


Vagus nerve stimulation in Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
About the clinic
Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is a neurosurgical procedure available at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital in Turkey. The procedure may cost around 30,000 USD for new device insertion, performed by Prof. Dr. Mehmet Osman Akçakaya, a neurosurgeon trained in Germany and Israel with _doctor_6972_years_ of experience.
About the Procedure
VNS involves implanting a Sentive device to stimulate the vagus nerve. This treatment helps manage epilepsy and depression when medications fail. The surgery requires 2-4 nights of hospitalization.
Package Includes
- Surgery with Sentive device
- 2-4 nights hospital stay
- Patient meals and nursing care
- One accompanying person accommodation
- Airport-hospital transfers
- Interpreter services
The Surgeon
Prof. Akçakaya specializes in neurosurgery and minimally invasive procedures. He trained at leading institutions in Hannover and Tel Aviv. As an EANS Board Certified surgeon, he brings international expertise to each case.
The Hospital
The JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green medical facility. It combines advanced technology with eco-friendly design. Patients receive care in modern wards with international TV channels and Wi-Fi.
Patients should plan for a 2-week stay in Istanbul. This allows for pre-surgery consultation and post-op follow-up. The clinic can help arrange your medical trip.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Mammography | $150 - $250 | |
| PET-CT with Gallium 68(PSMA) | $2180 | |
| Colonoscopy | $600 - $800 | |
| Angiography | $1500 - $2500 |
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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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View 54 reviewsPrimoz • Epilepsy Slovenia
Anonymous • Vagus nerve stimulation Slovenia
Anonymous • Spinal pain Ukraine
Professor Azmi Hamzaoglu is a very competent doctor, world-class, immediately understood my problem
Nafosat Alimova • Consultation with a neurologist Turkey
Clinic 5+
Anonymous • Plasmapheresis United States of America
Alişer was very attentive with all my needs
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Hürriyet, Abide-i Hürriyet Cd No:166, 34403 Kâğıthane/İstanbul, Turkey
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