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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Lung cancer treatment in Israel 2024

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3 Recent Lung cancer Treatment Reviews in Israel: Check Real Patient Experience

Hamlet Ghevondyan • Lung cancer
Armenia
Aug 29, 2019

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We’re very thankful to Bookimed and Sourasky medical center!
The medical team was very helpful and supportive. Everything was organized in a timely and professional manner. We’re very thankful to Bookimed and Sourasky medical center!
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Lung cancer Treatment Overview in Israel

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Arrival

  • Transfer from the airport to the hotel or clinic.
  • Complete necessary paperwork for admittance.
  • Settle into the hotel or hospital room.

Diagnostics

  • An Electrocardiogram (ECG) to check heart"s rhythm and electrical activity.
  • A computerized tomography (CT) scan to visualize the lungs.
  • A biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of lung cancer.

Treatment Plan Development

  • Discussion with the medical team to understand the diagnosis.
  • Development of a personalized treatment plan.

Treatment

  • Chemotherapy to kill cancer cells.
  • Targeted therapy to block cancer growth.
  • Immunotherapy to boost the body"s natural defenses.

Follow-Up

  • Regular check-ups to monitor recovery.
  • Periodic imaging tests to check for recurrence.

Rehabilitation

  • Physical therapy to regain strength and mobility.
  • Respiratory therapy to improve breathing.

Please note that only a qualified doctor can determine the appropriate diagnostic and treatment plan for each individual patient. The steps provided are general and might not apply to all cases. Other diagnostic options might include MRI scans, PET scans, or Ultrasound. Other treatment options can involve radiation therapy, surgery, or palliative care. Accommodation and hospital transfers are not included and need to be arranged separately.

What patients like

  1. Lung cancer treatment efficacy. Israel is known for innovative approaches in Lung cancer treatment such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and palliative care. This has resulted in high survival rates for lung cancer patients in the country.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Israeli doctors are often members of international oncology organizations, and many have been trained in top medical institutions worldwide. Their expertise and commitment to patient care are widely acknowledged.
  3. Cost. The Lung cancer treatment price in Israel varies from 4430$ to 31170$. This cost is generally lower than in the USA, where the average price is around $40,000.
  4. Service level. Patients often speak highly of the supportive and well-organized medical teams, as confirmed by the high patient satisfaction rates in Israel.
  5. Logistics. Most medical centers in Israel offer assistance with logistics, ensuring a smooth and stress-free medical journey. They often help with visa processes, accommodation, and transportation.

What patients don't like

  1. Waiting time. Despite the high level of organization, some patients might experience long waiting times due to the high demand for cancer treatment in Israel.
  2. Language barrier. Communication can sometimes be challenging, especially for non-English or non-Hebrew speaking patients. However, hospitals often provide professional translators.

What's the Cost of Lung cancer Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Israel? Find Out Now

updated 3/27/2024
The average price for Lung cancer diagnostic and treatment in Israel is $6375, the minimum price is $4430, and the maximum price is $31170.
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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab) -from $3300 -
Сomplex oncology diagnostic -from $7000 -
Abdominal CT Scan -from $100 -
Biopsy -from $2000 from $430
Brachytherapy -from $4800 -
Brain MRI with contrast -from $108 -
CT (computer tomography) from $3 from $1 from $301
CT of the chest from $600 from $93 -
CT of the paranasal sinuses -from $33 -
Chemotherapy for lung cancer from $650 from $1000 -
Complex diagnostics of lung cancer from $4000 from $17500 -
Consultation of a radiologist from $700 from $80 -
Consultation with a thoracic surgeon -from $80 -
Consultation with an oncologist from $501 from $580 -
CyberKnife -from $4750 -
CyberKnife for lung cancer -from $6000 -
Da Vinci Robotic System from $26000 from $2500 -
EGFR, ALK, ROS1, PG-L1 ---
Extended analysis of blood -from $250 -
Genetic screening -from $200 -
Histopathology revision from $650 from $300 -
Immunotherapy for lung cancer -from $10000 -
Lobectomy from $23171 from $7000 -
Lung cancer surgery -from $17500 -
Lung segmentectomy from $14000 from $9000 -
MRI of the chest -from $300 -
PET/CT from $1300 from $700 -
PET/CT in lung cancer from $1580 from $600 -
Pneumonectomy -from $11200 -
Proton-beam therapy ---
Radiotherapy for lung cancer -from $2000 -
Stereotaxic radiosurgery -from $4500 -
Tomotherapy -from $10000 -
Wedge Resection from $14000 from $9600 -
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
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Discover the In-Demand Lung cancer Treatment Packages of the Season

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Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Lung cancer
4.4 Good 135 reviews
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Lung cancer Treatment
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 135 reviews

The examination of a patient to develop lung cancer treatment plan is performed in the Safra Onco-Pulmonology Department at Sourasky. It includes blood tests, PET-CT, revision of biopsy material, consultation with the best lung cancer oncologist. When the results are ready, a specialist develops the individual treatment plan.

