Gamma Knife in Kazakhstan: Cost-Effective options

The treatment of malignant and benign tumors with Gamma Knife is conducted in the Radiology Department. Specialists use Perfexion Gamma Knife unit produced by Elekta. It has the highest irradiation accuracy - 0.15 mm. It means that healthy tissues are not affected.

The procedure lasts from 30 minutes to 2 hours. After the irradiation, a patient stays under doctors’ observation during 24 hours.

The Gamma Knife procedure cost includes therapeutic session and hospital stay during 1 day.

Physicians use Gamma Knife in the Radiology Department. This procedure is conducted by radiologists to treat various stages of intracranial cancer and glaucoma.

Gamma Knife is a non-invasive single-session procedure. During the operation, physicians use CT or other types of scanning to plan their actions.

The effectiveness of the therapy can be adequately assessed only after a certain period (up to half of year). After Gamma Knife treatment a patient is required to pass MRI to check the results.

The Gamma Knife radiosurgery cost is calculated individually after the examination.

At Medical Park Hospitals Group physicians use Gamma Knife in the Oncology Department. This time-proven procedure is conducted by radiologists to treat various stages of intracranial cancer and glaucoma.

Gamma Knife is a non-invasive single-session procedure. During the operation, physicians use CT or other types of scanning to plan their actions.

The effectiveness of the therapy can be fully assessed only after a certain period of time. A patient that undergo Gamma Knife treatment is then required to pass several doctor’s observations.

At Memorial Healthcare Group radiologists use Gamma Knife to treat patients in the Oncology Department. The procedure is utilized to eradicate metastases in the brain. It is not recommended for use if the tumor is too big, is developing too fast or its boundaries are hard to determine.

The operation is non-invasive, meaning a patient doesn’t require any rehabilitation. Also, it doesn’t harm patient’s health, because of the precise beam technology. Doctors observe patients for a month after the operation.

Memorial Atasehir Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Istanbul which belongs to the large Memorial Healthcare Group. The Memorial Atasehir specialties are organ transplant (with 99.5% success rate for liver and 99% for kidney), in vitro fertilization (65% success rate), oncology, cardio- and neurosurgery.

The hospital has Joint Commission International (JCI) certificate for the compliance with international treatment standards, quality, and safety. JCI is a global organization that controls the quality of medical services worldwide.

• Annually, 1,600,000 patients choose this hospital, showcasing its expertise and reliability.
• The hospital offers a comprehensive oncology center, specializing in precision Gamma Knife treatments.
• Patients can benefit from a multidisciplinary team approach, ensuring tailored Gamma Knife care plans.
• International patients receive support services including transfers, accommodation, and interpreting, ensuring a stress-free experience.
• Located near Antalya's attractions, patients can combine Gamma Knife treatment with a relaxing stay.

• Achieved 95% success rate in gamma knife procedures, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in non-invasive brain treatments.
• Equipped with Elekta Versa HD SIGNATURE, facilitating precise gamma knife radiosurgery for targeted tumor treatment.
• Offers comprehensive patient services, including transfer, accommodation, and medical interpretation for gamma knife patients.
• Located just 5 minutes from Istanbul Ataturk International Airport, ensuring easy access for international patients.
• Provides personal coordinators to guide patients through each step of the gamma knife treatment process.

Gamma Knife treatment is applied for patients with small tumors of the head, neck, or eyes in Liv Hospital. A radiologist and neuro-oncologist perform the procedure in the Oncology Department.

Gamma Knife is a non-surgical procedure. It is painless; no anesthesia is applied.

The duration of Gamma Knife radiosurgery varies from 30 to 90 minutes.

The Gamma Knife treatment cost depends on tumor type, its location, and session length.