Breast cancer treatment at Asklepios Hospital Barmbek

Asklepios Klinik Barmbek in Hamburg, Germany offers comprehensive breast cancer diagnosis and treatment packages. The outpatient diagnostic workup costs €1,500–€2,500. Dr. Scholz, Head Physician of the Breast Center, leads the multidisciplinary team. The center is certified by the German Cancer Society since 2004.

The diagnostic package includes a detailed evaluation of your condition. You receive a clinical examination by Dr. Scholz. The team performs breast ultrasound and mammography. A biopsy with histological and immunohistochemical analysis is included. Dr. Brüning, Chief of Radiology, analyzes any CT or MRI scans you bring.

Your case is presented at a weekly oncology tumor board. Specialists from surgery, radiology, oncology, and other fields discuss your situation. They create an individualized treatment plan based on your specific diagnosis.

What's Included in the Package

• Medical history and family history assessment
• Clinical examination by the head physician
• Breast ultrasound and mammography
• Biopsy with lab analysis
• Review of previous medical records
• Oncologist consultation
• Tumor board presentation
• Personalized treatment plan

The Breast Center treats one in four breast cancer patients in Hamburg. The team includes certified breast surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, radiation therapists, and plastic surgeons. Specialized breast care nurses support you throughout treatment. Psycho-oncologists and social workers are available if needed.

If surgery is necessary, the center offers breast-conserving operations when possible. Oncoplastic techniques help preserve breast appearance. Dr. Jan Passel, an oncoplastic surgery specialist, collaborates with the team for reconstructive procedures. Complete mastectomy with reconstruction options is available if required.

The diagnostic workup takes 2–3 days. Optional tests like breast MRI or additional CT scans cost extra. Translation services are available at €40–€45 per hour. The center uses state-of-the-art imaging technology for accurate diagnosis.

PET/CT scanning for metastasis detection costs €3,500. This full-body scan helps identify the primary tumor and any spread. The examination takes 2.5–3.5 hours and includes detailed imaging analysis.

Contact the International Patient Office to schedule your consultation and receive a detailed cost estimate based on your medical records.