- Over 35 years of experience with Dr. Joan Carles Galceran, a highly skilled Onco-Urologist renowned for his expertise since 1987.
- Adherence to international guidelines from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (USA) for Targeted therapy (1 dose).
- State-of-the-art medical technology and cutting-edge treatment methods at Centro Médico Teknon, ensuring top-tier medical services.
- Comprehensive offer including Complete blood count with cancer markers and a proteinogram, without the need for an extended hospital stay.
- Global recognition with Centro Médico Teknon, attracting celebrities and athletes, indicative of the clinic's high standards in patient care and medical excellence.
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Targeted therapy Overview in Spain
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This therapy uses radioactive particles to kill cancer cells, offering precise, effective treatment with fewer side effects.
- Bookimed services are free for patients.
- No extra fees, Pay only according to the clinic's bills.
- The price for medical services is the same as going directly to the clinic.
- Exclusive discounts can be provided for Bookimed patients.
- 100% secure payment process
Day 1: Arrival
- Arrive in the country for targeted therapy.
- Settle into your accommodation (not included).
Day 2: Pre-Operation Stage
- Meet with oncology specialist for consultation.
- Complete blood count with cancer markers and a proteinogram.
- Additional tests as suggested by the specialist.
Day 3: Targeted Therapy
- Arrival at the clinic for Targeted therapy.
- The procedure specifics will be explained before starting.
- The process can take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours.
- Local or no anesthesia will be used.
Day 4: Post-Operation Stage
- Stay in the clinic for post-procedure observation.
- On medical advice, the patient can leave the clinic.
Week 1-2: Rehabilitation
- Regular follow-ups with the oncology specialist.
- Return to work as suggested by the specialist.
- Gradual return to other activities.
- Sport activities should be resumed after 2 weeks.
Please note that each patient"s case is individual and can vary.
What patients like:
- Cost. The Targeted therapy cost in Spain ranges from 2030$ to 13259$. This is quite cheap when compared to other countries where the average cost of the same therapy is about $10000.
- Doctor’s professionalism. Spanish doctors hold high-level certificates, and memberships in international health organizations. They've performed countless successful Targeted therapies, which patients appreciate.
- Service level. Patients praise the high standard of care they receive. Clinic staffs are known for their attentiveness and kindness.
- Targeted therapy efficacy. Patients have reported successful outcomes from their Targeted therapies in Spain, thanks to modern techniques used.
- Logistics. Patients appreciate the well-organized logistics, including convenient appointment scheduling and minimal waiting times.
What patients don't like:
- Language barrier. Some patients reported issues with language barriers, though most clinics have English-speaking staff.
- Waiting time. Despite good logistics, there can still be delays which may cause dissatisfaction.
- Post-therapy care. Few patients have expressed concerns over the follow-up care after their Targeted therapy.
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You can send us any of these diagnostic results: PET/CT, Biopsy, Genetic screening, Tumor Marker Blood Test, etc. The doctor will analyze the type of cancer cells, presence of specific gene mutations, levels of tumor markers, and the extent of cancer spread.
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What is important for patients to know about targeted therapy?
- It is effective even in the late stages of the disease and in cases where other methods do not help.
- Targeted therapies are easier than chemotherapy because they only work on cancer cells.
- To determine the feasibility of targeted therapy, it is necessary to conduct an immunohistochemical study of the tumor. It will determine the presence of genetic mutations and hormone receptors that are sensitive to targeted drugs.
- There are more than 70 targeted drugs, less than 20 are registered in the CIS countries. Abroad, thanks to a large selection of drugs, it is possible to undergo treatment that is most effective in a particular case.
- It is not necessary to stay abroad for such treatment. Medicines can be bought at a medical center abroad and taken at home according to the scheme that the doctor determines.
Bookimed has collected clinics around the world where targeted therapy is available. Hospitals are presented in a ranking based on the choice of our patients. Leave a request on the site, and the coordinating doctor will contact you. He will answer your questions about treatment, orient you on the cost of 1 course of targeted therapy. Together with him, you will choose the best medical center for your case..
The Bookimed care department will help you organize your trip. You do not pay for our services.
Centro Médico Teknon is a private medical facility in Barcelona, Spain offering world-class care in specialties such as epileptology, neurosurgery, oncology, heart surgery, and stem cell therapy. Dr. Jon Karles Galseran, an onco-urologist with experience since 1987, offers a targeted therapy procedure in Spain, which includes a complete blood count with cancer markers and a proteinogram. This procedure does not include accommodation or transfer and requires a one-day stay in the hotel. Patients from all over the world can find top-notch care for various medical needs, ranging from online consultations to complex surgeries.
Centro Médico Teknon is the No.1 choice for celebrities, sportsmen, and politicians. Their team of highly qualified doctors and medical coordinators works together to ensure the highest quality of care and patient satisfaction. To find out more about the clinic and Dr. Galseran and book the Targeted therapy in Spain offered by the clinic and Dr. Jon Karles Galseran, visit the Bookimed website.
accreditations:
Hospital Sant Joan de Déu (Barcelona, Spain) accepts children for treatment from the infant age to 21. The Hospital belongs to Top-5 medical institutions in Europe and is recognized as the most authoritative one in the field of pediatric oncology treatment. The Center has its own Laboratory for Molecular Medicine where innovative therapeutic methods are developed.
accreditations:
GenesisCare is network of clinics specialized in high technology radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The network includes 300 clinics located in Australia, USA, Spain, UK and China. GenesisCare specialists treat all types of cancer in clinics equipped by latest generations machines for external beam radiotherapy, tomotherapy, CyberKnife, brachytherapy etc.
