Salus Hospital

Salus Hospital - Overview

Salus Hospital is a private Italian-Albanian multispecialty hospital in Tirana. It is unique due to its strong Italian connection, with services often performed by Italian doctors or Albanian doctors trained in Italy, adhering to Italian and European clinical standards. Salus is distinguished by its core values of transparency and patient-centered care.

The hospital’s commitment is also deeply rooted in technological superiority with the most sophisticated operative techniques, including a Total Body Scanner for accurate diagnosis and highly effective treatments and comprehensive health screening.

The hospital’s surgical suite is renowned for its capacity to handle complex, life-saving procedures. The General Surgery department tackles demanding operations in Oncological Surgery, spanning Breast, Colon, Thyroid, Stomach, Pancreatic, and Esophageal Cancer. When patients require expertise in the circulatory system, the Vascular Surgery team provides definitive diagnostic and therapeutic services for diseases like carotid artery stenosis, even in the challenging area of Gastroenterology.

The Donna Salus Clinic provides specialized counselling and support for infertility treatment and genetic diagnosis.

The hospital is officially accredited by Albania’s national accreditation authority (ASCK), confirming that it meets nationally approved standards for quality and patient safety. Located just off the Tirana–Durrës highway, Salus is easily accessible from Tirana International Airport and the city center, making it a convenient choice for international patients coming to Albania for diagnosis, treatment, or medical check-ups.

Salus serves local, expatriate and international patients, combining European medical expertise, modern facilities and generally more competitive prices than many Western European countries.

Centers of Excellence

Salus offers a broad range of specialties, with several key areas that stand out for international patients:

Cardiology & Internal Medicine

Comprehensive diagnostic cardiology and internal medicine services, including structured cardiology check-up programs and chronic disease management.

Orthopedics & Traumatology

Italian and Albanian orthopedic surgeons provide treatment for joint, bone and sports-related problems, with a focus on modern surgical techniques and rehabilitation.

General & Laparoscopic Surgery

A wide spectrum of elective and minimally invasive procedures performed in modern operating theatres, following international surgical standards.

Endocrinology & Diabetes

Recognized in lists of top hospitals in Albania, including for diabetes care. Multidisciplinary management of diabetes and endocrine diseases, with access to laboratory testing and long-term follow-up.

Aero-Medical Center (AeMC)

The Aeromedical Center (AeMC) is the first and only certified centre of its kind in Albania, providing medical examinations and certification for:

• Airline pilots (Class 1)
• Private pilots (Class 2, LAPL)
• Cabin crew
• Air traffic controllers

For international aviation staff or expats working in aviation, this makes Salus a reference point in Albania for aviation professionals who need regular flight-fitness assessments.

Services Available for International Patients

Salus Italian Hospital provides a smooth, well-coordinated experience for international patients, offering pre-arrival medical file reviews, personalized treatment plans with clear cost estimates, and structured check-up programs that can be completed within 1–2 days. Patients who require surgery receive modern inpatient care with full medical monitoring.

A multilingual team assists with all communication, appointment coordination and follow-up—either on site or remotely after the patient returns home. Conveniently located near the Tirana–Durrës highway, the hospital is easily accessible from Tirana International Airport and city hotels, ensuring a comfortable and efficient visit for patients traveling from abroad.