Hôpital Erasme (ULB)
Multi-speciality Hospital
Hospital
Route de Lennik 808, Anderlecht, Brussels Health Campus, Brussels, Belgium 1070
Hôpital Erasme (ULB)
Patient Trusted Hospital
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Care provided by Hôpital Erasme (ULB)
Internationally accredited healthcare facility
Top 10% of Hospitals
Highly rated for quality, outcomes, and patient trust.
World-Class Infrastructure
Advanced technology, modern facilities, and strict hygiene standards.
Patient-First Services
Dedicated international patient support and care coordination.
Cost of Surgeries
About
Hôpital Erasme operates as a major academic medical center located in the Anderlecht municipality of Brussels, approximately 20 minutes southwest of the city center on Route de Lennik. Established in 1977 as the primary university hospital of the Université libre de Bruxelles, the 1,048-bed facility functions as a comprehensive referral center handling over 25,000 inpatient admissions and approximately 350,000 outpatient visits annually.
The hospital maintains distinguished clinical programs across several specialized domains. The cardiology department operates a dedicated cardiovascular center equipped with six angiography suites and a cardiac intensive care unit. The neurology division has maintained international recognition since the 1980s, particularly in neurosurgical applications. Thoracic oncology services are delivered in partnership with the adjacent Jules Bordet Institute, which relocated to the campus in 2021. The facility additionally holds Level 1 Trauma Center accreditation, achieved in 2022, reflecting substantial capacity expansion from its original 200-bed configuration in 1979.
Research integration constitutes a fundamental operational principle, with the hospital maintaining active clinical trial programs in oncology and cardiology, supported by approximately 4,000 personnel and 300 rotating medical students. The facility encompasses the Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital for pediatric cases and maintains satellite clinics throughout Brussels. Physical infrastructure includes the modernized hospital tower and specialized treatment units, including a Gamma Knife facility for cerebral metastases.
Quality assurance frameworks include ISO certification and formal university-affiliated status. The institution has not pursued Joint Commission International accreditation.
International patient services encompass admissions support and practical coordination for overseas visitors, including pre-arrival documentation. Clinical and administrative staff operate in French and Dutch, with English widely utilized within medical teams. Cost structures for international patients typically reflect 30–40% reductions compared to comparable procedures in United States or United Kingdom private healthcare facilities, though final pricing depends upon insurance status and eligibility for national reimbursement mechanisms.
Accessibility from Brussels Airport requires approximately 30–40 minutes by road via the R0 ring road, with variability depending upon traffic conditions. Public transit access is available via metro line 5, which terminates at Erasme station at the campus entrance.
Why International Patients Choose Hôpital Erasme (ULB)
Hospital Type
Hospital
Hospital Unit
Multi-speciality Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Treatments Hôpital Erasme (ULB) is Known For
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Bed Count: 1048
Established in 1977
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Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery abroad covers aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease treatment, varicose vein surgery, carotid endarterectomy, deep vein thrombosis management, and endovascular interventions performed by experienced vascular surgeons. Options range from minimally invasive endovascular procedures to complex open vascular reconstruction. Vascular surgical costs and access to experienced vascular surgeons are significant challenges in many countries. An endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) that costs $50,000 to $90,000 at home may be available for $10,000 to $25,000 abroad at equally accredited vascular centers with experienced endovascular surgeons and hybrid operating facilities. Leading international vascular centers offer shorter waiting times, hybrid vascular suites combining imaging and surgery, and structured post-vascular rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report receiving more comprehensive vascular workups and more accessible surgical planning than they experienced at home. The vascular surgeon's open and endovascular case experience and the hospital's vascular ICU capabilities are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon's volume for your specific procedure. Lifelong antiplatelet or anticoagulation therapy adherence, smoking cessation, and cardiovascular risk factor management are critical for long-term vascular surgery success.
Urology
Urology treatment abroad covers prostate cancer surgery, kidney stone management, bladder procedures, male infertility treatment, robotic prostatectomy, HoLEP laser surgery for BPH, and urologic oncology at internationally accredited urology centers. Options range from minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to complex robotic-assisted urological surgery. Urological surgical costs are high and waiting times are long in many countries. A robotic radical prostatectomy that costs $40,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with experienced urologists performing high-volume robotic and endoscopic procedures. Leading international urology centers offer shorter waiting times, high-volume robotic urology programs, and comprehensive pre- and post-operative coordination. Patients consistently report receiving more thorough urological evaluations and attentive surgical planning than they experienced at home. The urologist's robotic or endoscopic case volume and the hospital's urology accreditation are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon's annual procedure volume for your specific indication. Adherence to post-surgical follow-up schedules, PSA monitoring, and continence rehabilitation directly determines functional outcomes after urological surgery.
