Lung cancer treatment at Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul offers comprehensive lung cancer treatment. Diagnostics such as a PET CT scan cost around $750, a single chemotherapy session may cost around $2,050, and surgery with a 5-day hospital stay typically runs between $20,000 and $30,000. The clinic's head oncologist, Dr. Tahsin Ozadli, specializes in lung cancer with over 21 years of experience and 1,100 procedures performed.

The diagnostic process aims for accurate tumor characterization. It starts with an initial examination priced at around $150. Available tests include tumor marker blood tests, CT and PET-CT scans, and MRI imaging. A full diagnostic package integrating multiple tests for precise staging may cost from $5,500 to $7,500.

Treatment Options

The clinic provides a full spectrum of lung cancer treatments.

• Surgery: For early-stage cancer, definitive treatment is lung resection with lymph node dissection. This is available as traditional or minimally invasive Da Vinci robotic surgery. The surgical package includes a 5-night hospitalization, consultation, imaging, and pathology.
• Medical Therapies: Treatment protocols are personalized. Options include standard chemotherapy, immunotherapy with agents like Keytruda, and combined chemo-immunotherapy for a synergistic effect. Radiation therapy, including Tomotherapy and CyberKnife, is also offered.

Medical Team and Accreditation

Dr. Tahsin Ozadli leads the oncology care. He brings extensive expertise from his training at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital. The hospital itself holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate and accreditation from the Turkish Medical Association. This ensures care meets recognized international standards.

Each treatment plan is developed individually based on diagnostic results. To explore personalized options for lung cancer care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, you can request more information.