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Austria, Vienna
Esophageal cancer Treatment in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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About the clinic
Esophageal cancer treatment at Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) in Vienna, Austria, combines advanced surgical techniques with personalized therapy plans. Diagnostic options include oncology consultations starting around $400, while imaging such as an MRI of one area may cost $600–$700 and PET-MRI typically runs $1,800–$3,500. The hospital holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and earned a place on the Newsweek World's Best Hospitals list for several years.
Expert diagnostics and staging
The clinic uses molecular diagnostics and liquid biopsy to identify tumor markers. Staging is vital for choosing the right treatment path. Patients have access to a variety of imaging tools to determine the extent of the disease:
- Consultation with an oncologist. An initial review of the medical history and symptoms.
- MRI and CT scans. Detailed images of internal structures and surrounding tissues.
- PET-MRI and PET-CT. Advanced scans that show both the location and metabolic activity of the tumor.
- Endoscopy with biopsy. A procedure to collect tissue samples for laboratory analysis.
- Molecular analysis. Testing that helps select specific drugs based on tumor genetics.
Multidisciplinary treatment program
The WPK Academy Central European Cancer Center uses an interdisciplinary tumor board. Specialists from different fields meet to review every case before treatment begins. This group creates a personalized plan that may combine surgery, radiotherapy, and systemic therapies. The clinic follows a workflow from diagnosis through to aftercare to support patient recovery.
Surgical and systemic options
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Sebastian Schoppmann FACS leads surgical efforts for esophageal and gastric cancer. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Schoppmann is a recognized expert included in the Stanford 2024 list of the world's best doctors. He uses minimally invasive and robotic techniques to remove tumors while protecting healthy tissue.
Other treatment methods available at the clinic include:
- Esophageal cancer surgery. Specialized procedures focused on tumor removal using modern surgical equipment.
- Radiotherapy. Provided at the on-site Amethyst radiotherapy center using precise, image-guided technology.
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Systemic treatments that target cancer cells throughout the body.
- Targeted therapy. Medication used within the Central European Cancer Center based on molecular diagnostic results.
International patients at the clinic receive assistance with airport transfers, interpreter services, and hotel bookings. You can request a consultation for esophageal cancer treatment at Wiener Privatklinik through the Bookimed platform.
Highlights
1871
Year of foundation
300 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Esophageal cancer Treatment
12000 patients per year
Leading oncologist
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Treatments prices in the clinic
Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Oncology
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| PET-MRI | $1800 - $3500 | |
| MRI of one area | $560 - $670 | |
| Consultation with an oncologist | $430 - $500 |
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hospital accreditations of quality
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek
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World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
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ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
World's Best Hospitals 2026 by Newsweek
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World's Best Hospitals 2026 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
World's Best Hospitals 2025 by Newsweek
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK): more details about the clinic
Austria, Vienna
The Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) is a private hospital in the university quarter of Vienna, Austria, next to the Vienna General Hospital and the Medical University of Vienna. Founded in 1871 and led since 1995 by a group of physicians, it works with more than 300 recognised doctors across over 30 specialities, and around 45 percent of its patients come from more than 20 countries. The clinic has 145 beds, seven wards and its own operating theatres, combining hospital medicine with a hotel standard of care.
Central European Cancer Center
Oncology is the clinic's central focus. The WPK Academy Central European Cancer Center brings together surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and pathologists, and every case is discussed by an interdisciplinary tumour board before treatment begins. Care covers the full path from diagnosis to therapy, using:
- Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
- Radiotherapy
- Immunotherapy and chemotherapy
- Heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for tumours in the abdomen
The centre is especially strong in cancers of the:
- Breast, prostate and urinary tract
- Skin
- Lung
- Digestive organs
- Head and neck
- Gynaecological organs
- Bone and soft tissue
It is led by Prof. Christoph Zielinski, and its team includes cancer surgeons such as the thoracic surgeon Prof. Walter Klepetko.
Diagnosis and Early Detection
Diagnostics are gathered under one roof, so results are available quickly and without repeated appointments. Imaging includes MRI, CT, PET-CT and SPECT-CT, alongside endoscopy and molecular analysis. The clinic also offers liquid biopsy, a blood test that can detect signs of a tumour at an early stage.
Surgery and Other Specialities
Beyond oncology, the WPK covers:
- General and abdominal surgery
- Orthopaedics and traumatology
- Sports medicine
- Urology
- Gastroenterology and hepatology
- Cardiovascular medicine
- ENT
The Millesi Center at the clinic focuses on peripheral nerve surgery, using microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. An on-site radiotherapy centre is run with Amethyst, and an aeromedical centre offers pilot fitness examinations. Patients can also request an independent second opinion.
Quality and Recognition
The Wiener Privatklinik is certified to ISO 9001:2015 by Quality Austria for its quality management, patient care and safety. It has been named one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek and Statista for six years running, from 2021 to 2026, and was recognised by Deloitte as one of Austria's Best Managed Companies in 2025.
International Patients
A dedicated team supports international patients with appointments, cost estimates, translation and the organisation of their stay. Information is available in several languages, and the clinic is a short distance from the city centre and airport.
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