Robotic da Vinci Prostatectomy
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy
- Consultation with an anesthesiologist
- Post-op medications
- Medications
- Preoperative tests
- General anesthesia
- Consultation with a doctor
- Consultation with a urologist
Accommodation
Two-bed ward
Transport
Transfer to the clinic
Additional information
As a first-class academic medical center, we are able to provide our patients with access to the first robot-assisted system, the da Vinci Xi. It is the latest and most advanced robotic platform in the world, the only one in Israel and throughout the Middle East. The da Vinci Xi system represents the 4th generation of robotics, taking surgery to a whole new level!
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- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Program price
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Ofer Yossefovitz is a leading Israeli urological surgeon. He specializes in oncological, laparoscopic, and robotic urology. He has over 25 years of clinical experience. Dr. Yossefovitz earned his MD at Jerusalem University. He also completed advanced fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA.
Dr. Yossefovitz has led oncological urology departments at Ichilov and Beilinson hospitals. He has published many scientific papers. He is also a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. Dr. Yossefovitz is a member of the Israeli, European, and American Urology Associations. His memberships reflect his international accreditation and recognition.
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About the clinic
Sourasky (Ichilov) Medical Center is one of the top 10 most popular clinics for medical tourists in the world. It has strong Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Neurosurgery, and Rehabilitation specialties, and an average success rate of 90% for oncology treatment. The hospital has achieved numerous awards for its scientific discoveries, and over 400,000 patients receive treatment there annually.
Doctor Yossefovitz Ofer, a highly expert Laparoscopic Urological Surgeon of Israel, offers Robotic da Vinci Prostatectomy at the clinic. He has more than 25 years of experience in clinical practice, and has successfully conducted Prostate Cancer, TURP Surgery, Kidney Removal, and Prostate Surgeries.
Patients have had excellent experiences at the clinic, and have highly praised the Bookimed team for their quick and accurate work. The hospital offers consultations and treatments from some of the top surgeons in the world.
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FAQ
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Da Vinci prostatectomy
The main advantages of prostatectomy robotic surgery:
- Accuracy. The robot is controlled by a surgeon and makes the tiny incisions. 3-dimensional visualization of tissues detects possible bleeding and a doctor can quickly eliminate it.
- Short hospitalization period. A patient recovers within 3-5 days. After a traditional prostatectomy the rehabilitation period lasts 1-2 weeks.
- Low blood loss. During Da Vinci prostatectomy a patient loses about 100 ml of blood, laparoscopic - 400 ml, traditional - 1,300 ml. Such an index is achieved by filling the patient’s abdominal cavity with a special gas, which is removed immediately after the robotic prostatectomy.
- Reduced period of catheterization. The urinary catheter is removed after 5-7 days. In the case of a traditional abdominal operation, this period lasts about 10 days;
- Improvement of the urine continence. The surgical treatment by Da Vinci robot makes possible to save most of the ureter.
Open vs. Da Vinci prostatectomy
The disadvantages of robotic prostatectomy:
- Da Vinci prostatectomy is not used to treat advanced prostate cancer.
- It is impossible to remove large prostate tumors using Da Vinci.
- High cost compared to traditional prostatectomy.
What factors influence the robotic prostate surgery cost?
The cost of Da Vinci prostatectomy depends on:
- A country for robotic prostatectomy. The price for prostate gland removal surgery differs from country to country. For instance, the robotic prostatectomy cost in Western Europe is 2 times lower than in the USA, Australia or Canada. The hospitals in East Europe offer even lower prices. Turkey and India are among the cheapest places to get robotic prostatectomy. Such a difference is explained by general price policy within countries and income of local citizens.
- A hospital for robotic prostate cancer surgery. Some hospitals due to world-renown name may increase the average cost of robotic prostate surgery by 10-15% within the country.
- Doctor's qualification. If a doctor has performed hundreds of robotic prostatectomy, has trained in top prostate cancer centers, has numerous certificates, they can ask for a higher fee due to vast experience.
- Modification of Da Vinci robot. The average robotic prostate surgery cost may be higher if it is performed on the latest Da Vinci Xi system. So, if you search for a cheaper procedure, pay attention to centers where previous Da Vinci Si model is used. They do not differ much, but you can save 10-15% of your money.
How to choose a hospital for robotic prostatectomy?
To choose the medical center for robotic prostate removal, take into account:
- Hospital's recognition. The hospital where you are going to have a prostatectomy, must be certified by international or local organizations (such as JCI, ESMO, etc.) that confirm the high-quality medical services.
- Doctor's qualification. Specialist in robotic prostatectomy must have a vast experience confirmed by a significant number of such surgeries, international certificates. Patients' reviews will also help to choose the best doctor.
- Cost of robotic prostatectomy. The cost of robotic surgery for prostate cancer may vary 2-3 times depending on the country. For instance, the cost of the Da Vinci prostatectomy in India is $11,200, in the Czech Republic and Turkey is about $14,000, and in Germany or Spain — $21,000-26,000. The quality of the procedure remains at the same level.
How is Da Vinci robotic prostatectomy performed?
Doctors perform the Da Vinci prostatectomy through 5 incisions 1-1.5 cm in size. In the case of open prostatectomy, the incision is 12 cm. A surgeon manages the robot remotely at the special control panel.
A computer analyzes a doctor's movements and transfers them into smooth robot's ones. It excludes trembling or wrong actions that can damage healthy tissues.
The robotic prostate surgery lasts 2-2.5 hours on average.
A surgeon places a catheter to withdraw the urine after surgery.
What does the robotic prostatectomy cost include?
The cost of Da Vinci prostatectomy includes:
- doctor's fee
- admission
- medicines
- anesthesia.
In most of the cases, language assistance, meals, and services are paid additionally.
How to get a personalized cost of Da Vinci prostatectomy?
- Compare the info about hospitals in the listing and the Da Vinci prostatectomy costs.
- Choose the best option for you and fill out a form on the Bookimed website.
- Bookimed manager will call you back to answer all questions and book a chosen hospital.
- You will receive a personalized Da Vinci prostatectomy cost according to your test results and medical records.
- Then a Bookimed manager schedules the date of operation and arranges your medical trip.
Bookimed services are free of charge.