About the clinic
KCM Clinic S.A. is a private multi-specialty hospital and rapid diagnostics centre in Jelenia Góra, in the Karkonosze (Giant Mountains) of south-west Poland, treating patients from many countries. Patients usually fly into Wrocław Airport. It has modern operating theatres and specialist diagnostics on site, so tests, consultations, surgery and the hospital stay all happen in one place.
The clinic specialises in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. It is also a teaching and reference centre that organises international scientific conferences and workshops on laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery.
We coordinate your treatment there: we collect your medical records, pass them to the surgical team, arrange dates, transfers and accommodation, and stay in touch with you throughout. You speak to us first, and we stay your point of contact before, during and after your stay.
Departments and services
- Bariatric and metabolic surgery
- Orthopaedics: including hip, knee and shoulder replacement
- Endoscopic spine surgery
- Plastic surgery
- Urology
- Gynaecology
- Paediatric day surgery: one- and two-day stays, with parents able to stay overnight in the child's room
- Rehabilitation: with modern equipment and a team of physiotherapists
- CT scanning: at the OMEGA Diagnostyka Obrazowa imaging centre, including functional and vascular studies
The packages below cover orthopaedics and bariatric surgery. For other treatments at the clinic, ask us on your call.
Orthopaedics: hip, knee and shoulder replacement
Joint replacement packages include the pre-operative tests, the specialist consultations, the operation, the hospital stay and the first physiotherapy sessions. Hip and knee packages also include the hotel and airport transfers.
Before a place is confirmed, the surgeon reviews your MRI or X-ray images, your GP or consultant referral and any other relevant records, together with the clinic's medical questionnaire. We send you the questionnaire and help you complete it.
The surgeon
- Dr Jarosław Maczyński Orthopaedic and trauma surgeon with more than 38 years of surgical experience. The clinic reports that he has performed more than 1,500 hip and knee replacements.
Treatment packages
Hip replacement
The package includes
- Pre-operative tests: hip and chest X-rays, ECG, spirometry and a full set of blood tests
- Consultations with an orthopaedic surgeon, an internal medicine specialist, a cardiologist and an anaesthetist
- Surgery with an uncemented ENOVIS LIMA hip prosthesis
- Anaesthesia
- 3-day stay on the orthopaedic ward, with medical and nursing care, medicines and all meals
- 4 physiotherapy sessions during the hospital stay
- Wound care and a check-up before discharge
- 5 nights in a hotel near the clinic (single room, breakfast and Wi-Fi)
- Airport transfers both ways
- A dedicated international patient coordinator throughout
Implant options
Implants from ENOVIS, Zimmer Biomet, Stryker and DePuy Synthes (Johnson & Johnson): cemented and uncemented stems, hypoallergenic implants, ceramic heads and dual-mobility systems for extra stability.
Knee replacement
The package includes
- Pre-operative tests: blood tests, ECG, exercise stress test and chest X-ray
- Consultations with an orthopaedic surgeon, a cardiologist, an internal medicine specialist and an anaesthetist
- Uncemented ENOVIS LIMA Physica prosthesis
- General anaesthesia
- 3-day stay in a private room with bathroom, Wi-Fi, TV, meals, medicines and nursing care
- An English-speaking physiotherapist, in hospital and as an outpatient
- 4 physiotherapy sessions during the hospital stay
- Dressing changes and follow-up care
- 5 nights in a hotel (single room, breakfast and Wi-Fi)
- Transfers Wrocław Airport – hotel – Wrocław Airport
- A dedicated international patient coordinator throughout
Implant options
ENOVIS LIMA Physica (kinematic), cemented or uncemented; ENOVIS Mathys BalanSys (nickel-free, for patients with metal allergies); Zimmer Biomet NexGen Knee, cemented; DePuy Synthes ATTUNE Knee System.
Other packages
- Anatomic total shoulder replacement · ENOVIS LIMA SMR prosthesis, for example after an injury
- Reverse total shoulder replacement · ENOVIS LIMA SMR reverse prosthesis
Both shoulder packages include the following. The type of implant is confirmed by the surgeon after the medical assessment.
- Pre-operative tests: blood tests, ECG, exercise stress test and chest X-ray
- The prosthesis
- Consultations with an orthopaedic surgeon, a cardiologist, an internal medicine specialist and an anaesthetist
- General anaesthesia
- 3-day stay in a private room with bathroom, Wi-Fi, TV, meals, medicines and nursing care
- An English-speaking physiotherapist, in hospital and as an outpatient
- Up to 7 physiotherapy sessions during the hospital stay
- Dressing changes and follow-up care
- A dedicated international patient coordinator throughout
Suggested schedule for a knee replacement
- TuesdayArrive by 8:00 for tests and consultations. You must not eat beforehand. Night in the hotel.
- WednesdayAdmission at 12:00, surgery the same day.
- Wednesday to FridayHospital stay with full medical care and rehabilitation.
