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These worries proved to be entirely unfounded. The entire process was managed with clear and direct communication from the staff and the surgeon, which made a significant difference. The clinic's organization was evident. Everything was handled systematically, and each stage of the diagnostic procedure was laid out for me beforehand, so there were no surprises. The approach was very professional. but I can confirm that this part of my medical journey was managed with thorough competence."},"order":{"diagnostic":{"id":317,"name":{"en":"PET-CT with Gallium 68(PSMA)"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":426,"name":"Hisar Hospital Intercontinental","alias":"hisar-intercontinental-hospital","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-10-03T13:42:45.004+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"I can confirm that this part of my medical journey was managed with thorough competence."}}},{"id":18860,"user":{"id":778413,"name":"Anastasia  ","country_code":"GB","country_name":{"en":"United Kingdom"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":1},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"coordination","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"manager","value":5},{"name":"nps","value":10}],"text":{"en":"The team was great. Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, a true professional, and extremely knowledgeable. His team is perfectly organized, ensuring that everything runs smoothly.  \n\nThe nurses were incredibly attentive and compassionate, providing excellent care and support throughout the entire process. They were always available to assist with any needs, making sure that we were comfortable and well-informed at all times.  \n\nFrom the initial consultation to the final stages of care, the entire experience was handled with **expertise and professionalism**. We are truly grateful for the dedication and hard work of Professor Alper Toker and his exceptional team."},"order":{"operation":{"id":368,"name":{"en":"Lobectomy"}},"illness":{"id":4,"name":{"en":"Lung cancer"}}},"doctor_info":{"id":9421,"name":"Alper Toker","alias":"alper-toker"},"clinic_info":{"id":2943,"name":"Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital","alias":"group-florence-nightingale-hospitals","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2025-02-22T12:35:16.510+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, professional, very knowledgeable."}}},{"id":18218,"user":{"id":744931,"name":"Aroussi ","country_code":"AE","country_name":{"en":"United Arab Emirates"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":2},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"coordination","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"nps","value":10},{"name":"manager","value":5}],"text":{"en":"I had an excellent experience at VM Hospital, and I am incredibly grateful to Dr. İBRAHİM KADIOĞLU  for his outstanding care and expertise. From the moment I entered the hospital, I was impressed by the clean and welcoming environment, as well as the professionalism of the staff.\n\nDr. Ibrahim is truly remarkable. He took the time to thoroughly explain my inquiries , answer all my questions, and ensure I felt comfortable throughout the process. His compassion, knowledge, and attention to detail made a significant difference in my treatment and recovery.\n\nThanks to Dr. Ibrahim and the wonderful team at VM Hospital. I highly recommend this hospital to anyone seeking top-notch medical care. Thank you once again, Dr. Ibrahim, for your dedication and kindness!"},"order":{"operation":{"id":491,"name":{"en":"Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":3418,"name":"Valued Med Hub Hospitals ","alias":"vm-hospitals","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2024-12-30T09:43:39.487+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"Thanks to Dr. Ibrahim and the wonderful team at VM Hospital. I highly recommend this hospital to anyone seeking top-notch medical care."}}},{"id":17106,"user":{"id":695478,"name":"Ержан ","country_code":"KZ","country_name":{"en":"Kazakhstan"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":2},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"coordination","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"nps","value":10},{"name":"manager","value":5}],"text":{"en":"Many thanks to Dr Bora Basharan and Alisher Durdiev!  Diagnosis: carcinoma on the tongue.\nAlisher was very helpful with the choice and full support during the treatment. He gave us confidence in choosing Dr Bora Basharan by telling us about his professionalism and humanity. The most important thing for Alisher was the patient's health and to organise the diagnosis/surgery so that the patient gets the best results. We are very happy about this. We could not decide on the treatment (we were waiting for answers from South Korea) and Alisher did not give up to provide us with doctor's answers, answer our many questions and help with organisation. His ability to speak excellent Russian helped a lot in communication.\nThe first meeting organised by Alisher went well. The doctor explained everything about the surgery and gave us peace of mind due to his experience as a highly specialised ENT surgeon in oncology. The operation went well and the follow up health checks. The recovery is good.\nWe read many positive reviews online about Dr Bor Basharan which gave us more confidence. The reviews are true. After the surgery we were given a room with excellent food and the recovery was good.