The therapeutic tactics may include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy or biological therapy. The combination of these options can be applied.

The treatment duration is determined individually and depends on the lung cancer stage and tumor size.

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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)
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Hamlet Ghevondyan • Aug 29, 2019
The medical team was very helpful and supportive. Everything was organized in a timely and professional manner. We’re very thankful to Bookimed and Sourasky medical center!
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Hadassah Medical Center
Israel, Jerusalem
4.5
Excellent
• 12 reviews
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Hospitals 2021, ensuring top-quality care for lung cancer patients.
  • Lobectomy and chemotherapy for lung cancer are among the treatment options offered, leveraging extensive surgical and medical expertise.
  • Over 35,000 operations conducted annually, indicating a high level of surgical proficiency and experience.
  • Tamar Jablonski-Perec, with experience from Sloan-Kettering, leads lung cancer treatment.
  • Hadassah is a multi-specialty center, ensuring a comprehensive approach to lung cancer care, including oncology and thoracic surgery.
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Nobel Peace Prize certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
Екатерина • Jun 1, 2022
We had a remote consultation with Professor Ayala Hubert. The consultation was organized quickly, in a couple of days. The professor spoke in detail about the possible treatment and gave recommendations on which tests to take to control the disease. We are happy with the advice.
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Assuta Medical Center
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.5
Excellent
• 11 reviews

Assuta Hospital is the largest clinic of private ownership in Israel. It develops a lot of medical directions and is highly specialized in surgery, IVF, cardiology (the use of VenaSeal, Cryo and MICRA and other innovative techniques) and oncology. The main distinguishing feature of this medical institution is a high level of attentiveness to the patient’s needs. The option of a surgical operation, an attending physician and a type of the room is not the complete list of things left up to the choice of the patient.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Assuta Medical Center
Olena Holovska • Nov 25, 2023
The online consultation was arranged very quickly and with the particular doctor we wanted to talk to. It was long, informative and insightful. We are very thankful for Bookimed team and the doctor for such a quick and efficient response.
4.5
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Rambam Medical Center
Israel, Haifa
5
Excellent
• 1 review

Rambam Medical Center is the largest state clinic with international status in the north of Israel. The hospital is accredited by Israeli Defense Forces, United Nations Armed Forces and US Navy.

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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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Sheba Medical Center
Israel, Ramat Gan
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews

Patients at I-II stage of lung cancer in Sheba are treated with the surgery of partial resection - removal of the tumor and its surrounding segment of healthy tissue, or the removal of one lung lobe, that is called pulmonary lobectomy.

Patients at III stage of lung cancer, when the tumor spreads beyond one lung lobe, are underwent the removal of whole lung (pneumonectomy).

Patients with the stage III of lung cancer are also appointed with additional treatment: chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy.

Treatment of the VI stage of lung cancer includes chemotherapy and radiotherapy to prolongate the patient's life and relieve symptoms.

Courses of targeted therapy (in particular if tumors are resistant to classical anti-tumor drugs).

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World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
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Soroka Medical Center
Israel, Beersheba
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Soroka Medical Center is the multidisciplinary medical complex in Israel. For patients of this clinic are available latest technology and equipment through which they are able to diagnosis disease at the earliest dates. Every year there carried about 30 thousand operations.

The hospital serves more than 60% of Israel. According to numerous reviews, Soroka hospital helped a huge number of patients. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center.

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Herzliya Medical Center
Israel, Herzliya
4
Good
• 1 review
  • Confirmed as one of the best medical institutions by the Ministry of Health in Israel with patient safety rated at 100%.
  • Performs 20,000 operations annually, including complex procedures for lung cancer with modern equipment.
  • Offers a range of services from consultations to high-precision surgeries, with a focus on oncology.
  • International patients are supported with translation and individual coordination for seamless care.
  • Expert lung cancer treatment managed by Nir Peled, recognized for his contributions to immunotherapy and thoracic oncology.
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Ирина • Mar 8, 2020
I did my full medical check up in HMC. Very professional approach! The assistants Sima and Mara were very helpful and tried to accommodate all our requests. Highly recommend.
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State Hospital Edith Wolfson

State Hospital Edith Wolfson  is a quality and high technology in medicine, annually attract more patients from around the world.

