Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Gamma Knife in Israel 2024
Gamma Knife Overview in Israel
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The procedure uses focused radiation, precisely targeting brain tumors, causing minimal damage to healthy tissue.
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This therapy uses focused radiation to treat spinal tumors, offering precision, non-invasive treatment, and potential quick recovery.
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Day 1 - Arrival
- Arrive in the country.
- Transfer to the clinic from the airport.
- Check into your accommodation.
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
- Complete blood count with cancer markers and a proteinogram.
- Consultation with a neurologist and a neurosurgeon.
- Pre-operative MRI or CT scan.
Day 3 - Gamma Knife Surgery
- Arrive at the clinic early in the morning.
- Receive local anesthesia.
- Gamma Knife surgery lasts about 1 to 4 hours.
- Return to your accommodation after the procedure.
Day 4 - Post-Operation
- Follow-up consultation with the neurologist and neurosurgeon.
- Post-operative MRI or CT scan if needed.
- Fly back home if cleared by doctors.
Week 1-4 - Rehabilitation
- Rest and recover at home.
- Avoid strenuous activities and sports.
- Return to work after 1 to 2 weeks if feeling well.
- Final results to be seen after 4 weeks post-operation.
Note: Each patient"s recovery timeline may vary based on individual health conditions and the complexity of the Gamma Knife surgery.
What patients like:
- Cost. The Gamma Knife cost in Israel ranges from 4500$ to 8900$. This is significantly lower than in countries like the USA where the average cost is around $25000.
- Doctor’s professionalism. Patients appreciate the high level of professionalism exhibited by doctors. They are often members of prestigious medical associations and have performed numerous Gamma Knife procedures.
- Service level. Many patients report high satisfaction with the level of service provided. This includes prompt responses, clear communication, and personalized care.
- Gamma Knife efficacy. The Gamma Knife treatment in Israel uses modern techniques and has a high success rate. Patients report successful outcomes and minimal side effects.
- Logistics. The logistics of receiving treatment in Israel are generally smooth. This includes booking appointments, hospital transfers, and accommodation arrangements.
What don't like:
- Waiting time. Some patients have reported long waiting times for appointments and procedures. This can be a source of stress and inconvenience.
- Language barrier. While many doctors and staff speak English, there can sometimes be a language barrier. This can lead to misunderstandings and frustration.
- Post-treatment follow-up. A few patients have expressed dissatisfaction with the level of follow-up care. They feel that more could be done to monitor their recovery and address any post-treatment concerns.
How Much Does Gamma Knife Cost in Israel? Find Out Now
updated 3/16/2024Israel | Turkey | Mexico | |
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Gamma Knife | - | from $5500 | - |
Gamma Knife for brain tumor | - | from $4500 | - |
Gamma-knife for spinal tumor | - | - | - |
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. |
You can send us any of these diagnostic results: MRI of one area, Ultrasound, Consultation with a neurosurgeon, MRI of the brain 3.0 T, etc. The doctor will analyze the structure and functionality of the brain, identify any abnormalities or lesions, assess the tumor size, and determine the tumor"s exact location in the brain.
Gamma Knife® is used in over 70,000 patients for treatment each year. This is explained by high effectiveness and safety.
Below you can see Gamma Knife price list provided by the best medical centers in the world. Learn info about hospitals, compare Gamma Knife procedure costs and select the best option for you.
Gamma Knife treatment is performed in Sorasky Radiology Department. A neuro-oncologist appoints the procedure after complete examination of a patient. It is carried out by a radiologist.
The procedure takes 0.5-2 hours. A patient is conscious, and only soft sedatives are applied.
The Gamma Knife treatment is painless, no incisions are necessary.
Elekta Gamma Knife is used at Sourasky. Its accuracy is up to 0.2 mm, so healthy tissues do not receive radiation. It makes Gamma Knife one of the safest treatment methods.
Gamma Knife surgery price is calculated individually after establishing a precise diagnosis.
accreditations:
Sheba Medical Center is one of the best hospitals in Israel and in the world. Newsweek International Magazine ranked Sheba Hospital in TOP 10 world's hospital in 2020. The hospital covers 1,990 specialties and over 1,500,000 patients all around the world visit Sheba Hospital for treatment every year.
accreditations:
Schneider Children's Medical Center it is international medical center in Petah-Tikva, which takes children with any disease and health problems. It is a leader in variety of medical directions. Owing to highly qualified personal, who surround the care of young patients and carry through maximum effective treatment, reviews of this clinic are full of sincere gratitude.
