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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Radiotherapy in 2024

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Turkey, Istanbul
Radiation oncologist - Esra Kaytan Saglam
32 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Esra Kaytan Saglam has been practicing since 1992, offering over 30 years of experience in Radiotherapy.
  • World-Class Facility: Memorial Şişli Hospital is JCI-accredited, recognized globally for high-quality treatment, and is the first in Turkey to receive such accreditation.
  • State-of-the-Art Radiotherapy: Patients receive treatment with Truebeam STX technology, which represents modern advances in Radiotherapy.
  • Comprehensive Care Package: The offer includes airport-hotel-clinic transfers and a 7-day hotel stay, ensuring a comfortable treatment experience.
  • International Recognition: Memorial Şişli Hospital attracts patients from 92 countries, highlighting its authority and success in medical achievements, including a 90% success rate in organ transplants.
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4.6
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$7800
$7250
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Turkey, Eskisehir
Neurosurgeon - Gokhan Kurt
28 years of experience
  • Exceptional experience and qualifications of Dr. Gokhan Kurt, with a career starting in 1996, numerous accolades, and specialized training in Gamma Knife Radio-Surgery and Epilepsy Surgery.
  • All-inclusive medical package for Glioma, which covers comprehensive diagnostics, consultations, anesthesia, post-op medications, and even hotel and airport transfers.
  • Personalized Glioma treatment at HEALTH&MORE Clinic, leveraging their dedication to neurosurgery with modern infrastructure and state-of-the-art medical equipment.
  • Global recognition and expertise, with HEALTH&MORE Clinic being a leading institution for neurosurgery, attracting patients worldwide for complex procedures like Glioma surgery.
  • Comprehensive care and convenience with a 7-day hospital stay and a 7-day hotel accommodation, ensuring comfort and support throughout the treatment journey.
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$27500
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
$17437

22 Recent Radiotherapy Reviews: Check Real Patient Experience

Максим Гришай • Breast cancer
Ukraine
Jul 3, 2019

Verified review.
Thank you Zulfie for the translation
Thank you Irada from the international department for arranging treatment. Everything went at the highest level. Thank you Zulfie for the translation. Thanks to Dr. Pelin BASIM and Dilek Ünal for their professionalism and support.

Лилия Moseichuk • Rectal cancer
Ukraine
Mar 1, 2019

Verified review.
I am on treatment in the clinic medipol
I am on treatment in the clinic medipol. The level of service and professionalism is very high.

Anonymous • Basalioma
Russian Federation
Jan 24, 2019

Verified review.
"Clinic definitely recommend
When they learned what was needed in the clinic, they didn’t even know where to run and whom to contact. Coordinators helped to select a clinic. They gave us a doctor. Everything went great, the doctor is a true professional.  Separately, I want to note the attitude to patients. We were met at the airport, brought to the clinic and there was already a translator waiting. Literally "by the hand" we were taken to the doctors, everyone translated. Then they provided a taxi to the hotel.   During the operation, the ward was provided for two people - for the patient and the attendant; both of them were included in the cost of the operation.   After surgery, the doctor held a consultation, making sure that you can fly back. And only then answered questions remotely that arose.  Clinic definitely recommend

Anonymous • Colon cancer
Belarus
Nov 1, 2018

Verified review.
The people who met us at the clinic also made the most positive impression
We are very grateful for the help to the Bookimed coordinators, in particular Svetlana Kalinichenko. Thanks to her efficiency, we got everything we wanted in the shortest possible time! The people who met us at the clinic also made the most positive impression. With them there is a feeling that you really genuinely care about!

Александр Геннадьевич Кузин • Sarcoma
Russian Federation
Aug 29, 2018

Verified review.
Everything is clear and reasonable
Immediately I will note not the intrusive and at the same time "essentially" made by Alena presentation of the clinic. And really everything turned out to be as they described to me: the doctor explained how he sees my situation, what kind of opinion of Moscow doctors he agrees with, and what does not and what he proposes to do. Everything is clear and reasonable.

