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Dr Igor Saftic

Cardiothoracic Surgery Bristol

Dr Igor Saftic

11 años de experiencia

4,437+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Igor Saftic at a glance

Dr Igor Saftic is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Bristol, Reino Unido, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 23+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2011). Serves patients in Bristol, Reino Unido and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr. Igor Saftic is an esteemed Consultant Thoracic Surgeon with a wealth of experience spanning over a decade in the field of thoracic surgery. His extensive training covers all facets of thoracic surgery, and he has had the privilege of learning and working in some of the most renowned units in this specialised field, across countries such as Croatia, France, the USA, and the UK.
Dr. Saftic's expertise lies in several key areas, including minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery and lung segmentectomy for malignant diseases, chest wall surgery, and procedures for high-risk patients. Additionally, he offers a comprehensive range of surgical interventions for both benign and cancer-related conditions, including mesothelioma. 
At Spire Bristol Hospital, Dr. Saftic is dedicated to providing patients with a holistic and patient-centred approach to their healthcare journey. His primary goal is to ensure that each patient's experience is as comfortable and seamless as possible, from consultation to treatment.
Dr. Saftic's commitment to enhancing patient outcomes is shown in his collaborations with various specialists in the Bristol, Taunton, Yeovil, Bath, and Gloucester areas. By working closely with a network of experts, he strives to deliver the highest quality of care to his patients.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Saftic is actively involved in medical education. He serves as a teacher and educational supervisor to national trainees, guiding them through their training and fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals. Dr. Saftic's dedication to advancing the field of thoracic surgery extends to his role as a speaker and invited speaker at both national and international conferences. He also contributes his expertise as a teacher in cardiothoracic surgery courses, further solidifying his reputation as a respected leader in the field.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Igor Saftic

Educación y formación

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Bristol (GB)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Bristol (GB)
  3. 2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Carrera y nombramientos

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licencias y seguros

Licencias médicas

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-15042 active · expires 2028-12-31

Certificaciones del consejo

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-F981E5DB · issued 2016 · renewal 2026
Seguro de responsabilidad profesional: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR cobertura · No claims on file

Procedimientos realizados

ProcedimientoCódigoTotal acumulado
GP consultation 99213 1,336
Annual physical exam 99395 1,958
Vaccination administration 90471 1,030
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,553

Servicios y precios

ServicioDuraciónModalidadPrecio
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Consulta, equipo y en práctica

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Igor Saftic in consultation
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Igor Saftic with the team
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Igor Saftic at a conference
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Vídeos

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Investigación y publicaciones

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  1. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Igor Saftic, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2208/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36297931 · citado por 96
  2. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Igor Saftic, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8964/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37731649 · citado por 162
  3. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Igor Saftic, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6006/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33286133 · citado por 100

Conferencias invitadas

  • Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery National Society Meeting · Bristol · 2023 · oral abstract

Premios y afiliaciones

Premios

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Bristol · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Membresías en sociedades

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Desde 2016
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Desde 2016
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Desde 2016

Artículos de este doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery 2026-03-13 · Lectura de 4 min
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery? 2026-01-07 · Lectura de 5 min

Para pacientes internacionales

Coordinador
Patient liaison · igor.saftic@euroclinics.example

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  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verificado
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
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    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verificado
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Igor Saftic's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Igor Saftic treats, with the size of the national pool of Reino Unido doctors offering the same care.

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Igor Saftic specialise in?

    Igor Saftic specialises in Cardiothoracic Surgery in Bristol, GB. 23 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Igor Saftic treat?

    Igor Saftic treats conditions within Cardiothoracic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Igor Saftic practise?

    Igor Saftic practises in Bristol, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Igor Saftic speak?

    Igor Saftic speaks English.

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