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Meir Medical Center
Israel, Kfar Saba
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Meir Clinic is one of the leading medical centers in the Israel. It is located in Kfar Saba. The hospital is part of a larger complex Sapir. Hospital provides a range of treatment and diagnostic services, but is best known it received thanks to advances in the field of spine surgery and treatment of diseases of the lungs. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center.

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Kaplan Medical Center
Israel, Rehovot
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Kaplan Medical Center is branch of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, which is located in Rehovot almost near Tel Aviv. This clinic is multidisciplinary medical complex. There are 23 departments. In addition, the center arrange the collection and storage of bone marrow cells for use in onco-hematology treatment. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center.

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 Ramat Aviv Medical Center
Israel, Tel Aviv
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The Ramat Aviv Medical Center is one of the largest and leading private medical centers of Israel, specializing in the field of medical diagnostics, multidisciplinary surgery, cosmetology.The hospital uses all the innovative technologies in the field of surgery, cosmetology and radioisotope research.

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Shaare Zedek Medical Center
Israel, Jerusalem
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Shaare Zedek Medical Center is number one hospital in Jerusalem. It was established more than a hundred years ago but is continuously evolving and expanding even now. The statistics says that the hospital takes over 250,000 patients annually. Everyone who refers to Shaare Zedek Medical Center will be surely treated by highly-qualified specialists and within comfortable and warm atmosphere. This Clinic works in numerous directions and has the most popular Maternity Department in the country.

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Elisha Hospital
Israel, Haifa
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Elisha Hospital in Israel (Haifa) is one of the best private multidisciplinary hospitals in Israel, which provides services in all medical fields at the highest level, both Israeli citizens and foreigners.Elisha Medical Center is located in a central area in the city of Haifa, located on the Mediterranean coast, was founded in 1935, and throughout its long history of existence enjoyed an impeccable reputation among patients.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Lung cancer Treatment in Israel: Select Your Expert from 16 Experienced Doctors

Ofer Merimsky
Israel, Tel Aviv
Ofer Merimsky
Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience

