Patient room at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with modern hospital bed and amenities

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Turkey, Istanbul

Depression Treatment in Valued Med Hub Hospitals

4.9

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Most Popular Clinic for Depression Treatment

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Most Popular Clinic for Depression Treatment

7 patients

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98% Patients

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About the clinic

Treatment for depression at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey, offers a range of advanced neurostimulation therapies. Diagnostic consultations may cost around $200-$4,000, with vagus nerve stimulation typically running $40,500-$48,000. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu, the lead neurosurgeon, has over two decades of experience and has performed more than 900 procedures.

Diagnostic Process

Doctors first conduct thorough assessments. Options include:

EEG (Electroencephalography): This test records brain activity. It typically costs around $200-$400.
Psychiatric Examinations: A specialist evaluates the patient's mental state. This assessment is around $2,000-$4,000.
Full Diagnostic Package: This is around $3,500. It includes a neurosurgeon consultation and all required pre-operative tests.

This process helps determine if implantable device therapy is suitable.

Implantable Treatment Options

The clinic specializes in two advanced surgical methods:

Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS): A small device is implanted in the chest. It sends signals to the brain via the vagus nerve. The hospital stay is typically one day. Full recovery takes about two months. The price includes device models like the Aspire or Sentiva.
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): This procedure implants electrodes in specific brain areas. It may be an option for treatment-resistant depression. The hospital stay is around three days.

Both procedures aim to regulate brain activity linked to depression.

Doctor's Expertise

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu leads the neurosurgery department. He has 22 years of specialized experience. He has personally performed over 900 neurostimulation procedures. His work includes pioneering techniques for complex neurological conditions.

Clinic and Support

Valued Med Hub Hospitals holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate. It has a 4.9 patient rating. The clinic provides airport transfers and organizes the hospital stay. Medical follow-up for device adjustments is included. Patients considering these options can consult with the clinic for a personalized treatment plan.

Highlights

2014 Year of foundation

100 doctors

Most Popular Clinic for Depression Treatment

300 patients per year

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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.

Psychiatry

diagnostics	Price
Brain MRI	$300 - $330
Consultation with creation of treatment plan	$200
EEG (Electroencephalography)	$200 - $400

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Licences

Valid medical license for Valued Med Hub Hospitals

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Turkish Medical Association

TR, Turkish Medical Association certificate for Valued Med Hub Hospitals

International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate

TR, International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate certificate for Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Valued Med Hub Hospitals : more details about the clinic

Turkey, Istanbul

Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. The clinic specializes in neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and transplantology, providing medical care for adults and children.

Specializations

Neurosurgery – Valued Med Hub Hospitals' neurosurgeons diagnose and treat various neurological conditions, including brain and spinal disorders.
Oncology – Oncologists at Valued Med Hub Hospitals use advanced diagnostic and treatment methods for cancer management.
Ophthalmology – Valued Med Hub Hospitals provides routine eye care and complex surgical treatments to preserve and restore vision.
Transplantology – Specialists at Valued Med Hub Hospitals perform life-saving organ transplants, offering treatment options for patients with organ failure.

International Patients

Valued Med Hub Hospitals treats patients from CIS countries, Europe & Commonwealth, and Arab League states. The clinic offers comprehensive support for international patients, ensuring access to specialized medical care.

Additional services

Transfer

Airport to clinic

free

Clinic to airport

free

Language assistance

Available

free

Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

4.9

Excellent score

53 patient verified reviews

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Valued Med Hub Hospitals overall rate includes

4.9/5

Doctor

4.8/5

Staff

4.8/5

Facilities

4.8/5

Language assistance

5.0/5

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Peter Tin Shouk Fong • LASIK eye surgery Australia

Jul 10, 2025

Verified review.

I am very impressed with the quality and standard of the whole process

Communication was great. I was picked up from the hotel, transfered to the hospital, and accompanied by Adam (translator) through the journey. He knew exactly the intake process and what they would want. He was well organized and very friendly. The consultant spoke English and was very calm, and professional. I had femto iLasik which was without complication. Pre-op my prescription was -7. Day 0 post op, I could still see but with blurry vision. Day 1 post op, my vision is now 20/20. But eyes feel gritty but hopefully will ease in a few days. I am very impressed with the quality and standard of the whole process. I would highly recommend Turkey for medical tourism. It's affordable and a beautiful clean city to visit as well. Stupendous experience.

About Bookimed service

Smooth and good communication

Reply from IBRAHIM KADIOĞLU

representative of Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Aug 9, 2025

Dear Patient's , Thank you so much for your kind and detailed feedback! We are truly delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with us at VMH Hospitals. It’s great to know that you felt well-supported and informed throughout your journey — from hotel pickup to your successful Femto iLASIK procedure. Adam and our entire team will be very happy to hear your kind words. We strive to provide each patient with professional care, clear communication, and a comfortable environment, and your satisfaction is the best reward for our efforts. It’s wonderful to hear that your vision is already 20/20 just one day after the surgery — what a fantastic result! The gritty feeling is quite normal during the early healing period, and we’re confident it will improve in the coming days. Thank you also for recommending Turkey and VMH Hospitals for medical tourism. We are proud to be part of your journey toward better vision and are always here if you need any further assistance. Wishing you continued health and clear vision ahead! Warm regards, VMH Hospitals

Abdoul wahab Ka • Glaucoma treatment Senegal

May 21, 2025

Verified review.

the coach's availability, his empathy and his humanism

I particularly appreciated 1- the day-to-day follow-up from the first contact 2- the responsiveness in preparing and organising the trip 3- the logistical arrangements for my travel - punctuality and regularity 4- the coach's availability, his empathy and his humanism 5. Efficiency and speed of medical treatment 6- the high standard of the technical facilities 7- the doctor's ability to listen 8- Post-operation follow-up 9- Availability and openness of staff I would also like to point out that a personalised medical file is not provided for information purposes and for better remote monitoring.

