Retinoblastoma Treatment in Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
About the clinic
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, provides complete care for children with retinoblastoma. A consultation with the pediatric oncology specialist is around $5,000, while advanced diagnostics use PET/CT and 3 Tesla MRI. The specialized intra-arterial chemotherapy treatment package is around $12,000. The clinic is a JCI-accredited university hospital serving patients since 2007.
Diagnosing Retinoblastoma
The diagnostic process at Medical Park Bahcelievler is thorough. It begins with a detailed consultation with a pediatric oncologist. The center uses advanced imaging to accurately assess the tumor. Key diagnostic tools include:
- Pediatric oncologist consultation
- Pathological and laboratory studies
- Genetic and serological tests
- 3 Tesla MRI and PET/CT scans
Treatment Options
The primary treatment offered is intra-arterial chemotherapy. This is a localized treatment method. It delivers chemotherapy drugs directly into the ophthalmic artery. This targets the eye tumor while minimizing exposure to the rest of the body. The treatment requires a hospital stay of about 5 days. The total time in Istanbul is typically 12 to 15 days.
Treatment Package Details
The all-inclusive intra-arterial chemotherapy package is a key offering. It typically costs around $12,000. This package covers nearly all medical and logistical needs. Included services are:
- All consultations, exams, and pre-operative tests
- The chemotherapy procedure and medical materials
- Medications and all physician fees
- 5 days of hospitalization and nursing care
- Free airport transfers and translation services
Patients cover their flights and personal expenses separately. An extended hospital stay in a standard room is available at an additional cost of around $600 per day.
Specialist Care
Patient care is led by Prof. Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt. He is an associate professor at Altınbaş University. His specialization is in pediatric hematology and oncology. He is an expert in pediatric cancers, including retinoblastoma and leukemia. Prof. Bozkurt is also a bone marrow transplant specialist.
Clinic Features
Medical Park Bahcelievler is a major hospital with 242 patient beds. It has 10 operating theaters and a 6-bed pediatric intensive care unit. As a JCI-accredited facility affiliated with a university, it follows high international standards. The hospital provides comprehensive support for international families. Get in touch to discuss a personalized treatment plan for your child.
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Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital: more details about the clinic
Health Station on the European Side
Medical Park Hospital in Bahçelievler, Istanbul, has been serving patients since 2007. It is a university hospital affiliated with Altınbaş University.
It boasts experienced physicians, multidisciplinary diagnosis and treatment approaches, innovative medical technologies, and patient-oriented services. The hospital, equipped to meet international standards, is centrally located on the European Side of Istanbul, just 5 minutes from Atatürk Airport. It serves both national and international patients.
JCI-Accredited Services
The hospital's 19-story building is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), reflecting its adherence to international quality standards. Spanning 30,000 square meters, the facility includes:
- 242 patient beds;
- 89 outpatient clinic rooms;
- 10 operating theaters;
- 24 neonatal incubators;
- 6 pediatric intensive care beds;
- 28 adult intensive care beds;
- 6 cardiovascular surgery ICU beds;
- 12 cardiology ICU beds.
The hospital is a reference center in Istanbul, excelling in:
- cardiovascular surgery;
- coronary, neonatal, and general intensive care;
- medical oncology;
- tumor surgery;
- radiation oncology;
- nuclear medicine.
Pioneer in Bone Marrow Transplantation
The hospital's Pediatric and Adult Bone Marrow Transplantation units are leading centers in this field, achieving significant breakthroughs. Over the past two years, the hospital has had the highest number of bone marrow transplants in the country. It works with international bone marrow banks (EBMT, CIBMTR, ISCT) and educates patients and the medical community on bone marrow transplantation.
Advanced Cardiac Surgeries
Surgeons at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital successfully treat many surgical heart pathologies and vascular occlusions using minimally invasive techniques available only in a few centers worldwide. Thanks to its high intensive care standards and experienced team, the hospital serves as a national reference center for congenital heart disease surgeries.
Pediatric Care
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital provides specialized care for pediatric patients, from newborns to one-year-olds. The hospital maintains optimal intensive care standards for these young patients' postoperative care.
Neurostimulator Center
The hospital is one of the few centers performing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Its experienced team also excels in spine and trauma surgeries, addressing conditions like kyphosis, scoliosis, bone tumors, and traumas.
Patients also receive up-to-date medical treatments from experienced physicians in other departments, such as:
- cardiovascular surgery;
- oncology;
- neurosurgery,
- thoracic surgery;
- IVF and gynecology;
- orthopedics;
- urology.
Advanced Diagnostic Equipment
The hospital employs physicians and surgeons with academic titles specializing in tumor surgeries, including thyroid, breast, liver, pancreas, bile duct, orthopedic, and gynecologic tumor surgeries.
It employs state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, including:
- PET/CT and Linear Accelerator for oncologic treatments;
- 64-slice computerized tomography for coronary angiography;
- 3 Tesla MRI for high-definition imaging;
- four-dimensional ultrasound.
Recently, the capability to deliver lower doses to targets has made oncologic treatments even safer.
360-Degree Service Approach
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital prioritizes patient comfort with a 360-degree service approach. Patient rooms offer 5-star hotel comfort, and the hospital provides various amenities, including internet access, parking, ATMs, and a prayer room. Guests can also enjoy the café/restaurant, which offers friendly service and a delicious menu.
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