Алена • Breast cancer
Canada
Jul 12, 2018

Verified review.
Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff
Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff. Price and quality are justified

Anonymous • Breast cancer
Uganda
Jun 13, 2018

Verified review.
I would strongly recommend it to other people looking for medical care
I am very happy with the treatment I've so far received at Bumrungrad International Hospital. Beginning last year, I've made three separate visits for treatment at the hospital. The staff are extremely professional and efficient using very modern equipment. The cost of treatment is competitive. I would strongly recommend it to other people looking for medical care.

Anonymous • Tongue cancer
Kazakhstan
Nov 7, 2018

Verified review.
Doctors seemed professional
Doctors seemed professional. Low quality translation from Turkish to Russian and vice versa. For some reason, after PET KT (perhaps a coincidence), upon returning home, it was sharply worse. We had to urgently operate, although Turkish oncologists did not see the need for an operation, but offered to wait a month.

Saniya Abdulova • Pituitary adenoma
Kazakhstan
Apr 29, 2019

Verified review.
The Liv Hospital Clinic confused my diagnosis. Within two hours, I thought I had cancer.  I immediately wrote to them, the answer came in two and a half hours, as they had no time to double-check. During all this time, my family and I went crazy with horror. Now they wrote to me that the translators were wrong. But pituitary adenoma is spelled the same in all languages. A malignant formation of the parotid gland is a completely different diagnosis.

Radiotherapy Overview

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How it works
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patients recommend -
87%
Surgery Time - 30 hours
Stay in the country - 10 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Verified patient reviews - 22
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Types of Radiotherapy
  • This therapy is a high-powered radiation technique for treating cancer with high accuracy and speed.

  • This therapy targets tumors with precise radiation, avoiding damage to surrounding tissues.

  • Tomotherapy - from 10000$

    This therapy is a cutting-edge radiation treatment, precisely targeting tumors while reducing harm to nearby healthy tissue.

  • This therapy selectively targets brain tumors, using precise radiation to eliminate cells while sparing surrounding tissue.

  • This procedure uses high-energy rays to destroy colorectal cancer cells, an effective and targeted treatment method.

  • This therapy aims to destroy brain tumors using high-energy rays, reducing symptoms and improving survival rates.

  • This therapy aims to destroy throat cancer cells using high-energy radiation, improving survival and symptom control.

  • This therapy targets prostate tumors with radiation, annihilating cancer cells while preserving healthy tissue.

  • This therapy aims to kill cancer cells in the lungs using high-energy x-rays.

  • This therapy aims to eliminate cancer cells in the breast using controlled radiation.

  • This therapy targets damaging uterine cancer cells, involving multiple sessions of radiation, often resulting in high success rates.

  • A non-invasive procedure uses high-energy beams to destroy cervical cancer cells.

  • This therapy kills stomach cancer cells using high-energy rays, offering a targeted, non-surgical treatment option.

  • This therapy targets cancer cells in testicles using high-energy beams, destroying them while sparing healthy tissue.

  • This therapy uses high-energy rays to destruct kidney cancer cells, providing a non-surgical, targeted treatment option.

  • This therapy targets esophageal cancer cells with high-energy rays, destroying them while sparing healthy tissues.

  • This therapy targets harmful cells in the bowel, eliminating them with precise, high-energy rays to combat cancer.

  • The therapy uses high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells, targeting only the ovaries, thus minimizing side effects.

  • This therapy targets and destroys sarcoma cells, using controlled radiation, preserving surrounding tissue, for effective, non-invasive treatment.

  • This therapy uses high-energy rays to destroy or shrink malignant cells, sparing healthy brain tissue.

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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.

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updated 3/16/2024
The average price of Radiotherapy is $14637, the minimum price is $4000, and the maximum price is $27500.
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Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Oncology Hospital
Stereotactic Radiosurgery / Healthy Tissues Sparing High dose Radiation Therapy
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$4500
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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: 105 Verified Options and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 22 reviews to pick the right Radiotherapy clinic for you.
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.6
Excellent
• 243 reviews

