Autism treatment at Memorial Şişli Hospital

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, provides a full-service approach for autism, from initial consultation to advanced regenerative therapies. Diagnostics like an EEG may cost around $400, a comprehensive autism screening program runs about $3,600, and stem cell therapy sessions start at $6,500 each. The program is led by Dr. Betul Tavil, a pediatric hematologist with 28 years of experience and over 1,100 treatments performed.

The diagnostic process begins with specialist consultations to assess the child's needs. The clinic offers several key evaluations.

• Child psychiatrist consultation typically costs around $180.
• Pediatric neurologist consultation is about $220.
• Brain MRI may cost around $700.
• EEG (Electroencephalography) is around $400.
• Genetic screening costs about $900.

For a consolidated start, the hospital offers an autism screening program for around $3,600. This package includes a consultation, Brain MRI, blood tests, and a 12-hour EEG monitoring session. Travel and hotel costs are separate.

Treatment: Regenerative Stem Cell Therapy

The primary treatment available is Mesenchymal Stem Cell (MSC) Therapy. This regenerative approach uses umbilical cord-derived cells (UC-MSC). Treatment involves intravenous infusion and intrathecal injection. Each session administers 1–2 million cells per kilogram of the child's weight. A standard course includes four sessions, administered weekly. The hospital stay for each procedure is typically one day.

Stem cell therapy is offered in flexible packages.

• A single session of stem cell therapy may cost around $6,500.
• A 4-session package during a promotional campaign is typically $24,000.

These treatment packages generally include the UC-MSC infusions, anesthesia, the hospital stay, and necessary follow-up. The comprehensive 4-session package also adds airport transfers and language support. Memorial Şişli Hospital holds JCI and ISO accreditations, ensuring international care standards. Its specialized pediatric team provides individualized care plans for each child. Contact the clinic to discuss a personalized diagnostic and treatment pathway.