An appendectomy at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital (NPİSTANBUL) in Istanbul, Turkey, is a surgical procedure to remove an inflamed appendix. The hospital uses laparoscopic techniques to perform this surgery through small incisions. This minimally invasive method helps patients recover faster and reduces physical scarring compared to traditional open surgery.
NPİSTANBUL features four modern operating theaters designed for complex procedures. One of these rooms holds a 1A Ultra Clean air quality rating. This specialized ventilation system helps lower the risk of infection during the operation. The hospital follows an 8-step safe surgery checklist compliant with World Health Organization (WHO) standards. This protocol includes "Time-out" and "Sign-out" procedures to verify every detail before and after the surgery.
The facility is the first private neuropsychiatric hospital in Turkey but maintains a full general surgery department. It has earned JCI accreditation five times, maintaining a compliance score of over 99%. The hospital also holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 10002 certifications. These international honors confirm that the clinic follows strict safety and management rules. As a scientific partner of Üsküdar University, the hospital applies modern medical research to patient care.
Patients traveling to Istanbul receive a full support package to make the process easy. The hospital provides a visa invitation letter and organizes all airport, hotel, and hospital transfers. A native-language interpreter helps with communication throughout the stay. Before arrival, the medical team reviews your records to provide a second opinion and a clear treatment plan. Upon discharge, you receive an English epicrisis and a report confirming you are fit to fly.
Acute appendicitis requires fast action to prevent complications. NPİSTANBUL operates a 24/7 general emergency department to handle urgent cases immediately. The surgical team is available around the clock to perform rapid assessments and emergency operations. If you are experiencing symptoms of appendicitis, you can request a consultation or a medical second opinion through Bookimed.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Lab tests | $300 | |
| Consultation with creation of treatment plan | $50 | |
| MRI of one area | $450 - $500 |
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital has been serving patients since 1998. It is based in Istanbul, 20 minutes away from the international airport.
The hospital was founded by Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan, an award-winning specialist in neuropsychology, psychiatry, and medical science.
The NP Istanbul medical team applies evidence-based approaches to treat brain conditions regarding physical or mental issues. Among them are Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for addiction, aging-associated disease, neurological and psychological conditions as OCD, therapeutic drug blood level monitoring, phenotyping & genotyping.
The hospital offers telemedicine services (online therapy) for international patients , 24/7 emergency psychiatric service.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
Average answering time – 5 minutes