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What's the cost for Oncology procedures in Austria?

Oncology treatment in Austria typically costs from $26,400 to $101,100. Prices vary based on the specific cancer type, the chosen therapy protocol, and whether the facility is public or private. While costs are competitive for European standards, patients can save approximately 20-30% compared to similar private care in the US.

Typical Oncology Costs in Austria

  • Consultation with an oncologist: $200 – $400
  • Colonoscopy: $1,200 – $1,800
  • Immunotherapy: Price on request
  • Immunotherapy with Keytruda: Price on request
  • Bone marrow transplantation: $140,000 – $190,000
  • Chemotherapy: $2,500 – $5,500
  • Radiofrequency ablation: $15,000 – $21,000
  • Hysterectomy: Price on request
  • CyberKnife: $50,000 – $80,000
  • Radiotherapy: $12,000 – $24,000

Most specialized oncology centers are located in Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. Prices in Vienna are often higher due to the concentration of university clinics, while other regions may offer slightly lower rates. Consult with a specialist to get accurate pricing for your specific medical case.

TurkeyAustriaSpain
Thyroid resection from $3,500from $10,000from $10,000
Stomach cancer surgeryfrom $22,320from $30,000from $25,000
Removal of spinal cord tumorfrom $9,650from $50,000from $40,000
Removal of liver cancerfrom $10,800from $40,000from $35,000
Removal of colon cancerfrom $14,400from $20,000from $18,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of June 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 8 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Wiener Privatklinik
Confraternitaet & Goldenes Kreuz Private Hospital
Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
Radiotherapy center Amethyst Radiotherapy Austria

Top Oncology centers in Austria

  • Wiener Privatklinik, Austria
  • Confraternitaet & Goldenes Kreuz Private Hospital, Austria
  • Vienna General Hospital (AKH), Austria
  • Radiotherapy center Amethyst Radiotherapy Austria, Austria
  • Döbling Private Hospital, Austria

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David Kuczer

26 years of experience

Dr. David Kuczer is a specialist in radio-oncology with many years of experience in cancer diagnosis and treatment. He offers fast access to precise radiotherapy based on current scientific standards.

He is a member of the Cancer Center at the Vienna Private Clinic. He presents each patient to the in-house tumor board. This allows an interdisciplinary discussion by an internationally renowned team and helps select the best treatment.

All radiation treatments are provided in close cooperation with Amethyst Radiotherapy at the Vienna Private Clinic.

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Christoph Zielinski

44 years of experience

Prof. Zielinski pioneered personalized cancer immunotherapy, leading Austria's largest oncology department at Vienna General Hospital and Wiener Privatklinik's International Oncology Center.

  • Published 600+ scientific papers on advanced cancer therapies
  • Founder of Vienna's Comprehensive Cancer Center, integrating care and research
  • Former President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group
  • 44 years of experience specializing in oncology, hematology, and immunotherapy
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Harald Rosen

41 years of experience

41 years of experience specializing in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures – Dr. Rosen combines surgical precision with internal medicine expertise at Wiener Privatklinik.

  • Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy for complex cases
  • Pioneered modern endoscopic surgical methods in Austria
  • Focuses on minimally invasive treatments for quicker recovery
  • Specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies and liver diseases
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Florian Fitzal

20 years of experience

Prof. Fitzal leads Vienna's Breast Health Center – pioneering breast-conserving techniques that balance cancer control with aesthetic outcomes.

  • Professor of Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
  • Specializes in tumor biology and reconstructive techniques
  • Leads international clinical studies on breast cancer treatment
  • Senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik

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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.
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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
Sosna Franciszek • Pancreatic cancer
Hungary
Jun 18, 2018
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I was not in the hospital. I asked just a second opinion. I was very disappointed, because I was working a lot to translate all the documentation into English, and finally I was discussing with doctor only 10 minutes, and the level of the discussion was very poor. Practically I did not get anything for 400 EUR.

