Larynx Cancer Treatment Clinics Abroad — Page 5

Emsey Hospital is a JCI-accredited centre equipped with advanced Trilogy LINAC technology for radiotherapy. Diagnostic packages start from around A$2,000, covering consultations, imaging, and a 5-day hotel stay. A more extensive diagnostic and biopsy package typically runs A$7,000 and includes 10 days of accommodation. MRI scans of one area costs around A$600–A$700. Professor Mehmet Eken manages cases with a full suite of imaging tools, including PET-CT and 3 Tesla MRI. International services cover airport transfers, interpreters, and local residence arrangements.

Estophia Hospital functions as a private multi-speciality centre with a strong focus on international patients. A specialist consultation including a personalised treatment plan starts from around A$200. Diagnostic CT scans typically range from A$400–700 to help determine the extent of the tumour. Radiotherapy for throat cancer is a primary treatment option at the clinic, typically costing around A$4,600–8,400. This Istanbul-based facility treats both adults and children, providing a dedicated environment for oncology care.

Private Koru Ankara Hospital operates a modern 42,000 sqm facility equipped with the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System and PET-CT for larynx cancer care. The clinic serves patients from 62 countries and offers free medical second opinions. International services include 24/7 interpretation and complimentary airport transfers to help with the logistics of travelling from Australia. The hospital features 13 operating rooms and 71 intensive care units. Support staff in the International Patient Relations Department manage all travel and accommodation arrangements for a smooth experience.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is South Korea’s first digital hospital and uses the BESTcare system for patient safety. The radiation oncology unit uses IMRT and IGRT to treat head and neck tumours. An oncologist consultation typically starts from around A$40. Advanced diagnostics include PET/CT scans for around A$2,200 and contrast MRI imaging for around A$2,200. The centre also features a dedicated GammaKnife unit. International patients receive free transfers from Incheon Airport and access to on-site medical interpreters.

Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital treats 600,000 patients annually and holds JCI accreditation. The oncology unit uses TrueBeam STx and Halcyon systems for precise radiation therapy. CT scans start from around A$300–A$500, while a whole-body CT is around A$1,000. Radiotherapy typically costs around A$5,600–A$8,400. Minimally invasive laser surgery is around A$11,200–A$14,000, covering hospital stays and anaesthesia. Full surgical operations may cost around A$14,000–A$21,000. These surgical packages generally include pre-op tests, hospitalisation, and follow-up care.

Biruni University Hospital operates as a full academic centre with 15 operating rooms and advanced diagnostic units. Individual consultations with a treatment plan typically cost around A$200. Diagnostic thyroid function tests start from around A$100. MRI scans for specific areas are usually around A$700–1,100. Dr Turkan Ozturk Topcu leads the oncology department after completing international training at MD Anderson in the US and Sunnybrook in Canada. The hospital regularly treats patients from Australia and the USA within its 617-bed facility.