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Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)

In GIST, the right approach is shaped by the tumor's molecular profile. Our surgical and medical oncology team evaluates this together.

HIGHLIGHTS

What stands out in this treatment

Multidisciplinary Oncology Council

Surgery first, drug first, or in what sequence? The decision is made jointly in a council of medical oncologist, surgical oncologist, radiologist, gastroenterologist and pathologist.

Mutation Analysis via Molecular Pathology

KIT (exon 9/11) and PDGFRA (exon 18, including D842V) mutation analysis is performed; drug choice and dose are guided by this profile.

Targeted Smart Drugs

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (imatinib and later lines) are central to GIST therapy; combined with surgery through neoadjuvant and adjuvant use.

Robotic and Minimally Invasive Resection

With Da Vinci robotic and laparoscopic surgery the tumor is removed with its integrity preserved (avoiding capsule rupture); less bleeding, small incision, fast recovery.

Risk Stratification and Tailored Follow-up

Risk level is defined by tumor size, mitotic rate and location; adjuvant therapy duration and imaging follow-up are planned accordingly.

World-Renowned Staff and International Patient Support

High-volume team; visa, transfer, accommodation and medical interpreter support for patients coming from abroad.

Insurance & agreements

Transparent payment with contracted institutions and private insurers, at home and abroad.

Accommodation & rooms

Companion-friendly modern patient rooms and in-city accommodation support.

International patient services

Visa, airport transfer and 24/7 multilingual medical interpreters.

Transparent, guaranteed price

A quote prepared from your medical information; no extra charge for the treatments it covers.
OVERVIEW

Who it's for & conditions treated

Who is it for?
Abdominal fullness, pain or a palpable mass.
Gastrointestinal bleeding: black stool (melena), vomiting blood, or unexplained anemia.
Early satiety, nausea, weight loss and fatigue.
Many small GISTs cause no symptoms and may be found incidentally on endoscopy or imaging done for another reason.
Rare hereditary/syndromic associations: Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), Carney triad and familial GIST syndromes.
As the tumor grows, the risk of perforation or obstruction may increase, which requires urgent evaluation.
Conditions treated
Surgical Resection (Robotic / Laparoscopic / Open)Neoadjuvant Targeted Therapy (Pre-operative TKI)Adjuvant Targeted Therapy (Post-operative TKI)Drug Lines in Advanced/Metastatic DiseaseInterventional Oncology (for liver metastases)Molecular Tumor Profiling and Re-evaluationMultidisciplinary Oncology Council
TREATMENTS

Our treatment methods

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)
In GIST, the right approach is shaped by the tumor's molecular profile. Our surgical and medical oncology team evaluates this together.

Surgical Resection (Robotic / Laparoscopic / Open)

Neoadjuvant Targeted Therapy (Pre-operative TKI)

Adjuvant Targeted Therapy (Post-operative TKI)

Drug Lines in Advanced/Metastatic Disease

Interventional Oncology (for liver metastases)

Molecular Tumor Profiling and Re-evaluation

TREATMENT TIMELINE

From day one to discharge

The timeline below is an average and varies by patient, diagnosis and clinical status. Exact timing and all included services are detailed in your personalized treatment offer.
Application
Application and File Sharing — Share your endoscopy, biopsy and imaging reports; remote pre-assessment begins.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis and Molecular Testing — Necessary imaging is completed; KIT/PDGFRA mutation analysis and mitotic rate are assessed on the biopsy sample.
Council
Oncology Council Decision — The tumor board determines the sequence of surgery, neoadjuvant/adjuvant TKI or drug therapy based on the mutation and risk profile.
Treatment
Treatment Delivery — The planned robotic/minimally invasive surgery and/or targeted drug therapy is delivered on a transparent schedule.
Follow-up
Follow-up and Tele-Oncology — Periodic imaging and TKI response monitoring according to risk level; remote check-up option.
Every treatment offer is presented in full detail — accommodation, transfer, interpreter and follow-up included — clearly stating what is covered.
HOW IT WORKS