Reply from Professor Johaness Drach:
Second opinion is given on the basis of a thorough analyses of provided medical reports. The procedure lasts as long until all questions of the patient have been clarified. If necessary specialists of other disciplines are also involved. The patient always receive a written statement.
Anonymous • Pancreatic cancer
Ukraine
Sep 26, 2019
Verified review.
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.
About Bookimed service
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.
Anonymous • Online Consultation with Oncologist
Romania
Mar 28, 2024
Verified review.
I had a terrible experience. Dr. Zielinski was dismissive and rushed me, he hasn't answered my questions and he asked me for more tests in order to speak about treatment plans when I was told previously that I didn't need any tests in order to proceed with the consultation and receive a treatment plan. He didn't bother to explain the disease or treatment options. I was looking forward to speak to him and I put so much hope. I needed someone to explain and guide me. I was left with such a bed feeling after the consultation. No empathy and no professionalism. Bookimed apologise but they said that they can't do anything because I paid directly the clinic, even if they are the intermediary they don't take responsibility, so be very careful when booking any services. I wasted 400 euros for 10 minutes that I was trying to make a few questions in order to get some value for the money but the only thing I got was disappointment, frustration, stress and time waste for arguing. I asked for at least to have some questions asked in writing so I could get something back for my money, but they refused, and they said that the consultation was compleated. In the first place, they said that I had a second consultation for free because it wasn't compleated, and then they said it was a mistake and the consultation was compleated. Please be careful where you spend your money and put your hopes because they don't care about taking advantage of ill people in order to make money. Probably are not all the same but my experience was awful and I am very disappointed. Some become doctors because they want to help people and others have no feelings or empathy. I hope this helps whoever is reading and I hope you find a better option than I did with a doctor that cares and will help you. God bless.
Шовкет • Thyroid cancer
Israel
Sep 9, 2021
Verified review.
The quality of the services provided is at a high level
The trip to the clinic went smoothly and without incident. We were met at the airport, helped with renting an apartment on a daily basis and introduced us to the clinic. Special thanks to Roman Baranov for his very necessary and qualified assistance, his willingness to help and solve all the problems that arise, both in terms of logistics and in terms of medical service.
About Bookimed service
The trip to the clinic went smoothly and without incident. They met us at the airport, helped us rent an apartment on a daily basis, and introduced us to the clinic. Special thanks to Roman Baranov for his much needed and qualified assistance, his willingness to help and solve all the problems that arise both in terms of logistics and in terms of medical services.
Nataliya Nechytaylo • Consultation with an oncologist
Austria
Oct 1, 2019
Verified review.
Preparation for surgery, operation itself and post-surgery care were performed with utmost care and professionalism
The medical team was very professional,available at a short notice, explaining the options, and ready to answer any questions. All necessary medical tests have been done quickly. The preparation for surgery, operation itself and post-surgery care were performed with utmost care and professionalism, overall hospital environment was calming, which helped to reduce the stress associated with surgery and diagnosis. It would be good to have an accurate estimate of costs in advance to make an informed decision.
About Bookimed service
So far I am very satisfied with the support from Bookimed: they have contacted upon request within 24 hours, proposed travel assistance, different options of facilities/doctors for diagnosis, guided through the medical assessment process, made schedules of visits/tests/surgery at the shortest possible time, provided translation of medical documentation, have been accompanying to the visits/tests on spot at the clinic and helped with formalities/German language. Additionally, after the actual estimate of surgery costs have been higher compared to initial estimation, Bookimed was looking for ways to find the savings and negotiate the price. It was very helpful to keep in touch with Bookimed staff almost on a daily basis, with two of them: a remote manager and on-site representative, who co-ordinated well with each other. I would have a small suggestion: to provide a little bit more detail on the schedule of tests/hospital admission and needed preparation.
Ольга Boyko • Sarcoma
Russian Federation
Feb 25, 2019
Verified review.
