Akromion

Akromion Special Hospital is the largest private hospital for orthopedics and traumatology in Croatia and one of the most respected orthopedic institutions in this part of Europe.

Since opening in 2008, Akromion has built a strong reputation for delivering advanced orthopedic care using the latest medical technologies, highly specialized surgical expertise, and a fully integrated patient-centered approach.

Located in the Dugave district of Zagreb, the hospital provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and rehabilitation for diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system — all in one place.

Comprehensive Orthopedic & Trauma Care

Akromion offers a complete spectrum of orthopedic and trauma procedures, including:

Arthroscopic minimally invasive surgery
Hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow replacement surgery
Sports injury treatment and reconstruction
Fracture repair and trauma surgery
Corrective and reconstructive procedures
Treatment of congenital and acquired deformities
Neurosurgery procedures
Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Advanced radiology and diagnostics

The hospital is especially recognized for its expertise in treating professional athletes and sports injuries, where precision, rapid recovery, and individualized rehabilitation are essential.

Everything in One Place

One of Akromion’s greatest advantages is its fully integrated healthcare model. Patients can complete every stage of treatment within the same institution:

Specialist consultations
Advanced imaging and diagnostics
Surgery
Rehabilitation and physical therapy
Inpatient recovery programs

This seamless process ensures comfort, efficiency, and continuity of care.

Advanced Rehabilitation & Recovery

Akromion combines surgical excellence with modern rehabilitation programs designed to accelerate recovery and improve long-term outcomes.

Patients benefit from:

Individualized rehabilitation plans
Inpatient physical therapy programs
Advanced pain management techniques
A specialized counter-current therapy pool for resistance-based rehabilitation exercises

For patients requiring a longer recovery stay after procedures such as hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, Akromion offers comfortable inpatient accommodation with quality nutrition and supervised therapy programs.

Accommodation options for companions are also available within the hospital complex.

Innovation & Modern Technology

Akromion is equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology, including:

MRI
CT scanning
Digital X-ray
Ultrasound diagnostics

The hospital uses implants from leading global manufacturers and offers personalized prosthesis selection depending on:

Patient age
Activity level
Degree of joint damage

Akromion was also among the first hospitals in Croatia to introduce one-day orthopedic surgery, allowing many minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures to be performed with same-day discharge.

Safer Surgery, Faster Recovery

The hospital applies advanced anesthesia and blood management protocols that significantly improve patient recovery.

By implementing its own transfusion protocol, Akromion reduced the need for donor blood transfusions during hip and knee replacement surgery to below 5%.

Modern regional anesthesia techniques help:

Reduce postoperative pain
Improve early mobility
Accelerate rehabilitation
Why Patients Choose Akromion
Largest private orthopedic hospital in Croatia
Expertise in complex orthopedic and sports injuries
Integrated diagnostics, surgery, and rehabilitation
Modern minimally invasive techniques
Advanced rehabilitation facilities
Personalized patient care and recovery planning
Our Mission

To provide world-class orthopedic and trauma care through innovation, expertise, advanced technology, and comprehensive rehabilitation — helping patients restore mobility, reduce pain, and return to active living.

Akromion — Advanced Orthopedics, Complete Recovery, One Destination.