- FridayDischarge with prescriptions and written instructions.
- MondayCheck-up, further rehabilitation and a dressing change.
- Tuesday or WednesdayMore rehabilitation if needed, or travel home.
Bariatric (weight-loss) surgery
KCM reports that it is ranked first among 222 hospitals for bariatric surgery in the Global Clinic Rating. The clinic hosts international training conferences in advanced bariatric surgery for doctors and describes itself as a reference centre for Johnson & Johnson and Medtronic.
Laparoscopic operations are done with 3D/4K camera systems through small incisions, which can mean less pain and a shorter recovery than open surgery. The surgeon recommends the type of operation only after reviewing your test results and medical history.
Care continues before and after surgery: full pre-operative tests, consultations with specialists, a clinical dietitian and a psychologist, support groups and an aftercare programme, provided by a team of doctors, nurses, dietitians, psychologists and physiotherapists.
The surgeons
- Prof. Piotr Major Bariatric surgeon, among the most experienced in Poland, with many scientific publications.
- Dr Grzegorz Kowalski Bariatric surgeon with thousands of operations performed.
- Dr Artur Raiter Bariatric surgeon with thousands of operations performed.
Procedures
Sleeve gastrectomy (GS)
About 75–80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow tube about the size of a banana. The part of the stomach that makes most of the hunger hormone ghrelin is removed too, which can reduce hunger. Usually considered from a BMI of 30. Recovery is usually 1–2 weeks.
One-anastomosis (mini) gastric bypass (OAGB)
The upper stomach is made into a long, narrow tube that is joined to a loop of the small intestine, bypassing the rest of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. Considered for a BMI of 35 with type 2 diabetes, and as a revision operation. Recovery is usually 1–2 weeks.
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB)
A small stomach pouch is joined directly to the small intestine. Food bypasses most of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine, which limits how much food is taken in and absorbed. Considered for a BMI above 40, and as a revision operation. Recovery is usually 1–2 weeks.
SASI-S
Single anastomosis sleeve-ileal bypass: a sleeve gastrectomy combined with one connection between the stomach and the small intestine.
Revision sleeve (re-sleeve)
A second laparoscopic operation for patients who have had a sleeve gastrectomy before.
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
A non-surgical procedure done through the mouth with an endoscope (Apollo OverStitch). Stitches reduce the size of the stomach and can be removed endoscopically later, so the procedure is reversible. For patients who do not want, or cannot have, surgery, and as a revision procedure. Usually considered from a BMI of 28. Recovery is usually about 1 week.
Packages available
- Sleeve gastrectomy (GS)
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB)
- Mini gastric bypass (OAGB / MGB)
- SASI-S
- Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), Apollo OverStitch
- Revision sleeve (re-sleeve)
Each all-inclusive package includes:
- The operation with 3D/4K laparoscopy (or the ESG procedure)
- 3-day (2-night) hospital stay in a comfortable room with bathroom, TV, Wi-Fi and Netflix (1 day for ESG)
- Full pre-operative tests
- Consultations with an anaesthetist, a cardiologist and a bariatric surgeon
- A clinical dietitian consultation with a 7-week nutrition plan
- A clinical psychologist consultation
- A dedicated patient coordinator at the hospital
- A post-operative consultation with the surgeon
- Access to the clinic's patient support group
Can be added on request
- A stay at a 3-star hotel that partners with the clinic, in a single or double room, with Wi-Fi and breakfast
- Airport and local transfers from Wrocław Airport (WRO)
In line with international guidelines, KCM does not fit gastric bands for obesity, because of the high rate of long-term complications. It does remove gastric bands, either on their own or together with a conversion to a sleeve gastrectomy in one or two stages.
Before you travel
Documents to prepare
Before a date is confirmed, the clinic's medical team assesses your records. Please do not send medical information through the contact form or WhatsApp: after your call we tell you how to share it with us securely, and we pass it to the clinic.
- MRI scans or X-ray images, where relevant
- A referral from your GP or treating consultant
- Any other relevant medical records, such as discharge letters and a list of your medicines
- The clinic's medical questionnaire: we send you the right form and help you fill it in
Blood tests at home
The clinic suggests having blood tests done at home before you travel. This helps to spot any concerns early, so you arrive fully prepared. The clinic confirms which tests you need for your treatment.
- Blood group
- TSH (thyroid)
- HIV Ag/Ab
- Anti-HCV (hepatitis C)
- HBsAg and anti-HBs (hepatitis B)
- INR and aPTT (clotting)
- Full blood count
- Creatinine, urea and electrolytes (kidneys)
- Liver enzymes (transaminases)
- Cholesterol and lipid profile
- Glucose and HbA1c
This page is general information, not medical advice. The descriptions of the clinic, its team and its treatments come from the clinic. MED Travel Connect provides travel coordination and patient support. Only the treating clinician can assess suitability, recommend treatment and explain the risks for you. Prices are given in a written quote after the clinic has reviewed your information.