Safe and secure Knee Replacement surgery abroad in France
Leading orthopaedic surgery in France that transform lives
- Surgery in 2 weeks in France
- Trusted by 100+ UK & Canadian Patients
- Best destination for Hip & Knee surgery Abroad
- Duration of Stay : 17 days all inclusive
- Hospital Stay : 4 to 5 days in a private room + companion bed
- Rehabiitation : 10 days at the residence with daily physio session.
- 6 months insurance protection against complications (T & Cs apply)
- 6 months aftercare
- Provided : medications, crutches, compression socks, full medical support
Directs flights (between 5h and 10h from major Canada airports)
8h from Calagary
9h from Vancouver
6h from Nova Scotia
10h from Saskatchewan
8h from Calagary
9h from Vancouver
6h from Nova Scotia
10h from Saskatchewan 
Hear Our Patient Stories
After Pam retired, she started playing golf. Not long after this, she began losing sleep over pain in her knee. After an NHS consultation, it was determined that she required a knee replacement – but this would have taken 3-4 years with the NHS. This is when Pam found help with Elite Surgery Abroad.
“I would highly recommend Elite Surgery Abroad – I think their professionalism is outstanding, the surgeons are outstanding, and everybody who has looked at my scar on my knee, or has looked at the way I walk now – they are astounded by how good it is. I really can’t recommend them highly enough.” – Pam Sharp
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Airdrie Mechanic travels to France for knee replacement surgery
64-year-old Steven Barley travelled 4,500 miles to a top private hospital close to Paris, France, to have his knee replaced. The best private option in Alberta was $61,000 — through Elite Surgery Abroad, the package included the operation, pre and post care, all X-rays, medicines, 17 days accommodation, physio, nursing care, and his wife Donna's accommodation and meals.
Steven Barley
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Our all-inclusive “package” is designed to make your surgery and recovery smooth, safe, and stress free. We manage every step so you can focus on healing and your recovery.
Included in Your Package
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All transportation to medical appointments
- Pre-surgery assessment (X-rays, blood tests, surgeon consultation, anaesthesia evaluation)
- Surgical procedure
- Minimum 3-day hospital stay
- 10-day stay at a private recovery residence
- Daily physiotherapy
- Daily nurse visits
- Aftercare medication
- Discharge consultation
- 6 months post-surgery insurance (T & Cs apply)
- Travel companion included
No hidden extras. No uncertainty. Just a clear, structured pathway from arrival to recovery.
Included in Your Package
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All transportation to medical appointments
- Pre-surgery assessment (X-rays, blood tests, surgeon consultation, anaesthesia evaluation)
- Surgical procedure
- Minimum 3-day hospital stay
- 10-day stay at a private recovery residence
- Daily physiotherapy
- Daily nurse visits
- Aftercare medication
- Discharge consultation
- 6 months post-surgery insurance (T & Cs apply)
- Travel companion included
No hidden extras. No uncertainty. Just a clear, structured pathway from arrival to recovery.
Additional Costs
- Extra day at the residence: $200 CAD per day
- Additional physiotherapy session: $130 CAD per session
- BMI above 38: additional fee may apply
- Patients taking blood thinners: mandatory heart specialist consultation – $500 CAD
- 6 month aftercare: $1200 CAD
Expert Surgeons
Trusted specialists with 13+ years of experience
Dr Maxime-Louis Mencière
12 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr Eric Marrasse
20 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip, shoulder, knee and arthroscopic surgery.
Dr Thierry Aihonnou
20 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand and upper limb surgery
Dr Thomas Rouanet
12 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr Vittorio Ferrari
10 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery.
Dr Vladimir Rotari
10 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery.
Dr Maxime-Louis Mencière
12 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr Eric Marrasse
20 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip, shoulder, knee and arthroscopic surgery.
Dr Thierry Aihonnou
20 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand and upper limb surgery
Dr Thomas Rouanet
12 Years ExperienceDoctor in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr Vittorio Ferrari
10 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery.
Dr Vladimir Rotari
10 Years ExperienceDoctor in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery.
Orthopaedic Surgeons
Expert Surgery By World-Class Specialists
Meet our team of expert orthopaedic surgeons providing advanced surgical care focused on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life. Each surgeon and their teams bring extensive clinical experience, specialist training, and a strong record of delivering complex orthopaedic procedures with precision and care. Here, you’ll find detailed information about each surgeon and their qualifications.
Patient Testimonials
Read reviews about our services, learn about our patients, and explore their success stories.
View All“Thinking about the Elite Surgery Abroad experience, I can honestly say it exceeded our expectations. My hip replacement is a dual mobility hip – very difficult to dislocate and feels and moves like a natural hip. I am confident that this will not be my only joint replacement using Elite Surgery Abroad.”
Helen Court
Hip Replacement Surgery
“I would highly recommend Elite Surgery Abroad – I think their professionalism is outstanding, the surgeons are outstanding, and everybody who has looked at my scar on my knee, or has looked at the way I walk now – they are astounded by how good it is. I really can’t recommend them highly enough.”