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of the most reputable multidisciplinary medical centers in the world. It offers quality treatment for cancer, bone marrow transplant, in vitro fertilization (IVF), neurosurgery, and organ transplant. Patients from 92 countries trust Memorial Şişli with their medical needs. It is also the only hospital in Turkey offering Radiotherapy procedure, which is provided by Doctor Esra Kaytan Saglam. It includes consultation with a doctor, airport transfer, and 50 days of stay in the hotel. It doesn't include accommodation. For more details, please check out this Radiotherapy in Turkey offer.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Memorial Şişli Hospital
Joint Commission International  certificate for Memorial Şişli Hospital
Неля • Aug 26, 2019
This is a kind, responsive, attentive, punctual person! Thank you Memorial Clinic for the organization, support, good news! I recommend this wonderful clinic to everyone!
4.6
243 reviews
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30-33 FRACTION RADIOTHERAPY (Radiation Therapy) | ALL INCLUDED PACKAGE / (VIP Transport, hotel accommodation and translation services, etc..)
30-33 FRACTION RADIOTHERAPY (Radiation Therapy) | ALL INCLUDED PACKAGE / (VIP Transport, hotel accommodation and translation services, etc..)
$12550
$11750
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Anadolu Medical Center
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Turkey, Istanbul
4.6
Excellent
• 453 reviews

Radiotherapy is applied at the Radiation Oncology Department in Anadolu Medical Center. The radiologists perform the radiation therapy at the Department.

Radiologists of Anadolu Medical Center perform radiation oncology treatment under the American standards. The Hospital is among affiliates of Johns Hopkins Medical Center.

CyberKnife and Truebeam devices are available at the Department. Specialists exposure the malignant cells with the ionizing radiation, but do not damage the healthy ones. Doctors provide 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3DCRT) for cancer treatment.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
Joint Commission International  certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
European Society for Medical Oncology certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
Organisation of European Cancer Institutes Certificate certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
 Johns Hopkins Medicine certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
Patient Choice for Basic Check-up certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS) certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
 Planetree's Gold Certificate certificate for Anadolu Medical Center
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Жамиля Sarsinbaev • Nov 7, 2018
Doctors seemed professional. Low quality translation from Turkish to Russian and vice versa. For some reason, after PET KT (perhaps a coincidence), upon returning home, it was sharply worse. We had to urgently operate, although Turkish oncologists did not see the need for an operation, but offered to wait a month.
4.6
453 reviews
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The doctor accredited by the European Society for Medical Oncology. Sarcoma treatment: diagnosis + radiotherapy
The doctor accredited by the European Society for Medical Oncology. Sarcoma treatment: diagnosis + radiotherapy
$23682
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Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
Turkey, Istanbul
5
Excellent
• 12 reviews

Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals is at the forefront of modern medicine and surgery in Turkey having been founded in 1989 as the first hospital for cardiovascular diseases in the region under the aegis of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. 

All facilities are JCI and ISO accredited. Additionally, Istanbul FNH was also awarded Sign of the City in 2014 and British QHA accreditation in 2015.

Today, there are 4 general hospitals, 2 medical centers, as well as Demiroglu Bilim University which has a medical faculty, a school of nursing and a vocational school of healthcare.

The Group has maintained its reputation for excellence by combining expertise with the highest caliber of staff and healthcare innovation to ensure that each and every patient receives the best care possible.

An American-based international non-profit organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare institutions has given Florence Nightingale the global “Gold seal” for inpatient care and safety of the highest level.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
International Organization for Standardization certificate for Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
Mariam kimeridze • Jan 25, 2024
Dear all, Higlhly recomending the Florence Hospital wich is locating in istanbul. We are very satisfied with the all jobs they did for us. They have a online program BOOKIMED, wich will helps to you all to get a approximatelly quotation and treatment course step by step. Its very comportable and reachable for all. From here began a difficult road which we passed easily with the help of this clinic. The person whos name is Alisher Durdyyev, coordinator of the Florence hospital , took a good care for patient and us as well. Many thanks to him, he did his best. Thank you All.
5
12 reviews
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Centro Médico Teknon
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Spain, Barcelona
4.7
Excellent
• 382 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
+3
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
382 reviews
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Stereotactic radiosurgery Truebeam, package "Premium"
Stereotactic radiosurgery Truebeam, package "Premium"
$17437
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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.5
Excellent
• 108 reviews

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a multi-specialty medical center in Turkey, Istanbul.

