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20 Recent Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) Reviews in Germany: Check Real Patient Experience

Алия • Liver biopsy Kazakhstan Dec 8, 2023

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I liked absolutely everything from the level of medical care to the attention to my requests!
I liked absolutely everything from the level of medical care to the attention to my requests!
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The entire program was carried out at a very high level! I am impressed and with a 100% guarantee I will now only contact with Bookimed!

Антон • Prostate cancer Ukraine Mar 14, 2019

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Bookimed is a company of a good modern level, in any case do not think not to trust
I want to evaluate the work of Bookimed as a whole on the results of organizing the treatment of a father well. After examining the results of the surveys, we were presented with options for treatment. Despite the fact that initially we practically had a clinic for treatment selected (on our own), we revised and made a decision to undergo treatment at a clinic in Germany, which Bookimed offered. For all organizational issues, both Bookimed and the logistics company from the clinic offered support. We did everything on our own, but still it is nice when they want to help you. There were minor inconsistencies in organizational issues. But with the mines that provide support, always in touch and help them solve. But as for the treatment process at Helios Krefeld, everything is on the level. The result is satisfied. Of the minuses - the discharge process is not fully organized, the time for receipt of documents is not specific and rather long. A translator is needed. After we returned from treatment, we are awaiting the receipt of documents (conclusions) from the clinic, we have not left us on this issue either. Bookimed is a company of a good modern level, in any case do not think not to trust. The main thing is to keep the level and only raise it.

Shima • Meningioma Netherlands Aug 30, 2022

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We were blessed to have a super professional and amazing surgeon and surgical team
My mother was admitted to Solingen Hospital for brain tumor removal. We were blessed to have a super professional and amazing surgeon and surgical team. Post operation cares both at IC and ward (station E51) were very well organised and handled professionally and with a lot of care and kindness.
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Very satisfied with the professional and fast services and support of Bookimed.

Роман • Gastric metaplasia Ukraine Apr 6, 2022

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I'm very happy with the result Return: About the doctor: Attentive professor, About the clinic: Good clinic, About the results: I'm very happy with the result, About the experience: Everything was done quickly, Russian-speaking staff, met at the station, taken to the hotel and to the clinic, Most positive sentence: I'm very happy with the result
Good clinic, attentive professor. Everything was done quickly. Russian-speaking staff, met at the station. I was taken to the hotel and to the clinic.
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Виктор • Radioiodine therapy Ukraine Dec 18, 2021

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"The clinic and the professor are just BEAUTIFUL!!!"
The clinic and the professor are just BEAUTIFUL !!! It is a pity that in our countries not everyone can afford treatment there. Sorry, but this is sincere.
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Everything is fine.

Дмитрий • Brain Cancer Ukraine Sep 1, 2021

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I'm happy with everything
We didn't go to the clinic. We only had a consultation. I'm happy with everything
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I am happy with everything

Anonymous • Sigmoid adenocarcinoma Russian Federation Aug 25, 2021

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The German specialist's consultation was complete
I have not been to the clinic. There was a dialogue on ZUM. The second opinion presented basically coincided with the Russian one. It was helpful. Various technologies and their applicability were considered. The German specialist's consultation was complete.

Ирина • Pancreatic cancer Ukraine Jul 1, 2021

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Everything was organized very quickly. Considering our diagnosis (Cr of the head of the pancreas), this was very important for us. Thank you very much for your promptness.

Anonymous • Breast cancer Russian Federation Mar 8, 2020

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The professor himself is a very nice person; he gives complete and understandable answers to all questions
I really liked the organization and completeness of the survey. The professor himself is a very nice person; he gives complete and understandable answers to all questions. I am satisfied with my visit to Germany.

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) Overview in Germany

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Types of Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) - from 10963$

    The operation removes parts of the prostate via the urethra, easing urine flow. It"s less invasive and offers quicker recovery.

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How Much Does Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) Cost in Germany? Find Out Now

The average price of Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) in Germany is $3260, the minimum price is $164.45, and the maximum price is $13704.26.
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Discover the Best Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) Clinics in Germany: 10 Verified Options and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 20 reviews to pick the right Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) clinic for you.
Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Germany, Hamburg
4.5
Excellent
• 121 reviews

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.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Medical Travel Quality Alliance certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Алия • Dec 8, 2023
I liked absolutely everything from the level of medical care to the attention to my requests!
4.5
121 reviews
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Gastroscopy with biopsy $1644.51 - $2192.68
Ultrasound $328.9 - $493.35
CT scan of the body part $1205.98
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Medical Center in Solingen
Germany, Solingen
4.6
Excellent
• 55 reviews

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.

