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About the clinic
Brain cyst care at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul covers a full spectrum from advanced diagnostics to specialized surgery. An extended blood analysis may cost around $100, a neurologist consultation runs about $160, and an MRI brain scan with contrast is approximately $850. The clinic's neurology department is led by Dr. Hatice Hale Tuzun, a specialist with 29 years of experience in the field.
The diagnostic process is comprehensive. It begins with consultations and blood work to assess overall health. Key imaging includes a CT scan or an MRI brain scan with contrast for detailed cyst visualization. For evaluating brain activity, a 12-hour EEG is also available.
Available Treatment Options
Treatment plans are tailored based on the cyst's nature and symptoms. Options include:
Monitoring only: For non-threatening cysts like Rathke's pouch cysts without symptoms. This approach avoids unnecessary surgery through regular check-ups.
Gamma Knife radiosurgery: A non-invasive procedure using precise radiation beams. It typically costs around $4,300 and includes treatment planning and imaging.
Brain tumor removal surgery: A surgical procedure for direct cyst excision. This option may cost between $12,000 and $20,000, covering the operation and hospital stay.
Comprehensive brain tumor surgery: An advanced neurosurgical intervention. The price for this surgery is usually between $15,000 and $23,000, including post-operative care.
Dr. Hatice Hale Tuzun brings significant expertise to patient care. She has performed over 900 neurology procedures. Her background includes work at American Hospital Istanbul before joining Memorial.
The ISO-accredited hospital is known for its patient-focused amenities. It is LEED Platinum certified and located just five minutes from Istanbul Airport. The clinic provides free airport transfers and translation services. To explore a personalized diagnostic and treatment plan for a brain cyst, contacting the clinic for a consultation is the recommended first step.
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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.
Neurosurgery
diagnostics
Price
Brain MRI with contrast
$950
CT (computer tomography)
$550 - $1000
MRI of the brain 3.0 T
$650
Biochemical blood analysis
$50 - $150
Complete blood count
$50 - $100
treatment
Price
Brain tumor surgery
$15000 - $30000
Gamma Knife
$4300
Brain tumor removal
$12000 - $20000
Discectomy
Price on request
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
Price on request
Removal of spinal cord tumor
Price on request
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
Price on request
Craniotomy
Price on request
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Memorial Bahçelievler in Istanbul was established at the beginning of 2018. It is the 11th hospital of the largest network of medical centers in Turkey — Memorial Healthcare Group. Hospitals, which belong to this network, are famous for their achievements in cancer treatment and organ transplant. According to the statistics, the success rate of the kidney transplant is 99%, the liver — 93.5%.
Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi is located in Istanbul, 5 minutes by car from Istanbul Ataturk International Airport.
Advantages of Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
The high level of equipment. The hospital has one of the most technologically advanced infrastructures in the world. The complete examination of the body is made on Magnetom Skyra 3T MRI for several minutes. Its specific structure allows diagnosing patients with overweight and claustrophobia. The noise level is reduced by 97% compared to the previous apparatuses, so even children feel comfortable during the examination. The clinic has Elekta Versa HD SIGNATURE — an innovative radiotherapy system. It accurately determines the location, shape, size of the tumor, the required dose of radiation, and adapts to the patient's breathing. These features make the procedure efficient and safe — only malignant cells are exposed to radiation, and the surrounding healthy tissues are protected. Elekta Versa HD SIGNATURE provides high-dose irradiation as well. Thus, the duration of the procedure is reduced by 3 times, compared to radiosurgical interventions on devices of the older generation.
“Green hospital” conception. Memorial Bahçelievler rooms are designed in that way to positively affect the patient's psychological condition. Only living hypoallergenic plants are used in the design.
Coordination of international patients. Each patient has a personal coordinator who will inform about all diagnostics and treatment steps, arrange transfer and medical interpreter services.
Memorial Bahçelievler in figures
Awards and achievements of Memorial Bahçelievler
LEED Platinum certificate
LEED standard is developed by U.S. Green Building Council. This certificate is given to energy-efficient, environmentally friendly buildings where people feel comfortable.
Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi is the 1st hospital in Turkey to comply with LEED standard.
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Memorial
Doctors perform medication and surgical treatments of cardiovascular diseases. The department cooperates with the leading medical centers of the USA and Europe; doctors regularly interchange the experience with the foreign colleagues.
The team of Memorial Group doctors was the 1st to perform the radiofrequency ablation for a patient with an arrhythmia. Memorial doctors are also the 1st to use AESOP robotic hand was used for heart bypass surgery.
Interventional cardiology
Memorial Bahçelievler cardiologists specialize in the heart catheterization. The surgery is performed through the puncture in the inguinal artery, where a doctor inserts a thin tube (a catheter). At the end of the catheter, a microcamera and necessary equipment are installed. This method allows performing valve replacement and correction, treating a total chronic artery occlusion.
The interventional cardiology does not suppose big incisions or general anesthesia. After such procedures, the admission takes about 1-2 days, no scars remain.
Memorial Bahçelievler Orthopedics Department
Orthopedists of Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital specialize in the joints defects treatment. They carry out the replacement of hip, knee, shoulder joints; perform the bones lengthening and correct their deformation.
Doctors also treat scoliosis and spondylolisthesis (vertebral displacement).
Operating theatre for orthopedic surgeries at Memorial in Istanbul
Arthroscopy Center for a sparing treatment of ligaments and joints
The Arthroscopy Center works on the premises of the Orthopedics Department. Here, doctors perform surgeries on the knee, shoulder, ankle joints.
