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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Radiotherapy in Spain 2024

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Don't Miss Out On Top-Rated Radiotherapy Specials in Spain for March 2024

Best price
Spain, Barcelona
Neurosurgeon - Bartolomé Oliver
48 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Bartolomé Oliver has been practicing since 1979, with training from renowned global institutions.
  • High Surgical Volume: Over 200 Stereotaxic radiosurgery operations performed annually, ensuring proficiency and skill.
  • Renowned Authorship and Lectures: Authored 150 publications and presented 350 reports, highlighting his thought leadership in neurosurgery.
  • International Recognition: Member of prestigious societies such as the European Society of Brain Tumors Neurosurgery and the American Academy of Minimally Invasive Spinal Medicine and Surgery.
  • Convenient Consultations: Offers remote consultations, including second opinions, via Skype for international patients.
  • Comprehensive Package: Stereotaxic radiosurgery Truebeam "Premium" includes consultations with a radiologist, oncologist, and neurosurgeon.
  • State-of-the-Art Technology: Centro Médico Teknon utilizes cutting-edge equipment like CyberKnife and Novalis for non-invasive radiosurgery.
  • Celebrity Trusted: Teknon Hospital is the No.1 choice for celebrities, sportsmen, and politicians, emphasizing its high-quality care.
  • Global Patient Base: Teknon Clinic welcomes patients from all over the world, ensuring diverse experience in handling complex cases.
  • Duration of Stay: No hospital stay required, with a recommendation of a 30-day hotel stay for recovery and follow-up.
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4.7
Package price
$17365
Spain, Madrid
Interventional radiologist - Carmen Rubio
25 years of experience
  • Expertise of Dr. Carmen Rubio: With over two decades of experience since 1999, Dr. Rubio brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to Radiotherapy treatments.
  • Renowned Clinic: Hospital HM Sanchinarro, known for excellence in oncology, welcomes 400,000 patients annually, including international patients from diverse regions.
  • Inclusive Radiotherapy Offer: The Radiotherapy Plus Oncologist Consultation includes vital transfers between the airport and the clinic for convenience.
  • Global Patient Care: Catering to European Commonwealth, Arab League States, and Russian-speaking countries, the clinic is a hub for multicultural medical care.
  • No Hospital Stay Required: The treatment plan is designed for outpatient care, requiring no hospital stay and only a 10-day hotel stay, minimizing disruption to patients' lives.
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Package price
$26048

20 Recent Radiotherapy Reviews in Spain: Check Real Patient Experience

Mansour • Sigmoid adenocarcinoma
Pakistan
Nov 8, 2023

Verified review.
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As a doctor I recommend bookimed
I introduced many patients to other medical tourism companies but most of them were not honest such as Bookinghealth.com they did fraud with our patients so finally I found an excellent company by the name of bookimed.com Iam the client Of bookimed.com since 5 years and all of my patients are satisfied from its staffs and services so as a doctor I recommend bookimed.com to choose as a right a guaranteed company in the term of your health …. Best wishes Dr.Mansoor

Алена • Online Consultation with Pediatric Oncologist
Germany
Dec 18, 2023

Verified review.
The coordinator Yulia is an excellent specialist
I would like to thank the Bookimed team for the perfectly organized consultation with the doctor. The coordinator Yulia is an excellent specialist, I felt support at all stages!
I liked absolutely everything, starting from the first application on the site, consultation with specialist Yulia and further support. Julia was always in touch, I received answers to my questions on time. The meeting with the doctor and translator was perfectly organized, taking into account all our wishes!

Daniel • Prostate cancer
France
Sep 9, 2022

Verified review.
The doctor was very understanding and provided excellent care
I appreciated the punctuality, efficiency and friendliness of the nursing and administrative staff.