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Best doctor for herniated disc treatment certificate for Medical Center in Solingen
German Cancer Society certificate for Medical Center in Solingen
Shima • Aug 30, 2022
My mother was admitted to Solingen Hospital for brain tumor removal. We were blessed to have a super professional and amazing surgeon and surgical team. Post operation cares both at IC and ward (station E51) were very well organised and handled professionally and with a lot of care and kindness.
4.6
55 reviews
Prices:
BRAF gene mutation $5481.7
Consultation with an oncologist $328.9
Blood sugar level test $54.82
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) $10963.41
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Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
4.4
Good
• 51 reviews

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.

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TÜV AG Сompany Research & Investing Certificate certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Роман • Apr 6, 2022
Good clinic, attentive professor. Everything was done quickly. Russian-speaking staff, met at the station. I was taken to the hotel and to the clinic.
4.4
51 reviews
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Complex diagnostics of gastric cancer $4166.1 - $9318.9
US transvaginal $537.21
ECG $131.56
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) $12059.75
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Asklepios Altona Clinic
Germany, Hamburg
4
Good
• 1 review

Asklepios Klinik Altona is a university hospital of Hamburg, one of the oldest medical facilities in Northern Germany. The medical center belongs to the hospitals’ group of Asklepios Kliniken. Asklepios Altona Hamburg specializes in robotic surgery, gastroenterology, abdominal surgery, neurology, and oncology specialties.

95,000 patients get treatment annually here.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asklepios Altona Clinic
4
1 review
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Revision of MRI results $219.27
Immunohistochemistry $1863.78
Consultation with an oncologist $438.54 - $548.17
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Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
Germany, Duisburg
5
Excellent
• 5 reviews

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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German Cancer Society certificate for Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
Cooperation for transparency and quality in the health service  certificate for Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
Jagar • Jul 13, 2021
The Hospital was really clean, well organized and the staff were friendly and very helpfull.
5
5 reviews
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MRI of the spine cord $822.26
Consultation with a urologist $708
Heart сheck up $2900
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Bremen-Mitte Clinic
Germany, Bremen
4.2
Good
• 37 reviews

Klinikum Bremen-Mitte is a multidisciplinary hospital included in the network of medical centers Gesundheit Nord (Nord Klinik Allianz). Bremen-Mitte specializes in oncology, orthopedics, surgery, neurology, and neurosurgery.

In 2015-2016, Focus magazine, an authoritative German edition, included the hospital in the TOP of the leading medical institutions in Germany. The rating is based on patients’ reviews and doctors’ qualifications.

40,000 patients choose Klinikum Bremen-Mitte for treatment every year.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Bremen-Mitte Clinic
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Bremen-Mitte Clinic
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Bremen-Mitte Clinic
Дмитрий • Sep 1, 2021
We didn't go to the clinic. We only had a consultation. I'm happy with everything
4.2
37 reviews
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PET/CT $2411.95 - $3289.02
Online consultation with Surgeon $720
BRAF gene mutation $877.07
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Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Germany, Berlin
3
Average
• 3 reviews

Charité is the most famous university hospital in the whole Europe which was founded yet in 1710. The majority of patients choosing treatment in Germany prefer this clinic because of its high popularity and good reviews. International patients are not a priority for Charité, so patients from other countries should be prepared for long terms of application processing and absence of foreign patients reception service.

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German Cancer Society certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
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Ботагоз • Aug 23, 2019
I liked the doctor and staff, everything is fine
3
3 reviews
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Inpatient diagnosis for rheumatological disease $10963.41 - $13156.09
Laboratory tests for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus $0 - $13156.09
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Lippe Detmold Clinic
Germany, Detmold
New

Lippe Klinikum Detmold is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in Germany. It belongs to the Klinikum Lippe GmbH medical group which consists of 3 clinics not far from Hannover.

Lippe Detmold specializes in surgery, cardiology, and orthopedics. The Clinic is among the best hospitals in the region according to the ‘Top Regional Hospital 2018’ rating.

Over 150,000 patients undergo treatment in Lippe Network annually.

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Heart Diagnosis before OP $2740.85
Male Check-up $1644.51 - $2192.68
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) $16445.11
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Bremen-Ost Clinic
Germany, Bremen
New

Klinikum Bremen-Ost is a multidisciplinary hospital located in Bremen. The hospital is a part of the Gesundheit Nord-Klinikverbund Bremen network of hospitals. Bremen-Ost Hospital specializes in lung surgery, neurology, psychotherapy, and psychiatry.

Bremen-Ost is among best German medical facilities in 2015-2016 according to the rating of Focus magazine. The rating includes hospitals with positive patients’ feedback and high treatment success rates.

