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

Stereotaxic surgeries in Liv Hospital Ulus

4.5

235

Doctor 4.6

Facilities 4.7

Staff 4.6

Language assistance 4.7

Support 4.8

256 patients

chose clinic for Neurology Treatment

84% Patients

recommended this clinic

About the clinic

Stereotactic cranial biopsy is a precise brain procedure available at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around 13,500 EUR for the main package, with Prof. Dr. Serdar Kahraman performing it using robotic stereotaxis for maximum accuracy.

About the Procedure

Stereotactic cranial biopsy helps diagnose brain masses like suspected lymphoma. It uses robotic guidance with neuronavigation in a hybrid operating room. This method reduces risks while improving precision.

Treatment Package Includes

Stereotactic cranial biopsy with intra-operative neuromonitoring
2 nights hospitalization in normal room
Neurosurgeon examination and follow-up
PET-CT scan and MRI brain with contrast
Medical oncology biochemistry panel
Airport transfers and interpreter services

Doctor Profile

Prof. Dr. Serdar Kahraman heads the neurosurgery department with 30+ years experience. He specializes in minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine conditions.

Clinic Advantages

Liv Hospital Ulus holds JCI accreditation and treats 50,000 international patients yearly. The 30,000 m² facility has specialized equipment for complex neurosurgical cases.

Genetic pathology results typically arrive within 5 days after surgery. These guide further treatment decisions. The estimated complication rate is about 1% at experienced centers.

Contact the clinic for personalized consultation about this diagnostic procedure.

Highlights

2013 Year of foundation

320 doctors

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.

Neurology

diagnostics	Price
Consultation with a recreation therapist	Price on request
Electromyography	Price on request
Bone marrow biopsy	$235
Consultation with an ophthalmologist	Price on request
Ultrasound	Price on request

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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

Available

free

Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

4.5

Good

235 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

Support

Anonymous • Epilepsy Kazakhstan

Mar 8, 2025

Verified review.

Verified review.

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

Verified review.

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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Gbolahan • Stem cell therapy for autism United Kingdom

Aug 22, 2025

Verified review.

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.

Anonymous • Stem cell therapy for autism United States of America

Jan 15, 2026

Verified review.

Verified review.

Client • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Kazakhstan

Nov 29, 2024

Verified review.

Verified review.

We liked everything from the staff to the doctor who examined us

We liked everything from the staff to the doctor who examined us. There are interpreters in all languages. Qualified specialists. Thank you all for your attention

It's not about making money.

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About Bookimed service

No experience. This was the first time we've been approached. Happy with everything.

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Fahad Mawlood

Clinic’s representative

updated 2/7/2026

How it works:

We find a medical coordinator familiar with the matter
You get a personal offer with a step-by-step guide and the cost estimate
We arrange your travel including appointment scheduling and flights booking
You arrive at the hospital, we support you 24/7

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