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KCM Clinic
Jelenia Góra, Poland
Clinic Review
KCM Clinic is a private hospital of advanced medicine located in the mountainous area of the Polish city of Jelenia Góra. This multi specialty medical facility has some of the highest success rates of treatment in Poland and also provide unique therapies for Central and Eastern Europe
KCM clinic demonstrates a high level of medical service for over a decade, since its opening in 2006. Today, the private hospital KCM is the top choice not only of Polish citizens but also thousands of patients from abroad. Additional confirmation of the quality of the services provided by KCM is the cooperation of the clinic with the State Health Fund of Poland.
One of the main advantages of the private hospital KCM is its partnership with the American medical center Sanford Health. Thus, the clinic has access to medical achievements globally. Sanford Health consist of 34 hospitals, 116 clinics and more than 1000 doctors in 70 specialties. Thanks to unique cooperation, KCM specialists regularly improve their qualifications in America and study unique methods of treatment. Moreover, decisions in complex cases are taken by an international doctoral consultation.
The hospital is certified by the European standard ISO 9001: 2015, member of the Polish Medical Tourism Association and actively exchanges specialists with the best medical centers in the US, Germany and Wroclaw University in Poland.
The structure of the KCM medical center includes the unit of inpatient care, a multimedia operating room, a surgical center, a rehabilitation center, a dental clinic and a separate multidisciplinary hospital.
Patients can choose a 1 or 2 bed room with a bath, TV and internet. International patients have access to an interpreter's services and can stay in one of the local luxury hotels.
KCM CLINIC IS LEADING IN:
minimally invasive surgery;
spine surgery;
neurostimulation of the spinal cord and brain;
orthopaedics;
gynaecology;
rehabilitation;
dentistry;
ophtalmology;
plastic surgery;
weight loss surgery;
UNIQUE ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE KCM HOSPITAL:
The latest technology in 3D laparoscopy: KCM is one of the few centers in Europe where 3D laparoscopy technologies are available that are used to treat obesity and in gynecology for the treatment of infertility, endometriosis, fibroids and uterine tumors. 3D-laparoscopy provides high quality visualization and image depth, which increases the safety and effectiveness of the manipulation reducing possible complications.Minimally invasive endoscopic methods in spinal neurosurgery for the treatment of diseases of the vertebral disc: KCM is the first center in Central and Eastern Europe and also one of the seven centers in the world where endoscopic removal of the herniated disc in the cervical region (CESS) is possible.In 2018, KCM was named "#1 Bariatric Surgery clinic in the world"Collaboration with the world leaders in the field of medical equipment Olympus, Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet, OttoBock, J & J.Features of the Clinic
ORTHOPEDICS AND TRAUMATOLOGY IN KCM JELENIA GORA
In the KCM hospital, knee and hip joint replacement surgeries are performed, minimally invasive hip surgery, arthroscopy and reconstructive surgery are available. Orthopedic surgery in the clinic is conducted by the famous Polish professor Christophe Cherkasov, who carried out more than 3500 hip replacements and over 1000 knee joints.
KCM uses endoscopic medical equipment of world-class ARTHREX and implants ZIMMER. The rehabilitation team provides comprehensive post-operative care and rapid recovery. At the same time, the prices for such procedures in the KCM hospital are much lower than in other clinics of Europe of this level.
The KMC hospital performs:
Hip replacement;
Knee replacement;
Reconstructive knee and shoulder surgery;
Arthroscopy of hip, shoulder and knee;
Stem cell therapy;
Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction.
NEUROSURGERY IN KCM
Neurosurgery Department of KCM Hospital specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for diseases of the lumbar, thoracic and cervical spine. The procedures are helpful to both people with congenital spinal deformities, age-related degenerative processes and results of injuries.
The neurosurgeons team of the KCM clinic was the first in Central and Eastern Europe to perform endoscopic removal of the herniated disc of the cervical spine (CESS). They also perform vertebroplasty, which gives relief to people with post-traumatic spine pain. In addition, the clinic can also perform deep brain stimulation (DBS) and spinal cord stimulation (SCS).
WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY IN KCM HOSPITAL
In 2018, GCR named KCM clinic "World's best Bariatric Surgery clinic". Today, surgical intervention is the most reliable weight-loss method for clinically obese people.
KCM clinic use 3D laparoscopic technologies to treat obesity at the Bariatric Center. The highest quality of visualization during the operation ensures safety, efficiency and minimization of complications.
The weight-loss package includes the necessary internal, gastrointestinal, and cardiological examination.
The specialists of the clinic have obtained experience in the best European and American medical centers in conducting bariatric surgery. Surgeons of the clinic perform a minimally invasive laparoscopic reduction of the stomach: gastric sleeve resection, gastric banding, gastric bypass, installation of an intragastric balloon and other operations related to weight loss.
The center of laparoscopic and bariatric surgery is headed by Dr. Grzegorz Kowalski, who has conducted more than 10,000 laparoscopic operations and more than 1,000 bariatric surgeries.
PLASTIC SURGERY IN KCM
In the medical center of KCM it is possible to conduct plastic surgeries of any complexity. The specialists have the widest experience in breast surgery, facial and neck surgery, silhouette surgery and also liposuction. The doctors provide a wide range of rejuvenating procedures, as well as reconstructive surgery.
In the KCM there are well-known plastic surgeons such as Mariusz Vysotsky, Petro Drozdovski, Ryszard Nawrocki (28 years of experience). These specialists studied at the pioneers of plastic surgery and underwent numerous internships in the best centers of plastic surgery in the world.
3D LAPAROSCOPIC GYNECOLOGY IN KCM CLINIC
In the KCM hospital, patients are offered laparoscopic procedures using the latest Olympus 3D technology. Microsurgical 3D-laparoscopy with visualization is the top-method of surgery, which guarantees accuracy, efficiency and safety of treatment minimizing the complications.
High accuracy is extremely important in the process of surgical intervention in endometriosis, microsurgical operations on the ovaries and fallopian tubes in infertility, as well as for the removal of gynecological neoplasms.
DENTISTRY IN KCM HOSPITAL
KCM is one of the few clinics in Poland that uses the latest methods of non-invasive dentistry: ozone therapy and air abrasion. Moreover, the hospital presents the most advanced complex radiological diagnostics: three-dimensional wide-angle imaging, 2D-cephalometry, 3D-pantomography and radiographic imaging.
KCM provide painless dental treatment, which is possible due to the unique computerized anesthesia system The Wand. High quality veneers are available, procedure like crown placement is performed with the help of latest devices.
The main services provided by the KCM Dental Clinic:
Cosmetic dentistry (teeth whitening, composite bonding, etc.)
Implantology;
Veneers, inlays, onlays;
Correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws;
Dental surgery;
Mouth and jaws surgery.
KCM EYE CLINIC
The hospital provides comprehensive eye care on all levels of difficulty. They perform minimally invasive treatments for cataract, glaucoma, corneal erosions, diabetic eye diseases, astigmatism, myopia, and other eye illnesses.
The diagnostic process employs modern technology, including laser scanning, optical coherence tomography, angiography, ultrasound, optic nerve scanning for early glaucoma.
During the consultation with the ophthalmologist, the patient can get help with choosing the best corrective glasses. They offer modern lenses for patients with astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness, as well as reading/ computer glasses for patients after cataract surgery.
Surgeons restore the eyesight with minimally-invasive surgeries and laser therapy like YAG laser, SLT laser, Green laser.
Price of treatment at KCM Hospital
KCM is a medical network of european quality level or polish prices. The cost is 70% lower in comparison with the Great Britain, Germany and the USA. Additionally, international patients do not have to deal with waiting lists.
