Xiamen Humanity Hospital
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery in China typically costs from $34,500 to $59,000. Total expenses depend on the choice of electrode manufacturer, unilateral versus bilateral implantation, and the specific hospital tier. Patients save around 48% compared to the US, where this procedure costs $90,000 on average. Standard packages often include stereotactic electrode implantation, SEEG monitoring, MRI scans, and hospitalization.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a "Class A" facility like Yanda International Hospital provides JCI-accredited safety. Medical travelers can find specialized neurosurgery packages around $43,900 at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. These deals are impressive because they bundle 15 days of hospitalization and SEEG monitoring. This level of extended post-op care is rare in Western hospitals at this price. Look for clinics led by experts like Professor Yao Yi for complex functional neurosurgery.
| China | Turkey | Austria | |
| Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery | from $34,500 | from $28,000 | from $45,000 |
| Medication treatment for Parkinson's disease | from $3,800 | from $1,000 | from $2,000 |
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Please note that each patient"s recovery timeline varies based on individual circumstances and the specifics of their DBS surgery. Always consult your doctor for personalized advice.
Leading physician at Eber Perennial Brain Hospital with expertise in integrative traditional Chinese and Western medicine approaches.
35+ years specializing in functional neurosurgery – Professor Yao Yi leads the Epilepsy Center at Xiamen Humanity Hospital.
Dr. Shao Ming introduced propofol for the Wada test in China, improving surgical safety. His work on epilepsy was featured in The Journal of Neuroscience.
Professor Zheng Wei Hong leads the Neurology Department at Xiamen Humanity Hospital, specializing in complex movement disorders.
Written by Kateryna Zamkovska