Elvana Deshati • Stomach cancer Albania
Oct 17, 2019
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Austria, Vienna
Stomach cancer surgery in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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About the clinic
Stomach cancer surgery at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna is a specialized procedure performed at the WPK Central European Cancer Center. The hospital is known for its high standards and has been named one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek for over five consecutive years. Patients benefit from a team that integrates robotic surgery and advanced therapies like HIPEC for complex abdominal cases.
Advanced Surgical Expertise
Surgery for gastric cancer at this facility is led by highly ranked specialists. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Sebastian Schoppmann is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and ranks among the top 6% of scientists globally. He is recognized by Stanford as a specialist in esophageal and gastric cancer surgery. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Oliver Strobel also brings focused expertise in gastrointestinal oncology and is another Stanford-listed specialist at the clinic.
Modern Treatment Methods
The clinic uses several surgical and therapeutic approaches to treat stomach cancer. Surgeons prioritize minimally invasive and robotic techniques. These methods often lead to faster recovery times and shorter stays in the hospital. For advanced tumors that have spread within the abdomen, the center provides heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy, also known as HIPEC.
Every patient case undergoes a review by an interdisciplinary tumor board. This board includes experts from various fields who create a coordinated plan before any treatment starts. Treatment options at the center include:
- Robotic surgery for precise tumor removal
- Immunotherapy to help the immune system fight cancer cells
- Radiotherapy and chemotherapy protocols
- Molecular analysis to identify specific tumor characteristics
Diagnostic Precision
The facility uses detailed imaging tools such as PET-CT, SPECT-CT, and MRI to map the cancer accurately. They also offer liquid biopsy. This is a non-invasive blood test used for early tumor detection. These tools help the surgical team decide on the most effective approach for each individual case. Wiener Privatklinik holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, which confirms its adherence to international quality and safety standards.
If you are seeking a surgical consultation in Austria, you can leave a request on Bookimed to receive more information about the process.
Highlights
1871
Year of foundation
300 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Stomach cancer surgery
12000 patients per year
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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| diagnostics | Price | |
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| Consultation with an oncologist | $430 - $500 |
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
International Organization for Standardization
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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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World's Best Hospitals 2025 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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.
Additional services
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Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
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Anonymous • Prostate cancer Ukraine
Jul 5, 2026
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Thank you to your organisation and to you personally, as well as to Angelica from the host organisation, for your help!
I suppose I’d give it a 4.8, really. But that wasn’t down to you. The doctor saw me an hour and a half after the scheduled time. However, the consultation was very informative. Thank you to your organisation and to you personally, as well as to Angelica from the host organisation, for your help!
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Tetyana • Metastases in the liver Ukraine
Apr 19, 2026
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The coordination was truly outstanding
I was most concerned about the communication between my oncologists and the administrators. This aspect turned out to be impeccable. The coordination was truly outstanding. I arrived when the stage had already been determined, which simplified the process. However, to fully understand the treatment method, I had to ask clarifying questions, and only one therapy option was recommended. It's still too early to talk about changes in symptoms, as I am in the early stages of recovery. My main advice for people in similar situations seeking treatment abroad is to definitely get a second opinion.
The consultation went as usual, and I received an alternative treatment option.
I expected the doctor to tell me whether I am being treated correctly and whether radiofrequency ablation was necessary. The consultation ended quickly, and I didn't have time to ask my questions.
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Anonymous • PET/CT Ukraine
May 15, 2026
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My experience has been entirely negative. The treatment prescribed did not follow the standard protocol for this condition. Under this treatment, the condition only worsened. I was given information about the most effective treatment currently used worldwide. I never received the doctor’s conclusion following the consultation, even though I asked for it several times. And on top of everything else, judging by the result, it wasn’t worth €500. A treatment that doesn’t work, with no documentation whatsoever. Just a conversation with a professor to whom you have to ask a thousand questions and figure out the treatment options for your condition yourself, because he offers nothing and explains nothing.
Speed of service delivery
The treatment recommended by the professor at the Austrian clinic was completely at odds with standard treatment protocols
I never received the discharge summary, even though I had asked for it several times
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Anonymous • Pancreatic cancer Ukraine
Sep 26, 2019
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the trip to the clinic was usually. I got advice, paid a doctor, translator and intermediary, did not receive receipts for these payments. But I don’t understand what the bonus actually consisted of, which I ordered through Bookimed and how to really get it. After this trip, I again received a letter about the bonus, but, in my opinion, these letters really do not cost anything.
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As I wrote in the review, I did not understand what exactly the bonus promised by Bookimed was and how you can actually use it.
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Pelikangasse 15, 1090 Wien, Austria
updated 11/7/2026
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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