The prices listed below are approximate. The final price can only be determined after the consultation, and it is influenced by many factors, including the diagnosis, type of treatment, level of difficulty, qualification of the doctor, duration of stay, etc.
| Procedure | Cost |
| MRI | from €330 |
| Lab tests | from €90 |
| Ankle joint artroscopy | from €1,200 |
| Knee replacement | from €4,700 |
| Hip replacement | from €5,225 |
| Procedure | Cost |
| Breast augmentation | from €3,150 |
| Face lifting | from €2,650 |
| Rhinoplasty | from €2,650 |
| Liposuction | from €1,050 |
| Intragastric balloon | from €2,390 |
Doctors
over 26 years
24 years
42 years
16 yers
15 years
12 years
29 years
Head of Plastic Surgery Department
In 1994, graduated Pomeranian Medical University in Poland
One of the most experienced polish aesthetic plastic surgeons.
Polish Leading Expert in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Expert in Plastic Surgery for Baxter Co.
Has performed about 10 000 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Procedures.
Member of:
Specialization: Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery
Grzegorz Kowalski went through number of trainings abroad: the European Institute of telesurgery in France, the European School of Laparoscopic Surgery, University Hospital of Saint-Pierre in Belgium, Academy of Aesculapius in Germany, endosurgery Institute in the US, the Medical Expert Center General Surgery in Switzerland, the hospital Imelda in Belgium , as well as other medical centers in France, Spain, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands.
Professional awards and titles:
- Expert in advanced bariatric surgery (according to Covidien and Johnson & Johnson);
- Expert of laparoscopic and bariatric surgery (Olympus version);
- Reward for the first performed laparoscopic operation using the TAPP method;
- Reward for the first laparoscopic pancreatomy.
Membership in professional organizations: Polish Medical Association; Society of Polish Surgeons; Metabolic and bariatric sections of the Society of Polish Surgeons.
Specialization of the doctor: general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, bariatric surgery, endocrine surgery.
Working in KCM hospital since 2006 . Dr. Krzysztof Czerkasow is recognized in Poland and abroad, he is an authoritative specialist in arthroplasty, who has performed more than 4,700 successful operations (more than 3500 hip replacements and over 1000 knee replacements).
Membership in professional organizations: Member of the Polish Society of Orthopedic Surgery.
Languages: Polish, English.
Specialization of the doctor: orthopedics and traumatology, hip replacement, knee replacement, hip and knee arthroplasty, knee joint alloplasty, foot surgery, traumatological operation of the musculoskeletal system.
Membership in professional organizations:
- The Polish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery;
- Section of Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Surgery of the Association of Polish Surgeons.
Specialization of the doctor: maxillofacial surgery, microsurgery, hand surgery and aesthetic surgery (correction of nose, ear, facial rejuvenation, breast enlargement and reduction, abdominoplasty, liposuction, etc.).
Membership in professional organizations:
- International Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology;
- Polish Society of Gynecology;
- Polish Cancer Society.
Languages: Polish, English, Spanish.
Specialization of the doctor: gynecological laparoscopy, microsurgery, advanced gynecological minimally invasive surgery, laparoscopic treatment of endometriosis.
Membership in professional organizations:
- European Council of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery;
- The Polish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery;
- International Confederation of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS);
- Section of reconstructive surgery of the Society of Polish Surgeons;
- Section of Aesthetic Medicine of the Polish Medical Society.
Languages: Polish, English, Italian, German, French.
Specialization of the doctor: surgery of congenital anomalies, reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, aesthetic surgery, aesthetic medicine.
Membership in professional organizations:
- Association of Polish Surgeons;
- Polish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
Specialization of the doctor: facial surgery (eyelid correction, facelift, nose plastic), correction of the shape of the ears, breast plastic, abdominal surgery, aesthetic surgery (botox, hyaluronic acid, scar correction, varicose surgery).
Clinic is located in a renovated historical building in the center of the ancient city of Jelenia Góra. The architecture of the city is created in the Baroque style, narrow streets and picturesque buildings create a special atmosphere. The medical center is also surrounded by the incredibly beautiful Karkonosze Mountains. The nearest airports to the hospital are: Wrocław WRO - 1 hour ,Prague PRG - 2 hours.
