About the Provider
St. Catherine Specialty Hospital
📍 Ulica Kneza Branimira 71E, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
Founded in 2011, St. Catherine Specialty Hospital has grown into Croatia’s largest private hospital and is recognized as a European Center of Excellence. With its central location in Zagreb and a sprawling infrastructure of 4,500 m², it integrates advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and rehabilitative services. Its mission is clear: deliver fast, comprehensive, and pain-free health solutions using modern medical technology and a patient-first philosophy.
Caring for over 60,000 patients annually, including international elites and athletes, the hospital houses 19 Centers of Excellence and over 100 healthcare professionals, including 75 seasoned specialists. The institution is known for pioneering research and collaborations with leading international medical entities.
Treatments Offered
St. Catherine Specialty Hospital offers one of the most extensive ranges of treatments in Europe. Below is a selection of the top 30 medical and surgical services provided:
- Arthroscopy (Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Elbow & Ankle)
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Shoulder Surgery and Reconstruction
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation
- Microdiscectomy
- Cervical Microdiscectomy with the Implantation of an Artificial Intervertebral Disc
- Lumbar Intervertebral Fusion with Posterior Approach
- Intercorporeal Fusion of the Lumbar Spine through an Anterior Approach
- Revision Spine Surgeries
- Laparoscopic Myomectomy
- Endometriosis
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Lift and Reduction
- Breast Reconstruction
- Varicose Veins Treatment
- Endovenous Vein Laser Ablation (EVLA)
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Implants
- Veneers
- Root Canal Therapy
- Gynecomastia
- Botox
- Dermal Fillers
- Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
- Septoplasty
- Thyroid Surgery (Benign and Malignant)
Medical Team
St. Catherine’s strength lies in its dedicated team of leading professionals across multiple disciplines. Each doctor contributes to the hospital’s multidisciplinary approach, enhancing patient care through experience, innovation, and continuous education.
- Stipe Ćorluka, M.D.
- Tadija Petrović, M.D., Ph.D.
- Vide Bilić, M.D., Ph.D.
- Neven Starčević, M.D., Ph.D.
- Assoc. Prof. Damir Hudetz, M.D., Ph.D.
- Assist. Prof. Željko Jeleč, M.D., Ph.D.
- Krešimir Saša Đurić, M.D., Ph.D.
- Prim. Ivan Benčić, M.D.
- Assist. Prof. Eduard Rod, M.D., Ph.D.
- Marjan Rožanković, M.D., Ph.D.
- Trpimir Vrdoljak, M.D.
- Assist. Prof. Damjan Dimnjaković, M.D., Ph.D.
- Ivan Katalinić, D.M.D., Ph.D.
- Ana Dimova, M.D.
- Boris Bumber, M.D., Ph.D.
- Mislav Malić, M.D., Ph.D.
- Marko Kisić, M.D.
- Ana Medić Flajšman, M.D.
- Krešimir Bulić, M.D., Ph.D.
- Assist. Prof. Mislav Rakić, M.D., Ph.D.
- Irena Šnajdar, M.D.
- Assistant Professor Mladen Japjec, M.D., Ph.D.
- Stefan Dimov, M.D.
Accreditations and Certifications
St. Catherine Specialty Hospital is Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited, the gold standard in global healthcare certification. This recognition affirms the hospital’s adherence to the highest patient safety and care quality standards.
St. Catherine Specialty Hospital stands at the forefront of private healthcare in Europe, offering a powerful combination of advanced technology, a multidisciplinary medical team, and a wide array of treatments across specialties. Its consistent focus on personalized, top-tier care makes it a preferred destination not only for local patients but for international medical travelers seeking excellence in diagnosis, surgery, and rehabilitation.
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