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Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
American Scientific Cancer Society
European scientific medical organization
European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Education and specialization: EDUCATION 1976-1983 Hebrew, Hadassah Medicine MD  1988-2001 Tel-Aviv, Ichilov Hospital Oncology Board/ Certified 1995 Title of Doctoral Dissertation: Lobular carcinoma in situ of the female breast - a retrospective study" ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE 1991: Sackler Faculty of Medicine. Oncology Assistant Degree 1991-1994: Sourasky Med. Center Oncology Assistant 1992-1994: Sourasky Med. Center Lectures in oncology to new immigrant physicians 1993-1994: Sourasky Med. Center Henrieta Szold Nursing School /Lectures in oncology to students for nursing 1994-1995: Sourasky Med. Center School of Radiology-Technologists/Lectures in Oncology 1995: Hebrew University Post-Graduate school in Pharmacology/Lectures in Oncology 1995-present: Sackler Faculty of Med. Post-Graduate School/Gynecology; Oncology/Lectures in Oncology 1993-present: Felsenstein Medical Research Center,Beilinson Campus,Petach-Tiqva/Tumor Immunology Lab. (Prof. Fishman)/ Senior Investigator 1999: Tel-Aviv University & Sackler Faculty of Medicine./Oncology Senior Lecturer Degree (Regular Course) 2000: Sackler Faculty of Med. Post-Graduate School/Oncology/Post Graduate Course:Breast Cancer 2000-2005: Weizmann Institute for Science, Department of Collaboration with Prof. Amsterdam/Senior Investigator 2001-2003: Sackler School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Histology Collaboration with Dr.Benayahu/Senior Investigator 2002-2004: Weizmann Institute for Science, Department of Cell Biology Collaboration with Prof.Yarden/Senior Investigator Feb 2003: Tel-Aviv University &Sackler Faculty of Medicine./ Oncology Associate Professor (Clinical) Sept 2007-2010: Tel-Aviv University & Sackler Faculty of Medicine./Oncology Chairman of the Department of Oncology 2008-present: Sackler School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Histology Collaboration with Prof.Ronit Eisenberg-Sagi/Senior Investigator 2011-present: European Society of Medical Oncology/(ESMO) Soft tissue and bone sarcoma/ Member of ESMO Faculty 2016: Tel-Aviv University & Sackler Faculty of Medicine. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE. 1983: Soroka Med. Center Rotations Stager 1984-1988: Zahal Regimen, Brigade Medical Officer 1989-1994: Sourasky Med. Center Oncology (Prof. Chaitchik)  1992: Sourasky Med. Center Internal Medicine "H" (Prof. Tupilsky)  1993: NY Hosp. Med. Center of Queens (NY, USA) Radiation-Oncology (Prof. Nori) 1994: Sourasky Med. Center Radiology; Neuroradiology 1995-present: Sourasky Med. Center Unit for Orthopedic Oncology/Senior Oncologist 1995-present: Sourasky Med. Center Oncology Senior Oncologist 1997: Institut Gustave Roussy (IGR) Paris, France/Oncology / Sarcoma (Prof. Turzs) Fellowship in soft tissue and bone sarcoma unit 1997-8: Sourasky Med. Center Oncology Permanent position of Senior Oncologist 1995-1999: Sourasky Med. Center Oncology / Sarcoma field/ Senior Oncologist 1999: Sourasky Med. Center Head Unit of Soft Tissue Head Unit of Soft 2000: Sourasky Med. Center Head Unit of Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology (permanent position) Head Unit of Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology 2000: Sourasky Med. Center Lung Cancer Service Responsible for service 2000-present: Israeli Society For Medical Oncology And Radiation Therapy Elected Secretary 1999- present: Israeli Cancer Association, Member of Committee For Social Services 2001: Sourasky Med. Center Member of Ethical Committee(Helsinky) 2003: Sourasky Med. Center Associate Professor of Oncology (Clinical) 2005-present: Sourasky Med. Center Vice Chairman of Ethical Committee (Helsinky) 2007-2011: Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University (TAU) Oncology Section, Head of Section of (חוג) Oncology 2008-present: Sourasky Med. Center Deputy Head of Division of Oncology 2008-present: Sourasky Med. Center Head of Oncology Outpatient Clinic 2010-2013: Israeli Cancer Association Member of Committee For Travel Grants FURTHER STUDIES 1985: Tel-Aviv/ Emergency Medicine  1994: Tel-Aviv Post-Graduate/ School of Medicine/ Oncology/Research Methods 1990 - 1995: European School of Oncology (ESO)/ Breast Cancer 1990-1995: Post-Graduate School of Medicine/ Oncology Diploma in Oncology 1990: Germany The 15th International Cancer Congress of the UICC 1991: European School of Oncology (ESO)/ Biological agents 1992: European School of Oncology (ESO)/ Lymphomas 1993: Zahal Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) 1993: Israel The 7th European Conference on Clinical Oncology (ECCO) and Cancer Nursing  1993: Israeli Cancer Association Workshop on Brachytherapy 1993: New York Hospital Thoracic Oncology and Brachytherapy 1995: Post-Graduate School of Medicine & Israel Cancer Association/ Radiobiology 1995: France 8th European Conference on Clinical Oncology (ECCO-8) 1995: Post-Graduate School of Medicine; Master Thesis: "Anti-melanoma antibodies as markers for disease and treatment monitoring" Master in Oncology 1996: Israeli Cancer Association The 3rd annual radiotherapy teaching course: Combined external beam irradiation and brachytherapy in the management of H&N and pelvic malignancies. 