Karen • Mammography
United States of America
May 17, 2022

Verified review.
I saw Dr
From the minute I was inquiring about an appointment through to an entire 2 hours of tests, I felt completely taken care of. Being in a foreign country where it’s not your first language can be daunting when needing healthcare. My healthcare navigator Leen was so wonderful. She brought me to each doctor or department, got me situated and was also my translator. She was kind, compassionate & so incredibly helpful. I was incredibly grateful to have her by my side. I saw Dr. Bassols who was incredibly warm, knowledgeable and put my fears at ease. The other technicians were also wonderful and caring. I highly recommend the staff and care I received at Centro Medico Teknon and the team from bookimed that connected me to them. Thank you everyone!!
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Алла • Online Consultation with Oncologist
Ukraine
Jun 25, 2021

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Impressions from the organization of consultations are only positive
We are still at the beginning of the journey, but the impressions from the organization of consultations and the doctor himself are only positive.

Georges • Prostate cancer
Belgium
Jun 8, 2021

Verified review.
The results were amazing and I'm satisfied with the treatment
Consultation was really helpful and seriously managed. Bookimed was trustworthy and quite efficient.
About Bookimed service
Trustworthy and quite efficient.

Elena • Sarcoma
Romania
Feb 21, 2020

Verified review.
It is difficult when we get a bad diagnosis but it's so much better when we meet kind, efficient, operative and professional doctors and assistants
It is dificult when we get a bad diagnosis but it's so much better when we meet kind, efficient, operative and profesional doctors and assistants. I had all the support I could get in the proccess of my consultation and treatment. Great team! Thank you!
About Bookimed service
Yes, absolutly

Инна • Prostate cancer
Russian Federation
Feb 11, 2020

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Dr
Many thanks to Bookimed and everyone who helped organize an urgent visit to the clinic and coordinate all the procedures. I am also very grateful for the help in booking the hotel and the support of Catherine, Daria and Ostap, human participation is incredibly important.

Евгения • Breast cancer
Russian Federation
Feb 4, 2020

Verified review.
I was amazed by the results
Satisfied with the consultation and look forward to more detailed answers.

Anonymous • Oncology
Spain
Feb 3, 2020

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Everything went at the highest level, as expected
Everything went at the highest level, as expected. Natalya, the clinic manager, really liked it, and overall everything went well. We are planning a return visit.

Radiotherapy Overview in Spain

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How it works
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Surgery Time - 30 hours
Stay in the country - 10 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Verified patient reviews - 20
Requests processed - 46119
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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Transfer from the airport to the clinic.
  • Accommodation arrangements finalized.
  • Language assistance provided if required.

Day 2 - Pre-operation

  • Consultation with a specialist for evaluation.
  • Complete blood count with cancer markers is conducted.
  • A proteinogram test is performed.

Day 3 to Day 5 - Radiotherapy Process

  • Explanation of the radiotherapy process by specialist.
  • Radiotherapy sessions begin, usually last 1-2 hours.
  • Anesthesia is not typically required for radiotherapy.

Day 6 - Post-operation

  • Observation and rest at the clinic.
  • Additional procedures if needed based on individual case.

Week 1 to Week 4 - Rehabilitation

  • Recovery process begins, doctor"s visits continue.
  • Regular checkups to monitor progress.
  • Return to work and other activities after 4 weeks.
  • Final results visible post this period.

Please note that each patient"s case is different and the above is a general guideline. The exact process may vary based on individual health conditions.

What patients like:

  1. Cost. The Radiotherapy cost in Spain varies from 17365$ to 26048$. Compared to the US, where the average cost is $20,000, Spain offers an attractive, more affordable option.
  2. Doctor’s professionalism. Spanish doctors, often members of esteemed organizations, have a high reputation. They demonstrate exceptional skills and knowledge in Radiotherapy.
  3. Service level. Patients appreciate the attentive, professional service. From initial consultation to post-treatment care, the level of service is commendable.
  4. Radiotherapy efficacy. Modern techniques used in Spain yield effective results. Patients report satisfaction with the outcomes.
  5. Logistics. The process is streamlined, from airport pick-up to accommodation. This ease of logistics is highly appreciated by patients.

What patients don't like:

  1. Waiting time. Despite efficient services, some patients report long waiting times for appointments and procedures.
  2. Language Barrier. While staff are generally multilingual, some patients encounter minor communication issues.
  3. Follow-up care. Patients have noted that remote post-treatment care could be improved, with quicker response times from medical professionals.