\nThank Allah that we met Alisher and Dr Bora Basharan, for his golden hands, good surgery and organisation. Thank you very much again!\nGood health to all!"},"order":{"illness":{"id":94,"name":{"en":"Tongue cancer"}}},"doctor_info":{"id":6090,"name":"Bora Basaran","alias":"bora-basharan"},"clinic_info":{"id":2943,"name":"Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital","alias":"group-florence-nightingale-hospitals","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2024-10-10T14:33:51.531+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"comment_about_bookimed":{"en":"Online survey and automatic selection of clinic options that specialise in this disease. Quick answers and support.\nAn online service that helps people find the best treatment."},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"Thank Allah that we met him and he did a good surgery."}}},{"id":13996,"user":{"id":570306,"name":"Mariam kimeridze","country_code":"GE","country_name":{"en":"Georgia"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":2},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":4},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"coordination","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":4},{"name":"nps","value":10},{"name":"manager","value":5}],"text":{"en":"Dear all, Higlhly recomending the Florence Hospital wich is locating in istanbul. We are very satisfied with the  all jobs they did for us.\n  They have a online program BOOKIMED, wich will helps to you all to get a approximatelly quotation and treatment course step by step. Its very comportable and reachable for all. From here began a difficult road which we passed easily with the help of this clinic. The person whos name is Alisher Durdyyev, coordinator of the Florence hospital , took a good care for patient and us as well. Many thanks to him, he did his best.  \nThank you All."},"order":{"operation":{"id":757,"name":{"en":"Radiation therapy for bowel cancer"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":2943,"name":"Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital","alias":"group-florence-nightingale-hospitals","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2024-01-25T10:53:29.607+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"comment_about_bookimed":{"en":"This is a great Online program, wich helps to everybody and creates an easy connections. Super!"},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"We are very satisfied with all the jobs they did for us."}}},{"id":25762,"user":{"id":856393,"name":"Dovran Myratlyyeva","country_code":"TR","country_name":{"en":"Turkey"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":4},{"name":"recommend","value":8}],"text":{"en":"What worried me most was the uncertainty and what the treatment plan would be. But my fears were put to rest after the very first consultation. The doctor was very attentive and explained everything in detail and calmly, which immediately put me at ease. I really appreciate that approach. All the staff at the clinic were responsive and supportive at every stage. The clinic itself made a good impression; everything is well organised. I am currently in the recovery phase and feel much calmer, having a clear understanding of the next steps. It was the right choice."},"order":{"diagnostic":{"id":127,"name":{"en":"Consultation with a mammologist"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":426,"name":"Hisar Hospital Intercontinental","alias":"hisar-intercontinental-hospital","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-06-13T10:03:48.058+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"client_response":{"what_like_text":{"en":"Everything was great"}},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"It was the right choice."}}},{"id":25794,"user":{"id":1009183,"name":"Alhassan Abubakari","country_code":"GH"},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":3},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"recommend","value":9},{"name":"manager","value":0},{"name":"relative_price","value":0}],"text":{"en":"What surprised me most about my basalioma treatment wasn't the procedure itself, but the detailed skin examination I received. The surgeon was excellent. He made sure all removal options were discussed clearly, which was reassuring since I already had my diagnosis before arriving. Right now, the treated area is healing very well. While the medical care was superb and the clinic facilities are great, the administrative staff seemed a bit disorganized, which was the only downside. Despite that, based on the surgeon’s work, it’s a place I would suggest to others."},"order":{"illness":{"id":156,"name":{"en":"Basalioma"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":96,"name":"Memorial Şişli Hospital","alias":"memorial-healthcare-group","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-06-14T12:35:03.354+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"client_response":{"what_like_text":{"en":"My Bookimed  coordinator was highly skilled, had the passion and patience for her work and that translated to the numerous array of options provided to me to choose from based on my budget during the entire process.She interacted with me 24/7 just for us to have solution within my schedule. All information (proforma, visa assistance, travel guidance  and estimated personal expenses) for the entire treatment were on point and I encourage all manner of persons seeking medical treatment  abroad to choose Bookimed as their medical tourism partner."