Targeted therapy | $2155.99 - $10779.93 |
Clinica Universidad de Navarra (CUN) is the best private Spanish hospital in 2018 according to MERCO (monitoring organization of medical reputation).
Navarra is a leading sarcoma center. 74% of patients get cured of bone sarcoma; and in up to 95% of cases, an affected limb is preserved.
Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Organ Transplant, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery are the primary specialties in Navarra Hospital.
Hospital de Navarra is the 1st in Spain that has received JCI, the US certificate for the high quality of medical services.
Over 700,000 patients from 70 countries have been treated at Navarra.
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FAQ about Targeted therapy in Spain
Targeted therapy: what is it and how does it work?
Targeted therapy (targeted therapy, molecular targeted therapy, molecular targeted therapy) is a medical treatment of cancer using drugs that act specifically on cancer cells and do not harm healthy tissues.
Doctors may prescribe it as the main method of treatment or in combination with other procedures - surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
How targeted therapy works in oncology
The principle of operation of a targeted drug depends on its type. The American Cancer Society identifies the following goals for targeted therapy:
- block chemical signals that stimulate the growth and division of cancer cells;
- change the proteins of cancer cells in such a way that the cells die;
- prevent the appearance of new blood vessels that feed the tumor;
- activate the immune system so that it recognizes and destroys tumors on its own;
- deliver substances to cancer cells that will destroy them.
What are the types of targeted therapy?
Depending on the active substance that is part of the drug, the Canadian Cancer Society distinguishes the following types of molecular targeted therapy:
Monoclonal antibodies
When entering the body, monoclonal antibodies find cancer cells, attach to the shell and trigger a self-destruction mechanism in them.
Monoclonal antibodies also increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy - they help chemotherapy drugs and radiation to penetrate into the cancer cell and destroy it.
The names of all drugs containing monoclonal antibodies end in “mab” (for example, Pembrolizumab, Trastuzumab, Rituximab, etc.).
Interesting to know:
Monoclonal antibodies are also used in immunotherapy, because they activate the immune system and it begins to destroy the tumor on its own.
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors block the signaling of a cancer cell that causes it to grow.
The name of such drugs ends with “nib” (Imatinib, Gefitinib, etc.)
Apoptosis-inducing drugs
Such drugs activate signals in cancer cells that cause them to die.
Apoptosis-inducing drugs include Oblimersen, Bortezomib, Olaparib.
Angiogenesis inhibitors
They prevent the development of new blood vessels that feed the tumor.
Angiogenesis inhibitors include Sunitinib, Bevacizumab, and Thalidomide.
mTOR inhibitors
The substance blocks a protein that is responsible for the growth and division of cancer cells.
Medications based on mTOR inhibitors - Everolimus, Temsirolimus.
Hormonal medications
Hormone therapy is a subspecies of targeted therapy. It prevents hormones (estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone) from binding to receptors that help cancer cells grow. Due to this, the tumor dies.
How can the treatment take place and how long does it take?
Selection of the drug
To select a targeted therapy drug and determine the duration of treatment, the doctor prescribes an immunohistochemical study - an analysis of tumor tissue obtained by biopsy. It allows you to determine the type of cancer cells and identify genetic mutations and proteins that are targets for targeted drugs.
If the patient has already taken the material, it is necessary to bring blocks and glasses with you to the clinic. Doctors will review them and the procedure will not have to be repeated.
A unique test to select the most effective drug
The FoundationOne tumor test is available at the Ichilov and Assuta Clinic (Israel) and the Anadolu Medical Center (Turkey). It allows you to determine which target drug the tumor is most sensitive to. This test requires special laboratory equipment and doctor's qualifications, therefore it is available only in some clinics around the world.
Taking medication
Targeted therapy is inpatient or outpatient, depending on the general condition of the patient and the need for additional treatment. At the same time, it is not necessary to stay in the country in which you were selected and prescribed the drug. You can buy medicine, return home and take it according to the prescribed regimen in your place of residence.
Duration of treatment
The duration of 1 course of targeted therapy is individual. On average, it is 2 weeks. The doctor determines the number of courses individually for each patient. This is influenced by the diagnosis, general health, disease and body response to drugs.
Can there be side effects?
Because targeted drugs target cancer cells, this treatment is easier than chemotherapy. However, there is a risk of certain complications. The American Cancer Society lists them as:
- rash;
- capillary damage;
- dryness, redness, itching of the skin and eyes;
- increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight and slow regeneration;
- thinning hair and slowing down their growth;
- high blood pressure;
- coagulation disorders;
- puffiness;
- disorders of the digestive system, thyroid gland, liver, kidneys;
- fatigue;
- headache;
- shortness of breath and other breathing problems;
- cough.
How is the price of targeted therapy in oncology formed?
The price of targeted therapy depends on:
- the prescribed drug and its dosage;
- duration of treatment (number of courses);
- selected country and clinic.
In our catalog, in the cards of clinics, the price is indicated for 1 course of treatment with targeted drugs. The required number of courses is determined by the attending physician based on the diagnostic results. Therefore, you can find out the final cost of targeted therapy after the doctor gets acquainted with the diagnosis and the results of the examination.
How to arrange treatment?
Leave a request on our website, and a Bookimed coordinating doctor will contact you at a convenient time for you. He will talk about the features of the technique, orient on the cost. Together with the coordinating doctor, you will select the best medical center for your case.
Our care department will help you arrange your travel for treatment and will stay in touch with you from the moment you contact us and even after you return home.
You do not pay for Bookimed services.
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Targeted therapy Bookimed Medical Advisory Board expert
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