Proton Therapy for Lung & Esophageal Tumors with Proteus ONE — 900+ Cases, JCI-Accredited Center
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Proton-beam therapy
- MRI of one area
- Consultation with an oncologist
- Consultation of a radiologist
- Head MRI
- CT angiography
Duration
- 45 days in the hotel
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
Transfer is not included
Implant
No implant applicable
Additional information
Doctor: Dra. Stephanie E. Bolle
Hospital: Quirónsalud Proton Therapy Centre, Madrid
Treatment: Proton-beam therapy for thoracic tumors
Initial document-based evaluation: Free of charge
Informative consultation after evaluation: 400 €
Treatment payment: Required before starting proton therapy
The first step is a free medical evaluation based on the documents provided by the patient. This evaluation is performed by the Proton Therapy Centre medical team and does not include an online consultation.
After the medical team reviews the documentation and confirms whether proton therapy may be appropriate, the patient will be offered an informative consultation with Dra. Stephanie E. Bolle for 400 €.
In some cases, proton therapy may need to be combined with chemotherapy, which can be organized at Fundación Jiménez Díaz. Medical oncology follow-up may be performed at Hospital Universitario Quirónsalud Madrid or Fundación Jiménez Díaz, depending on the patient’s diagnosis, case complexity and treatment protocol.
Approximate number of sessions:
20 sessions
Approximate treatment duration:
40–50 days
Patient-facing description:
This package is designed for selected thoracic tumors, including lung and esophageal tumors, where proton therapy may help reduce radiation exposure to nearby organs such as the heart, lungs, spinal cord and esophagus.
Included in the package:
First radiation oncology consultation with Dra. Stephanie E. Bolle
Control visits during proton therapy treatment with the radiation oncology team
Follow-up consultations during the first year with the radiation oncology team
Planning MRI
Dosimetric calculation and verification
Planning CT and control CT for adaptive treatment
Proton therapy sessions
Nursing care during treatment
Not included unless specifically confirmed:
Chemotherapy
PET-CT
Medical oncology consultations or follow-ups
Pulmonology consultation
Thoracic surgery consultation
Additional diagnostic tests not required for proton therapy planning
Accommodation and transfers
24/7 Bookimed assistance
- 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. Stephanie Lilianne E. Bolle is a radiation oncologist and Head of Radiation Oncology at the Quirónsalud Proton Therapy Center in Madrid. She has led the department since July 2024. The center is Spain’s first proton therapy facility.
MD, University of Liège (1998). Board certified in radiation oncology (2003). She is an active member of the European Society of Paediatric Oncology and works with its Brain Tumor Group and Radiation Oncology Working Group.
She has published more than 120 scientific articles on pediatric brain tumors, proton therapy, pediatric radiation doses, and complex radiotherapy. She takes part in international projects and clinical trials, including BIOMEDE 2 and HARMONIC. Her expertise includes proton therapy, pediatric oncology, CNS and skull base tumors in adults and children, sarcomas, and complex radiotherapy planning.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Proton-beam therapy at Proton Therapy Centre Quirónsalud in Madrid, Spain may cost around 25,000-80,000 EUR for a complete treatment course. The center uses advanced Proteus One® technology with Dr. Carme Ares, a radiation oncologist with 28 years of experience including training at elite proton therapy institutes.
About the Procedure
Proton-beam therapy delivers targeted radiation with minimal damage to healthy tissue. It is especially effective for brain and spinal tumors. The treatment typically involves 30-40 sessions over 6-8 weeks.
What's Included
- Personalized treatment planning with advanced imaging (MRI/PET/CT)
- Full proton therapy course using Proteus One® system
- Multidisciplinary medical team oversight
- Follow-up monitoring and second opinion review
Treatment Advantages
This center features Spain's first proton therapy facility opened in 2019. The system allows 220-degree beam rotation for precise targeting. Dr. Ares has performed 900 procedures and leads the radiation oncology department.
Quirónsalud is Spain's largest hospital group with Joint Commission International accreditation. International patients typically stay 45 days in Madrid during treatment.
For complex tumors or cases requiring precise radiation, this center offers specialized expertise with advanced technology.
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