


Medication treatment for epilepsy in Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
About the clinic
Epilepsy medication treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital in Şişli, Turkey may cost around $3,840–$4,340 USD for an all-inclusive diagnostics package. The program includes neurological consultation, brain MRI, EEG scans, and blood tests under the care of Prof. Ebru Altındağ, an epilepsy specialist with 21 years of experience.
Diagnostic Process
The evaluation begins with a consultation by Prof. Altındağ. She analyzes the patient's medical history and symptoms. Diagnostic tests include:
- Contrast-enhanced brain MRI scan (around $750)
- 24-hour EEG monitoring (around $1,900)
- Blood tests ($1,000–$1,500 range)
Specialist Profile
Prof. Altındağ holds a PhD on juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. She trained in Clinical Neurophysiology at Istanbul Bilim University. Her research focuses on seizure disorders.
Hospital Features
The JCI-accredited facility has Turkey's first EOS orthopedic-imaging system. It holds a Green Building Certificate for eco-friendly operations. The package includes airport transfers and interpreter services.
Treatment Plan
Patients receive same-day test results. Prof. Altındağ prescribes personalized medication regimens. Follow-up consultations adjust dosages as needed.
Epilepsy diagnostics take 4–7 days with no overnight hospital stay. Contact the clinic to discuss your evaluation needs.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of the lumbar spine | $700 - $850 |
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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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Hürriyet, Abide-i Hürriyet Cd No:166, 34403 Kâğıthane/İstanbul, Turkey
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