Artificial Disc Replacement
Overview
An advanced alternative to fusion surgery where a worn disc is replaced with a sophisticated artificial disc that preserves spinal motion. Our partner hospitals deliver artificial disc replacement using internationally recognised protocols, latest-generation equipment, and surgeons with extensive experience — many internationally trained. Spine surgery in Australia has public waits of 6–18 months. Self-funded spinal fusion averages AUD 35,000–65,000. Through Earth Abroad's partner network in India, the same artificial disc replacement is available from $11,500 — at a fraction of Australian self-funded cost — in JCI-accredited facilities with care quality matching or exceeding Australian standards.
Cost Comparison by Country
| Country | Avg. Cost | Hospital Stay | Savings vs Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | AUD $11,500 - $20,000 | 5-7 days | Save ~71% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | AUD $25,000 - $40,000 | 5-7 days | Save ~32-42% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Self-Funded | AUD $40,000 - $70,000 | — | — |
Pricing indicative. Includes procedure, hospital accommodation, standard medications, nursing care, and post-procedure care. Flights, accommodation outside hospital, and travel insurance budgeted separately.
For Australian Patients: Spine surgery in Australia has public waits of 6–18 months. Self-funded spinal fusion averages AUD 35,000–65,000.
What's Included
- Pre-procedure consultation and diagnostic workup review
- All physician, anaesthesia and theatre fees
- Private room hospital accommodation for full duration of stay
- All standard medications and consumables in-hospital
- Specialist nursing care and post-operative monitoring
- In-hospital physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions
- Airport transfers and local transport in destination city
- Dedicated Earth Abroad care coordinator throughout stay
- Medical visa invitation letter (for India)
- 90-day post-treatment remote support and follow-up
Partner Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals Chennai
🇮🇳 Chennai, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
Dedicated spine surgery unit with robotic-assisted and minimally invasive procedures. 5,000+ spine surgeries annually.
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
Comprehensive spine centre with complex deformity correction and disc replacement specialists.
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Recommended Package
Artificial Disc Replacement + Recovery Programme
10-14 days
Chennai or Delhi, India
From AUD ~11,500
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