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Robotic da Vinci Prostatectomy

Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) Israel Tel Aviv
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Urological surgeon

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Yossefovitz Ofer
Active member of multiple medical unions and associations. Professor completed clinical fellowship in Oncological Urology, Laparoscopic and Robotic procedures at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, USA.
30 years of experience
About

Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz is a highly experienced Laparoscopic Urological Surgeon of Israel with expertise in Oncological Urology, Urologic Surgery, and Robotic Surgery. He has completed a Doctor of Medicine degree and has had research fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He has more than 25 years of experience in clinical practice, has published numerous research papers, and is a Senior Lecturer at Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. He is a member of various medical organizations.

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Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz, an experienced Laparoscopic Urological Surgeon, specializes in Oncological Urology and Robotic Surgery. Sourasky Medical Center offers state-of-the-art Robotic da Vinci Prostatectomy with 90% success rate.
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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 hospital

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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Program price

$27300

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Great agency,excellent service! I highly reccomend it!

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Location

Weizmann St 6, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

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.
The erectile function is preserved in the most of cases.

Open vs. Da Vinci prostatectomy

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?
  1. Compare the info about hospitals in the listing and the Da Vinci prostatectomy costs.
  2. Choose the best option for you and fill out a form on the Bookimed website.
  3. Bookimed manager will call you back to answer all questions and book a chosen hospital.
  4. You will receive a personalized Da Vinci prostatectomy cost according to your test results and medical records.
  5. Then a Bookimed manager schedules the date of operation and arranges your medical trip.

Bookimed services are free of charge.