Rehabilitation and Medical Spa Treatment
Integrated rehabilitation and medical spa programs combine evidence-based therapeutic recovery with luxury wellness experiences, offering post-surgical recuperation, chronic pain management, burnout recovery, and active aging programs in premium physician-led resort environments. These programs seamlessly blend physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, balneotherapy, and aesthetic medicine in world-class settings. The integration of rehabilitation medicine and luxury wellness is a growing niche available at premium cost in very few Western countries. A comprehensive two-week integrated rehab-medispa program that costs $15,000 to $35,000 at home may be available for $4,000 to $10,000 abroad at equally physician-led centers in Austria, Czech Republic, Thailand, or Switzerland. Leading international integrated programs offer daily structured therapy, wellness treatments personalized to recovery goals, and medical oversight throughout the stay. Patients consistently report receiving more comprehensive, holistically integrated care than they found available in their home country. The program physician's dual expertise in rehabilitation and wellness medicine and the facility's accreditation are the most critical factors. Confirm daily therapy sessions are medically supervised. Continuing prescribed home exercises, maintaining dietary habits, and managing stress after the program are critical to sustaining the health gains achieved.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation treatment abroad offers intensive neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical recovery programs at internationally accredited rehabilitation centers staffed by physiatrists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and neuropsychologists. High-intensity therapy programs using robotic and virtual reality technology accelerate functional recovery. Inpatient rehabilitation in many countries is expensive, short, and not sufficiently intensive. A comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program that costs $30,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $20,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with equivalent or greater daily therapy intensity. Leading international rehabilitation centers offer 3 to 5 hours of daily therapy, advanced robotic rehabilitation technology (Lokomat, Armeo, Ekso), and multidisciplinary team management. Patients consistently report receiving more intensive, individualized therapy than they found at home. The program's daily therapy intensity and the multidisciplinary team's experience are the most critical factors. Confirm daily therapy hours and the range of allied health professionals included. Family education, home exercise programs, and continuation of therapy after returning home are essential to sustain gains made during intensive inpatient rehabilitation.
Radiology/CT Scans
Radiology and diagnostic imaging abroad offers MRI, CT scans, PET-CT, ultrasound, digital X-ray, mammography, and interventional radiology at state-of-the-art imaging centers with rapid, subspecialized reporting. Patients access the same imaging technology used in leading Western hospitals at dramatically lower costs and with significantly shorter waiting times. Imaging costs in many countries are unnecessarily high and waiting times can be weeks. A 3T MRI that costs $2,000 to $4,000 at home may be available for $200 to $600 abroad at equally equipped imaging centers with subspecialized radiologist interpretation and digital report delivery. Leading international radiology centers offer same-day or next-day reporting, AI-assisted image analysis, and digital image sharing for remote specialist review. Patients consistently report faster turnaround and more detailed radiologist reports than they received at home. The radiologist's subspecialty training and the imaging equipment's generation are the most important factors. Confirm the center uses Siemens, GE, or Philips equipment at appropriate field strengths for your indication. Always share images and reports with your treating physician promptly, as imaging findings only translate to better outcomes when acted upon quickly.
Psychiatry
Psychiatry treatment abroad offers comprehensive mental health evaluation and care for depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, and dual diagnosis conditions at internationally accredited psychiatric facilities. Treatments range from medication management and structured psychotherapy to advanced neurostimulation therapies including TMS and ketamine infusions. Quality psychiatric care is expensive and waiting times are long in many countries. A comprehensive psychiatric assessment and residential treatment program that costs $20,000 to $60,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $15,000 abroad at equally qualified psychiatric centers with board-certified psychiatrists and evidence-based therapies. Leading international psychiatric facilities offer privacy, reduced stigma, and integrated treatment programs combining pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and holistic wellness in therapeutic environments. Patients consistently report receiving more individualized, accessible, and communicative mental health care than they found at home. The psychiatrist's training and the center's therapeutic approach are the most important factors. Confirm the program is led by board-certified psychiatrists and uses evidence-based treatment protocols. Ongoing aftercare planning, medication adherence, and continued psychotherapy after returning home are essential for sustained mental health recovery.
Pediatric Treatment
Pediatric treatment abroad provides specialized medical and surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents including pediatric cardiac surgery, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, and neonatology at internationally accredited children's hospitals. Child-friendly environments and family-centered care models support both patients and their caregivers throughout treatment. Specialized pediatric care is often unavailable or unaffordable in many countries. Complex pediatric surgeries that cost $50,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $30,000 abroad at equally accredited children's hospitals with fellowship-trained pediatric subspecialists. Leading international pediatric centers offer multidisciplinary pediatric teams, family accommodation support, and international patient coordinators experienced in managing the logistical and emotional needs of overseas families. Parents consistently report receiving more accessible specialist care and more thorough communication than they experienced at home. The pediatric subspecialist's training and the hospital's NICU and pediatric ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm your child's treating physician is fellowship-trained in the specific pediatric specialty. Family involvement in care, nutritional support, and psychological preparation for procedures significantly impacts pediatric recovery outcomes.
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Route de Lennik 808, Anderlecht, Brussels Health Campus, Brussels, Belgium 1070
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