The medical center specializes in pediatric and adult cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, oncology, weight loss surgery, and check-ups. Hisar Intercontinental Hospital serves only adults. 250,000 patients choose Hisar Intercontinental Hospital to get medical care every year.  Hisar Hospital is certified by JCI (Joint Commission International) that confirms compliance with international standards of treatment quality and safety.

Patients from CIS, Balkans and African countries choose Hisar Hospital for medical care.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Аl'bina Левченко • Nov 13, 2023
Excellent transfer, even from the bus station, hotel included in the price, almost like a separate apartment, very smiling and always helpful staff, excellent translator, clinic administrator. Liked everything. They expect me to check in in six months. I will definitely go to them.
4.5
108 reviews
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Medipol Mega University Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.5
Excellent
• 454 reviews

Medipol Mega University Hospital is a multi-specialty hospital in Turkey offering advanced technologies and extensive expertise. It is equipped with Da Vinci Surgical System, Cyber and Gamma Knives, and provides treatments such as organ transplantation, bone marrow transplant, IVF, cancer, neurological and cardiovascular treatments. It is headed by Nuclear Medicine Specialist Tamer Atasever and offers Radiotherapy in Turkey.

The reviews for this clinic are positive. Medipol Mega University Hospital provides vital medical care and offers excellent service. Patients have praised the hospital for its expertise and the work of the coordinator Inga from the Bookimed platform, who helped them plan their trip to the clinic.

The patients who chose Medipol Mega University Hospital for Radiotherapy treatment in Turkey are satisfied with the results.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Medipol Mega University Hospital
Patient choice in Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Oncology certificate for Medipol Mega University Hospital
Максим Гришай • Jul 3, 2019
Thank you Irada from the international department for arranging treatment. Everything went at the highest level. Thank you Zulfie for the translation. Thanks to Dr. Pelin BASIM and Dilek Ünal for their professionalism and support.
4.5
454 reviews
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Radiation Therapy | Varian Trilogy + Eclipse Planning System
Radiation Therapy | Varian Trilogy + Eclipse Planning System
$3500
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Radiotherapy $3500 - $11000
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Istanbul Oncology Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
2
Poor
• 2 reviews

Istanbul Oncology Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. Istanbul Oncology Hospital, established in 2008, started as an outpatient oncology clinic and later expanded to become a fully-fledged Oncology Hospital in 2015. The team is dedicated to orthopedics, oncology, diagnostics, and medical check-up. Istanbul Oncology Hospital serves only adults. At Istanbul Oncology Hospital, all procedures and medical interventions are carried out by experienced medical staff guided by advanced technology. 11640 patients choose Istanbul Oncology Hospital to get medical care every year. Patients from Russian-speaking countries, Europe & Commonwealth, and the Balkans often visit the clinic.

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accreditations:

Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Istanbul Oncology Hospital
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate certificate for Istanbul Oncology Hospital
2
2 reviews
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2 Weeks of Radiotherapy
2 Weeks of Radiotherapy
$3500
$3330
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Radiotherapy $2000 - $4500
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Memorial Antalya Hospital
Turkey, Antalya
4.5
Excellent
• 82 reviews

Memorial Antalya Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Turkey. It specializes in medical and radiation oncology, general, plastic, and reconstruction surgery. Memorial Antalya Hospital meets international standards of quality and safety according to the JCI (Joint Commission International), an authoritative organization evaluating world-class medical centers.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Memorial Antalya Hospital
Лариса • Dec 8, 2022
We got to the MEMORIAL clinic due to an urgent diagnosis. The successful outcome of the operation depended on promptness. The question was about days. The operation was carried out the next day. The most difficult operation according to the Whipple method. Conducted by professor, head of surgery. Low bow to him. The entire staff of the department works perfectly, promptly responds to any request. Separately, I want to say about the work of the translator Aida. High qualification, operational work at any time of the day, sincerity - only a small description of her qualities. Special thanks for providing meals to the patient and accompanying person. The cuisine is very tasty, in some positions it is better than homemade. I enjoyed the vegetarian cuisine. But there is a different one. A low bow to all the staff of the clinic. They saved my husband's life.
4.5
82 reviews
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Radiotherapy $3500 - $6000
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Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.6
Excellent
• 87 reviews

Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.

