Comparison of CAR-T processes
| CRITERIA | SHEBA | HADASSAH |
|---|---|---|
| Type of hospital | Governmental | Semi-governmental, semi private |
| Doctor in charge | Prof. Arnon Nagler / Dr. Hila Magen | Prof. Polina Stepensky |
| Estimated cost of treatment | $90,000- $150,000 USD | $150,000 USD |
| Duration of stay in Israel | Approximately 3 months | Approximately 6-7 weeks |
| Amount of pre arrival deposit | $80,000-$100,000 USD | $150,000 USD |
| Consultation with the doctor prior to arrival | Not possible before payment of the deposit | Possible, payment for consultation only ($650) |
| Location of hospital | Ramat Gan (Near Tel Aviv) | Jerusalem |
| Refund in case of cancellation | Full refund | Full refund |
| Conditions treated | Lymphoma, Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma | Multiple Myeloma |
| CAR-T accreditation | Academic clinical study | Academic clinical study |
| Accompanying person | An accompanying person is required throughout the treatment | An accompanying person is required throughout the treatment |
