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Breast reduction in Ukraine typically costs from _op_649_price_from_ to _op_649_price_to_. The final price depends on the surgeon's experience, the procedure's complexity, and the clinic's location. In the US, similar procedures cost around _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Ukraine offers savings of around _price_percent_discount_%. Standard packages usually include surgical fees, anesthesia, hospital stays, and compression garments.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Ukraine offers high-value care with clinics like Dievo Surgery Center holding ISAPS membership. Patients can find exceptional value in Lviv at Vidnova Clinic. Their packages start around $11,650 and include specialized extras like nutritionist-prepared meals. For those seeking highly experienced surgeons, Patlazhan Clinic in Odesa is led by a founder with over 20 years of expertise. These high-volume centers maintain high quality while remaining accessible.

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According to Bookimed, Ukraine is a great destination for breast reduction surgery due to its reputable plastic surgery clinics with highly experienced doctors. Here are some of the top reasons why:

\n"},{"q":"How long does it take to get Breast reduction in Ukraine?","a":"The total time for a breast reduction trip to Ukraine will depend on individual circumstances such as surgery duration and recovery time, but typically ranges from 7-14 days."},{"q":"Which hospital is best for Breast reduction in Ukraine?","a":"

Bookimed's rating has revealed the top 5 hospitals in Ukraine for Breast reduction:

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  1. ADONIS Medical Group - Price: $3826
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  2. Avicenna Med Medical Center
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  3. Medical Club Grace
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  4. Ukrainian Academy of Plastic Surgery
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  5. Perfecto Room
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"},{"q":"Who is the best Breast reduction doctors in Ukraine?","a":"

Bookimed has identified the top doctors in Ukraine who excel in performing Breast reduction:

  1. Andrii Pasichnyk, Plastic Surgery, 25 years experience, with 5.0 reviews score
  2. Hennadii Patlazhan, Plastic Surgery, 25 years experience
  3. Mykola Kuznetsov, Plastic Surgery, 17 years experience
  4. Olga Shkolnaya, Plastic Surgery, 14 years experience
  5. Igor Torubarov, Plastic Surgery, 20 years experience
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