Modern exterior of Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul with illuminated facade

Modern exterior of Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey

Reception area at Liv Hospital Ulus, modern design with mirrored walls and unique lighting

Modern cafe at Liv Hospital Ulus with stylish seating and natural light

Reception area at Liv Hospital Ulus, modern design with unique ceiling lights

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Turkey, Istanbul

Tongue cancer Treatment in Liv Hospital Ulus

4.5

Top Clinic

Most Popular Clinic for Tongue cancer Treatment

234

Most Popular Clinic for Tongue cancer Treatment

139 patients

chose clinic for Oncology Treatment

84% Patients

recommended this clinic

About the clinic

Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey provides specialized care for tongue cancer. The program includes diagnostics and advanced surgical treatments. Options range from a $115 doctor consultation to a $700 MRI neck scan and a $27,900 all-inclusive surgical package. A JCI-accredited hospital, its ENT-oncology department is led by Prof. Dr. Ismet Aslan with 34 years of specific experience.

Diagnostic Approach

Thorough assessment is the first step. The clinic offers several key diagnostic tests. This helps determine the cancer's stage and plan the best treatment.

Doctor consultation with Prof. Dr. Ismet Aslan, an ENT-Oncology specialist.
MRI neck with contrast for detailed tumor imaging.
PET/CT scan to check for potential spread of the disease.
COVID-19 screening as a standard pre-admission procedure.

Surgical Treatment Options

Treatment often involves a combination of surgeries. Prof. Dr. Aslan specializes in these oncological procedures. The goal is to remove cancer and restore function.

Hemiglossectomy (Glossectomy): This surgery removes the cancerous part of the tongue. It aims to preserve as much healthy tissue as possible.
Bilateral Neck Dissection: This clears lymph nodes in the neck. It helps reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.
Radial Forearm Flap Reconstruction: This rebuilds the tongue using tissue from the patient's forearm. It is a microvascular procedure to restore shape and function for speaking and swallowing.
Tracheotomy: A temporary airway is created in the neck. This ensures safe breathing during and after major oral surgery.

Comprehensive Surgical Package

For patient convenience, the clinic offers a combined surgical package. This package may cost around $27,900 and includes multiple coordinated services.

All four listed surgical procedures.
An 11-day hospital stay. This includes 1 day in the ICU and 10 days in a standard ward.
Free airport and hotel transfers for the patient and a companion.
Free interpreter services throughout the treatment process.

Get in touch to discuss your diagnostic and treatment plan with the specialists at Liv Hospital Ulus.

Highlights

2013 Year of foundation

320 doctors

Most Popular Clinic for Tongue cancer Treatment

331500 patients per year

13200 Operations per year

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.

Oncology

diagnostics	Price
Consultation with an oncologist	$120
Tumor Marker Blood Test	$250
Capsule endoscopy	$900 - $2000
Fibroscan	Price on request
Brain MRI with contrast	$850

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Licences

JCI accreditation certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul, Turkey, 2024

hospital accreditations of quality

Joint Commission International certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Joint Commission International

US, Joint Commission International certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT

DE, Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence

US, Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence

US, Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence

US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Patient choice in Diagnostics certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Patient choice in Diagnostics

UA, Patient choice in Diagnostics certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Best patient assistance certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Best patient assistance

UA, Best patient assistance certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus

Liv Hospital Ulus: more details about the clinic

Turkey, Istanbul

Liv Hospital, located in Ulus, Istanbul, is a leading healthcare facility 30 minutes from Istanbul’s International Airport. Spanning 30,000 m², it houses 50 specialized clinics, three of which are Centers of Excellence, treating 50,000 international patients annually.

Key Centers and Services:

Bone Marrow Transplant Center. With over 1,000 procedures performed, the center offers autologous and allogeneic transplants, using stem cells from bone marrow, peripheral blood, and umbilical cord blood for patients aged 18 and above.

Cancer Center. Liv provides comprehensive cancer care, including Cold Cap Therapy to minimize hair loss during chemotherapy, TrueBeamSTx radiotherapy, IORT for tumor removal, HIPEC for abdominal cancers, and Oncogramme testing to personalize treatment. The Pediatric Oncology Council tailors pediatric oncology treatment plans.

Robotic Surgery Center. Certified by the SRC Excellence Center, Liv Hospital offers minimally invasive surgeries using robotic technology, reducing recovery time, bleeding, and pain and focusing on tumors in various organs.

Neurological Sciences Center. Liv’s specialists have performed 256 neurosurgeries with a 91% survival rate, treating neurological disorders with advanced technologies and specialized units.

