Immunotherapy Treatment in Galenia Hospital

Immunotherapy at Hospital Galenia in Cancún, Mexico includes cancer immunotherapy, CAR-T cell therapy, and stem cell transplantation. Brain MRI may cost around $1,000–$2,000, breast or liver biopsy around $2,000, and kidney biopsy around $3,000–$3,500. The hospital holds Joint Commission International and Accreditation Canada International accreditation, with the Cancun Oncology Center on campus.

Dr. Marineé Torres Aguilar, a medical oncologist, leads immunotherapy in the oncology department’s chemotherapy area. The medical oncologist selects cancer immunotherapy based on the cancer type and each patient’s case.

Diagnostic options

• Brain MRI: Imaging that may help assess the brain; it may cost around $1,000–$2,000.
• Breast biopsy: A tissue sample test that may cost around $2,000.
• Liver biopsy: A tissue sample test that may cost around $2,000.
• Kidney biopsy: A tissue sample test that may cost around $3,000–$3,500.
• Colorectal pathology assessment: A diagnostic assessment that may cost around $3,000–$3,100.
• Laboratory testing: Clinical tests are available for routine, urgent, and specialized needs, with 24/7 service. The on-site molecular biology laboratory also performs testing.
• Oncology consultation: Patients can request an in-person or remote consultation. The hospital also has an imaging department.

Immunotherapy and cellular treatments

• Cancer immunotherapy: This systemic treatment helps the immune system attack tumors. It is considered for several cancer types, including cases with limited standard options.
• CAR-T cell therapy: The hematology department offers this cellular immunotherapy for selected blood cancers. It may create a treatment option for some cancers that were previously hard to treat.
• Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: This supportive treatment uses stem cells from peripheral blood. It may be used for leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood disorders, and can support high-dose chemotherapy while limiting severe bone marrow damage.

Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss diagnostic testing and treatment options.