"We agreed and did not regret it!!!"Return: About the doctor: "We talked with the doctor, he looked at the child, answered all our questions!" About the clinic: "The clinic is not at all like a hospital, like a hotel" About the results: "The operation was successful!!!" About the experience: "One feels that a person is interested in helping people!!! We have been looking for a clinic for a long time; not all clinics were ready to operate the child's clinic! And he offered Skype with a professor at the Vienna clinic, we agreed and did not regret it!!! Pavel connected with the coordinator at this clinic and with the girl who helped organize the trip (visa documents, accommodation, meeting at the airport, even translation, Thank you very much Barbara)))
We were looking for a clinic for a child, wrote Bookimed, our coordinator was Pavel !!! One feels that a person is interested in helping people !!! We have been looking for a clinic for a long time; not all clinics were ready to operate the child's clinic! And he offered Skype with a professor at the Vienna clinic, we agreed and did not regret it !!! We talked with the doctor, he looked at the child, answered all our questions! After us, Pavel connected with the coordinator at this clinic and with the girl who helped organize the trip (visa documents, accommodation, meeting at the airport, even translation, Thank you very much Barbara))). Lived 3 minutes from the clinic !!! we went to the clinic all examinations in 1 day, the coordinator of the clinic accompanied us everywhere, even 2, Nastya and Roman! The clinic is not at all like a hospital, like a hotel)
Ivan • Lobectomy
Bulgaria
Jan 24, 2019
Verified review.
Angelina Ivanenko was my contact in Bookimed and even she was on vacation for the Christmas holidays she did not put on hold the communication
Very fast reaction from Bookimed in communication. Initial discussion was for an appointment in AKH and subsequently we have been forwarded to the Privatklinik. The Klinik looks very well managed. We still did not proceed with the treatment and I'm not currently able to share opinion about the Clinic itself and the treatment (will come back soon, once have treatment there). I've been in the Wiener Privatklinik for a consultation. I manage to meet the exact doctors/professors for which I was looking for a contact and did a good job. The whole story was organized and managed by Bookimed with care for the patient. Angelina Ivanenko was my contact in Bookimed and even she was on vacation for the Christmas holidays she did not put on hold the communication. For us this was very important that we are not losing time.
Sona • Breast cancer surgery
Slovakia
Apr 20, 2024
Verified review.
SUPPORT FROM BOOKIMED and VIENNER HOSPITAL ARE 200% BETTER THAN WE HAVE EXPECTED
ALL WAS PERFECT, SUPPORT FROM BOOKIMED and VIENNER HOSPITAL ARE 200% BETTER THAN WE HAVE EXPECTED. PRICE WAS REASONABLE. TIME NEED FOR ANYTHING WAS ULTRA SHORT, WHICH MAYBE EVEN SAVE MY LIFE. I WANT THANK TO EVERYBODY INVOLVED.
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Valeria Winkler • Chemotherapy
United Kingdom
Aug 14, 2019
Verified review.
"She is calm, supportive, positive and always but always replies to my emails and my questions
All is good. My dad is being treated in Wienna clinic and Profesor Dr. Zielinski is amazing. So thank you. We are very happy that dad is in good hands..Valeria xx Angelina is an amazing Bookimed manager. She helped me so much that I cant thank her enough. She is calm, supportive, positive and always but always replies to my emails and my questions. :-) thank you Angelina. You truly are an angel. Thank you also to Aleksandr. Thank you for your support and messages.
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Angelina is an amazing bookimed manager. She helped me so much that I cant thank her enough. She is calm, supportive, positive and always but always replies to my emails and my questions. :-) thank you Angelina. You truly are an angel. Thank you also to Aleksandr. Thank you for your support and messages.
Sergei Makarenia • Prostate cancer
Belarus
Feb 21, 2024
Verified review.
wonderful doctor
I liked everything, clear and to the point. Good translator, wonderful doctor
Fast and clear
Everything is fine
Anonymous • PET/CT
Romania
Jun 29, 2019
Verified review.
If I know that everything dar being done through intermediaries, I do not think I would have turned to your service.
Андрей • Melanoma
Moldova
Oct 21, 2019
Verified review.
The results were very satisfactory
We are happy with the visit, I would like to elaborate on the cost of procedures and treatment for each position, sometimes I need help with parsing the procedure (this is a little inconvenient)
Anonymous • Online Consultation with Oncologist
Ukraine
Mar 2, 2025
Verified review.
All in all, it's all good
Dijana • Online Consultation with Oncologist
Germany
Jun 23, 2024
Verified review.
Sehr nette Team alles prima!
Kooperation mit dem Arzt und Menagmen
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Einfache und schnelle Terminvergabe