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Reply from IBRAHIM KADIOĞLU

representative of Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Jun 19, 2025

Dear Valued Patient, We would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to share such detailed and thoughtful feedback regarding your experience with VMH Hospitals. We are truly pleased to know that you appreciated: The consistent day-to-day follow-up from the very first contact, The responsiveness and efficiency in preparing and organizing your trip, The punctual and reliable logistical arrangements, The empathy, human approach, and availability of your coach, The speed and effectiveness of the medical treatment you received, The high standards of our technical facilities, The attentiveness and care shown by your doctor, The thorough post-operative follow-up, And the openness and availability of all our staff. Your satisfaction is our greatest reward, and your kind words affirm the efforts of our entire team in providing patient-centered, compassionate, and high-quality care. We also truly appreciate your constructive suggestion regarding the provision of a personalized medical file to support information sharing and remote monitoring. This is a valuable recommendation, and we will certainly take it into consideration as we continue to improve our services. Wishing you continued health and well-being. Please know that you are always welcome at VMH Hospitals. Warm regards, VMH Hospitals

Vikki Kingsley Jones • IOLs implantation New Zealand

Aug 9, 2024

Verified review.

I recommend bookimed

My husband and I traveled from New Zealand to both get eye lens replacement surgery. From the start we have had print and effient communication. With every question answered. We were picked up from the airport, taken to hotel, then the same day at our request taken to the hospital for our appointment. Two days later we were in having eye surgery again with pick ups and drop offs. We were met at the hospital entrance, by bookimed.com translators and hospital translators they were amazing every day, in every way. The doctors were provisional and onto it, explaining every detail, and answering all our questions. Our procedure went very well and we are very happy with the outcome and how amazing we can see, no longer with glasses or contacts. I recommend bookimed.com to everyone. Vikki

About Bookimed service

Everything from start to finish was amazing. From the taxi service to the translators and doctors. The main thing is the results of our eye surgery.

Reply from IBRAHIM ALKADI

representative of Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Sep 20, 2024

Dear Vikki, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that both you and your husband had a positive journey with us at VMH Hospitals, all the way from New Zealand! We pride ourselves on ensuring that every step of the process is seamless, from communication to airport transfers, and especially the care you receive at the hospital. It’s wonderful to hear that our doctors, translators, and team exceeded your expectations, providing the detailed explanations and attentive service you deserve. We are equally delighted that your eye lens replacement surgery was a success and that you are now enjoying clear vision without glasses or contacts. It’s rewarding to know that we contributed to improving your quality of life. Thank you again for your glowing recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you and your loved ones should you need our services in the future. Warm regards, VMH Hospitals Team

Anonymous • Cataract United States of America

Mar 7, 2025

Verified review.

It’s so world changing to be able to see clearly again!

Overall, the experience was very much worth. It’s so world changing to be able to see clearly again! The cost was so much better than in the US, and I was also able to get the lens I wanted that is not available in the US yet. Other than a false assumption about where my hotel was located, and the drivers having difficulty finding me, the only perimeter went pretty smoothly. I’m happy with the outcome. I would only suggest that there be at least one nurse or medical staff besides the doctor who speaks English. Many more paranoid, or less traveled Americans would have a hard time going through that honestly. I feel the service is very worth iit overall, those are just some recommendations to make the service excellent and a no-brainer for Americans who need medical procedures.

Reply from IBRAHIM KADIOĞLU

representative of Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Mar 11, 2025

Dear Scott, Thank you so much for choosing VMH Hospitals and for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that your vision correction was successful and that you are happy with the outcome. Your positive feedback about our cost-effective services and the availability of lenses not yet offered in the US means a lot to us. We do apologize for the inconvenience you faced with the hotel location and the difficulty our drivers had in finding you. We will work on improving these logistical aspects to ensure a smoother experience for future patients. Regarding your suggestion about English-speaking medical staff, we fully understand the importance of effective communication, especially for our international patients. We will take your recommendation into consideration and explore the possibility of having more English-speaking nurses or staff available to make the process even easier and more comfortable for our non-Turkish-speaking patients. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we are committed to continuously improving our services to provide the best possible experience. We truly appreciate your thoughtful suggestions. Thank you again, and we wish you continued good health and happiness! Best regards, VMH Hospitals

Valerii Stasenko • Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant Ukraine

Feb 11, 2025

Verified review.

Thank you very much and I will recommend this clinic to everyone I know

I was very satisfied with the result of my treatment at the clinic. Everything was done well, starting with the pick-up from the airport, the escort and the very polite attitude towards me. Any of my needs were well met, the translation was clear and the communication with the doctor was very informative. The doctor and his whole team did their job very professionally. I am very impressed and pleased with the outcome. My treatment was very quick, professional and comfortable. Thank you very much and I will recommend this clinic to everyone I know.

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Reply from IBRAHIM KADIOĞLU

representative of Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Feb 21, 2025

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are delighted to know that you had a positive experience at VMH Hospitals. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we always strive to provide the highest level of care and service. If you have any further feedback or if there's anything more we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. It makes us happy to assist you! Best Regards, VMH Hospitals