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LASEK eye surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, provides a safe solution for patients with thin corneas or specific structural eye differences. The procedure is performed by highly experienced ophthalmologists like Prof. Dr. Giray Ersöz, who has over 15 years of experience in refractive surgery. This method is effective for treating myopia, hypermetropia, and astigmatism without the need for a corneal flap.
LASEK, or Laser-Assisted Subepithelial Keratectomy, is a refractive surgery technique. The surgeon removes the thin outer layer of the eye, called the epithelium, by gently scraping it away. An excimer laser then reshapes the underlying corneal tissue. This technique differs from LASIK because it does not involve creating a flap in the cornea. Because there is no flap, this method helps preserve the eye's natural structure. It also significantly lowers the risk of developing dry eye symptoms after the procedure.
Patients typically experience mild to moderate pain during the first 2 or 3 days after surgery. Visual recovery usually takes about 1 to 2 weeks. Full vision stability is reached within 1 month. This approach is specifically helpful for people who are not candidates for other laser surgeries due to thin corneal tissue. The medical team provides clear instructions on eye drops and care to support the healing process during the first few weeks.
The ophthalmology department is led by specialists with deep expertise in vision correction. Prof. Dr. Giray Ersöz brings over 15 years of experience and formerly served on the faculty at Biruni University. The surgical team also includes Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hayati Yılmaz and Op. Dr. Burak Akbay. They operate within a hospital that holds JCI accreditation and was the first in Turkey to receive LEED Platinum certification for its infrastructure and safety standards.
To learn more about your suitability for LASEK or to get a personalized treatment plan, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Examination of eyes | $180 |
| treatment | Price | |
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| LASEK eye surgery | $1400 - $2200 | |
| Retinal detachment surgery | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery with IOL replacement | Price on request | |
| Strabismus surgery | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (one eye) | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (both eyes) | Price on request |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Doctors of the Department of Urology specialize in the treatment of prostate cancer, bladder, kidney and organ transplantation.
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.
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.
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
The hospital provides a patient with a free airport-hospital transfer.
The patients live in the comfortable hospital room — in a standard or VIP one. Each room has a free internet, TV, bathroom, WC.
The hospital provides the language assistance to assist a patient during the consultations with a doctor.
Hospital room at Memorial Bahçelievler
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