


Excision of skull base tumor in Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
About the clinic
Skull base tumor excision is a specialized neurosurgery procedure available at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital in Turkey. The procedure may cost around $25,000-$35,900 USD depending on the surgeon, with packages including pre-op MRI, surgery, and post-op imaging. The hospital offers this complex procedure with two renowned professors using advanced neuronavigation techniques in a JCI-accredited facility.
Procedure Details
The surgery removes tumors at the base of the skull using microsurgical or endoscopic approaches. Surgeons employ real-time 3D brain mapping during the operation. Continuous neuromonitoring helps protect nerves and brain function throughout the procedure.
Surgeon Expertise
Patients can choose between two leading specialists:
- Prof. Ilhan Elmacı: Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society with training from Zurich University and Johns Hopkins
- Prof. Salih Murat İmer: 36-year experienced neurosurgeon with advanced training in skull base techniques
What's Included
The surgical package covers:
- Complete surgery and hospital stay (5-10 days)
- Pre-operative brain MRI
- Post-operative CT and MRI scans
- Pathology services
- Special surgical materials
Hospital Features
The JCI and ISO certified facility is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital. It uses advanced imaging equipment and follows international standards. The recommended total stay in Istanbul is 15 days for complete post-op recovery.
For those considering skull base tumor treatment, this hospital provides access to top specialists with comprehensive care packages. Contact the clinic to discuss your specific case and options.
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Lab tests | $200 |
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Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital: more details about the clinic
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, part of the Florence Nightingale Group, is located in Şişli, Istanbul. This state-of-the-art facility spans 50,254 sqm across 18 stories and features a heliport for air ambulance helicopters. It is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital, designed to meet the strict criteria of the TÜV Hessen Green Building Certificate.
The hospital includes 251 patient beds, 51 intensive care beds, and 11 surgery rooms, all equipped with laminar airflow systems to ensure a sterile environment. It also has 2 specialized delivery rooms and a 300-seat conference room connected to all surgery rooms, enabling interactive medical education and scientific activities via advanced audio-visual connections.
Equipped with cutting-edge technologies, the hospital features the EOS device, the first of its kind in Turkey. This device minimizes radiation exposure in orthopedic imaging by using low-dosage 2D/3D X-ray radiation, producing both frontal and lateral images as well as 3D views of skeletal anatomy.
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital holds JCI and ISO accreditations, ensuring high standards of care. It has been recognized internationally with the "Gold Seal" from an American-based non-profit for its outstanding inpatient care and safety. The hospital also received the Sign of the City award in 2014 and British QHA accreditation in 2015.
Part of the Florence Nightingale Group, established in 1989, the hospital reflects the group's dedication to excellence in healthcare. The group operates 4 general hospitals, 2 medical centers, and Demiroglu Bilim University, which includes a medical faculty, nursing school, and vocational school of healthcare.
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