Thyroid Cancer Treatment Clinics Abroad — Page 7

Ewha Womans University Medical Center in Seoul offers minimally invasive robotic thyroid resection using the latest da Vinci surgical system. Diagnostics start from around A$40 for consultations and biopsy may cost around A$700–1,400. Thyroid resection typically runs A$10,600–24,000 and includes organ-saving surgery, hospital stay, and anesthesia. As a women-only multidisciplinary hospital, it specialises in high-precision thyroid cancer treatment using advanced 128-slice PET/CT and robotic surgery technology.

Private Koru Ankara Hospital is a JCI-accredited centre equipped with Gamma Knife and the Da Vinci robotic system. The hospital treats over 350,000 patients annually, offering modern oncology care. Associate Professor Emrah Eraslan specialises in thyroid cancer and is board-certified in medical oncology. Australian patients benefit from free medical second opinions, 24/7 multilingual support, and complimentary airport transfers. A dedicated International Patient Relations Department supports patients from 62 countries, ensuring smooth access to care.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is South Korea’s first digital hospital with the BESTcare safety system. Thyroid cancer surgery uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive thyroidectomy, typically running around A$21,000 to A$25,200, including hospital stay and care. Diagnostics like oncologist consultations start from around A$50, with advanced imaging such as PET/CT scans available. The clinic offers free transfers from Incheon Airport and medical interpreters for international patients. It’s GHA accredited and featured in Newsweek’s World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2023.

Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul offers JCI-accredited thyroid cancer treatment with modern tech like PET-CT and advanced radiation therapy using TrueBeam STx and Halcyon systems. Diagnostics start from around A$300 for CT and go up to A$600 for MRI. Surgical options include subtotal thyroidectomy and total thyroidectomy, typically costing from A$4,900 to A$7,700 and covering hospital stay and anesthesia. Radioiodine therapy, aiming to destroy leftover tissue, typically runs up to A$11,500 including inpatient care and follow-up. The clinic supports English-speaking patients with 24/7 emergency care and access from the international airport.

Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul is TEMOS-accredited and equipped with advanced diagnostics for thyroid cancer. The new campus has 15 operating rooms and 130 polyclinic rooms. Diagnostic options include thyroid function tests starting from around A$100 and MRI scans that may cost up to A$1,300. Specialist consultations with tailored treatment planning are available at about A$240. Dr Turkan Ozturk Topcu trained at MD Anderson and Sunnybrook, bringing expert care with a focus on thyroid cancers. The hospital welcomes Australian patients and offers English-speaking support.

Gachon University Gil Medical Center is a JCI-accredited cancer centre with advanced equipment like 3.0T MRI and Dual Source CT. Diagnostics for thyroid cancer start from extended blood analysis at around A$700, with complex scans up to around A$3,800. Thyroid resection surgery may cost around A$7,000–18,200 and includes hospital stay, surgery, and care, but not flights or extra accommodation. Located just an hour from Incheon International Airport, it offers 24/7 emergency services and telemedicine support, making it convenient for Australians.