Myeloma Treatment Clinics Abroad — Page 5

Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul is JCI-accredited and offers advanced PET-CT scans that complete full-body tumour imaging in just 5 minutes with higher contrast. Diagnostics start from around A$140 for an online oncologist consultation, with CT scans around A$280–490, ultrasounds A$280–420, MRI A$420–490, and biopsies may cost about A$2,400. The hospital also provides stereotactic radiotherapy using TrueBeam STx and Halcyon systems, alongside nuclear medicine therapies like Lu-177 PSMA/DOTA and Y-90 microspheres, supported 24/7 with translator services.

Artemis Hospitals in Gurgaon is JCI-accredited and offers advanced care including bone marrow transplantation for myeloma. Diagnostic Brain MRI may cost around A$600, which helps guide treatment planning. The hospital has 11 Centres of Excellence and state-of-the-art Image Guided Radiation Therapy. International patients benefit from visa support, interpreters, and accommodation assistance. Artemis also provides blood component therapy with donor nucleic acid testing, supporting comprehensive myeloma management within a government-licensed transplant centre.

Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul offers advanced diagnostics for Myeloma, including blood tests starting from around A$70 and MRI scans from about A$700 to A$1,300. The TEMOS-accredited hospital has a new 80,000 m² campus with 15 operating rooms and 130 polyclinic rooms. Associate Professor Dr Rafet Eren provides expert consultations in English and focuses on bone marrow and stem cell therapies. The hospital regularly treats international patients, including Australians, and supports tailored treatment planning with advanced imaging options.

Asan Medical Center in Seoul is South Korea's largest hospital with a focus on oncology. It uses advanced tech like da Vinci robotic systems and GammaKnife. International patients get free airport transfers and personal coordinators to assist throughout diagnosis and treatment. Accommodation is available in 1- and 2-bed wards. The hospital holds ISO and KOIHA certifications, ensuring recognized high-quality care standards. It’s around 70 km from Incheon International Airport, making travel straightforward for Australians seeking treatment.

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited university hospital with a strong oncology department. It offers advanced radiotherapy using two Tomotherapy devices for precise tumour targeting. Minimally invasive surgeries use the da Vinci Robotic System, helping patients recover faster. The International Healthcare Center provides one-stop support, free interpreter services, and airport transfer for bills over A$4,400. An accelerated treatment program enables care to start on the first hospital day, speeding up the process for international patients.

Manipal Hospitals in Bangalore is JCI, ISO 9001, and NABH accredited, offering expert oncology care across 56 specialties. The hospital treats over 2 million patients from 30 countries each year, reflecting strong international experience. It has more than 600 inpatient beds and is recognised as the Best Hospital in Bangalore for six years in a row. Patients benefit from multidisciplinary care and access to extensive oncology treatments within the wider Manipal Hospital network.

Severance Hospital in Seoul is JCI and KOIHA accredited and linked with Yonsei University. It partners with MD Anderson and Johns Hopkins for advanced cancer care. Diagnostics include MRI starting from around A$1,300, CT, PET, and radiosurgery technologies like IMRT and hyperthermia. The hospital performs over 4,000 robotic surgeries using the Da Vinci system and handles 1.6 million outpatients and 40,000 operations yearly, offering thorough imaging and treatment options for myeloma cases.