How Much Does Radiotherapy Cost in Spain? Find Out Now

updated 3/25/2024
The average cost of Radiotherapy in Spain ranges from 17365$ to 26048$. The offers include a consultation with an oncologist, transfer airport-clinic-airport, and radiotherapy, but accommodation is not included.
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Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Oncology Hospital
Stereotactic Radiosurgery / Healthy Tissues Sparing High dose Radiation Therapy
2.0 Good 2 reviews
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What is important to know about radiotherapy?

  • The latest generation radiotherapy devices are the most accurate and safe. They are equipped with a 3D imaging system that delivers the radiation beam with an accuracy of 0.5 mm, so the impact on healthy tissue is minimal. For comparison, the accuracy of irradiation using old installations is a few cm.
  • The newer the equipment, the higher the effectiveness of radiation therapy. Devices of 2003-2008 were installed in domestic clinics, 2013-2018 in foreign ones.
  • Irradiation on the device of the latest generation will pass quickly. 1 session takes 10-15 minutes. For comparison, radiotherapy with older devices lasts 30-60 minutes.
  • The cost of radiation therapy abroad is not always higher. The price of radiation therapy on a linear accelerator of the latest generation in a foreign clinic can be the same as with the help of an old one in a domestic hospital.

The directory lists the best clinics for radiation therapy. The rating is based on the choice of our patients. Leave a request on the website so that a Bookimed coordinating doctor will contact you at a convenient time for you. He will answer your questions, tell you about the features of the procedure, guide you on the cost of treatment and help you choose the best medical center for your case. You do not pay for Bookimed services.

Discover the Best Radiotherapy Clinics in Spain: 9 Verified Options and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 20 reviews to pick the right Radiotherapy clinic for you.
Centro Médico Teknon
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Spain, Barcelona
4.7
Excellent
• 384 reviews

Radiation therapy is performed at the Center for Radiation Oncology in Teknon Hospital. The doctors who carry out radiotherapy are called radiation oncologists.

Teknon Radiotherapy Center is the 1st medical facility to provide the Real-time monitoring system for achieving the highest accuracy during the procedure.

Specialists of the Center are the only radio-oncologists in Spain and South Europe to use micro-multislice linear accelerator for an accurate treatment of brain and vascular tumors.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019 certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurology certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice for Epilepsy treatment certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
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Mansour • Nov 8, 2023
I introduced many patients to other medical tourism companies but most of them were not honest such as Bookinghealth.com they did fraud with our patients so finally I found an excellent company by the name of bookimed.com Iam the client Of bookimed.com since 5 years and all of my patients are satisfied from its staffs and services so as a doctor I recommend bookimed.com to choose as a right a guaranteed company in the term of your health …. Best wishes Dr.Mansoor
4.7
384 reviews
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Stereotactic radiosurgery Truebeam, package "Premium"
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Hospital HM Sanchinarro
Spain, Madrid
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Hospital HM Sanchinarro is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Madrid, Spain. The clinic's team specializes in neurosurgery, oncology, urology, and surgery. 400,000 patients choose Hospital HM Sanchinarro for medical care every year, mainly from Europe & Commonwealth, Arab League States, and Russian-speaking countries. The highly experienced team of specialists, headed by Dr. Carmen Rubio, offers Radiotherapy in Spain with a package of services. It includes consultation with an oncologist, transfer airport-clinic-airport, and 10 days stay in a hotel. Hospital HM Sanchinarro provides advanced and quality medical services, making it a great choice for those who are looking for Radiotherapy in Spain.

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accreditations:

European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Hospital HM Sanchinarro
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Hospital HM Sanchinarro
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SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
Spain, Barcelona
4.8
Excellent
• 38 reviews

Hospital Sant Joan de Déu (Barcelona, Spain) accepts children for treatment from the infant age to 21. The Hospital belongs to Top-5 medical institutions in Europe and is recognized as the most authoritative one in the field of pediatric oncology treatment. The Center has its own Laboratory for Molecular Medicine where innovative therapeutic methods are developed.