Every year Bremen-Ost receives 19,000 patients for treatment.

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Cooperation for transparency and quality in the health service  certificate for Bremen-Ost Clinic
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Bremen-Ost Clinic
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MRI of one area $1449 - $1893
Consultation with an oncologist $493.35 - $602.99
Complex diagnostics of lung cancer $3837.19 - $7674.39
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Get a Medical Assessment for Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) in Germany: Select Your Expert from 7 Experienced Doctors

Andreas Gross
Germany, Hamburg
Andreas Gross
Urological surgeon
Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Prof. Andreas Gross is a Chief Physician of the Urology Department in Barmbek Asklepios Hospital. He is a TOP German urologist specialized in treatment of prostate cancer, bladder cancer, renal cancer, testicular cancer, benign enlargement of the prostate, urinary calculi, etc. The Doctor was recognized as one of the leading specialists of Germany in the field of urology and nephrology by authoritative medical site leadingmedicineguide. Prof. Andreas Gross together with his team provides an effective therapy for all kinds of urological diseases in men, women and children applying minimally invasive operations and complex surgical intervention at the highest level. Among them are HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound), TUR (transurethral resection), laparoscopic partial resection of kidney (only tumor is removed and renal function is maintained), ESWL (extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy) for gentle crushing of urinary calculi, etc. The main principle of Prof. Andreas Gross and his team is: "not every patient has to undergo surgery". That is why specialists of the Urology Department focus on an effective therapies and prefer conducting organ-preserving operations.
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Mark Schrader
Germany, Berlin
Mark Schrader
Urological surgeon
21 years of experience
Helios Hospital Berlin Buch
Prof. Schrader is an experienced German urologist with over 25 years of practice. He provides diagnostics and treatments of benign or malignant urological conditions and male reproductive system disorders. Specialty Prof. Mark Schrader specializes in treatment of urological tumors and minimally invasive surgeries for kidney, bladder, prostate formations treatment. Prof. Schrader heads the Prostate Center, Testicular Cancer Center and Stone Center at Helios Berlin Buch. Work experience Since 2014 — Chief urologist at Helios Klinikum Berlin-Buch 2010-2014— Professor of Urology at the Ulm University Hospital 2007-2010 — Deputy Director of the Urology Department at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin 2004-2007 — Senior Consultant of the Urology and Outpatient Clinic at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin 2003-2004 — Senior Physician at the Urology Department at the Free University Berlin. Education 1987-1993 — Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (Germany) — Degree in general medicine 1992 — the Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School (USA) — Specialty in cardiovascular surgery 1993 — the Boston University (USA) Specialty in general surgery 2003 — the Medical Faculty of the Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Germany) — Specialty in urology 2010 — the Ulm University Hospital — Professor in urology. Membership in organizations Berlin Medical Association The German Society for Ultrasound in Medicine.
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Sebastian Melchior
Germany, Bremen
Sebastian Melchior
Urological surgeon
28 years of experience
Bremen-Mitte Clinic
Prof. Sebastian Melchior is the chief physician, head of the urology and nephrology clinic. Specializes in robotic surgery. The doctor was included in the list of the best urologists of Germany according to Focus magazine in 2015. Dr. Melchior has over 20 years of practical experience in tumor surgery. Expertise In 1995, the doctor graduated from the Johann Gutenberg Medical University, specializing in urology. Sebastian passed an internship at Harvard (Boston, USA), participated in research at the University of Washington (Seattle, USA). From 1996 to 2003, Sebastian Melchior worked as the head physician of the Department of Urology at the University of Johann Gutenberg. From 2003 to 2007, the doctor held the post of vice-president of the Department of Urology at the University named after Johann Gutenberg. From 2007 to the present day, the doctor supervises Urology and Nephrology Department at Bremen Mitte Hospital. Received a scientific degree of a professor of urology in 2011. Scientific activities Professor explores new methods for tumor treatment in the genitourinary system. Sebastian Melchior is the author of 10 scientific publications. Make an appointment The duration of consultation is up to 1 hour. During the consultation, the doctor will collect disease anamnesis, examine medical records and diagnostics results. After that, he will assign necessary examinations. Based on their results, the professor will compose an effective treatment plan. If MRI and CT results that a patient brought with them are qualitative and informative, additional tomography is not needed. To get an appointment with Sebastian Melchior, submit a request on the website. Bookimed Medical Doctor will contact you to adjust convenient time and date of the consultation. Get a Second Medical Opinion You don’t need to go to Germany for the consultation. Prof. Melchior provides remote consultations. If your diagnosis and treatment plan are in doubt or you want to receive recommendations from a well-known doctor, get a second opinion.
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