronchoscopy | - | from $3,200 | from $5,000 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Pulmonology treatment upon arrival and use a flexible installment plan if needed.
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Dr. Sapardanis Iordanis specializes in lung cancer and invasive pulmonology with 26 years of experience of experience, including researcher roles at Theageneio General Hospital.
Dr. Stavros Lappas, M.D., is the Director of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at IASYS Clinic. He is a Pulmonologist–Intensivist with extensive experience in critical care and in treating critically ill patients at major hospitals in Athens.
He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens and completed specialized training in Intensive Care Medicine. He has served as Scientific Director and ICU Attending Physician. He also contributes to educational programs and scientific activities.
Dr Theodoros Piperos, MD, is a General Surgeon at IASYS Clinic in Vyronas, Athens. He has over 10 years of clinical experience. He completed his specialty training in General Surgery in 2014 at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
He performs the full range of general surgical procedures. His expertise includes laparoscopic surgery, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and breast, thyroid, and colorectal surgery. He also provides surgical management for obstetric and gynecological cases. He is a lecturer in the postgraduate Applied Neuroanatomy programme at the University of Athens. Languages: Greek, English.
Emphysema valve therapy is available in Greece at specialized centers. Physicians first performed endobronchial valve (ELVR) procedures in 2014. These minimally invasive treatments target severe COPD. Specialists insert one-way valves via endoscopes to improve lung capacity. This helps patients breathe more easily without surgery.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows centers in Thessaloniki, like Interbalkan European Medical Center, often maintain collaborations with major US institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital. These academic ties frequently indicate access to international clinical protocols. Patients should verify if a clinic performs this specific procedure regularly, as volume varies significantly between private and public facilities.
Patient Consensus: Patients note that while the procedure is available in private clinics, finding a specialized referral can be complex. Many emphasize the importance of requesting specific case volumes from the pulmonologist before booking the intervention.
International patients choose Greece for pulmonary care to access specialized treatments like invasive bronchoscopy and robotic surgery. The country offers a therapeutic Mediterranean climate ideal for respiratory rehabilitation. Private facilities provide immediate scheduling for complex procedures. Many Greek pulmonologists hold advanced training from prestigious institutions in the US and UK.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Our data shows a unique trend where Thessaloniki has become a hub for pulmonary rehab. One facility there was ranked as the best for rehabilitation by Bookimed patients in 2019. This specialization often includes interdisciplinary programs for cardio-respiratory recovery and wound infection treatment.
Patient Consensus: Patients often recommend pairing clinical surgery with coastal stays to improve recovery. They note that many doctors are English-speaking returnees who bring familiar Western protocols to Greek clinics.