Orthopedic Surgeon for Patients from Târgu Jiu & Gorj County
Patients from Târgu Jiu & Gorj County — Consultations, Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy
I am Dr. Alexandru Grecu, a senior consultant orthopedic surgeon based in Craiova. I regularly see patients from Târgu Jiu and the rest of Gorj county for hip, knee, and shoulder evaluations, for both conservative treatments and surgical procedures.
Book a ConsultationWhy Patients from Gorj County Travel to Craiova
Târgu Jiu and Craiova are approximately 112 km apart, a 2-hour drive on DN66 and DN6. For patients from Gorj County, Craiova is about two hours away, with the consultation, the surgery and the post-operative check-ups all in the same place.
Patients from Gorj county choose our Craiova clinic for several practical reasons: access to joint replacement surgery at MedLife Private Hospital Craiova — with a newly inaugurated multidisciplinary operating theatre; appointments are usually available within 1–3 weeks; the option, depending on the case, of coverage through health insurance — clarified during the consultation; continuity of care — the same doctor from consultation through to surgery and recovery; and transparent costs, discussed openly during the consultation.
For post-operative recovery, there is the Băile Săcelu resort right in Gorj County, as well as Călimănești-Căciulata or Băile Govora — recovery options close to home.
Conditions for which I see patients from Gorj County
Knee
- • Knee replacement (total or partial arthroplasty) for knee osteoarthritis
- • Knee arthroscopy — meniscus tear, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, cartilage damage
- • Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
- • PRP or hyaluronic acid injections
Hip
- • Hip replacement (total arthroplasty) for hip osteoarthritis
- • Hip replacement for avascular necrosis of the femoral head
- • Treatment of hip dysplasia in young adults
- • Intra-articular injections
Other Procedures
- • Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty)
- • Fracture treatment
Hip replacement
Total arthroplasty for hip osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, and adult hip dysplasia.
View service pageKnee arthroscopy
Meniscus tears, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, cartilage damage, ACL reconstruction.
View service pagePRP and hyaluronic acid injections
Regenerative treatment for osteoarthritis and tendinopathies.
View service pageLogistics for Patients from Târgu Jiu
Route
Târgu Jiu → DN66 / DN6 → Craiova. Approximate distance: 112 km / 2h by car, on DN66 and DN6. Alternatives: Târgu Jiu–Craiova train (about 1h 45min); bus (2h 30min).
Clinic / Consultation Location
MedLife Private Hospital Craiova, Str. Științei nr. 2A, 200440 Craiova, Dolj. On-site parking available. Near Auchan Craiova — Electroputere.
For Surgical Procedures
MedLife Private Hospital Craiova, Str. Științei nr. 2A.
Where Patients Travel From
Târgu Jiu, Motru, Țicleni, Bumbești-Jiu, Tismana, Novaci — all within 100–150 km of Craiova.
Consultation with Referral Letter — for Patients from Other Counties
Step 1 — Referral Letter
Your family doctor in Târgu Jiu can provide a referral letter to the Orthopedics and Traumatology specialty. The letter does not need to specify a particular doctor's name.
Step 2 — Booking
Call 0251 960 (MedLife) or +40 787 210 391. Appointments available within 1–3 weeks.
Step 3 — The Consultation
Bring the referral letter, any investigation results. We will discuss your case and I will explain all the options suited to your situation.
Step 4 — The treatment plan
If surgery is needed, we decide together on the appropriate option, including how the costs are covered.
Step 5 — The Private Alternative
If the waiting time is not acceptable, the private option offers surgery scheduling within 2–4 weeks.
Step 6 — Recovery
Post-operative check-ups: 6 weeks + 3 months + 6 months + 12 months.
What to Bring to Your Consultation
Recent X-rays, MRI if available, referral letter from your family doctor (for CAS), and a list of your current medications.
Investigations Done in Târgu Jiu
- Hip and knee X-rays can be done locally (Târgu Jiu County Hospital, private clinics), and the films or CDs can be brought to the consultation.
- The MRI, if recommended, is available at several imaging centers in Târgu Jiu.
- For patients with reduced mobility, a single trip can include both the consultation and any additional imaging assessments done locally near the clinic in Craiova.
About MedLife Private Hospital Craiova
A multidisciplinary hospital inaugurated in 2024–2025, part of the MedLife network. Features a modern operating theatre with two operating rooms, one equipped with a collaborative digital system. It has 87 beds (35 for continuous hospitalization, 7 for ICU, 45 for day-case surgery). 24/7 anesthesia and ICU team. Orthopedics department. Modern rooms, accommodation for family members available.
Frequently Asked Questions from Patients in Gorj County
How often will I need to travel to Craiova?
For a typical joint replacement case: 5–6 trips over one year (1 initial consultation, 1 hospital admission for surgery with 4–6 days of hospitalization, 4 post-operative check-ups at 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months).
Can I have my investigations (X-ray, MRI) done in Târgu Jiu?
Yes, absolutely. X-rays and MRIs can be done locally in Târgu Jiu. Please bring the image CDs and, if available, the radiological films to your consultation.
Is telemedicine available for post-operative check-ups?
For non-complicated cases, yes — we can discuss your progress over the phone or video, especially for intermediate check-ups.
Is accommodation available in Craiova for family members?
There are hotels near MedLife Private Hospital Craiova. The hospital also has companion beds available for accompanying family members.
How are costs and appointments organised in Craiova?
Costs are discussed transparently during the consultation, before any decision. Appointments are usually available within 1–3 weeks.
What should I do if complications arise on my way home?
Upon discharge, you will receive a concrete emergency plan: contact phone numbers, a list of hospitals in Târgu Jiu with emergency orthopedic departments, and warning signs that require immediate medical attention.
Contact
Clinic
Str. Științei nr. 2A, Craiova, Dolj
If you are from Târgu Jiu or another town in Gorj county and need an orthopedic evaluation, book a consultation. We will first discuss your condition and the options that exist — including whether surgery is needed at all. Craiova is the nearest university center; wherever you choose to go, ask the same questions.
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