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FAQ about Gamma Knife in Israel
What factors affect a Gamma Knife surgery cost?
A Gamma Knife treatment cost depends on the following factors:
- Country for treatment. The prices for treatment with Gamma Knife varies from country to country. For instance, the most affordable therapy costs for therapy are in Turkey — 2-3 times cheaper than in South Korea or Western European countries, for instance. This is explained by a general living wage within the states, the quality of treatment remains the same.
- Number of treatment sessions with Gamma Knife. The cost of Gamma Knife treatment depends on the size of a tumor and the number of required therapeutic sessions. Only a doctor can determine the exact Gamma Knife procedure cost in your case.
Submit a request to get a detailed price list and schedule the treatment in a chosen hospital.
What does a Gamma Knife price include?
The Gamma Knife cost is pointed for 1 cycle in the listing. Anesthesia and admission are not required. A patient can pay additionally for a consultation with a doctor.
How to get a personalized Gamma Knife radiosurgery cost?
- Submit a request to Bookimed. Describe your medical issue and requirements about treatment.
- Attach your medical records, so Bookimed manager will send them to a chosen hospital.
- The medical center calculates a personalized cost of Gamma Knife treatment for your case.
How to choose Gamma Knife center?
When choosing the best Gamma Knife surgery center, take into account:
- Gamma Knife unit effectiveness for treatment of a particular disease;
- neurologists, neurosurgeons, and radiologists qualification;
- diagnostic program accuracy.
One more criterion is Gamma Knife treatment cost. For instance, Gamma Knife surgery price in Turkey or India is 2-3 times lower than in Europe or Korea. Despite the affordable cost, the effectiveness is the same.
Gamma Knife treatment centers work according to strict international medical protocols.
When Gamma Knife radiosurgery is prescribed?
Indications for Gamma Knife surgery
Doctors apply Gamma Knife to treat:
- brain tumors (up to 3.5 cm in size)
- neuralgia
- vascular malformations
- glaucoma and oncological eye diseases.
The latest Gamma Knife unit is applied to treat tumors of the brain and spinal cord.
Contraindications for Gamma Knife surgery
Gamma Knife is ineffective in case of big neoplasms. The method is not used if:
- tumor size is more than 3.5 cm
- a tumor grows rapidly
- a neoplasm has no clear boundaries
- a patient has increased intracranial pressure
- a patient is in a critical condition (cerebral edema, infections, cardiovascular diseases, exacerbation of chronic diseases).
The effect of Gamma Knife treatment is delayed and can be estimated 3-6 months after irradiation.
How Gamma Knife procedure is performed?
Gamma-ray irradiation concentrates in the target determined by a radiologist. The rays affect diseased cells and stop their growth. Gamma Knife is harmless for healthy cells and surrounding tissues.
What is the difference between Gamma Knife and other methods?
Incisions are not necessary for Gamma Knife session. There is no risk of bleeding, infections or damage to healthy tissues.
Full therapeutic effect is achieved after 1 procedure. When other types if radiosurgery (CyberKnife, Novalis linear accelerator) are applied, a patient receives 5-15 treatment cycles.
The accuracy of ray influence is up to 0.3 mm.
The treatment does not require hospitalization and rehabilitation period. A patient can return to usual lifestyle right after the irradiation.
Preparation for Gamma Knife procedure
A doctor detects tumor size and location using CT or MRI. In case of vascular brain malformations, specialists conduct angiography.
Before irradiation, a radiologist develops a treatment plan using MRI and angiography data. This plan is sent to Gamma Knife unit console.
The Gamma Knife radiosurgery cost is calculated after the complete diagnostics.
Gamma Knife procedure process
A patient is placed on the table. A doctor fixes the head in the special stereotactic frame. Soft sedatives are injected so a patient feels comfortable.
The apparatus directs the irradiation inside the tumor. It detects tumor size according to the treatment plan and coordinates frame.
The treatment takes from 10 minutes to several hours. The duration depends on the number of targets, their shape, and size. It also affects the Gamma Knife treatment cost.
During therapy, a doctor controls and communicates with a patient through video/audio monitoring.
After irradiation
When the procedure is over, a patient can return to usual lifestyle. The effect is not immediate, so a patient needs to undergo regular MRI. This way a doctor observes Gamma Knife therapy efficiency.
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