Prostate Cancer Treatment in Israel

Prostate cancer is the second most common cause of cancer in men which occurs when abnormal cells begin to grow in the prostate. It is a slow-growing disease and the majority of men with low-grade prostate cancer live for years without facing any symptoms. Although the exact causes of prostate cancer are not clear but normally the prostate cancer begins when abnormal cell continue living and the other cells die. Some risk factors of the procedure are as follows:

Age: It is an age-dependent disease and the risk of getting the diseases by the age of 75 is 1 in 7 men and by the age of 85, it is likely to increase to 1 in 5 men.

Family history: If the male member in your family had prostate cancer, then you have higher chances of getting the disease than men with no such history. The risk will likely to increase when more than one male relative had prostate cancer.  

Race: Though the reasons that are not yet confirmed, black men have a greater risk of prostate cancer than the men of other races. Also, prostate cancer in black men is more aggressive and advanced.

The average cost of prostate cancer treatment in Israel will be formed taking into account the medical condition of a particular patient, stage of the diseases, or if the patients have any concomitant diseases, or which methods of the prostate cancer treatment will be used. Also, if we compare the prices within the country, it can differ from clinic to clinic approximately by 20-30%. The average cost of Prostate cancer in Israel is $20,000, while radiation therapy and chemotherapy cost will go up to $6,000-7,000 and $1,500-3,000respectively.

There are various types of surgeries available in Israel for Prostate Cancer Treatment depending on the patient’s condition, the stage, the extent and the location of cancer. Below are the various procedures which have been used to treat prostate cancer in Israel:

Radical prostatectomy

In this type of surgery, the whole prostate gland and seminal vesicle are removed along with nearby lymph nodes. It is suggested to men with localized prostate cancer to cut the chances of spreading cancer in other nearby parts. In order to perform this surgery, surgeons remove cancer, if it is contained within the gland.

TURP

Transurethral Resection of the Prostate, also known as TURP, is the commonly performed prostate surgery. A TURP procedure cannot cure cancer but help with symptoms of prostate cancer, that is, difficulty in passing the urine. It is generally carried out under anesthesia and involves a thin metal tube with a camera passed by the surgeon through the penis to the urethra.

Cancer is devastating and it’s after effect can affect you even more. The follow-up appointments will usually start two or three months after treatment and then it will take place every three to six months. Generally, every hospital has a different plan for conducting the recovery process post-treatment. However, if your PSA Level remains stable two years after treatment, then you will be asked to have your PSA level checked remotely. If your PSA level rises, you will be given an appointment at the hospital to tackle it. You can face some problems like urinary problems or sexual problems, but doctors and nurses will assist you in this and if there is any sign of your cancer coming back, they will refer you back to the hospital.

Israel is undoubtedly one of the best places to get medical care for foreigners. The Medical Tourism Index ranks Israel highest in a survey of 25 most popular medical destinations based on the care, services and patient’s experiences. Here is the list of top hospitals where you can obtain the treatment of Prostate cancer treatment in Israel:

• Tel Aviv SOURASKY Medical Centre (ICHILOV Medical Centre)

• Assuta Hospitals

• Assaf Harofeh Medical Center

• Hadassah Medical center

Israel is a well-known country for its exceptional healthcare services. Talking about the medical scenario, Israel possesses a world-class standard of care, state-of-the-art equipment, and internationally recognized doctors and surgeons who have treated hundreds of patients having prostate cancer successfully. Among all the skilled professionals to treat prostate cancer, we have mentioned a few names:

• Prof. Ido Wolf

• Dr. Guy Lahat

• Dr. Pepper Raphael

• Prof. Baram Jacob

Israel is one of the most developed countries in the world which has been rightly praised for the healthcare benefits it offers. Unlike historical times, Israel has upgraded and advanced itself to keep at par with the progression in the medical field and has thus been capable of providing the best of the best benefits to not only the native citizens but for tourists from all across the world. The reason why thousands of people prefer Israel over other countries is because of the high affordability of the medical facilities. The healthcare benefits of the hospitals and the clinics are competent with the major countries which means their services are uncompromised even though the packages can be availed at approximately 65% affordable rates.

Even though Israel is counted among one of the most affordable countries for medical treatments, the country houses best hospitals and clinics, which are teamed yo with professional physicians and surgeons as well as advanced medical equipment. Due to the quality of the treatment available, a number of hospitals and clinics in Israel have earned due JCI certification. Hence, some of the most popular hospitals in Israel which have attained JCI certification are:

• Sheba Medical Center
• Sourasky Medical Center
• Rabin Medical Center
• Rambam Medical Center
• Assuta Hospital

Not only the doctors, the hospitals in Israel follow a strict protocol while selecting medical staffs, which is why, the quality of even the support staffs remain incomparable. The support staffs are also trained to handle emergency situations as well as critical cases with umpteenth care so as to ensure complete healthcare to the candidate undergoing minor to major procedures.

The doctors and surgeons in Israel are globally recognized for their excellent skills which has also garnered them with awards from reputed medical universities. A high number of complex and terminal cases have been successfully treated by the medical professionals working in the country. More than the progressing technology, the doctors are accredited for the impressive treatments in the United States of America, which is why, every year the USA records some of the highest number of medical tourists from various corners of the world.

Visa for medical reasons are arranged by the sponsors directly through the government portal. However, the candidate should go through the procedure by themselves so as to keep the documents and necessary photocopies, to be submitted, ready. Duly signed application form needs to be submitted clearly stating the reasons for travel. Also, the candidate list possess a passport with due expiration date more than one year.

MediGence ensures a hassle-free medical travelling experience in Israel. Right from the beginning of the journey to the end, MediGence assists the candidates and the family with utmost care thereby making the stay as comfortable as it can be. Hence, here is a list of services provided for candidate satisfaction:

• Visa Assistance
• Free airport to hospital transfer
• On-Ground Support
• Teleconsultations
• Visa Assistance
• Accommodation Assistance
• Free Airport to Hospital Transfer
• Rehabilitation and recovery services

Israel is brimming with historic cities that have graced mankind with beautiful architecture. However, the country has also upgraded itself in terms of medical facilities. This, some of the best cities in Israel which are ideal for availing medical treatment are:

• Ramat Gan
• Beer Sheva
• Tel Aviv
• Haifa