Why do patients choose Germany for esophagectomy?
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The cost of an esophagectomy in Germany typically ranges from $2,900 to $15,900. Prices can vary depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s experience, whether a minimally invasive or open approach is used, and the complexity of the patient’s condition. In the United States, the average cost is $150,000 (according to AHRQ data). This means patients can save about 94% by having an esophagectomy in Germany.
German hospitals usually include pre-op diagnostics, surgery, anesthesia, ICU care, hospital stay, medications, and post-op follow-up in the quoted price. In the U.S., the listed price often covers only the surgeon and hospital fees, with anesthesia, ICU, and aftercare billed separately. Always confirm exactly what’s included in your treatment package with each hospital.
| Germany | Turkey | Austria | |
| Esophagectomy | from $2,906 | from $18,000 | from $30,000 |
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Nordwest Krankenhaus is a multi specialized medical institution, a leading hospital in Germany due to development of innovations, such as 3D ultrasound, anticancer vaccines in targeted therapy. It comprises 5 research institutes and 11 specialized centers.
Solingen Municipal Hospital/Academic Hospital of the University of Cologne is among top clinics in Germany according to Focus magazine - one of the most widely circulated German editions. Städtisches Klinikum Solingen is a certified medical institution treating over 60,000 patients per year.
Asklepios Hospital Barmbek is a clinic No. 1 for foreign patients according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance, the international organization for medical tourism.
The Hospital is a multidisciplinary medical center. It is a part of Asklepios Kliniken, the most significant German hospitals' network.
Asklepios Barmbek specializes in Oncology, Oncohematology, Surgery, and Pulmonology.
80,000 patients from Germany and other countries worldwide receive treatment annually here.
Asklepios Nord is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in Hamburg. It is included in the biggest medical network in Germany — Asklepios Kliniken.
Pediatrics, neurosurgery, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, maxillofacial surgery are the main specialties at Asklepios Nord.
Asklepios Nord is regularly ranked among TOP hospitals in Germany for dentistry, ophthalmology, proctology.
72,000 patients receive treatment in the hospital annually.
The North Rhine-Westphalia Association includes 5 hospitals located not far from Düsseldorf (Germany).
Doctors of the network conduct treatment in 27 specialties. The strongest are oncology, robotic surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, urology, and gynecology.
The Heart Center of the Association is the largest in Germany. It is the place where pilots of civil aviation undergo heart check-ups.
Each year, more than 100,000 outpatients and 45,000 inpatients are treated in the hospitals of Association.
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Prof. Boris Pfaffenbach is a highly experienced gastroenterologist and oncology specialist from Germany with a specialty in endoscopic examinations and treatment of the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder and pancreas disorders. He is the head of the Department of Gastroenterology, Oncology and Internal Medicine at the Medical Center in Solingen and has vast experience in the field, including 9,000 surgeries under his command. He holds degrees in general medicine, internal medicine and gastroenterology, and is the author and co-author of over 130 publications. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the German Society of Gastroenterology, the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy and the German Dietitian Association.
Head of the Gastroenterology Department
Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine at BKZ Solingen. This clinic is a certified interdisciplinary cancer center. Dr. Fox is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumor diseases in Germany and Europe. She has more than 15 years of experience in this field.
She is a member of the German Society of Oncology and Haemato-oncology (GDHO), the German Association of Physicians, and the American Association for Cancer Research. Dr. Fox is also active in molecular biology research. Her work supports progress in cancer treatment and molecular diagnostics.
Her main areas of expertise are chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation therapy. Dr. Fox is known for her innovative methods and strong commitment to patient care. Her efforts have led to high recovery rates and recognition from her peers.
Esophagectomy is a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the esophagus, often used to treat esophageal cancer.