1996: Israel 5th International Conference On Human Antibodies Hybridomas 1996: ESMO 21 Medical Oncology  1997: Israel The 27th Annual Meeting of the Israel Immunological Society 1997: 8th World Conference On Lung Cancer , Dublin 1997: Lung Cancer 1998: Hamburg Univ. Workshop on local and systemic therapy with IL2 in RCC 1998: Northwest Hospital, Seattle, USA Ultrasonic guided brachytherapy of prostate cancer 1998: USA American of Society Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 1998: USA Lilly Oncology Global Medical Conference 1999: USA American of Society Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 1999: Switzerland Cancer induced bone diseases: 2nd International Conference 1999: Austria The 10th European Cancer Conference (ECCO) 1999: Israel Pancreatic Carcinoma  1999: Israel Pathology of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors 2000: TASMC, Tel-Aviv Prostate Brachytherapy, ProSeed method 2000: France Lung Cancer Symposium  2000: USA ASCO 36  2000: Germany ESMO 25  2000: Israel Weizmann Institute for Science & Tel-Aviv Medical Center: Joint Workshop on Cancer 2001: ISCORT-Janssen-Cilag Oncological Radiology Update  2001: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XIX 2001: USA ASCO 37  2002: France ICACT 13  2002: Israel Pediatric Musculoskeletal Malignancies  2002: USA ASCO 38 2002: France ESMO 27  2002: The Netherlands European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS) 2002: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, NY, USA  2002: University of Alabama On-line educational lecture on: Ovarian cancer - recurrence at 9 months 2002: ISCORT-Aventis-Novartis Automn Meeting Dead-Sea 2003: USA ASCO 39  2003: Canada 10th World Conference on Lung Cancer 2003: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA 2003: Good Clinical Practice ARCP Course  2004: ESMO 29 Medical Oncology  2004: France 15th International Congress on Anti-Cancer Chemotherapy(ICACT) 2004: US ASCO 40  2005: USA ASCO 41  2005: Spain 11th World Conference on Lung Cancer 2005: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA 2006: USA ASCO 42  2006: France International Congress on Anti-Cancer Chemotherapy (ICACT) 17 2006: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXIII 2007: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXIV 2007: USA ASCO meeting  2008: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXV 2008: USA ASCO meeting  2009: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXVI 2009: USA ASCO meeting  2010: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXVII 2010: USA ASCO meeting  2011: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXVIII 2011: USA ASCO meeting  2012: Mount Sinai Post-Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXIX 2012: USA ASCO meeting  2013: USA ASCO meeting  2014: Mount Sinai Post- Graduate School of Medicine, NY, USA Chemotherapy foundation symposium XXXI 2014: USA ASCO meeting 2014: Geneva, Switzerland ELCC meeting  2015: Salt Lake City, USA CTOS meeting  2015: Geneva, Switzerland ELCC meeting  2015: USA ASCO meeting  2016: Geneva, Switzerland ELCC meeting  2016: USA ASCO meeting  2016: Lisbon, Portugal CTOS meeting    MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES 1984-2006: Israel Medical Association Israel 1994-1995: International Society for Oncodevelopmental Biology and Medicine (ISOBM) International 1994-1995: The Israeli Society for Skin Research Israel 1995-present: The Israeli Society for Oncology and Radiotherapy (ISCORT) Israel 2000-2009: The Israeli Society for Oncology and Radiotherapy: Elected Secretary 1995: The New-York Academy of Sciences NY, USA 1996: International Society for Preventive Oncology NY, USA 1995-1997: The Israeli Society of Preventive Oncology Israel 1997-present: American Society of Clinical Oncology - ASCO - Active Member USA 1997-2006: Connective Tissue Oncology Society (CTOS) USA 1997-2003: EORTC: Soft tissue and bone sarcoma group (STBSG) Europe 1999-2006: European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS) Europe 2001: European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) Europe 2009-2013: The Israeli Society for Oncology and Radiotherapy: Elected Chairman 2010-2013: IASLC International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (ethical committee) 2012-present: ESMO Sarcoma group: Faculty Member Europe 2012-on present: European Thoracic Oncology Platform (ETOP) International Read more
Ari Raphael
Israel, Tel Aviv
Ari Raphael
Clinical oncologist
17 years of experience