The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Joint Commission International  certificate for Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Наталья • Jan 24, 2019
When they learned what was needed in the clinic, they didn’t even know where to run and whom to contact. Coordinators helped to select a clinic. They gave us a doctor. Everything went great, the doctor is a true professional.  Separately, I want to note the attitude to patients. We were met at the airport, brought to the clinic and there was already a translator waiting. Literally "by the hand" we were taken to the doctors, everyone translated. Then they provided a taxi to the hotel.   During the operation, the ward was provided for two people - for the patient and the attendant; both of them were included in the cost of the operation.   After surgery, the doctor held a consultation, making sure that you can fly back. And only then answered questions remotely that arose.  Clinic definitely recommend
4.6
87 reviews
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Radiotherapy | 30-35 Fractions
Radiotherapy | 30-35 Fractions
$6500
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Radiotherapy $4795.38 - $8391.91
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 134 reviews

Radiotherapy is conducted by the specialists of the Radiotherapy Institute in Tel Aviv Sourasky Hospital. The Institute is a part of the Oncology Department. The oncoradiologists perform radiotherapy.

Radiation treatment is used to treat cancer. The therapy is painless. It affects the tumors with the high dose of radiation. The healthy tissues are unaffected. Sourasky Medical Center is among the 1st ones in the world to provide the innovative linear accelerator technology.

Radiotherapeutics do not make a patient radioactive. During and after the treatment, a patient can spend the time with the family without limitations.

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accreditations:

World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Fastest treatment organization certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Joint Commission International  certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
+5
Ольга • Nov 1, 2018
We are very grateful for the help to the Bookimed coordinators, in particular Svetlana Kalinichenko. Thanks to her efficiency, we got everything we wanted in the shortest possible time! The people who met us at the clinic also made the most positive impression. With them there is a feeling that you really genuinely care about!
4.4
134 reviews
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Medicana Atasehir Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.3
Good
• 86 reviews

Radiation therapy is applied at the Radiation Oncology Department of Medicana Hospitals Group. Radio oncologists provide the treatment at the Department. They use intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT), brachytherapy, and CyberKnife device.

CyberKnife robotic procedure is one of the most accurate radio surgeries with 0.5-0.75 mm incisions. With the help of the device, doctors treat prostate, breast, liver, lung, and other cancers.

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accreditations:

Turkish Medical Association certificate for Medicana Atasehir Hospital
The Baby-friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) by WHO and UNICEF certificate for Medicana Atasehir Hospital
Kyra • Feb 13, 2023
Lovely staff and best service by far! And a loving kitty to great every patient !
4.3
86 reviews
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Liv Hospital Ulus
Turkey, Istanbul
4.5
Excellent
• 212 reviews

Radiotherapy is conducted at the Radiation Oncology Department of LIV Hospital. The oncoradiologists of the Department carry out radiation therapy. They prescribe radiotherapy in 70% of cancer cases.

Specialists apply IORT (intraoperative radiotherapy) to destroy cancer cells and to save the healthy ones. Doctors provide IORT for abdominal organs treatment. A patient is under anesthesia during the process. The single-dose radiotherapy is applied.

LIV radiologists use Truebeam linear accelerator to treat lung, breast, prostate, spinal region cancer. The accuracy of the procedure using Truebeam apparatus is up to 100%. The session lasts for 5-20 minutes.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Patient choice in Diagnostics certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Best patient assistance certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
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Saniya Abdulova • Apr 29, 2019
The Liv Hospital Clinic confused my diagnosis. Within two hours, I thought I had cancer.  I immediately wrote to them, the answer came in two and a half hours, as they had no time to double-check. During all this time, my family and I went crazy with horror. Now they wrote to me that the translators were wrong. But pituitary adenoma is spelled the same in all languages. A malignant formation of the parotid gland is a completely different diagnosis.
4.5
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Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Turkey, Istanbul
4.9
Excellent
• 15 reviews

Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, organ transplant, and plastic surgery. Valued Med Hub Hospitals  serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, CIS countries, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often.

