Thigh Lift 

Have you already purchased the book “Upper Arm and Thigh Lift” for 40 euros in our clinic or online? Then the initial consultation for an aesthetic surgical procedure such as a nose or chin correction is included. An initial consultation usually lasts about 30 minutes. Without the book purchase, the consultation is charged at €250.00; any longer or more detailed consultation (duration not specifically defined) is charged at €300.00.

Even if you have already undergone a thigh lift in another clinic and are dissatisfied with the result, I will be happy to provide you with a second opinion. However, please understand that in this case, a fee of €300 will be charged, which will be credited toward the cost of a corrective surgery should you decide to proceed.

My personal tip for you: Always and in any case obtain a second opinion before undergoing surgery (this is not included with the book purchase).

Inpatient (with overnight stay)

€1,800 to €4,500 – depending on the duration of the surgery, number of overnight stays, room category (suite, single, shared), and hospital.

The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia; therefore, an anesthesiologist must be present during the surgery. The cost for anesthesia varies depending on the duration of the operation, ranging from €900 to €1,800. On average, you can expect approximately €1,300.

Depending on the method used (short or long incision), the surgical fee ranges from €4,500 to €9,000.

When the procedure is performed under general anesthesia

Preoperative preparation includes a blood test (the so-called “comprehensive blood panel”), a chest X-ray, and surgical clearance from a general practitioner or internist. If you are insured in Austria and the procedure is medically indicated, there are no additional costs. The same applies to the surgical clearance provided by a general practitioner or internist who has a contract with one of the standard Austrian health insurance providers. In our medical center, an internist is available as a private physician (Wahlarzt). For consultations with private physicians, insurance typically covers about 50%–75% of the costs.

For 14 days prior to the operation, blood-thinning medications (such as Aspirin, Marcoumar, Vitamin E, etc.) should be discontinued, as they can delay blood clotting. Alcohol and sleeping pills should also be avoided as much as possible, since they reduce the blood’s ability to clot and thereby increase the risk of postoperative bleeding. Smoking should ideally be stopped, as nicotine constricts blood vessels and may lead to wound-healing problems.

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Therefore, the following examinations are required before the procedure:

• Chest X-ray and ECG
• Complete blood count including coagulation profile, blood type, HIV test, and Hepatitis A, B, C
• Surgical clearance by a general practitioner or internist

Please note that all test results must be no older than 10 days at the time of surgery. Bring all documents with you to the hospital on the day of the operation.

On the day of your surgery, please arrive at the hospital 2.5 hours before the scheduled operation and check in at the reception desk. After completing the admission formalities, you will be taken to your room; if desired, you may receive an IV infusion to reduce thirst.

For a thigh lift, a hospital stay of one to three nights is generally required.

• Schedule the surgery date
• Set the surgery date (arrange vacation or time off, plan childcare if necessary, etc.)
• Have the preoperative examinations (blood tests, possibly X-ray, ECG, surgical clearance) performed no earlier than 2 weeks before the operation.
• Preoperative consultation the day before surgery: examination of test results, discussion of final details, and signing of the consent form. A hospital admission form will be provided by the assistant — please complete it and bring it with you to the hospital. The first postoperative check-up appointment will also be scheduled.
• Arrive at the hospital 2.5 hours before the operation for admission formalities. Upon request, a staff member will accompany you and help make the waiting period before surgery more comfortable.
• Discharge from the hospital typically occurs two to four days after the procedure. Please do not drive yourself — take a taxi or arrange for someone to pick you up.
• Rest is essential at home; avoid physically demanding activities.

1. First follow-up appointment (approx. 5–7 days after surgery)
2. Second follow-up appointment (approx. 10 days after surgery): removal of stitches
3. Third follow-up appointment (approx. 20 days after surgery)
4. Fourth follow-up appointment (approx. 30 days after surgery)

• Additional follow-ups after one, two, and six months
• Final follow-up after one year

Follow-up appointments and check-up visits are included in the surgical fee!