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International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer IASLC
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Dr. Ari Raphael is a distinguished oncologist with an impressive 17 years of experience in his field. His expertise lies in various cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. Dr. Raphael has made significant contributions to clinical research, particularly in a cross-sectional study that evaluated oncologic patients' understanding and attitudes towards clinical trials. The study aimed to enhance enrollment rates in these trials by addressing patients' misconceptions.TreatmentsChemotherapyImmunotherapyTargeted therapyRadiotherapyHormone therapyRead more
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FAQ about Lung cancer Treatment in Israel

What is the best place for lung cancer treatment?

  • Germany

German clinics provide treatment of malignant lung tumors. Surgical oncologists apply modern equipment and use new techniques that lead to the success rate of treatment — this is confirmed by a certificate from the German Cancer Society.

  • Turkey

Treatment in Turkey is 5 times cheaper than in the USA or in some European countries. However, this does not mean poor quality. Turkish oncologists are among the most experienced specialists in the world they apply international protocols of lung cancer treatment.

  • Thailand

Thai hospitals provide cost-effective lung cancer treatment that meets international standards. Oncologists in Thailand improve their skills in European medical facilities. In Thai hospital, doctors use artificial intellect device IBM Watson which forms the most accurate treatment plan.

  • Austria

Austrian hospitals are considered highly technological ones. In Austria, doctors apply the latest treatments for lung cancer patients.

Have any doubts about choosing a medical center, submit a request on Bookimed and we will answer all your questions.

How to choose the best lung cancer hospital in the world?

Pay attention to the following factors before choosing any of the hospitals:

  • Hospital’s reputation. Most good hospitals have a variety of certificates, including JCI (Joint Commission International) that prove the safety & high quality of healthcare services.
  • Doctors’ experience. Check doctors CVs on our website. Excellent specialists always have numerous awards and certificates which confirm their professional skills.
  • Access to modern options. The hospitals must have a wide range of treatment techniques helpful for any type of lung cancer including yours.
  • Patient reviews. Check out an experience of the real patients who have already undergone treatment in a concrete facility.

How to get lung cancer treatment with Bookimed?

  • Submit a request on Bookimed and our manager will contact you shortly.
  • We inform you about the top lung cancer hospitals which meet your disease requirements.
  • We send your medical records to a chosen center and you get a preliminary bill and treatment program for you.
  • If you approve them both — we start arranging your trip to a chosen clinic.

What are the diagnostics for lung cancer?

To be sure in your diagnosis you may undergo the following diagnostics in the hospitals listed below:

  • Imaging. X-ray images can show whether there are malignant changes in the lungs.
  • Lung biopsy. A doctor removes a small tissue from the affected area of the lung to detect the patient’s stage.
  • Sputum cytology. If a patient has a cough, a doctor can take the sputum to reveal whether it’s cancerous.

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What are the options for lung cancer treatment?

Surgery. In these lung cancer treatment centers, doctors can assign surgical interventions depending on the stage. Surgeries can be:

  • lobectomy — the removing of the lung lobe.
  • pneumonectomy — the removing of the whole lung.
  • wedge resection — such a surgery is applied to remove a small tumor in the lung.
  • segmental resection — the removing of a part of the lung but not the entire one.
  • Radiotherapy. Such a treatment can be used in combination with chemo drugs. X-rays destroy cancer cells that remained after the surgery or spread to other organs as the brain.
  • Chemotherapy. Such an option is applied to stop malignant cells growth and to destroy the rest of them after surgery.
  • Immunotherapy. Such a treatment is frequently used for some forms of non-small cell lung cancer. These are drugs that stimulate the patient’s immunity to fight cancer. Oncologists apply this therapy when other options are ineffective.
  • Targeted therapy. It is also used for non-small cell lung cancer. Such drugs are used to destroy malignant cells and prevent their division. Not every patient can be a candidate for this therapy.

Who is the best lung cancer doctor in the world?

  • Prof. Walter Klepetko has over 30 years of experience in surgical lung cancer treatment and transplantology. The professor isthe Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Vienna General Hospital. Prof. Klepetko has started the Vienna Lung Transplant Program with over 100 performed transplants per year. The doctor perform surgeries to remove metastatic from the lungs. Prof. Klepetko has carried out a successful lung transplant to three-time Formula 1 world champion Niki Lauda.
  • Assoc. Prof. Altan Kir is an expert in Thoracic and Robotic Surgery at Anadolu. Prof. Kir had been trained in Royal Brompton Hospital, London and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York. The professor provides lobectomy, thoracic surgeries with the da Vinci Robotic System.
  • Dr. Heinrich Becker is an oncologist pulmonologist with 25 years of practice. The doctor specializes in diagnostics and endoscopic treatment of lung cancer and other thoracic diseases. Minimally-invasive (endoscopic) surgery is performed through small incisions — that allows to reduce postoperative complications and boost the recovery.

How long does lung cancer treatment last?

An average length of treating lung malignancy is:

  • surgery — 3-14 days including hospital stay.
  • chemo — 4-5 months.
  • radiotherapy — 1-2 months.

What things affect lung cancer treatment cost?

  • cancer stage.
  • complexity of the case.
  • consultation with a doctor.
  • treatment itself (how many options are required).
  • drugs.
  • oncologist/surgeon’s fee.
  • hospital stay & additional services.

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