Galenia Hospital Cancun

The Oncology Unit at Galenia Hospital is famous in Mexico because it offers medical facilities ranging from diagnostics to non-invasive cancer management procedures.

There is an independent pediatric center where oncologists offer personalized treatment for children. The oncologists first diagnose the disease using a PET-CT or MRI scan.

In partnership with Cancun Oncology Center, the hospital offers radiotherapy and oncological surgery services that follow the highest quality standards.

This partnership is committed to providing exceptional care, combining compassion, expertise, and cutting-edge science to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Some of the procedures offered at the clinic are:

HIFU

At Galenia Hospital, HIFU is done to treat prostate cancer minimally invasively. The procedure uses focused ultrasound waves to generate heat at specific points within the body. It effectively destroys targeted tissue without damaging surrounding structures.

Moreover, HIFU gives precise results similar to those of radiotherapy. The minimally invasive method kills tumors through ablation, and the ultrasonic waves shrink the tumors. The success rate for HIFU at Galenia Hospital is 89%.

Nephrectomy

The oncologists at Galenia Hospital perform nephrectomies in patients with kidney cancer, severe kidney damage, or other kidney-related diseases.

It is a minimally invasive surgical procedure involving the removal of all or part of a kidney. However, the technique could be different in each case. At Galenia Hospital, the surgeons successfully perform partial or complete nephrectomy.

Robotic Surgery

At Galenia Hospital, the oncologists offer robotic surgeries to patients with complex diseases. The robotic devices help achieve ultra-precise results and prevent complications during minimally invasive procedures.

Another advantage of this procedure is its high magnification power, making it easy for oncologists to observe surgical details accurately. In most cases, the oncologists use this technology to cure pancreatic cancer.

Other procedures offered at the clinic:

• HIPEC
• Hysterectomy
• Target therapy
• MOHS operation
• IMRT

The Plastic Surgery Unit at Galenia provides patients with advanced cosmetic procedures to restore face and body shape. Such procedures include facelift, rhinoplasty, and blepharoplasty.

At Galenia, plastic surgeons mostly rely on injectables or implants as they are safe and give instant results. However, as per patients' demands, they also offer reconstructive surgery techniques.

Some of the procedures offered at the clinic are:

Hair Transplant

The plastic surgeons at Galenia use the FUE technique to restore thick hair. The surgical technique is famous everywhere due to its effectiveness.

They take donor hair from the back of the head and then use the threads to place it on the bald area. In most cases, the results obtained through the FUE technique last a lifetime.

Chin Implant

It is also referred to as mentoplasty. The procedure is quite famous among models, who use it to reshape their chins.

The plastic surgeons either increase or reduce the chin area depending on the patient's desires and facial features. This is a safe technique that improves the overall appearance of the face.

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is a procedure offered by reconstructive surgery specialists at Galenia Cancun Hospital to enhance breast size, shape, and fullness.

The procedure is also famous among models who need firm breasts. The reconstructive specialists use implants to enhance their size. However, the procedure is minimally invasive, and recovery only takes two to three weeks, so patients get the desired results.

The Neurosurgery Unit at Galenia is famous for successfully treating brain defects. The neurosurgeons use imaging devices to make accurate diagnoses and perform successful surgeries.

Neurosurgeons prefer non-invasive techniques when the patient has a chronic disease and is unresponsive to other procedures.

Some of the treatments offered at the clinic are:

Implantation of Vagus Nerve Neurostimulator

At Galenia Hospital, the neurosurgeons perform this procedure to control patient seizures. It works when the patient does not respond to surgical procedures or anti-seizure medications.

Neurosurgeons use pacemakers to control the seizure activity inside the brain. A pacemaker is placed in the chest wall, and the neurosurgeon adjusts it to control seizure activity.

The success rate of the vagus nerve stimulator at Galenia Hospital is 90%. The neurosurgeons at Galenia use this technique to treat patients with epilepsy.

