Spain, Madrid
Carme Ares
Prostate cancer treatment with proton therapy is available at Quironsalud Proton Therapy Center in Madrid, Spain. Prices start at 25,000 EUR for a treatment plan including up to 8 sessions. Benefit from the expertise of Dr. Raúl Matute and the center’s JCI accreditation.
Proton therapy is a modern way to treat prostate cancer. It uses protons instead of X-rays. This allows doctors to target the cancer more precisely. Healthy tissue gets less radiation. This means fewer side effects for patients.
Dr. Raúl Matute is a leading radiation oncologist. He has 23 years of experience in the field. He has performed over 1100 proton therapy procedures. Dr. Matute is the Head of Radiation Oncology at Quironsalud. He specializes in proton therapy for prostate and breast cancer. He has also published over 80 research papers.
Quironsalud Proton Therapy Center is the first JCI-accredited center in Spain. This means it meets high international standards for patient care and safety. The center uses the Proteus ONE system. This is the latest technology for proton therapy. It helps doctors deliver precise radiation to the tumor.
What's included in the treatment package?
- Proton therapy sessions
- MRI and CT scans for treatment planning
- Consultations with Dr. Matute
- Translation services (English/Spanish)
- Visa support (letter of invitation with deposit)
The standard treatment plan includes up to 8 proton therapy sessions. Hospital stay is outpatient. The recommended total stay in Spain is 50-60 days. Before the treatment, you’ll need to provide MRI scans in DICOM format. Also, any past radiotherapy reports. After treatment, you will have follow-up visits with your oncologist.
The estimated success rate is 80-95%. This depends on the stage of your prostate cancer. A deposit is needed to receive a visa invitation letter. PET scans are not included in the standard package price.
If you are considering proton therapy for prostate cancer, contact us today to learn more. We can help you explore your treatment options at Quironsalud Proton Therapy Center.