A completely carefree treatment journey

1
Online application
Fill the form or message us on WhatsApp; share your file in seconds.
2
Free evaluation
Our specialists review your file and reply within 24 hours.
3
Personalized plan
Treatment steps, timeline and transparent cost are clarified.
4
Welcome & treatment
Airport pickup, accommodation and treatment — coordinated end to end.
BY THE NUMBERS

Our center in numbers

12,000+
oncology cases per year at our center
2
Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical systems
30+
cancer types treated
Weekly
tumor board
TECHNOLOGY

Our diagnostic and treatment technologies

Technology

Da Vinci Xi

TrueBeam LINAC

Biplane Angio

Advanced Imaging

Gait Robot

Arm Robot

WHY DORUK

What sets us apart here

JCI accreditation & patient safety
Accredited to international JCI standards; an independently audited quality and patient-safety system.
Weekly tumor board
Your treatment plan is finalized at a board where medical, radiation and surgical oncology sit together.
Radiotherapy, robotic surgery and PET-CT together
TrueBeam LINAC, Da Vinci robotic surgery and PET-CT in the same center — from tests to treatment without changing institutions.
International patient services
End-to-end support with visa, airport transfer, accommodation and multilingual medical interpreters.
Transparent, guaranteed pricing
A quote prepared from your medical information; the hospital charges no extra for the treatments it covers.
Tele-oncology follow-up
Your post-treatment follow-up continues via tele-oncology after you return home.
INFO & BLOG

About diagnosis, treatment and recovery

What is GIST and how does it differ from other GI cancers?
How is treatment decided and who sets the sequence?
Why might drugs be given first (neoadjuvant)?
What matters most in surgery?
Why is mutation analysis important?
How long does post-surgery (adjuvant) drug therapy last?
What is done if GIST recurs or spreads?
Should a small, asymptomatic GIST be operated immediately?
How is follow-up done?
I am coming from abroad, how does the process work?
PRICING

Transparent treatment pricing

Consultation & second opinion
In GIST the process is personalized by mutation profile, size and risk; the offer transparently covers molecular testing, surgery and targeted therapy.
Free
Radiotherapy course (IMRT)
Planning + sessions included
€4,500 – €8,000
Chemotherapy (per cycle)
Excl. meds, incl. administration
€900 – €2,500
Robotic tumor surgery
3–4 night stay included
€7,500 – €12,000
Indicative price range — your binding quote is sent in writing after your free medical evaluation.
PRICE GUARANTEE

Our quote is a binding commitment

The quote prepared and shared based on the medical information you provide is guaranteed: for every treatment it covers, the hospital charges no extra fees.

Written, binding quote
Your quote is prepared from your medical information and shared in writing.
No surprise charges
For the treatments the quote covers, the hospital requests no extra charge.
All covered treatments included
Every planned treatment is included in the guaranteed price.
PATIENT STORIES

Recovery journeys in their own words

Patient stories
All patient stories
PATIENT VOICES

What our patients say

The oncology team was with me medically and emotionally. In a word, they gave me confidence.

Ayşe
Türkiye · Oncology
Illustrative review

All my tests were done in one centre and the tumour board produced a plan the same week.

Klaus
Germany · Oncology
Illustrative review

I came for a second opinion; it was the doctor himself who explained that I should stay and be treated.

Ivan
Bulgaria · Oncology
Illustrative review

A Russian-speaking coordinator was with me at every appointment; I never had to guess anything.

Elena
Russia · Oncology
Illustrative review

The file of the treatment I began at home was read here in full; I did not start from zero.

Aigul
Kazakhstan · Oncology
Illustrative review

Accommodation and transfers were planned in one schedule during radiotherapy; it did not exhaust me.

Faisal
Saudi Arabia · Oncology
Illustrative review

They explained both my illness and my options in my own language. Knowledge eased my fear.

Zainab
Iraq · Oncology
Illustrative review

I had my follow-up calendar in hand after treatment ended; I did not return home into a vacuum.

Sarah
United Kingdom · Oncology
Illustrative review
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the consultation paid?
How do I apply from abroad?
Visa and transfer support?
How is post-care follow-up?

Free evaluation for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)

Our international team replies within 24 hours. Visa, transfer and accommodation included.

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