


Depression Treatment in Emsey Hospital
About the clinic
Emsey Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey provides specialized psychiatric care for depression. Consultations may cost around $100 to $300, a comprehensive package with seven therapy sessions is typically around $950, and diagnostic EEG procedures run from $400 to $1,700. The clinic's approach is led by psychiatrist Dr. Orhan Karaca, who has 24 years of experience.
Diagnostic Methods
An accurate diagnosis is the first step. The clinic uses a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. This includes:
- Consultation with a psychiatrist: An initial meeting to discuss symptoms and history.
- EEG (Electroencephalography): This test measures brain wave activity. It helps rule out other neurological conditions.
Treatment for Depression
Treatment is primarily outpatient. The core method is talk therapy through individual psychiatric sessions. Dr. Karaca creates a personalized treatment plan. The main treatment option is a structured package:
- Psychiatric package with 7 sessions: This includes up to seven 30-minute examination sessions. The plan also covers medical reports, translation, and airport transfers. Accommodation for two days with breakfast is included. The goal is a thorough assessment and ongoing support plan.
Packages and Costs
The hospital offers different service bundles for international patients.
The comprehensive psychiatric package costs around $950. It provides significant support. Patients receive multiple therapy sessions and logistical help.
Simpler options are also available. A basic psychiatric examination package may cost around $100. A standalone hotel stay package with transfers is typically $300. This is for patients who need accommodation separate from treatment.
Doctor and Clinic
Dr. Orhan Karaca, M.D., is the attending psychiatrist. He specializes in treating depression and has over two decades of clinical experience. Emsey Hospital is a JCI-accredited facility. It offers services tailored for international patients. This includes interpreter support and transfer arrangements.
For those seeking structured psychiatric care abroad, Emsey Hospital provides a clear pathway from diagnosis to ongoing therapy.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| EEG (Electroencephalography) | $400 - $1700 |
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Emsey Hospital: more details about the clinic
Emsey Hospital is a private institution located on the Asian side of İstanbul. It was established in 2012 to provide high-quality healthcare services to patients in Turkey and worldwide. The hospital is equipped with high-tech Technology and has 254 beds, 9 operating rooms, and 46 medical departments.
There are 104 doctors, 20 professors, 16 general, 38 neonatal intensive care beds, 5 ambulances, and 800 experienced medical professionals to provide the best possible care for patients. Emsey Hospital has the largest pediatric and adult Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit in the region, with 45 beds. The exclusive Technology of the hospital are such as:
- PET-CT;
- 3 Tesla MRI;
- Biopsy (Bone, Bone Marrow, Lung, Tru Cut, Punch, Tumor, Excisional, Frozen, etc.);
- Pathology, Immunohistochemical Staining, Genetic Tests;
- Radiotherapy Device Linac Accelerator (LINAC) Trilogy Device (IMRT, SRS, VMAT, IGRT, EBRT);
- Wire Scoliosis Surgery Vertebral Body Tethering;
- Custom Made Prosthesis;
- Stereotactic Surgery (Neurosurgery);
- Neuronavigation;
- Nuclear Medicine (PSMA, DSMA, DOTA TATE PET, İodine therapy, Actinium Therapy, Lutetium Therapy etc.);
Several departments are located at Emsey Hospital, including Orthopedics & Spine Surgery Centre of Excellence, Pediatric and Adult Hematology, Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, Medical, gynecologic and Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology, General Surgery, Pediatric Surgery Departments, medical oncology, cardiology, Interventional Radiology, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, IVF, and obesity surgery.
The hospital offers complementary services such as:
- airport transfers;
- interpreters;
- accommodation arrangements for international patients, etc.
The hospital received several accreditations in 2017, including the Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, which is a globally recognized accreditation for Healthcare facilities that meet international standards of quality and patient safety.
Emsey is the first hospital to receive the International Health Tourism Authorization certificate (Document number: 001) issued by the Ministry of Health along with the ISO:9001 Quality Management Certificate, TÜSKA (Türkiye Health Care Quality and Accreditation Institute) certificate included with the Turquality certificate proceed by the Turkish Ministry of Trade.
Certificates for inpatient and outpatient diagnosis and treatment services following ISO:27001 are also available. The approval process of the TEMOS accreditation (Excellence Medical Tourism v.3.0) is in progress.
According to EUROSPINE, the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Advanced Spine Surgery Centre has been registered and successfully awarded accreditation to the Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence.
Emsey Hospital Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence is the first Eurospine-certified Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence in Turkey and the territory of Asia.
Overall, Emsey Hospital is a well-respected Healthcare institution in İstanbul that offers high-quality medical services to patients worldwide.
A residence collaborates with the hospital, which provides significant advantages and accommodation opportunities for the hospital's international patients — Emin Residence.
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