


Funnel chest deformity Treatment in Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
About the clinic
The Nordwest Clinic in Frankfurt, Germany, offers a complete range of treatments for funnel chest deformity (pectus excavatum). Diagnostic imaging like a CT scan may cost around $1,014, while a detailed video consultation to create an individual treatment plan runs from 730 to 1,160 EUR. Dr. Stefanie Veit, the head of the thoracic surgery department, has performed over 1,100 procedures in her 24-year career.
Consultation and Planning
Treatment begins with a video consultation. This detailed discussion typically costs between 730 and 1,160 EUR. Patients receive an individual treatment plan developed by the specialist team.
Available Diagnostics
The clinic provides a full diagnostic workup to assess the chest deformity. Options include:
- CT scan to visualize bone structure
- MRI of the spine or other areas
- Laboratory tests to check overall health
Surgical Treatment Options
Nordwest Clinic offers three main surgical techniques for correction.
- The Nuss procedure is a minimally invasive surgery. A surgeon places a custom metal bar behind the breastbone through small incisions. This method offers a shorter recovery time.
- The Ravitch procedure is a traditional open surgery. It is often suitable for more severe or complex cases of funnel chest.
- A Nuss and Ravitch combination surgery uses a hybrid approach. This method customizes the correction for patients with complex deformities.
Clinic and Doctor Expertise
Dr. Stefanie Veit leads the thoracic surgery department. She has 24 years of experience and is a member of the German Society of Thoracic Surgery. The clinic is ESMO and TÜV accredited. It is also recognized as a Focus Top Hospital. This German facility is an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Patients can discuss these advanced surgical options with an experienced specialist to find the right approach.
Highlights
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Lab tests | $849.32 | |
| CT (computer tomography) | $1000.57 | |
| MRI of the spine cord | $1396.14 | |
| MRI of one area | $800 - $1000 |
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Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus): more details about the clinic
Nordwest Krankenhaus is remarkable for:
- Center for Oncology and Hematology of Nordwest Clinic passed ESMO certification. There are only 22 clinics of similar level in the world.
- Heads of Departments of the Clinic are regularly listed among the Top doctors of Germany.
- Studies of national and global importance are conducted in research laboratories.
- The only Center in the region certified for the treatment with focused ultrasound (FUS) belongs to the Hospital. In 2011 the Time magazine named FUS among the 50 best inventions of the decade.
Nordwest Academic Hospital is a multidisciplinary medical institution. It consists of 5 research institutes, 11 specialized clinics and 17 certified centers. Nordwest Krankenhaus accepts about 25,000 patients per year.
Profiling areas:
- Oncology;
- Traumatology and Orthopedics;
- Cardiology;
- Neurology;
- Gynecology;
- Urology;
- Surgery.
Oncology
Oncology and Hematology Center is accredited by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). It includes:
- Highly specialized centers for the treatment of various cancers;
- Branch of the Ludwig American Institute of Clinical Research;
- Palliative Department.
The Center is headed by Professor Elke Jaeger — one of the best doctors according to the Focus magazine. Professor Jaeger ensures high priority of the development and clinical trials of cancer vaccines, targeted therapy (the use of drugs that can attack cancer cells without damaging healthy cells).
Hematology Department is headed by Professor Eckhart Weidmann, a specialist of world renown. He is a member of the American Association for Cancer Research, the European Cancer Society, and others. His work relates to the methods of diagnostics and treatment of T-cell lymphoma, various forms of multiple myeloma. Dr. Weidmann has received an award from the American Academy of Cancer.
Traumatology and Orthopedics
The Head of Department, Professor Christoph Rangger is a doctor of great competence who has access to high complexity operations. He is a practicing surgeon, a recognized expert in the field of orthopedics and trauma surgery, specialist in the treatment of all disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Dr. Rangger is licensed by the state to educate other doctors in the field of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery.
Cardiology
Cardiology Service has a special clinical status. It has all the advanced and high-precision medical developments. In-depth diagnostics of heart pathologies are carried out there. Hybrid operating room allows to simultaneously perform complex manipulations on the heart and blood vessels. The Cardiologic Department accepts more than 5,000 patients annually.
Gynecology
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is equipped with medical technology of newest generation. Diagnostics is made by Professor Eberhard Merz, one of the developers of the three-dimensional ultrasound. His scientific works have been translated into several languages. Dr. Merz is also the writer of a two-volume handbook on gynecology.
Neurology
Neurology Clinic of Nordwest Krankenhaus is among the largest specialized institutions in Germany. It includes an Intensive Care Unit and Neurological Unit. National and international studies on the treatment of stroke and multiple sclerosis are conducted there.
The Neurology Clinic is managed by Prof. Uta-Meyding Lamade. She was given the title of nobility of the Sultanate for the development of neurology in Brunei.
Urology
Unique Certified Center for the treatment of prostate cancer is headed by Professor Eduard Becht. Being a recognized expert in the field of oncological and pediatric urology, he performs all kinds of urological surgery in men and women.
Surgery
The hospital employs leading surgeons in Germany:
- vascular and thoracic surgeon, Professor Max Zegelman;
- a specialist in surgery of internal organs, Professor Thomas Kraus, who manages a certified Center for Surgical Treatment of Hernias. He is a state-wide expert in surgery of the pancreas and has performed more than 3,000 operations on the intestine.
Nordwest specialists work in close collaboration with leading medical institutions around the world. This approach allows to quickly provide assistance even in challenging clinical situations.
Accommodation conditions
International patients are placed to the department with superior comfort. All wards are single, accommodation conditions correspond to those in a hotel. Each ward is provided with:
- WiFI;
- shower;
- toiletries;
- plasma TV with international channels;
- three meals a day, with a choice of dishes.
The department has a rest area. It offers free coffee, tea and other drinks, fruits to the patients. A patient may be accommodated in a regular room (single or double) - optional.
Nordwest provides translation services for the duration of stay of the patient in the clinic.
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Steinbacher Hohl 2-26, 60488 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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