Breast cancer treatment at Medicana International Ankara Hospital

Medicana International Ankara Hospital in Turkey provides breast cancer treatment centered on medical oncology. Doctor consultations start the process, a full PET-CT and bloodwork package is included, and a complete 4-month chemotherapy regimen typically costs around $9,500. Care is directed by medical oncologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Furkan Sarıcı, who creates personalized treatment plans for each patient.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarıcı leads the oncology treatment. He specializes in creating detailed, individual treatment plans for breast cancer patients.

Breast Cancer Diagnostics

Diagnostics at Medicana Ankara are part of the comprehensive package. The initial work-up includes several key tests to determine the precise treatment path.

• Doctor's Consultation: An initial and follow-up meetings with the oncologist.
• Blood Tests: Standard laboratory analyses to assess overall health.
• PET-CT Scan: An advanced imaging scan to detect cancer spread.

Treatment: Chemotherapy Package

The primary treatment offered is a complete chemotherapy package. It uses a targeted drug regimen administered over four months.

The technique involves Paclitaxel and Carboplatin drugs given weekly. This regimen also includes bone protection therapy. Treatment is typically done on an outpatient basis.

The all-inclusive package covers medical and support services for international patients:

• All chemotherapy sessions and the required drugs.
• Doctor consultations, blood tests, and the PET-CT scan.
• Airport transfers, hotel booking help, and translation services.
• Follow-up consultations to monitor progress.

The treatment plan remains flexible. It can be adjusted based on the patient's response to the initial therapy. The clinic provides full support for international patients throughout their stay in Ankara. Get in touch to discuss your specific situation and learn more about the available treatment pathway.