Parkinson's disease treatment at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel, covers comprehensive diagnostics and advanced neurosurgery. A neurological consultation may cost around $450, complex diagnostics runs about $5,250, and the innovative non-invasive HiFusMRI treatment package is typically $31,600–$36,470. The clinic pioneered the use of a focused ultrasound 'scalpel' for tremor treatment in Israel, supported by methods affiliated with Johns Hopkins.
Diagnostics for Parkinson's Disease
The clinic offers extensive neurological evaluations. The complex diagnostic package provides a full assessment.
- Consultation with neurologist
- Lumbar puncture
- MRI and CT scans
- EEG, X-ray, and ECG
- Comprehensive blood work
This process helps doctors understand the disease stage. It guides the creation of a personalized treatment plan.
Advanced Non-Invasive Treatment
The leading treatment option is HiFusMRI. This is a non-invasive ultrasound ablation performed under MRI guidance.
- Uses focused ultrasound waves as a precise scalpel.
- Targets and treats tremor without any surgical incision.
- Performed with an MRI-guided focused ultrasound system.
- Requires a hospital stay of up to two days.
The treatment package includes all necessary pre-operative steps. Patients receive thorough preparation and post-procedure care.
- Two consultations with a neurologist and one with a neurosurgeon.
- Full pre-op imaging and tests like MRI, CT, and lab work.
- Hospitalization for the procedure and a follow-up MRI scan.
Clinic Expertise and Environment
Rambam is a JCI-accredited hospital with over 4,500 staff. It performs more than 55,000 surgeries yearly. The neurological team includes specialists utilizing advanced protocols. Furthermore, the institution's research legacy is highlighted by Nobel laureates on staff. This combination ensures high-standard, innovative care for movement disorders. Patients can explore these diagnostic and treatment options for managing Parkinson's disease.
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