


Osteoarthritis Treatment in Emsey Hospital
About the clinic
Emsey Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, provides comprehensive care for osteoarthritis. Diagnostics like densitometry scans may cost around $80, while advanced MRI ranges from $180 to $500. Treatment options include stem cell therapy around $3,500-$5,500 and knee replacement surgery typically from $6,000-$7,000. The clinic's Orthopedics department is led by Prof. Mehmet Aydogan, a spine specialist with 17 years of experience.
Advanced Diagnostics
Emsey offers a full diagnostic panel. It includes specific imaging and lab tests. Options for osteoarthritis assessment include:
- Densitometry scan to check bone density.
- MRI of one area for detailed joint imaging.
- MRI of the spine cord or Scintigraphy for further evaluation.
- Blood tests to analyze inflammation markers.
A comprehensive diagnostic package is also available. It typically costs around $1,250. This package includes a Spine Center exam, a 3-region vertebral MRI, and blood tests. It also provides a 3-night stay in a guest house. This package does not include high-cost medications or extended hospitalization.
Treatment Options
The hospital provides several treatment pathways. These range from regenerative therapy to advanced surgery.
- Stem cell therapy for knees uses the patient's own cells. The injection aims to reduce inflammation and promote cartilage repair. Hospital stay is typically 1-2 days. The price is generally between $3,500 and $5,500. This covers the injection and hospital stay, but not prior consultations or diagnostic tests.
- Knee replacement surgery offers a lasting solution for severe osteoarthritis. Surgeons use custom-made prostheses for a precise fit. The procedure provides pain relief and restores joint function. A hospital stay of 4-7 days is common. The cost usually runs from $6,000 to $7,000, covering the surgery and hospitalization.
- Knee Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical option. It involves small incisions and allows for faster recovery. The hospital stay is typically 1-2 days. This procedure may cost around $6,500, which includes the surgery and hospital stay.
Expert Care and Clinic Features
Prof. Mehmet Aydogan leads the orthopedic team. He is a Professor and Spinal Surgeon with over 17 years in the field. He has performed more than 10,000 spinal cases. Prof. Aydogan is a member of the North America Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society. He has authored 60 national and international publications.
Emsey Hospital holds JCI, ISO, and TÜSKA accreditations. It features a Eurospine-certified Spine Center of Excellence. The clinic is equipped with advanced 3 Tesla MRI and PET-CT scanners. It also offers supportive services like airport transfers and interpreter assistance. This combination ensures a high standard of care for international patients.
To explore a personalized treatment plan for osteoarthritis, consulting with the clinic's specialists is the recommended next step.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of one area | $400 - $500 | |
| MRI of the spine cord | $180 | |
| Densitometry | $80 | |
| Scintigraphy | $280 | |
| Complete blood count | Price on request |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MAKOplasty | Price on request | |
| Knee replacement | $6000 - $7000 | |
| Knee Arthroscopy | $6500 | |
| Stem cell therapy for knees | $3500 - $5500 | |
| Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction | Price on request | |
| Rotator cuff repair surgery | Price on request | |
| Physiotherapy | Price on request | |
| Vertebral plastic | Price on request | |
| Stem Cell Therapy | Price on request |
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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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