Colonoscopy in Medical Center in Solingen
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About the clinic
Colonoscopy at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen in Germany checks the large intestine and lower small intestine for signs of cancer, polyps, or inflammatory diseases. A standard colonoscopy at this clinic typically runs around $1,100, while a package involving the chief physician may cost around $3,500. The procedure is performed by a specialist who has completed thousands of endoscopic interventions, providing a high level of expertise in Solingen.
Diagnostic process and results
The examination uses a flexible endoscope with an elastic fiberglass coating. This instrument allows the doctor to view the intestinal lining clearly on a monitor. The procedure usually lasts about 10 minutes and takes place on a comfortable couch in a same-day setting. If the doctor finds suspicious areas, they perform a biopsy to collect tissue samples. These samples go directly to the on-site Institute of Pathology for histological examination. The final results are summarized in a written report, and patients receive a counseling interview to discuss the findings.
- Expertise. Prof. Dr. Boris Pfaffenbach leads the gastroenterology department and has performed over 9,000 endoscopic procedures.
- Comfort. The clinic includes mild sedation in the procedure, helping the patient remain relaxed and pain-free.
- Accreditation. The gastroenterology department is certified by the German Cancer Society (DKG).
- Academic status. The facility is an academic teaching hospital of the University of Cologne, following national medical standards.
- Service volume. The gastroenterology team performs over 1,000 interventions annually, maintaining high technical proficiency.
- Interdisciplinary review. Complex cases are reviewed by a tumor board to coordinate different medical perspectives.
Available options
Patients can choose between a standard screening or a comprehensive gastroenterology diagnostic package. The full package typically runs around $8,100 and includes additional tests like abdominal ultrasound, tumor markers, gastroscopy, and a PET-CT scan. The clinic also provides specialized diagnostics for children and adolescents through the pediatric department. For international visitors, the hospital can arrange assistance with medical document translation and local logistics. You may leave a request on Bookimed to learn more about scheduling this examination.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy | $1140 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Wedge Resection | $15000 - $28000 | |
| Chemotherapy for liver cancer | $3500 - $6500 | |
| Radiotherapy for cervical cancer | $12000 - $24000 | |
| Chemotherapy for kidney cancer | $3500 - $6500 | |
| Chemotherapy for larynx cancer | $3500 - $6500 | |
| Mastectomy | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic nephrectomy | Price on request | |
| Chemotherapy | Price on request | |
| Thyroid resection | Price on request | |
| Removal of liver cancer | Price on request |
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Medical Center in Solingen: more details about the clinic
Städtisches Klinikum Solingen consists of 15 clinics, centers and institutes and is one of the largest in the most populous state of Germany - North Rhine-Westphalia. The clinic works as the Academic Hospital of the University of Cologne.
Städtisches Klinikum Solingen has certifications of the German Trauma Center, German Cancer Society, WHO and UNICEF and TÜV RHEINLAND for safety and high quality in treatment.
The team of neurosurgeons provides 3 surgeries per day and over 1,000 surgeries per year. German specialists receive patients with brain tumors, neurotraumas, and spine tumors. They cooperate with colleagues from Boston and Cleveland Hospitals in the USA providing patients with the best medical solutions.
Prof. Ralf Buhl with over 20 years of experience heads the Department. Dr. Buhl has provided over 4,000 neurosurgeries. One of the doctor's patients is a Hollywood actor George Clooney.
The specialists of the Department receive patients with oncology, gastroenterology, blood and lymph diseases. The Department is certified by the German Cancer Society as a reliable institution for fighting with cancer.
The Head of the Department is Prof. Boris Pfaffenbach, the specialist with over 26 of experience.
Solingen Klinikum in cooperation with Sana-Klinikum Remscheid founded the Senology Clinic (Bergische Brustzentrum) to diagnose and treat patients with all types of the breast diseases including cancer of the mammary gland. The success rate of the treatment is 90%. Doctors apply systematic treatment (for instance, chemotherapy and antibody immunotherapy) and immediate breast reconstruction.The Senology Clinic offers breast plastic surgeries as well.
If you would like to find out more about specialties at Klinikum Solingen, the prices, or get an appointment, leave a request to Bookimed Doctor-Coordinator.
Bookimed and the International Department of the Hospital make arrangements for your trip, stay and transfer.
Accommodation: standard and VIP wards, meal included.
The apartment (up to 4 people) near the hospital is €50-60.
Infrastructure: cafe, shops, pharmacies are on the premises of the Hospital. The cost of the apartment rent, transport and meal in Solingen is much lower than in big German cities.
The cost for interpreter service (if required) is €35 per hour. The treatment cost in Solingen Municipal Hospital is the same for foreigners and German citizens. This means the price of the treatment is 10-20% lower than in other German hospitals with extra charges.
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"I want to express my great gratitude to my coordinator Marina Pastukhova, who advised me this clinic, and of course to the doctors of the Solingen clinic!"
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Gotenstraße 1, 42653 Solingen, Germany
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