Craniotomy

Galenia Hospital Cancun offers craniotomy procedures for the safe removal of tumors inside the brain.

With this technique, the surgeon makes an incision to expose the brain and then removes the tumor minimally invasively.

Discectomy

A discectomy is a surgical procedure performed at Galenia Hospital to remove a portion of a herniated or damaged disc in the spine. This procedure is recommended for patients experiencing pain, numbness, or weakness in the back.

The Cardiovascular Surgery Unit at Galenia Hospital has all the necessary arrangements to facilitate patients 24/7. The cardiologists here always perform the following diagnostic tests before starting any treatment:

• ECG
• Angiography
• Cardiac
• MRI
• EEG

Some of the procedures offered at the clinic are:

Coronary Artery Stenting

The stenting technique is an innovation in cardiology. The cardiovascular surgeons at Galenia offer this procedure to patients with blocked coronary arteries.

The stent is made up of a metal component containing a drug. This helps improve blood circulation and also protects arteries from blocking again.

Angioplasty

The cardiologists at Galenia perform this procedure in patients with high cholesterol deposits in the arteries. Due to these complications, the arteries become clogged.

To treat such conditions, the cardiologists at Galenia Hospital prefer angioplasty to open the clogged arteries. They insert a balloon inside the arteries and inflate it, which helps to prevent the artery from narrowing. It increases the life expectancy of the patients by up to 5 years.

TAVI

It is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace a diseased aortic valve in patients with severe aortic stenosis. This procedure is an alternative to open-heart surgery and is recommended for patients who are considered high-risk for traditional surgical methods.

The Orthopedics & Traumatology Unit at Galenia Hospital offers treatment facilities to patients with arthritis or other joint defects. For such problems, they offer:

Knee Replacement

The orthopedic specialists at Galenia use implants to replace the injured or damaged knee joint. Orthopedic surgeons use this method to treat osteoarthritis.

The surgeons perform this procedure with high accuracy. The orthopedics recommend physical therapy right after the surgery to improve the recovery rate. Healing takes time; however, physical therapy can reduce the duration of the process.

Ankle Arthroscopy

Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat various conditions within the ankle joint. This technique involves using a small camera called an arthroscope. This camera helps the surgeon view the inside of the joint and perform necessary repairs through tiny incisions.

Shoulder Arthroplasty

Shoulder arthroplasty or shoulder replacement surgery replaces the damaged parts of the shoulder joint with artificial components. This surgery is recommended for patients suffering from severe shoulder pain and dysfunction due to arthritis, fractures, or other degenerative conditions.

The Gynecology Unit at Galenia Hospital is famous for its fertility treatment programs. For that, they offer Procedure:

IVF

Few clinics in Mexico offer IVF procedures successfully. At Galenia, the gynecologists have performed more than 60 successful IVF procedures.

The comprehensive treatment offered at Galenia helps infertile couples. The gynecologists guide the patients from the start to the end. Due to the procedure's success, hundreds of patients visit the gynecology unit for IVF treatment.

Obstetric Services

Galenia Hospital offers prenatal and specialized care for high-risk pregnancies.

The gynecologists here successfully treat complications such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and multiple pregnancies.

Hydro deliveries are available as part of maternity services. For labor and delivery, specialized birthing suites offer natural and medicated deliveries.

Urogynecology

Galenia Hospital Cancun offers care for women with pelvic floor disorders. The gynecologists here successfully diagnose and treat conditions affecting the pelvic region.

The Galenia Hospital Diagnostic Center offers imaging services with the latest technology, an experienced team of radiologists, and certified technicians. It provides doctors with critical information to diagnose and treat various health problems, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis, and more.

Modern Equipment available at the unit include:

• Tomographs
• MRI machines
• Angiography
• Gamma Camera
• Mammography System
• Densitometer
• Ultrasound machine
• X-ray system
• Fluoroscopy Device
• Linear Accelerator