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Bookimed Award: Best pediatric hospital certificate for SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
Алена • Dec 18, 2023
I would like to thank the Bookimed team for the perfectly organized consultation with the doctor. The coordinator Yulia is an excellent specialist, I felt support at all stages!
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Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Spain, Barcelona
4.3
Good
• 6 reviews

Quiron Barcelona Hospital is one of the leading clinics in Spain, strong suit of which is The Baselga Institute of Oncology. It makes progressive cancer researches in cooperation with American oncological centers. The clinic involves the latest equipment and the most experienced doctors in Spain. Diagnostic and therapeutic manipulations here combine maximum accuracy and efficiency and the personnel are ready to satisfy needs even of the most demanding patients.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Надежда Sergiyenko • Jun 11, 2019
The format is quite simple, everything is accessible and understandable, the doctor is very qualified. I will not say that we talked about clinical studies, there was no definitive information. We are happy, time has been spent, the translator also translated everything correctly. The doctor explained everything popularly, we received an answer to all the questions we asked. I believe that what you are doing is very important and useful for people who need help.
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Quironsalud Madrid
Spain, Madrid
4
Good
• 3 reviews

Quirónsalud Madrid is the top clinic in Spain and Europe, the largest among Quirónsalud centers by the annual number of patients served.

Specialization ― oncology, neurosurgery, heart surgery, plastic surgery, and IVF.

Quiron Madrid research team carries out studies in the treatment of cancer and neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's diseases). There is an opportunity to be treated for free as a participant in clinical trials in case of meeting requirements.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Quironsalud Madrid
Karen • Nov 21, 2021
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HM Hospitales
Spain, Madrid
4.6
Excellent
• 16 reviews

HM Hospitales is a group of 7 medical centers in Madrid which provide medical services in all specialties. Includes 4 comprehensive centers for oncology treatment, neurosciences, cardiovascular surgery, and fertility.

In 2018, was awarded by the Spanish Society of Health Informatics (SEIS) for revolutionized patient care and significant technological solutions in the healthcare sector.

Annually the HM medical team serves around 75K inpatients and 2.3M outpatients.

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accreditations:

European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for HM Hospitales
TÜV AG Сompany Research & Investing Certificate certificate for HM Hospitales
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for HM Hospitales
Наталья • Sep 25, 2019
I turned to Bookimed for a second independent opinion, I didn’t expect anything, but I was pleasantly surprised by the speed and cramming of the coordinating doctors Katya Koliko and Olga Krisyuk. We organized a video consultation with the HM clinic in Spain, everything went as planned, the doctor wrote what needs to be done at the moment and treatment options. Thank !
4.6
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Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Spain, Barcelona
4.6
Excellent
• 5 reviews

Clinic HM Nou Delfos is a comprehensive medical-surgical center in Barcelona, which is a part of the largest network in Spain – HM Hospitals. HM Delfos specializes in surgery, oncology, orthopedics, cardiology, gynecology, urology, neurology including diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy. The clinic is equipped with the very latest devices for diagnostics and treatment: EOS for high-precision images of the musculoskeletal system, CT and MRI, two units for radiotherapy of tumors without surgery.

The clinic has also the agreement with Institut Guttmann, neurorehabilitation hospital with JCI, AQU Catalunya, and ISO quality certificates for rehabilitation.

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accreditations:

European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Наталья Goncharova • Sep 6, 2019
I really liked Dr. Kones, carefully asked everything, explained everything. Elena was also attentive and in detail translated. The consultation was held in a calm and friendly atmosphere. Thanks a lot, everyone.
4.6
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GenesisCare Clinics
Spain, Madrid
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GenesisCare is network of clinics specialized  in high technology radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The network includes 300 clinics located in Australia, USA, Spain, UK and China. GenesisCare specialists treat all types of cancer in clinics equipped by latest generations machines for external beam radiotherapy, tomotherapy, CyberKnife, brachytherapy etc.

 

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Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
Spain, Pamplona
5
Excellent
• 6 reviews

Clinica Universidad de Navarra (CUN) is the best private Spanish hospital in 2018 according to MERCO (monitoring organization of medical reputation).

Navarra is a leading sarcoma center. 74% of patients get cured of bone sarcoma; and in up to 95% of cases, an affected limb is preserved.

Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Organ Transplant, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery are the primary specialties in Navarra Hospital.

Hospital de Navarra is the 1st in Spain that has received JCI, the US certificate for the high quality of medical services.

