San Raffaele
The cost of a pancreaticoduodenectomy, commonly known as Whipple surgery, in Italy ranges from $40,000–$50,000. This price is for the standard Whipple procedure, which involves the removal of the head of the pancreas, part of the small intestine, the gallbladder, and the bile duct. The cost can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the healthcare facility.
Why do patients choose Italy for Whipple surgery?
Access advanced Whipple surgery solutions in trusted clinics .
| Italy | Turkey | Austria | |
| Whipple surgery | - | from $23,000 | from $45,000 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Whipple surgery upon arrival and use a flexible installment plan if needed.
Bookimed is committed to your safety. We only work with medical institutions that maintain high international standards in Whipple surgery and have the necessary licenses to serve international patients worldwide.
Bookimed offers free expert assistance. A personal medical coordinator supports you before, during, and after your treatment, solving any issues. You're never alone on your Whipple surgery journey.
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Each case is individual, recovery times may vary based on individual health conditions and the complexity of the surgery.
Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni is a general surgeon with 35 years of experience. He specializes in oncology and general surgery. Dr. Masoni is known for his skill in minimally invasive colorectal, proctological, and pelvic floor surgeries. He developed a new bilio-intestinal bypass technique. He also received recognition for performing a total proctocolectomy using a three-trocar method.
Dr. Masoni is active in research and teaching. He served on the Didactic and Scientific Council at the University of Rome 'La Sapienza'. He completed specializations at both 'La Sapienza' and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. This has strengthened his international profile.
Professor Massimo Falconi is a gastrointestinal oncologist with over 30 years of experience specializing in pancreatic diseases. He practices at Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan and has led 3,600 surgeries, including distal, total, middle pancreatectomies , pancreatic resections, and enucleations. He is the Director of the Pancreatic Surgery and the Pancreas Translational and Clinical Unit at IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele with international experience in Japan, Spain, Germany, and Sweden. Prof. Falconi has written over 330 articles and taken part in 350+ Italian and 220+ international conferences, and is a member of several organizations.
Whipple surgery, also known as pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a complex procedure that removes parts of the pancreas, small intestine, and bile duct to treat pancreatic cancer.