Turkey, Istanbul
Essential tremor Treatment in Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
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About the clinic
Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center in Istanbul, Turkey, provides advanced care for essential tremor. Consultations start from $200, while comprehensive treatment packages are available. The non-invasive MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound procedure typically costs between $15,750 and $20,000. Its lead neurosurgeon, Assoc. Prof. Ali ZIRH, has 30 years of experience and has performed over 2,000 surgeries for movement disorders.
Specialist Diagnosis and Evaluation
Patients receive a thorough neurological assessment. The diagnostic process helps determine the best treatment plan. Available services include:
- Consultation with a neurologist or neurosurgeon.
- Brain MRI or CT scan, costing around $300 to $400.
- Standard pre-operative blood tests and examinations.
Advanced Treatment Options
The clinic offers two main approaches for essential tremor. The choice depends on individual patient needs. The first is MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS). This is a non-surgical, incisionless procedure. It uses focused ultrasound waves to target brain tissue. The treatment takes 3 to 4 hours with just one day of hospitalization. Patients often see immediate tremor reduction.
The second option is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery. This involves surgically implanting a small neurostimulator. Prof. ZIRH performs this with stereotactic precision and microelectrode recording. This technique enhances accuracy. DBS is an adjustable and reversible treatment. Its complete package may cost between $24,250 and $28,000.
Expert Surgical Leadership
Assoc. Prof. Ali ZIRH leads the neurosurgical team. He is trained at Johns Hopkins University. He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery. Prof. ZIRH has performed more than 1,450 DBS procedures. He is supported by colleagues with international fellowships. They bring specialized knowledge in movement disorder management.
The center treats 35,000 international patients every year. It provides comprehensive support including airport transfers. Patients can discuss these options with specialists to find a suitable path.
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2018
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Treatments prices in the clinic
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Neurology
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| CT (computer tomography) | $300 | |
| MRI of the brain 3.0 T | $650 | |
| Brain MRI | $300 | |
| Consultation with creation of treatment plan | $200 | |
| Consultation with a neurologist | $200 |
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Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER): more details about the clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) is a private specialty center in Istanbul, Turkey. It opened in 2018 as part of Medipol University. The center diagnoses and treats Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders in children and adults.
Center Profile and Recognition
PARMER is recognized as a Center of Excellence and Education for movement disorders. Neurologists and neurosurgeons from the region come here for hands-on training. This includes deep brain stimulation surgery and device programming.
Boston Scientific chose PARMER as its education and excellence center. The center signed a similar agreement with Abbott in 2019.
Movement Disorder Care
Neurology
Neurologists diagnose Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders and plan each patient’s treatment.
Conditions treated include:
- Essential tremor and other tremors
- Dystonia
- Parkinson-plus syndromes
- Huntington’s disease
- Tardive syndromes
- Chorea and paroxysmal dyskinesias
- Myoclonus and Wilson’s disease
Medication comes first for Parkinson’s-related movement symptoms. If it doesn’t control symptoms well enough, surgery becomes an option.
Neurosurgery and Deep Brain Stimulation
PARMER performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. DBS sends electrical signals to targeted brain areas, so it changes how cells there behave.
During DBS, surgeons use microelectrode recording and single-cell stimulation. This technique reads activity from individual brain cells.
For tremor, the center also offers MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS). It treats a targeted area without an incision.
Rehabilitation and Speech Therapy
Physical therapy covers walking, balance, and coordination training for movement disorders. Speech therapists treat speech and swallowing problems linked to Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.
Speech treatment includes Lee Silverman Voice Therapy. For swallowing, therapy can involve exercises and changes to food texture.
Diagnostic and Treatment Technology
ExcelsiusGPS provides robotic navigation during DBS surgery. A lab on-site supports genetic diagnostic testing.
With the Biodex balance system, therapists assess fall risk and run balance exercises. Its interactive programs target the specific balance problem found, so training fits each patient.
International Patient Background
PARMER treats international patients from these regions:
- Europe and the Balkans
- The United States and Canada
- Australia
Additional services
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Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
What treatments do patients most often ask for?
Patients choose Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) most frequently to treat the following conditions:
- Essential tremor
What procedures do patients have most often?
The most common procedures in the hospital are:
- Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
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