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Turkey, Istanbul
Spinal cord abscess Treatment in Biruni University Hospital
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About the clinic
Spinal cord abscess care at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, includes imaging, surgery, and non-surgical treatment. A blood count may cost around $50–$100, ultrasound around $200–$300, a treatment-plan consultation around $200, and spinal MRI around $500–$800. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melih Üçer has over 10 years of experience and focuses on spine and spinal cord infections.
Tests and imaging available 24/7
The hospital’s emergency service provides access to imaging and laboratory testing. The Spine Health Center brings together neurosurgery, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.
- Blood tests: Complete blood count and other laboratory tests.
- Imaging: MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray to assess the spine and surrounding tissues.
- Nerve testing: Electromyography (EMG) records electrical activity in muscles and nerves.
- Treatment planning: A consultation includes creation of a treatment plan.
Surgery and non-surgical care
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melih Üçer performs surgery for spinal and spinal cord infections at the Spine Health Center. The hospital holds TEMOS and ISO accreditations and has a hybrid operating room and intensive care beds.
- Abscess drainage and decompression: Microsurgical or endoscopic methods remove infected tissue and relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots.
- Minimally invasive spine surgery: Smaller incisions may mean less postoperative pain and faster recovery than open surgery.
- Open spine surgery: This may be used for extensive infection, spinal instability, or complex involvement.
- Laminectomy and spinal decompression: Removing part of the lamina can reduce pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.
- Non-surgical management: Options include medication, injections, nerve blocks, physical therapy, rehabilitation, manual therapy, acupuncture, PRP therapy, and lifestyle changes.
- Post-operative care: Follow-up may include intensive care support, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.
Patients can request a consultation or a free second medical opinion through Bookimed.
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2016
Year of foundation
134 doctors
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Treatments prices in the clinic
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Neurosurgery
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of one area | $500 - $800 | |
| Complete blood count | $50 - $100 | |
| Ultrasound | $150 - $250 | |
| Consultation with creation of treatment plan | $170 |
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Turkish Medical Association
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Turkish Medical Association certificate for Biruni University Hospital
TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation
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TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Biruni University Hospital
Biruni University Hospital: more details about the clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
Established in 2016, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital provides healthcare services of international standards. It operates as a full 'University Hospital' with advanced technology and a highly qualified academic staff.
Health Campus in Istanbul
Located in Küçükçekmece, Istanbul, the hospital started operations in 2023. Built on an 80,000 m² area, it offers a comfortable environment and meets all Ministry of Health security regulations. The hospital has 617 beds, including 71 intensive care beds and 15 operating rooms, one of which is hybrid.
Comprehensive Polyclinic Services
The hospital offers services through 130 polyclinic rooms, covering specialties like cardiology, pediatrics, neurosurgery, and orthopedics. Other departments include radiology, radiation oncology, rheumatology, hair transplant center, and medical oncology.
Advanced Technologies and Treatment Methods
The hospital has modern diagnostic units, advanced imaging methods, and well-equipped operating rooms. The Interventional Radiology department treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis.
Biruni University Faculty of Dentistry Hospital
The Faculty of Dentistry Hospital offers advanced dental services, including smile design, porcelain veneers, implants, and maxillofacial surgery. It is a reference center for international patients, providing high-quality care with state-of-the-art technology.
Additional services
Transfer
Clinic to airport
free
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free
Language assistance
Available
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Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
Requirements for admission
Age
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Patient reviews
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reviews
Gerard Lyall
Aug 19, 2025
HERNIATED DISC - SPINE SURGERY - UK PATIENT
I’ll be honest, I’m never one for leaving reviews but the experience here has been amazing that it’s deserved and hoping this message might be helpful to others.
I’m from the uk and the cost for my procedure back home was way too expensive for me that I needed to look elsewhere and found Biruni University Hospital.
I was contacted by Rose, who has helped me from the start to finish. She’s been my guide and if it wasn’t for her I don’t know where I’d be right now.
Her supervisor “Furkan” to the doctor who operated the spine surgery on me “Dr Melih Ucer” everyone made me feel relaxed and at ease.
The hospital looks amazing inside and out, it’s very clean with staff always smiling and helpful.
If anyone reading this who has a herniated disc and is in so much pain. Here is the place to be and if you’re unsure then messaged and ask for Rose.
Like I said, she’s been so helpful from the start to finish and if it wasn’t for her I don’t know where I’d be right now and that’s the truth.
Thank you to BIRUNI UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL and to the team who looked after me. Your service has been amazing and I’m very grateful.
malika noor
May 7, 2025
This is one of my favorite hospitals. It has many excellent doctors, especially Prof. Dr. Cüneyt—he is one of the best and kindest doctors I’ve met. Some of the staff are also very polite, except for one person. I have visited this hospital many times for my family’s check-ups, and I am very satisfied with the service. I also want to express my appreciation for the English translator named Ayan. She was very polite, kind, and talent
Latisha Taylor
Apr 25, 2025
I stayed here at the Biruni Hospital for 6 nights and honestly it was better than I could’ve imagined. Very clean new building, stylish and modern. Staff are absolutely amazing, very professional and friendly, always checking in and asking if I need anything. Lots of translators so communication is no problem. My surgeon for my procedure was Dr Koray, he is amazing, his work is so neat and he is so caring and supportive he made all my worries disappear I can’t shout his praises enough. Overall I would 100% recommend.
Danielle Gourlay
Apr 10, 2025
I had a 360fdl and extended arm lift here and could not rate this high enough. 5 stars just isn’t enough to rate the service. Me and my companion were treated with kindness and respect. The nurses and doctors and surgeons were brilliant and the translators who were on hand 24/7 were so helpful and were able to assist us with everything we needed! We will be back later in the year for a further surgery and we are very much looking forward to returning to this hospital.
Sohail Noor
Apr 17, 2025
I visited this hospital for my father’s check-up. I specifically selected a doctor and waited for one week to get an appointment with that doctor. On the day of the appointment, when I arrived at the hospital, they took me to a different doctor without informing me. I had even canceled the eye department appointment just to meet the doctor I originally chose.
In addition, I waited for about one hour at the check-up center to solve this problem, but unfortunately, there was no one there to assist me. I was very disappointed with the way the hospital handled the situation. I hope they improve their scheduling, communication, and patient support in the future.
Beşyol, Akasya Sk. 15-1, 34295 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
updated 11/6/2026
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