Melanoma surgery in Istanbul — get 3 personalized clinic matches

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers, operating on a 53,000 m² area with 252 beds, 13 operating rooms, and advanced intensive care units. Opened in 2000, it became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming world-class standards.

The hospital is recognized for its expertise in oncology, organ and bone marrow transplantation (90% organ transplant success rate), IVF, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and genetics. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized centers, Memorial Şişli attracts patients from 167 countries each year, combining top-level medical care with Istanbul’s unique cultural and travel opportunities.

Prof. Bülent Karagöz brings 33 years of experience of oncology experience, specializing in melanoma surgical excision with reconstruction. The procedure may cost around $12,350 – typically covering surgery, anesthesia, 2 days hospitalization, and routine lab tests. Anadolu Medical Center is JCI accredited since 2007 and follows Johns Hopkins treatment standards. Prof. Karagöz has authored 40+ cancer research publications and leads multidisciplinary tumor board reviews for each case.

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a JCI-accredited facility specializing in oncology, offers expert Melanoma surgery with a multidisciplinary approach. The clinic's oncology department is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies to ensure precise tumor removal and reconstruction when needed. Dr. Faruk Gencoglu, with extensive experience in complex surgical cases and over 3,000 cardiovascular procedures performed, provides specialized surgical care for melanoma patients. The hospital's high patient volume ensures comprehensive post-operative monitoring and personalized treatment plans.

Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.

The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci, a leading neurosurgeon with over 1,100+ complex brain and spine surgeries performed, specializes in advanced microsurgical and endoscopic techniques for melanoma-related neurosurgical needs. He trained at Johns Hopkins University and serves as the founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey, combining international expertise with cutting-edge surgical innovation. Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital offers JCI-accredited neurosurgical care with Brainlab navigation and a dedicated epilepsy monitoring unit.