Over 700,000 patients from 70 countries have been treated at Navarra.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
European Society for Medical Oncology certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
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Daniel • Sep 9, 2022
I appreciated the punctuality, efficiency and friendliness of the nursing and administrative staff.
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Get a Medical Assessment for Radiotherapy in Spain: Select Your Expert from 3 Experienced Doctors

Raimon Miralbell
Spain, Barcelona
Raimon Miralbell
Radiation oncologist
41 years of experience
Centro Médico Teknon
Professor Raimon Miralbell is a world-renowned expert in radiation oncology, prostate cancer in particular. Cooperates with CERN (The European Organization for Nuclear Research). Specialty Professor Raimon Miralbell specializes in focused radiosurgery (Gammaknife, Cyberknife, SIRT, IMRT), prostate cancer treatment with radiotherapy. Work experience Since 1999 — Head of the Radiation Oncology Department at Centro Médico Teknon Education 1979-1984 — The University Hospital of Sant Pau (Spain) — Degree in general medicine, training in radiation oncology 1983 — The Radiation Therapy Department in the Royal Marsden Hospital (UK) — Training 1985 — The Radiation Oncology Department at the City of Hope National Medical Center (USA) — Internship 1987-1989 — The Harvard Cyclotron Laboratory (USA) — Research fellow. 1997 — The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Geneva (Switzerland) — Doctor in medicine and surgery. Award Varian Award for Radiation Oncology of the Swiss Society of Radiobiology and Medical Physics Scientific research Has written over 100 scientific publications. Provides studies of image guided radiotherapy, advanced prostate cancer treatment in the elderly, proton therapy. Membership in organizations The Swiss Society of Radiation Oncology. Read more
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Begona Mellado Gonzalez
Spain, Barcelona
Begona Mellado Gonzalez
Clinical oncologist
6 years of experience
Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Academic Education:Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery. University of Barcelona.Doctor in medicine. University of Barcelona. Extraordinary prize for doctoral thesis.Training in translational research thanks to a post-doctoral stay at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (New York, USA).Professional Experience:Medical Oncologist specialized in urological cancer. Her areas of expertise are prostate cancer, kidney, bladder and urinary tract cancer, and testicular cancer.She currently works as a Senior Consultant in the Medical Oncology Service of the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, ​​where she is responsible for urological cancer. At HM Delfos, from Medical Oncology, she is responsible for the care of patients with urological cancer, from a multidisciplinary approach in coordination with the different specialists (urology, radiotherapy, pathology) through joint work and the Tumor Committee. She is also responsible for the introduction of new therapies and the development of clinical trial projects in this area.Scientific and Teaching Activity:Associate Professor of the Faculty of Medicine of the Clinical Hospital. University of Barcelona. Teaching in the subject of Medical Oncology, of the 5th year of the Degree in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Barcelona. She has been the director of several Final Degree projects for medical students in ​​urological cancer.Teacher and Director of the subject "Prostate Cancer" of the Master of Biomedicine. University of Barcelona.Teacher and Director of the subject "Comprehensive management of the uro-oncological patient", of the Master of Uro-Oncology of Advanced Medical Competences. University of Barcelona. Direction of several doctoral theses on prostate cancer.Extensive experience in the training of Residents in Medical Oncology at the Clinical Hospital de Barcelona.Extensive teaching experience in scientific courses and symposiums.Internship tutor for students of the Master in Art Therapy at Escuela Metáfora. Art therapy in cancer patients at Hospital Clinic.Coordinator of Mindfulness training workshops in Oncology.Clinical research:   Extensive experience as principal investigator of multiple clinical trials, phase I, II and III, of new therapies in urological cancer.Translational research: Researcher at the August Pi i Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBAPS). Leader of the Prostate Cancer working group, within the Translational Genomics Laboratory and Targeted Therapy in Solid Tumors. Her fundamental line of research is based on the investigation of resistance mechanisms to prostate cancer treatments and the study of biomarkers that allow progress towards personalized medicine in this disease.She has published more than 140 scientific articles in international journals.Areas of Professional Interest:Her interest as a professional is to provide the best care for patients with urological cancer from all areas: the best care on an individual basis and offer them the best available treatment or the possibility of having access to new treatments within clinical trials. In addition, she has a great interest in promoting comprehensive care for patients and their families. Read more
Lopez Ibor
Spain, Madrid
Lopez Ibor
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
30 years of experience

accreditations:

University of Maryland
Hospital HM Monteprincipe
The prestigious Dr. López-Ibor has a degree in Medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid and a doctorate from the University of Barcelona. Specialist in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology from the University of Maryland (United States), she is an expert in the treatment of bone and brain tumors, as well as in leukemia and hematological diseases. With more than two decades of experience, he currently directs the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Unit of the HM Montepríncipe Hospital, where children and adolescents are cared for. Previously, he held the same position at the Hospital Universitario Clínica San Rafael. In addition, she is the author of numerous national and international scientific publications.Read more
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FAQ about Radiotherapy in Spain

What is the essence of radiation therapy and why is it performed?

The main task of radiation therapy (radiotherapy) is to destroy cancer cells. This is due to exposure to radiation, which destroys their DNA.

The location of the tumor and the stage of the disease affect the goal of radiation therapy. Depending on this, the following types of procedures are distinguished:

  • Therapeutic. As the only method of treatment, radiation therapy is used:
    • with neoplasms that are difficult to access for surgery;
    • in the early stages of some types of cancer;
    • in oncohematological diseases, when it is necessary to irradiate the entire body.
  • Neoadjuvant is preoperative radiation. Doctors perform it to reduce the neoplasm and preserve tissues as much as possible during the operation.
  • Adjuvant - postoperative therapy. Destroys metastases (secondary tumors) and cancer cells that remained after the intervention in the area of the removed neoplasm.
  • Intraoperative - in some cases, replaces adjuvant radiotherapy. Doctors perform it during surgery after removing the visible part of the tumor to destroy the remaining cancer cells.
  • Palliative - indicated for patients with large inoperable neoplasms in the advanced stages of cancer to relieve symptoms.

What determines the cost of radiation therapy?

Factors that affect the cost of radiotherapy:

  • Tumor localization. The price will be higher if the tumor is located near large vessels or nerves and requires special accuracy and complexity of beam adjustment.
  • Dose, number of irradiated zones and sessions. The more of them, the higher the price of radiotherapy.
  • Selected country and clinic. The cost of radiotherapy in different countries can vary several times. For example, 1 course in Turkey costs from $3,068, and in Spain - from $9,371. This is due to the difference in pricing policies for medical services in states. Prices for radiation for cancer in different hospitals in the same country depend on the type of facility (private/public) and class
  • Additional medical services. These include the cost of tickets to the selected country, transfer from / to the airport, translation services, accommodation. In some clinics, the services of a Russian-speaking coordinator, translator, transfer and accommodation are included in the cost of treatment. Check with the Bookimed coordinating doctor when choosing a medical center.

How much does a course of radiation therapy cost?

The table shows the estimated cost of a course of radiation therapy in different countries. Prices in some countries differ by several times, while the leading clinics of all these countries have the latest devices of the latest generation.

The country

The cost of radiation therapy

Turkey

from $3 068

South Korea

from $3 500

China

from $4 450

India

from $6 100

Israel

from $8 000

Germany

from $8 367

Spain

from $9 371

How to arrange treatment?

The page presents the leading clinics around the world, which have the latest devices for radiation therapy. You can sort medical centers by cost, recommendations and patient reviews. Leave a request on the website so that the Bookimed coordinating doctor will contact you at a convenient time for you. He will answer your questions about treatment, tell you how much a course of radiation therapy costs in your case, guide you to the leading clinics, and sign up for the procedure.

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Where can I read reviews of radiotherapy?

You can read the reviews about radiotherapy left by Bookimed patients in the clinic cards on this page. Here is one of them. He was left by a woman whose aunt was undergoing radiation therapy at the Solingen clinic in Germany.