Arthroscopic interventions are conducted through the small incisions up to 5-6 cm in size applying microinstruments and camera. A patient can stand up the next day after the procedure.
Memorial Urology Department
Doctors of the Department of Urology specialize in the treatment of prostate cancer, bladder, kidney and organ transplantation.
Robotic kidney transplant
Doctors provide kidney transplant using the Da Vinci robot, a high-precision surgical unit that minimizes the risks of postoperative complications. The robot has the camera, which transmits a three-dimensional image of the operated area to the surgical team. The image is 15 times scaled up so doctors can see the structures of the organ, veins in the smallest detail and perform their actions as accurately as possible. The additional benefit is the elimination of the human factor as possible shaking hands. Patient recovery after robotic transplant is much faster than after open surgery.
Non-surgical prostate cancer treatment
Focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) is available at Memorial Bahçelievler for the non-surgical treatment of prostate cancer. The treatment is provided with the latest equipment model with the highest available precision. It affects only malignant cells minimizing the risks of side effects and preserves urinary function and erection.
Women’s Health Center at Memorial Bahçelievler
The center consists of the Gynecological Check-up, Gynecological Diseases Treatment, Obstetrics and Gynecology Departments.
Memorial Bahçelievler offers the most comfortable environment for the deliveries — natural childbirth in the ward or in the water.
Childbirth room, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul
Services for international patients
Transfer
The hospital provides a patient with a free airport-hospital transfer.
Accommodation
The patients live in the comfortable hospital room — in a standard or VIP one. Each room has a free internet, TV, bathroom, WC.
Medical interpreter
The hospital provides the language assistance to assist a patient during the consultations with a doctor.
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital overall rate includes
4.8/5
Doctor
4.7/5
Staff
4.8/5
Facilities
4.8/5
Language assistance
4.8/5
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• Mommy makeover
United Kingdom
Oct 12, 2026
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From the bottom of my heart, I thank everyone
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From the bottom of my heart, I thank everyone. Memorial Hospital is not a hospital, it is a home where staff members look after a patient with a warm heart. My mommy makeover included a tummy tuck, breast work, and liposuction on two areas, and it was important that Dr. Demir personally checked on me after the surgery. The only thing that could be better is if nurses spoke more English, especially for post-op care. The clinic is easy to reach. I am very grateful.
From my bottom heart I would like to thank you everyone,start from whatsapp consultant, clinic coordinators, nurse, hotel and big thank you a Dr.Demir.All of you were amazing in every way.I would choose you again and again.Memorial hospital is not only a hospital, it is a home where all staff members look after a patient with warm heart.I am very greatful for everything.❤️❤️❤️
Nurses at the hospital could speak english more especialy post- opp care.
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• Rhinoplasty (nose job)
France
May 30, 2026
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The surgeon and the clinic itself were excellent
The possibility of breathing issues was my primary concern going into this. And honestly, that has been the biggest challenge in recovery so far, with one nostril constantly feeling stuffed. My surgeon performed a closed rhinoplasty. Everything is still very swollen along the bridge, but I can already see that my nose tip appears more refined, which is a great sign. The surgeon and the clinic itself were excellent. The general staff were great, though post-op instructions could have been a bit more explicit. I'm satisfied with the medical care I received so far
Dr. Erol is an amazing doctor, his work was amazing he truly listened to my request and expectations and he was really patient and reassuring. The medical assistance team as well, they really took good care of me, they were present when i needed them.
post-op instructions could’ve been explained better
Anonymous
• Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
United Arab Emirates
Aug 25, 2026
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What stood out was this genuine care that the end result was as good as was possible
The doctor was good and appears to have done a good job. I didn't feel like a number; he seemed to want to get the best outcome possible and it meant something to him. What stood out was this genuine care that the end result was as good as was possible. The procedure was under general anesthesia, and my recovery is progressing about as expected. The clinic itself is great. The only issue was with the night staff, who didn't seem to know what they were doing as much as the day staff did. The clinic has stayed in touch afterward, which is reassuring. One thing to note is that there were additional expenses for take-home medications, which I think should have been included in the initial quote. For future patients, I’d say most things are covered under general expectations, so no special preparation was needed.
The Dr was good and appears to have done a good job. I didn't feel like a number, he seemed to want to get the best outcome possible and it meant something to him.
The night staff didn't really seem to know what they were doing as much as the day staff.
Anonymous
• Facelift
United States of America
Jun 18, 2026
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I'm still in early recovery, and I'm feeling better than expected
My surgeon was very honest about what constituted realistic results for my age and took the time to explain exactly where the incisions for my lower face and neck procedure would be placed. That conversation set the tone for the entire process. I'm still in early recovery, and I'm feeling better than expected. The clinic staff has been easy to reach and has stayed in touch, which is comforting. Be prepared for some additional expenses, like extra lab tests and all meals except breakfast. My one piece of advice is to ask the clinic beforehand if your hotel is in a walkable area, as that can make a difference.
Translator took care of all my needs
Spoke excellent English
The hotel could have been in a better area for walking and restaurants
Anonymous
• Neuroblastoma
Uzbekistan
Jun 9, 2026
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I feel that we are in safe hands
What worried me most was the uncertainty following the diagnosis. But at the clinic, all the tests required for staging, including the scans, were carried out very quickly, which was a huge relief. The doctors explained the risk category in simple terms, and then we discussed all the possible treatment options in detail. All the specialists are on hand. I feel that we are in safe hands.
Everything's great. I'm really pleased with the results. A professional and meticulous approach. I'd definitely recommend them!
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