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Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Neurosurgeon performing surgery at Medipol PARMER operating room, Istanbul

Doctor in formal suit at Medipol University PARMER clinic outdoor area, Istanbul

Doctor in white coat at Medipol University PARMER clinic garden, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon analyzing brain activity charts at Medipol PARMER Istanbul operating room

Doctor in white coat at Medipol University PARMER, Istanbul clinic

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Turkey, Istanbul

Astrocytoma Treatment in Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

4.8

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Doctor 4.8

Facilities 4.8

Staff 4.8

Language assistance 4.9

Support 5.0

5 patients

chose clinic for Oncology Treatment

97% Patients

recommended this clinic

About the clinic

The Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center in Istanbul, Turkey provides care for astrocytoma, a type of brain or spinal cord tumor. An initial consultation with a treatment plan is around $200, while detailed imaging like a CT scan or brain MRI may cost around $300. Comprehensive surgical removal for spinal tumors is typically around $22,000. The clinic offers expertise through Johns Hopkins-trained neurosurgeon Assoc. Prof. Burak Orhan Boran.

Patients receive a thorough evaluation. This includes a consultation and advanced imaging to precisely locate the tumor.

Consultation with treatment plan
CT scan
Brain MRI
Whole spinal MRI

The primary surgical treatment is microsurgical tumor removal. This procedure is for intramedullary spinal tumors.

Surgical Treatment: Intramedullary Spinal Tumor Excision

This surgery aims for complete tumor removal. It uses microsurgical techniques for precision. Continuous neuromonitoring helps protect neurological function during the operation. The package typically includes several components.

Surgery with neuromonitoring and DuraGen grafting
Anesthesia and all pre-operative tests
A 3-day hospital stay for recovery
Follow-up care after the procedure

The procedure is performed by Assoc. Prof. Burak Orhan Boran. He is an M.D. and Associate Professor of Neurosurgery with 23 years of experience. His training includes a fellowship at Johns Hopkins. He has over 50 peer-reviewed publications and serves on the board of the Society of Neurosurgeons.

The clinic operates within a 7-star hospital facility. It features 276 beds and 25 modern operating rooms. Advanced imaging technology like PET-CT and MRI is available on-site. International patient services include free airport transfers and support in 32 languages. The typical recovery period in Turkey is 7 to 10 days. Patients interested in a detailed evaluation can request a consultation to discuss their specific case.

Highlights

2018 Year of foundation

6 doctors

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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
Brain MRI	$300
Consultation with creation of treatment plan	$200
CT (computer tomography)	$300

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Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER): more details about the clinic

Turkey, Istanbul

Additional services

Language assistance

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Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

4.8

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Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) overall rate includes

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ANDRII ZHADAN • Parkinson's disease Ukraine

Apr 21, 2025

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Ali Zirch is the best and he has a good team

Operation DBS. Ali Zirch is the best and he has a good team . Because setting up the equipment is as important process for patients as the operation to install it. Honestly, I can't imagine that such an operation can be done in Ukraine.... Of course, there are young and promising doctors. But there is no equipment.

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Reply from Mahmoud Khattab

representative of Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Jun 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your nice words. We are here all the time trying our best to get the patients satisfied and provide them with the necessary services. Moreover, what matters more is the health of the patients which the most valuable gift for us.

Farida • Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Ireland

Jun 22, 2025

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We truly appreciate the support and dedication of the entire medical team

We had a very positive experience at the hospital. My father underwent surgery and we are grateful to say it was successful. The doctors and nurses were professional, attentive, and ensured he received excellent care throughout his stay. The hospital facilities were clean and well-organised, and everything went according to plan. The only thing worth mentioning is that the total cost exceeded what we initially planned for, but overall, the quality of care and the successful outcome made it worthwhile. We truly appreciate the support and dedication of the entire medical team.

Gulziya Khadieva • Parkinson's disease Uzbekistan

Nov 15, 2022

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Thanks to doctors and translator

Very large modern clinic, helpful and friendly staff. They provided a transfer from the airport to the hotel and to the hospital. The doctor carefully examined and examined (in my opinion) competently explained everything to us, answered all our questions, prescribed treatment. We liked everything. Thanks to doctors and translator

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Reply from Mahmoud Khattab

representative of Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Jun 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your nice words. We are here all the time trying our best to get the patients satisfied and provide them with the necessary services. Moreover, what matters more is the health of the patients which the most valuable gift for us.

Desislava • Parkinson's disease Bulgaria

Nov 23, 2022

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"But I want to express my deepest and heartfelt thanks to our assistant from the first day, a month before we arrived at Mahmoud Kathab hospital, this young man is gifted with a huge heart, I think he was the person who made me choose MEDIPOL PARMERA etc

I would like to express our satisfaction with the DBS operation, the stay in the hospital, which I dare to say at the world level. Dr. Ali Zirh is an absolute professional, precise, clear, concrete and above all very human. But I want to express my deepest and heartfelt thanks to our assistant from the first day, a month before we arrived at Mahmoud Kathab hospital, this young man is gifted with a huge heart, I think he was the person who made me choose MEDIPOL PARMERA etc. Ali Zarh. Last but not least, I am fascinated by the neurologist Dr. Basak and her team, who for 21 days took care of regulating the exact therapy and impulses of my husband. Our entire stay was reduced to the last detail for our benefit, to feel at home. We have not regretted it for a moment, that we chose MEDIPOL MEGA GROUP, thank you Mahmoud, you were born to help people like us!!! Please to reword Mahmoud Kathab ,he deserved a lot!!!

Galina OGARKOVA • Parkinson's disease Kazakhstan

May 11, 2025

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Having a personal interpreter, attention at every step, did not leave for a minute, even in the operating theatre! Such support!

Professionalism of doctors!!! Having a personal interpreter, attention at every step, did not leave for a minute, even in the operating theatre! Such support!

About Bookimed service

Thank you to my handler Olga! Her persistence and desire to help me, because I was like a kitten! I didn't know where to go and how and where to go

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Reply from Mahmoud Khattab

representative of Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Jun 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your nice words. We are here all the time trying our best to get the patients satisfied and provide them with the necessary services. Moreover, what matters more is the health of the patients which the most valuable gift for us.

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