Good afternoon everyone! The bookimed company helped a lot in solving the terrible misfortune that happened in my family - this is cancer, namely the consultant Koval Ivan, gave hope for my aunt's recovery. A few words about how bookimed advised us with the hospital: we submitted an application with a specific problem, and on the same day consultant Ivan called us back, exactly one day later we were offered three options for hospitals in Europe with a full description of doctors and the cost of treatment. A week later, we were already in Germany for an appointment with Professor Dr. Hensch, the consultation was held at a very high level. Now my aunt is being treated and I am sure that the treatment will be successful.)) I think my aunt will tell you in more detail after she has fully recovered. Personally, on behalf of myself and all of my family, I want to say a HUGE thank you to Bookimed and Ivan for the quality work.

Inna

What do Bookimed patients look for when choosing a clinic?

When choosing a medical center for radiation therapy, you need to pay attention to:

  • Year of manufacture of the device. The newer the unit, the more accurate, effective and safer the radiotherapy will be. Therefore, choose a clinic that uses units no older than 2013.
  • Qualified radiation oncologist. Leading experts in this field have at least 15 years of practical experience. It is important that he has regular fellowships in other countries (eg USA) and is a member of international organizations such as the American Society of Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) and the European Association for Radiation Therapy and Oncology ( ESTRO ).

What are the types of radiation therapy?

Depending on the method of irradiation, the following types of procedures are distinguished:

Remote (external) radiation therapy

Doctors irradiate the tumor using a special device - a linear accelerator, which is located at a distance from the patient and produces radiation beams.

The Cancer Research UK charitable organization distinguishes the following types of remote radiotherapy:

  • 3D-conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT) - the device creates a three-dimensional model of the neoplasm and acts on it from different angles;
  • Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) - allows you to accurately calculate the doses of radiation required for each of the areas of the tumor, and adjust the beam to the shape of the tumor.
  • Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) – During the procedure, the machine takes CT scans of the tumor. Thanks to this, the doctor can correct the position of the patient's body and accurately direct the radiation beam to the neoplasm.
  • Hypofractional stereotactic radiotherapy (SBRT) is an exposure of a neoplasm to a high dose of radiation. The procedure is only indicated for certain forms of cancer (eg, liver, lung, spine).
  • Proton beam therapy - during such treatment, the destruction of cancer cells occurs due to a beam of protons. The radiation dose is lower than with other types of radiotherapy.

Contact radiation therapy (brachytherapy)

Doctors place a source of radiation (needles, capsules, seeds) inside or near the tumor. The substance affects the neoplasm locally and does not harm the body as a whole.

Radionuclide therapy

The patient takes an oral or intravenous drug with radiation that accumulates in malignant cells. Radionuclide methods of irradiation include radioiodine therapy.

How is radiation therapy performed?

external beam radiation therapy

This is a painless procedure that does not require anesthesia. Moreover, if the patient is a child, doctors use special sedatives that calm him down and allow him to lie still during the irradiation session.

During the procedure, the patient is on a special couch. His body is given the necessary position and fixed to avoid displacement. If necessary, also fix the head with a special mesh.

Brachytherapy

It is performed under local or general anesthesia. The doctor places radioactive grains into the organ with special needles. He controls the course of the procedure using ultrasound.

Radioiodine therapy

Under the supervision of a doctor, the patient takes a capsule with an individual dose of radioiodine , which is selected according to the results of the examination. The radionuclide does not harm the patient's body, but may affect the health of others. Therefore, for 3-7 days he remains in an individual ward with a special ventilation system.

What side effects and complications can occur after irradiation?

After remote radiation therapy, the patient may experience systemic complications associated with the general condition, and local ones in the area in which the radiotherapy took place.

Local

Systemic

burns

Weakness

Fragility of blood vessels

Violation of hematopoiesis

Small focal hemorrhages

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Ulceration of the irradiated surface

Hair loss, brittle nails

How long does treatment last at Bookimed partner clinics?

The mode of radiation therapy depends on its type:

  • Duration of 1 session of remote radiation therapy is 10-45 minutes. The course takes, on average, 2 weeks (5 procedures each). The number of courses is individual for each patient. Doctors determine the need for hospitalization according to the general state of health. In some cases, a single irradiation of the tumor (radiosurgery) is indicated.
  • Brachytherapy takes 1.5 hours, hospitalization after it - 2 days.
  • After taking radioactive iodine, the patient stays in the clinic for an average of 7 days.
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