Orthopedic Clinic. Using the MakoPlasty robotic system, Liv’s orthopedic team performs minimally invasive knee replacements with a 97% success rate. The clinic collaborates with AOSpine for trauma and joint surgeries.

Patient video reviews about treatment at the clinic:

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Additional services

Language assistance

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free

Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

4.5

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234 patient verified reviews

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Liv Hospital Ulus overall rate includes

4.6/5

Doctor

4.6/5

Staff

4.7/5

Facilities

4.7/5

Language assistance

4.8/5

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Anonymous • Epilepsy Kazakhstan

Mar 8, 2025

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very sensitive, attentive girl Yulia, thank her very much for this!

I liked the doctor, everything was fine, thank you! and the medical coordinator Yulia, on bookimed, very friendly, I felt her support and she was always on the phone until the end of our stay in turkey! very sensitive, attentive girl Yulia, thank her very much for this!

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Reply from Margarita Shurubayeva

representative of Liv Hospital Ulus

Apr 4, 2025

Dear Gul'nara, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had a nice experience with both the doctor and Yulia. It’s wonderful to know that you felt supported and well cared for throughout your stay in Turkey. Wish you all the best!

Anonymous • Stem Cell Therapy Germany

Aug 1, 2025

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Verified review.

Service top 6 stars

The service of Bookimed top very much patience and empathy despite the clear.the professor Erdal Karaöz his professional competence top, experience, versatility, seriousness and integrity, the best of its kind.the clinic can keep up with the best in the world like Panama Stemm Cell where many famous people like Tony Robbins were. A great treatment, I will repeat this in December with my wife. Service top 6 stars .from the airport to the hotel and daily to the clinic all around care taxi and interpreter included.

The versatility of the treatment

Nothing

About Bookimed service

Reliable competent good serious advice

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Zubair • Pediatric Aortic Valve Replacement Pakistan

May 8, 2025

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I would highly recommend bookimed to anyone needing a complex medical procedure

Our son was recommended to undergo a complex surgical procedure, which was not only risky but also extremely complicated. I couldn't be more satisfied with bookimed. From start to finish their representative Olha was professional, responsive and genuinely invested in helping me find the best possible care. Olha took the time to understand my medical needs and concerns and provide personalized recomendatios for hospitals and surgeons of different regions. The information they provided was thorough and accurate. The entire process was smooth and stressfree. All travel matters and documents were swiftly provided for travel procedures. i appreciate the extra effort to ensure I was comfortable every step of the way. They kept a check on my son even after the procedure regarding his well being. I would highly recommend bookimed to anyone needing a complex medical procedure .They have fully earned my trust and i feel grateful for their support during my challenging time.

the representative's swift and prompt response

Noha • Oncology Algeria

Apr 16, 2019

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كل الشكر لكم

زرنا مستشفى ليف بإسطنبول بناءا على نصيحة منسقكم السيد عماد حسين و تعاملنا مع قسم الاورام هناك بمساعدة السيدة فراح الحقيقة المستشفى كان في المستوى و التعامل مع المريض كان جيد جدا وقعت مشكلة صغيرة بخصوص ثمن الاستشارة الذي وصل الى 700 اورو بسبب سوء تفاهم مع المترجم لكن تم حل المشكلة و الاكتفاء بثمن الاستشارة 90اورو شكرا على تعاونكم نعم كان فيه تعاون كبير جدا من طرف السيد عماد حسين حتى انه كان يراسلني للسؤال و للاطمئنان على صحة المريضة انسان فعال في عمله عند وعوده في الاتصال بالمستشفيات و واضح في لغته و لطيف في تعاملاته كل الشكر لكم

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نعم كان فيه تعاون كبير جدا من طرف السيد عماد حسين حتى انه كان يراسلني للسؤال و للاطمئنان على صحة المريضة انسان فعال في عمله عند وعوده في الاتصال بالمستشفيات و واضح في لغته و لطيف في تعاملاته كل الشكر لكم

Gbolahan • Stem cell therapy for autism United Kingdom

Aug 22, 2025

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Verified review.

Everything is perfect at Liv clinic with the doctor advised and treatment

Everything about Liv clinic is perfect. It begin with transportation from the airport. Transferring from hotel to the clinic. Doctor Hanna advising and knowledge and expertise. Everything is perfect at Liv clinic with the doctor advised and treatment.

Doctor advising and knowledge of treatment.

Like everything about Liv clinic

About Bookimed service

My experience at Liv clinic is just perfect.

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updated 1/4/2026

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