Hip and knee replacement surgery in Spain

IMED Levante Hospital

Procedures arranged by Cross Border Doctors take place at IMED Levante Hospital in Benidorm, Spain — an internationally accredited private hospital with extensive experience caring for international patients.

About the hospital

IMED Levante is located in Benidorm and serves the Marina Baixa and Marina Alta areas of the Costa Blanca. Following a recent expansion, it is the largest private hospital in the Province of Alicante.

The hospital began its activity in 2004 and is the origin and core of the IMED Hospitales group. It has built a strong reputation in private healthcare, both for national patients and for the large number of international patients who live in or visit the region.

Services and facilities

The hospital offers the main medical and surgical specialties and is continuously updated technologically. For joint replacement patients, it is important that all necessary services are under one roof:

  • Surgical unit with modern operating theatres.
  • Hospitalization and intensive care unit.
  • Diagnostic imaging unit (X-ray, CT, MRI).
  • Physiotherapy unit for post-operative rehabilitation.
  • Clinical laboratory and blood bank.
  • 24-hour emergency services.

Certifications and quality

IMED Levante operates under recognized international quality standards and holds the following certifications and recognitions:

  • QH (Quality Healthcare) recognition for excellence in healthcare, renewed in 2024.
  • ISO 9001 certification for its quality management system.
  • ISO 14001 certification for its environmental management system.
  • ENS (National Security Scheme) certification for digital security across IMED Hospitales.
  • Among the most highly rated hospitals in Spain according to the MERCO ranking.

Hospital certifications

Why this matters for you

Accredited facilities, experienced surgical teams, and comprehensive services — from surgery through rehabilitation — ensure safety and continuity throughout your treatment.

The hospital's extensive experience with international patients means the process is well prepared for patients from abroad, with clear communication and coordinated care at every stage.

More information

You can find more information about the hospital on the IMED Hospitales website: imedhospitales.com.

Contact your care coordinator

Karen will be your main point of contact throughout the entire process—from your first enquiry until you return home after surgery. She manages communication with the surgeon and clinical team, provides guidance at each stage, and assists with everything needed to ensure the process runs as smoothly as possible.

Undergoing joint replacement surgery is a major decision, and it is important to have a trusted person by your side. With Cross Border Doctors, you receive personal service, clear information, and support through every step, so you can move through the process with confidence and full oversight.

Karen Halldórsdóttir
Karen Halldórsdóttir