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Turkish Medical Association certificate for Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Keith Bertling • Nov 14, 2023
My whole family against me coming to turkey for this operation from the Us they were very scared and I was a little nervous as well . Wish they could have come and seen how I was treated here like royalty . Hate to admit it but would have never got this kind of service in US. I think everyone here that was involved doctors nurses interpreters drivers and sure left some out behind the scenes. Would definitely recommend and come back again
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Emsey Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.2
Good
• 31 reviews

Emsey Hospital is a multi-specialty private medical center located in Turkey, providing healthcare services to patients from all around the world since 2012. With ISO and JCI accreditations, Emsey Hospital has an Advanced Spine Surgery Center and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit with 45 beds. The clinic offers Radiotherapy in Turkey with Dr. Elnur Sahibov, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology Specialization training. Patients get transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport, and full medical care package with diagnosis and treatment.
Patients experience a comfortable stay with the well-tuned system for examination and treatment. Specialists are specific and clear in their recommendations with good medical diagnostics. The language barrier is the only challenge with not being able to communicate directly with doctors. Dr. Elnur Sahibov and other doctors at the international Internal Medicine department should be able to speak good English.
For Radiotherapy in Turkey, Emsey Hospital is the best choice for medical care with experienced doctors and helpful coordinators.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Emsey Hospital
Дурдона • Nov 13, 2021
We liked Emsey clinic very much. we were met from the airport with an interpreter and a driver. then placed in a very good hotel. delicious food was served 2 times at the hotel. The hotel had spacious comfortable rooms with all amenities. On the 1st day we were brought for analysis, on the 2nd day they made a diagnosis, started treatment and we were placed in a ward. Within 5 days, we received the necessary treatment and good service. The doctors were very skilled and experienced. The coordinator Janseit was with us for 1 week and was very helpful in creating all the necessary amenities for us. Thanks to all the staff at Emsey Clinic.
4.2
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Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
4.4
Good
• 50 reviews

Radiotherapy is performed at the Radiation Oncology Department in Nordwest Hospital. Radiation oncologists treat cancer of different organs at the Department.

Over 1,400 patients receive treatment at the Department annually. 400 patients undergo breast cancer treatment per year. Over 200 patients with prostate cancer are provided with radiotherapy annually.

Nordwest Hospital is among the top national medical centers for radiational therapy according to Focus journal.

Specialists apply stereotactic radiosurgery for benign and malignant tumors treatment and osteoarthritis therapy.

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TÜV AG Сompany Research & Investing Certificate certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Роман • Apr 6, 2022
Good clinic, attentive professor. Everything was done quickly. Russian-speaking staff, met at the station. I was taken to the hotel and to the clinic.
4.4
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Medical Center in Solingen
Germany, Solingen
4.6
Excellent
• 52 reviews

Radiotherapy is carried out at the Oncology Center in Municipal Hospital of Solingen. Radiation oncologists perform the therapy at the Center. The Center is the best radiology facility in the region according to Focus magazine.

Oncologists offer stereotactic radiosurgery for cancerous and benign tumors treatment. Doctors provide the therapy using CyberKnife apparatus. The treatment with the device takes 90 minutes.

Solingen Clinic provides radiotherapy practice from 2015. The Center cooperates with Radiotherapy 360° healthcare provider to offer high-quality and comprehensive treatment.

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Best doctor for herniated disc treatment certificate for Medical Center in Solingen
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Александр Геннадьевич Кузин • Aug 29, 2018
Immediately I will note not the intrusive and at the same time "essentially" made by Alena presentation of the clinic. And really everything turned out to be as they described to me: the doctor explained how he sees my situation, what kind of opinion of Moscow doctors he agrees with, and what does not and what he proposes to do. Everything is clear and reasonable.
4.6
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Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4
Good
• 1 review

Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to cardiology, oncology, heart surgery and surgery. Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, part of the esteemed Medipol Health Group, is a leader in healthcare with 441 beds and JCI accreditation. Our focus on advanced technologies, such as TrueBeam STx and Halcyon in Radiation Oncology, sets us apart. Renowned for comprehensive cancer care, integrating PET-CT and SPECT-CT imaging, we prioritize patient comfort with modern maternity units. Positioned in Istanbul's Bahçelievler district, we cater to global patients, contributing to health tourism. Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital serves both adults and children. 600000 patients choose Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital to get medical care every year. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, Arab League States, and Russian-Speaking Countries visit the clinic most often.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
Marksmore Madzima • Mar 11, 2024
The Consultant was brilliant. Available for any questions. The medical team was on time and new their staff.The only setback was some nurses
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Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
Germany, Duisburg
5
Excellent
• 5 reviews

The North Rhine-Westphalia Association includes 5 hospitals located not far from Düsseldorf (Germany).