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Updated: 05/15/2026
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FAQ about Oncology in Austria

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Why is Austria considered a leading destination for oncology treatment?

Austria leads oncology care through high survival rates and rapid access to new targeted therapies. Centres like Wiener Privatklinik and Vienna General Hospital (AKH) integrate research with clinical practice. Patients benefit from precision-guided radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and multidisciplinary tumour boards that individualise every treatment plan.

  • Modern technology: Amethyst Radiotherapy Austria uses Elekta Versa HD for precision-guided treatment.
  • Academic expertise: Specialists like Prof. Dr Christoph C. Zielinski lead research-integrated programmes.
  • Specialised care: Dedicated centres focus on complex cases like thoracic and haematologic oncology.
  • Rapid diagnostics: Facilities offer PET/CT and whole-body MRI for fast, accurate cancer staging.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Many countries offer standard chemotherapy. However, Austrian centres like Amethyst Radiotherapy Austria specialise in reducing treatment times through stereotactic regimes. For example, their prostate schedules can take only 7 sessions instead of the usual 39. This efficiency results from using real-time imaging and high-precision linear accelerators.

Patient Consensus: Patients find the hospital environments calming. They note that medical teams are professional and available at short notice. They appreciate the smooth logistics, fast diagnostic testing, and the high level of care from professors in Vienna.

How are cancer treatment decisions made in Austrian hospitals?

Austrian hospitals make cancer treatment decisions through multidisciplinary tumour boards. Specialists in oncology, surgery, and radiology review each case together to create evidence-based strategies. This approach follows the National Cancer Framework Programme. This programme sets priorities for hospital stays and treatment history.

  • Tumour board review: Specialists like Dr David Kuczer present every case to in-house boards.
  • Expert collaboration: Professors from the Medical University of Vienna provide academic-level clinical input.
  • Precision planning: Centres use PET/CT and MRI to tailor therapies to specific diagnoses.
  • Personalised care: Plans consider systemic options like immunotherapy from Price on request to Price on request .

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that top private facilities in Vienna, such as Wiener Privatklinik, use physicians who are also professors at major university hospitals. This allows patients to access university research and clinical trials in a comfortable private setting. This combination often results in faster diagnostic turnarounds compared to public systems.

Patient Consensus: Patients in Austria value knowing which doctor leads the plan. They appreciate when teams explain why they chose specific surgery or chemotherapy sequences. Experience shows that seeking a second opinion is a common way to clarify timing and treatment intensity.

What does personalised oncology involve in Austrian clinics?

Personalised oncology in Austria replaces standard regimens with custom therapies based on a tumour's genetic profile. Specialists use molecular diagnostics to identify specific mutations. This allows doctors like Prof. Dr Christoph C. Zielinski to match patients with targeted systemic inhibitors or immunotherapies. These treatments spare healthy tissue.

  • Molecular profiling: Pathologists evaluate cancer genes using next-generation sequencing for precise targeting.
  • Tumour board review: Experts at Wiener Privatklinik review genomic data to create custom roadmaps.
  • Targeted treatment: Specialists like Dr Wolfgang Köstler use systemic inhibitors designed for specific biomarkers.
  • Clinical trial access: University hubs coordinate trials for rare or therapy-resistant cancer strains.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Vienna's medical landscape offers a rare integration between private and university hubs. Prominent specialists like Prof. Dr Walter Klepetko hold primary roles at the Medical University of Vienna. They also see patients at Wiener Privatklinik. This gives private patients direct access to research-based protocols and university-level molecular pathology without public wait times.

Patient Consensus: Patients in Austria value the rapid turnaround for scans and consultations. They often note that the clinics feel more like high-end hotels than hospitals. This helps reduce the stress of intensive treatment.

How specialised are surgical oncologists in Austria?

Surgical oncologists in Austria specialise by organ group, such as the breast or gastrointestinal tract. The country has no formal surgical oncology board certification. Instead, surgeons register under general or visceral subspecialties. High case volumes help specialists maintain technical skills and follow European Society of Surgical Oncology standards.