Pam Sharp
Hip Replacement Surgery
“I found Elite Surgery Abroad, and began to look at them on the web. It seemed clear to me that the overall package that Elite Surgery Abroad offered, was potentially infinitely better than anything else I’d encountered.”
Dr Simon Murray
Hip Replacement Surgery
“Best in the world!
I first got in touch with ESA on 7th May ’25. 3rd June I was in Amiens for assessment and 6th June I had a total hip replacement.
The care and attention that I received from a whole host of wonderful unforgettable people here in France and Scotland must make the ESA setup unique and in my albeit biased view the best in the world.
Fast forward in Amiens to 19th June and a consultation with the surgeon shows all is good and I now look forward to getting out and about again with my new hip!
Thank you ESA and your brilliant people on the ground that met me at the airport and took me to my appointments in France for 17 days. Days that have changed my life. Thank you to your associate Clinique Victor PAUCHET with the Residence NAUVAGE. Thank you the surgeon and team. Thank you the nurses that changed the dressing and looked after me. Thank you the Physio team. Thank you the Residence restaurant Chef and team for the breakfast lunch and supper every day.
Thank you to Adriana my lovely wife X.”
“Elite Surgery Abroad gave me my life back.
Six months ago, I had a total knee replacement with them, and the results have been incredible. After months of being stuck on an NHS waiting list, unable to walk my dog and watching my world shrink, I finally found hope.
We discovered Elite Surgery Abroad through a Facebook advert. At first, it seemed too good to be true, but after thorough research and reassuring Zoom calls with the team and surgeon, we knew it was the right choice. Not only was it £6,000 cheaper than our local private hospital, but it also included far better aftercare and physiotherapy.
Today, I’m walking 5–6 miles a day in the New Forest with my husband and our dog — something I never thought I’d do again. The team were professional, supportive, and genuinely life-changing. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone considering surgery.”
“My surgery for right hip replacement on 1st April went well. The aftercare was excellent and now three months on I have regained my mobility. I have even managed to ride pillion on my husbands motorbike. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone in need of hip or knee surgery.”
“I can’t recommend Elite Surgery Abroad enough. Just a short flight (which is particularly helpful on the return home), a slick process from start to finish and wonderful care. The icing on the cake has been the GP support once home which other providers don’t offer. A big thank you to everyone involved in my care but in particular to Dr Rouanet, Susan the guide who I would have been lost without, Carol and Emilie the nurses, Benoit and Jose the brilliant physios, all the drivers but especially Raoul for always being there to look after the process from start to finish and to solve any issues quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend this service to anyone considering it. It is personalised and caring and you feel like you are being well looked after both before during and after your surgery.”
“My experience of ESA: I have to say that this has been an excellent experience from start to finish. I had the advantage of knowing someone who had already been, who was also very praising of the whole package and everyone involved. He set my expectations well and those expectations have been fully met and at times, exceeded. The preparation and operation was totally professional and looks (x-ray) first class! The aftercare in hospital equally professional and the same in the accommodation – the daily nurse visits and daily physio were great and got me moving well in a very short time. For me it was one of my best decisions and I am now excited about what is going to be possible in just a few months, when my sporting life seemed all but over, just a few weeks ago.”
“I had my knee replacement on the 4th July 2025
The experience from start to finish , has been fantastic! I came on my own as well, but the people I met at the residence have been amazing!
From the 1st meeting with Raoul, to the end result has been second to none! From the driver who met me at the airport, to Susan who met me at the hospital, to the surgeon, the nurses, the staff at the residence, the physiotherapists and everyone else involved, I can’t thank you enough!
Nothing was ever too much trouble!
I’m coming back for knee number 2 within the next year!
Thankyou all again ❤️”
What is knee replacement?
Knee replacement, also known as knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or worn-out knee joint is replaced with an artificial implant. It is commonly performed to relieve chronic knee pain and improve mobility in individuals suffering from conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, knee fractures, or avascular necrosis.
Due to long waiting times and high costs in Canada and the USA, many patients experiencing knee pain are seeking affordable knee replacement surgery overseas.
France has emerged as a top choice for those looking for an effective, safe, and budget-friendly solution to knee replacement surgery abroad.
Our all-inclusive knee replacement package in France offers exceptional value. We provide comprehensive coverage for your entire stay at a leading private hospital in Amiens, located in Northern France.
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Why Canadians should consider Knee Replacement Surgery in France
Why France Is a Smart Choice for Canadian Patients
If you’re a Canadian struggling with knee pain and facing unacceptable wait times, France offers a faster, safer, and more comfortable solution. You don’t need to compromise on care or travel to a destination that potentially lacks strong healthcare regulations. France gives you access to world-class surgery, with no delays and the quality of procedure you deserve.
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If knee pain is affecting your daily life, our team is here to help. Elite Surgery Abroad connects patients from Canada with experienced orthopaedic surgeons and internationally recognised hospitals, helping you access treatment without lengthy waiting times.
Complete the form to receive a personalised consultation, estimated treatment costs, and guidance on your available options. Our patient coordinators will answer your questions and support you throughout the entire process, from your initial enquiry through to your recovery.
Take the first step towards improved mobility and a better quality of life today.
