


Multiple sclerosis Treatment in Emsey Hospital
About the clinic
Emsey Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey provides a complete range of diagnostics and cellular therapies for multiple sclerosis. A diagnostic MRI of the spine cord may cost around 180 EUR, a stem cell mobilization treatment is around 9,000 EUR, and a full autologous bone marrow transplant package typically runs 39,000 EUR. The clinic is JCI-accredited and its hematology department is led by Prof. Serdar Bedii Omay, who has over 41 years of experience and 26 years specializing in bone marrow transplantation.
Diagnostic Services
Accurate diagnosis is the first step. The clinic offers a range of tests to assess the nervous system. This includes advanced imaging and specialist consultations. A comprehensive diagnostic package for MS is typically priced around 2,500 EUR.
- Neurological imaging: MRI scans of specific areas or the spinal cord.
- Electrophysiological studies: EEG to measure brain activity.
- Specialist evaluations: Consultations with ophthalmologists and neurologists.
- Laboratory analysis: Blood tests and genetic screening.
Advanced Treatment Options
Emsey Hospital specializes in advanced cellular therapies. Prof. Omay has extensive international training and oversees all procedures. Treatments are performed in a dedicated, HEPA-filtered bone marrow transplant unit.
- Stem Cell Mobilization: This is a preparatory procedure. It collects a patient's own stem cells from the blood. The protocol uses specific medications like Cyclophosphamide. The treatment package includes up to 20 days of hospital stay and costs around 9,000 EUR.
- Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT): This is a major cellular therapy. It involves reinfusing the patient's own prepared stem cells. The goal is to reset the immune system. The complete package includes 30 days of hospitalization and is priced at around 39,000 EUR.
- Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy (hUC-MSC): This is a regenerative treatment using donor umbilical cord stem cells. Patients typically receive 4 to 6 sessions. Each session delivers 150 million cells via IV and intrathecal injection. This course of therapy costs around 10,000 EUR.
Hospital Expertise and Support
Prof. Omay brings decades of expertise in hematology and transplantation. He has published 65 scientific articles. The clinic's 45-bed Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit is internationally accredited. All-inclusive treatment packages cover hospital stays, basic medications, and guest house accommodation. This provides a structured pathway for international patients seeking advanced MS care in Turkey.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of the spine cord | $180 | |
| EEG (Electroencephalography) | $400 - $1700 | |
| MRI of one area | $400 - $500 | |
| Consultation with an ophthalmologist | $450 | |
| Ultrasound | $150 - $300 |
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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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Çamlık, Selçuklu Cd. No:22, 34912 Pendik/İstanbul, Turkey
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