  • Multidisciplinary approach: All surgeons collaborate through central tumour boards to plan intensive treatment pathways.
  • Organ-specific focus: Surgeons like Dr Walter Klepetko specialise exclusively in complex thoracic oncology.
  • Specialised technology: Specialists use robotic systems and intraoperative neuromonitoring to protect nerve function during surgery.
  • Clinical leadership: Prof. Dr Florian Fitzal leads breast reconstruction surgery with over 20 years of experience.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Austrian oncology centres like Wiener Privatklinik use a unique professor-led model. Most senior surgeons also hold professorships at the Medical University of Vienna. This means they are both active researchers and high-volume practitioners. Patients gain faster access to experimental protocols and precision-guided surgical techniques not available elsewhere.

Patient Consensus: Patients in Austria appreciate the professional medical teams and short waiting times for tests. They often note that the clinic environments feel more like comfortable hotels than hospitals.

What advanced oncology therapies are available in Austria?

Austria offers oncology therapies including ion beam and proton therapy, immunotherapy, and personalised targeted treatments. Centres like Wiener Privatklinik and Amethyst Radiotherapy Austria use multidisciplinary tumour boards to design plans for complex cases. They also provide quick access to specialised PET/CT diagnostics.

  • Particle therapy: Delivers focused proton or carbon ion beams to treat intricate tumours precisely.
  • Radiotherapy: Uses Elekta Versa HD technology for real-time tumour tracking and image-guided treatments.
  • Immunotherapy: Includes programmed cellular treatments and monoclonal antibodies like Keytruda to destroy cancer cells.
  • Nuclear medicine: Provides targeted radioligand therapies for advanced prostate and neuroendocrine tumours in Vienna.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking radiotherapy in Vienna benefit from compressed schedules. Some clinics, such as Amethyst Radiotherapy, offer stereotactic prostate regimens in just seven sessions. This compares to the conventional 39 sessions. This efficiency stems from using integrated MRI and ConeBeam CT planning. This allows for higher precision and fewer hospital visits.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that the Austrian hospital environment feels more like a hotel. This helps reduce the stress of surgery and diagnosis. They value the quick turnaround for medical tests and the coordinated support for international visitors.

Can international patients request a second opinion from Austrian oncologists?

International patients can request expert second opinions from Austrian oncologists. This is done through remote record reviews or in-person consultations. Leading centres in Vienna provide these services. They often use multidisciplinary tumour boards to review complex cases. Specialists can assess diagnosis and treatment plans within a few business days.

  • Remote reviews: Specialists review scans and pathology reports sent securely without requiring travel.
  • Expert access: Consultation with an oncologist typically costs from $200 to $400.
  • Academic expertise: Many specialists are professors at the Medical University of Vienna.
  • Clinical pathways: Centres like Wiener Privatklinik offer dedicated International Oncology Center support.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Clinics with high ratings, like Wiener Privatklinik, often handle diagnostic work-ups in just 1 day. Moving quickly from a remote second opinion to on-site testing helps international patients. Choosing a facility with academic links to the Medical University of Vienna provides access to specialists. These doctors are often involved in current cancer research.

Patient Consensus: Patients in Austria note that consultations are professional. It is essential to have all medical records translated into English or German beforehand. Many appreciate using video calls for initial assessments to discuss treatment options before travelling.

What is the typical timeframe for commencing cancer treatment in Austria?

Cancer treatment in Austria typically starts 2 to 4 weeks after a confirmed diagnosis. Private facilities often fast-track urgent cases like acute leukaemia within 7 to 10 days. Leading Vienna centres specialise in rapid molecular pathology and multidisciplinary board reviews for international patients.

  • Diagnostic phase: Imaging and biopsies usually take 1 to 3 weeks for full processing.
  • Board review: Specialists meet within 1 to 2 weeks to formalise tailored treatment plans.
  • Surgical timing: Primary tumour resections are often completed within 30 days of initial diagnosis.
  • Follow-up care: Adjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy typically begins 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Clinics with strong academic ties, like Wiener Privatklinik, use professors from the Medical University of Vienna. These experts lead tumour boards. This connection allows patients to access high-quality diagnostics while bypassing long administrative queues in public hospitals. This dual-access model significantly shortens the gap between consultation and active treatment.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that medical teams react very quickly. They can often organise all necessary examinations within a single day. Many found the environment calm and professional. This helped simplify logistics and reduced the stress of beginning intensive treatment in Austria.

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