Medical Tourism for French Patients: Quality Care, Shorter Waits, Lower Costs
French patients increasingly travel to Turkey, Portugal, and Lithuania for dental care, cosmetic surgery, and orthopedic procedures — saving 40-70% compared to private French clinics, with shorter wait times and dedicated French-speaking coordinators.
Why French Patients Choose Treatment Abroad
Avoid Months of Waiting
Wait times in France for specialist consultations and elective surgery can stretch to 3-6 months. Dental implants, orthopedic procedures, and cosmetic surgery are often available within 1-2 weeks abroad.
40-70% Savings on Dental & Cosmetic
A full set of dental implants costs €15,000-€25,000 in France vs €4,000-€8,000 in Turkey. Rhinoplasty is €4,000-€8,000 in France vs €2,000-€3,500 in Turkey. Knee replacement is €12,000-€18,000 vs €5,000-€8,000 abroad.
French-Speaking Medical Teams
Our partner hospitals in Turkey, Portugal, and Lithuania have French-speaking patient coordinators and many doctors who trained in France or speak fluent French. All medical reports and consultations are available in French.
Close European Destinations
Turkey is just 3.5 hours from Paris. Portugal is 2.5 hours. Lithuania is 3 hours. You can fly out in the morning, have your consultation the same day, and be home within days of your procedure.
Cost Comparison: Home vs. Abroad
| Procedure | Cost at Home | Cost Abroad | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Implants (full mouth) | €15,000-€25,000 | €4,000-€8,000 (Turkey) | 70% |
| Rhinoplasty | €4,000-€8,000 | €2,000-€3,500 (Turkey) | 55% |
| Knee Replacement | €12,000-€18,000 | €5,000-€8,000 | 55% |
| Gastric Bypass | €10,000-€18,000 | €4,000-€7,000 (Turkey) | 60% |
| Breast Augmentation | €4,000-€7,000 | €2,500-€4,000 (Turkey) | 45% |
Most Popular Treatments
Recommended Destinations
Turkey
The most popular destination for French medical tourists. Istanbul is just 3.5 hours from Paris with multiple daily flights. Renowned for dental implants, cosmetic surgery, hair transplants, and orthopedic procedures. Many clinics have French-speaking staff.
Portugal
A natural choice for French patients — close, culturally familiar, and with excellent dental and orthopedic clinics. Lisbon and Porto offer high-quality care at 30-50% less than French prices. 2.5-hour flights from Paris.
Lithuania
Emerging as a top dental tourism destination in Europe. Vilnius offers exceptional dental implant work at 50-60% savings compared to France. EU standards, easy travel, and growing French-speaking medical staff.
Visa & Travel Information
French passport holders enjoy visa-free access to Turkey (90 days), Portugal and Lithuania (EU — unlimited), India (e-Visa online, 72hr approval), and Thailand (visa-free 30 days). Travel to European destinations requires no visa paperwork at all.
Patient Success Stories
“After being quoted $45,000 for knee replacement in the US, I found Travel4Treatment. They connected me with a top orthopedic hospital in India where I had surgery for $7,500. Six months later, I'm back to hiking with no pain. The hospital was world-class and doctor was US-trained.”
James S.
Knee Replacement · Medanta Hospital
“I researched cosmetic surgery for years but couldn't justify the $18,000 price tag. Travel4Treatment arranged my care at Malo Clinic in Portugal for less than $9,000. The quality was exceptional, and I extended my stay to enjoy Lisbon. Best decision I ever made!”
Maria L.
Dental Reconstruction · Malo Clinic