| Service | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oncologist consultation | from USD 20 | — | — |
Prices in the “Ukraine” column come from MediUkraine’s partner clinics. The Czech Republic and Turkey columns show the lower bounds of prices published by clinics there (for Turkey, also the Turkish Dental Association’s recommended 2026 tariff), collected in August 2026 and converted to US dollars at the rate on the day of collection. A dash means we could not find a comparable published price. In any country, the final cost is set by the clinic after an examination.
Brain tumour surgery is recommended when a tumour presses on brain structures, causes neurological symptoms or grows quickly. The neurosurgeon chooses the approach according to the location, size and type of the tumour and your condition. MediUkraine arranges an oncologist consultation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, where the doctor advises where and how the operation can be carried out.
Microsurgical removal under an operating microscope can be supplemented by navigation systems that show the tumour's borders during the operation, and by endoscopic approaches to deep brain structures. Intraoperative neuromonitoring tracks the state of critical areas and reduces the risk of neurological complications.
The outcome depends on the stage of the disease and the type of tumour. Complete removal improves quality of life and extends the period of remission in most cases. If needed, surgery is combined with radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
MediUkraine helps organise the operation for your specific case, taking into account the type of tumour, the equipment required and the timing of admission.
Travel. Ukrainian airspace is closed, so there are no commercial flights. Uzhhorod lies right on the border with Slovakia and close to Hungary, so patients usually arrive overland from one of these two countries, by car, bus or train.
Visas. Citizens of the EU, the United Kingdom and the United States do not need a visa for short stays in Ukraine. Rules depend on your citizenship, so check your own before booking.
Safety, plainly. Ukraine is at war. Air raid alerts occur across the country, including in Uzhhorod, and an appointment can be interrupted by one. Several governments advise against travel to Ukraine, and while that advice stands, ordinary travel and medical insurance is often void — confirm your cover with your insurer before you commit to anything.
Language. MediUkraine handles correspondence, scheduling, the written treatment plan and the quote in English. The clinic's team communicates with international patients in English.
Payment. You pay the clinic directly. Our coordination service is free of charge for you.
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The method is chosen according to the location, size and histological nature of the tumour. Microsurgical resection is the basic approach: the tumour is removed through a craniotomy under an operating microscope. It remains the standard for many types of tumour because it allows the maximum amount of tissue to be removed while obtaining material for histological analysis.
Stereotactic radiosurgery is a non-invasive procedure for small and hard-to-reach tumours and for controlling recurrence. The equipment focuses the radiation beam on the target, so healthy brain tissue receives minimal exposure.
Intraoperative monitoring of brain function and neurophysiological testing give the surgeon feedback when working in critical areas and help preserve neurological function. Such cases are managed by a multidisciplinary team: a neurosurgeon, a neurologist, an anaesthetist and a rehabilitation specialist.
The first days and weeks after surgery are spent under close observation in the neurosurgical department: your neurological status, intracranial pressure and possible complications are monitored. A physiotherapist and a speech therapist are involved from the acute period, so basic movement and speech skills are restored as early as possible.
The rehabilitation programme is tailored to you, taking into account the extent of surgery, the location of the tumour and any neurological deficit. It includes physical rehabilitation, fine motor exercises, speech therapy sessions and psychological support. Active recovery takes 2–6 months on average, and some functions return over a year or longer.
MediUkraine helps you plan the stages of rehabilitation and keeps in touch with your doctors. After discharge you receive a written recovery plan: the timing of follow-up tests, the level of physical activity allowed and a list of symptoms that mean you should call the doctor immediately.
Brain tumour surgery aims to remove as much tumour tissue as possible while preserving brain function. The operation is performed by a neurosurgeon under general anaesthesia, with intraoperative monitoring.
Before surgery you have an MRI or CT scan of the brain, electroencephalography and an assessment of your neurological status. The surgeon reaches the tumour through a craniotomy and removes it, minimising damage to healthy brain tissue. Intraoperative navigation and neurophysiological monitoring are used to make the procedure safer.
The MediUkraine team arranges an oncologist consultation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and supports you at every stage, from the first consultation to the follow-up examination after treatment.
Medical care in Ukraine usually costs less than in Western Europe or the USA. The difference is explained by medical staff salaries, the cost of equipment maintenance and the running costs of healthcare facilities; it does not affect the qualifications of the doctors or the quality of diagnostics.
Ukrainian neurosurgeons regularly perform complex operations, including removal of intracranial tumours under navigation guidance and with intraoperative monitoring. Specialised neurosurgical departments have operating theatres and CT and MRI scanners, so pre-operative planning and checking of the result are done on site.
MediUkraine arranges an oncologist consultation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod: the doctor will assess your condition and advise where and how to continue treatment, and sets out the treatment plan and its cost after the examination. We coordinate communication with the clinic, help with documents and support you at every stage of diagnosis and treatment, from your first enquiry to the day you are discharged.
The safety of the operation rests on adherence to international protocols for diagnosis and surgery. Intraoperative navigation, ultrasonic aspiration and microsurgical technique are used to avoid damaging healthy tissue. Procedures are performed with monitoring of nervous system function, which protects critical areas of the brain.
Operating theatres meet aseptic requirements and have equipment for neuroimaging and electrophysiological monitoring. Staff regularly update their skills and work according to protocols approved by the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and European recommendations.
The pre-operative work-up includes a contrast-enhanced MRI, angiography and functional brain mapping: these data are used to plan the approach and predict the outcome. Post-operative rehabilitation is provided by teams that include neurosurgeons, neurologists and physical medicine doctors.
📍 Uzhhorod, Ukraine
A multidisciplinary hospital in Uzhhorod, part of a network of medical facilities in western Ukraine: an outpatient clinic, a surgical centre covering 15 specialties and a 30-bed inpatient unit. Its 52 doctors include professors and PhDs; many operations are done as day surgery, with discharge after 1–2 days.
It is the surgical removal of a tumour: the surgeon's task is to remove the tumour and preserve brain function. Microsurgical and endoscopic techniques improve the precision of access and reduce trauma. The neurosurgeon decides on the final extent of removal during the operation, based on navigation and monitoring data.
The price depends on the type of tumour, the complexity of the operation, the need for navigation systems and the extent of post-operative rehabilitation. The first step is an oncologist consultation at the partner clinic, from USD 20. The doctor sets out the treatment plan and its cost after the examination, and MediUkraine helps you get an estimate before you travel.
See a neurosurgeon if you have a headache that does not go away, problems with vision, coordination or memory, or seizures. The earlier a tumour is detected, the more treatment options remain and the lower the risk of complications.
Before surgery you have a full work-up: MRI, CT, blood tests and consultations with the neurosurgeon and the anaesthetist. For a few days before the operation, avoid alcohol, stress and excessive physical exertion.
These cases are considered individually. During pregnancy, surgery is performed only when the mother's life is at risk. The decision is made by a team of doctors, taking into account the patient's condition and all associated risks.
Surgery is recommended when a tumour compresses brain structures, causes neurological symptoms or grows quickly. It is also needed when the tumour is malignant or does not respond to drug treatment.
The prognosis depends on the type of tumour, its size, location and the stage of the disease at diagnosis. Benign tumours detected early can often be removed completely with a low risk of recurrence. Malignant tumours require comprehensive treatment: surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Surgery can achieve good results even in some complex cases, and timely diagnosis and the neurosurgeon's experience matter here. MediUkraine will arrange an oncologist consultation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod. The doctor will be able to assess the prognosis in your case after a full examination and an in-person consultation, following which a personal treatment plan will be drawn up.
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