Doctors of the network conduct treatment in 27 specialties. The strongest are oncology, robotic surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, urology, and gynecology.

The Heart Center of the Association is the largest in Germany. It is the place where pilots of civil aviation undergo heart check-ups.

Each year, more than 100,000 outpatients and 45,000 inpatients are treated in the hospitals of Association.

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German Cancer Society certificate for Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
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Jagar • Jul 13, 2021
The Hospital was really clean, well organized and the staff were friendly and very helpfull.
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CDT-WEST Center of Diagnostics and Therapy
Germany, Cologne
5
Excellent
• 3 reviews

CDT-WEST is a specialized diagnostic radiology and therapy center in Cologne (Germany).

Specialists conduct health check using the latest CT, MRI, and PET-CT (positron emission tomography) devices.

Radiation therapists carry out such modern techniques as IMRT (intensity-modulated radiotherapy), IGRT (image-guided radiation therapy), DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold radiation therapy). These methods allow treating tumors located close to vital organs safely and effectively.

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Алена • Jul 12, 2018
Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff. Price and quality are justified
5
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Rambam Medical Center
Israel, Haifa
5
Excellent
• 1 review

Rambam Hospital is one of the greatest medical centers in Israel. Thousands of international patients visit the medical center every year. It offers more than 1,000 beds for inpatients. It is necessary to mention that the Rambam medical team includes leading Israeli specialists – professors and doctors, some of whom were even awarded the Nobel Prize. Up-to-date equipment and advanced technologies allow these high-level specialists to refine and develop in various realms of medicine.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Rambam Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Rambam Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Rambam Medical Center
Дарья • Oct 16, 2023
Thank you for your professionalism and help in organizing a video consultation with Professor Zuckerman.
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Mustafa Solak
Turkey, Istanbul
Mustafa Solak
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Mustafa Solak, M.D., who was born in 1978, was graduated from School of Medicine, Hacettepe University. He completed his residency education in İstanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and completed his fellowship in Cancer Institute of Hacettepe University.   He has dealt with many cases of Breast Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head-Neck Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancers.   FIELDS OF MEDICAL INTEREST Breast cancer Testicular Cancer Ovarian Cancer Lung Cancer Head & Neck Cancers Gastrointestinal cancers EDUCATİON: Bachelor's: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Specialization: Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Minor Specialization: Hacettepe University Cancer Institute INSTITUTIONS WHERE EDUCATION AND WORKED The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Hitit University Corum Training Hospital Medical Park Hospital Read more
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Turkey, Istanbul
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American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology
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European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer
Radiosurgery Society
Anadolu Medical Center
Prof. Hale Başak Çağlar has been serving as one of the best radiation oncology experts to manage breast, lung, pancreatic, prostate, bone cancer treatments. She has been a radiation oncology director at Anadolu Medical Center since 2017. Operates on: Linear accelerators Varian (Trilogy, True Beam) CyberKnife (VSI, M6 including MLC) Gamma Knife (models C and Perfexion) Education University - Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara 1998 Specialty Training - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Radiation Oncology Department, İstanbul 2003 Assistant Professor - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Radiation Oncology Department, İstanbul 2010 Professor - Medipol University, Faculty of Medicine, Radiation Oncology Department, İstanbul 2015 Memberships ASTRO (American Society for Theurapetic Radiation Oncology) ESTRO (European Society for Theurapetic Radiation Oncology) EORTC (European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer) Radiosurgery Society (Board of Director) Turkish Lung Cancer Society Turkish Radiaiton Oncology Society Turkish Medical Associaiton Turkish Oncology Society Read more
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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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FAQ about Radiotherapy

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.

The Bookimed care department helps with finding tickets and accommodation for the duration of your stay. You do not pay for our services.

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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