},"what_not_like_text":{"en":"1. Interpreter only come when the patient calls for his services and that is only during the day. If the interpreter can also support beyond the interactions with the specialist.\n2. Airport and Internal movement are left to the patient to handle which can sometimes be a major challenge for some category of patients and given the language barrier. \n3. Hospital discharges are very strict even if you the patient feels he/she need additional day(s) to be fit for a return to the hotel to continue the recovery."}},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"The surgeon was excellent."}}},{"id":25564,"user":{"id":1036229,"name":"Evgenii ","country_code":"NL","country_name":{"en":"Netherlands"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"recommend","value":8}],"text":{"en":"My main concern before starting treatment was how my body would react to the drug. I’m undergoing a course of Keytruda immunotherapy for kidney cancer, receiving an infusion every three weeks. Yes, I have experienced some side effects. These are mainly digestive issues, and I feel a little more tired. Of course, I am still concerned that these might get worse over time. But I must say that the doctor and all the staff have been very attentive and professional, which gives me confidence that I made the right choice of clinic and treatment process."},"order":{"operation":{"id":491,"name":{"en":"Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":96,"name":"Memorial Şişli Hospital","alias":"memorial-healthcare-group","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-05-31T07:28:49.826+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"The doctor and all the staff have been very attentive and professional, which gives me confidence that I made the right choice of clinic and treatment process."}}},{"id":27437,"user":{"id":1104391,"name":"Marzena Skóra-Ziętara","country_code":"PL","country_name":{"en":"Poland"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"recommend","value":10},{"name":"manager","value":0},{"name":"relative_price","value":0}],"text":{"en":"The medical team's communication during my Gallium 68 DOTATATE PET-CT was direct and clear, which set the tone for the entire process. From coordination to the scan itself, every stage was handled with a high degree of professionalism. My overall sentiment is simple: everything was done at a very high level, and I am sincerely grateful for the help and support I received from everyone involved. The clinic environment and the attentive staff made a significant difference. I have no suggestions for improvement. The service was solid."},"order":{"diagnostic":{"id":506,"name":{"en":"PET-CT with Gallium 68 (DOTATATE)"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":87,"name":"Anadolu Medical Center","alias":"anadolu-medical-center","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-09-24T12:57:24.787+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"Everything was done at a very high level, and I am sincerely grateful for the help and support I received from everyone involved."}}},{"id":25436,"user":{"id":954244,"name":"Michele Panteleakos","country_code":"IT","country_name":{"en":"Italy"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"recommend","value":10},{"name":"manager","value":0},{"name":"relative_price","value":0}],"text":{"en":"My biggest worry was finding a surgeon and team I could completely trust for this personal procedure. That concern disappeared quickly. From the first consultation, the surgeon was professional and the staff were consistently kind, which made the whole process feel secure and well-managed. I'm still in the early stages of healing, but the level of care has been excellent. Everything was clear. When friends ask if I would suggest this clinic to them, my answer is a 10. The support has been fantastic."},"order":{"operation":{"id":516,"name":{"en":"Testicular prosthesis"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":3060,"name":"Men's Health Clinics","alias":"aquahealth","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2026-05-22T12:43:04.695+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"client_response":{"what_like_text":{"en":"Coordinator stayed in touch .The clinic exceeded expectations.I wanted to thank Dr. Baris Nuhoglu and his assistant, who took impeccable care of me. They listened to me and resolved a problem that was very serious and causing me discomfort. On May 19th, they gave me a new birth with professionalism, seriousness, and empathy.I have e big  gratitude and deep respect to Dr. Baris and his team, \n and I wish to return in a few months for a check-up and, who knows, maybe for another new treatment.😁😉👍"}},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"When friends ask if I would suggest this clinic to them, my answer is a 10."}}},{"id":26865,"user":{"id":1086924,"name":"Gennadіi ","country_code":"UA","country_name":{"en":"Ukraine"}},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":5},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"manager","value":0},{"name":"relative_price","value":0}],"text":{"en":"The consultation with the doctor and his calm confidence greatly helped to manage my anxiety. I went through the examination calmly and confidently, feeling a professional and compassionate approach at every stage. The organization was top-notch. 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