Neuroblastoma Treatment in Turkey — Page 2

Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu has 21 years of experience performing 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures. He specializes in complex skull-base surgeries using combined transcranial-endoscopic techniques. Diagnostic consultations may cost around $120 and an MRI around $230-310. Brain tumor resection typically runs $17,500 for a 7-day package with ICU care. The more comprehensive combined surgery costs around $35,000–$40,000, including 10 days of hospitalization and a companion's stay.

Prof. Dr. Fehim Arman brings 47 years of experience of neurology expertise, with specialized training in epileptology at Bonn University and extensive experience in neuro-oncology at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He holds memberships in the International League Against Epilepsy and the American Academy of Neurology, with research published in peer-reviewed journals.

Prof. Dr. Murat Elli heads the pediatric oncology department at the JCI-accredited Medipol Mega Hospital. A full diagnostic spectrum includes CT scans from $400 and MRI for $300-450. Treatment options include chemotherapy schemes from $200 and autologous bone marrow transplantation, which typically costs around $45,000. The hospital has a dedicated pediatric bone marrow transplant center.

Prof. Birol Baytan has 34 years of experience experience treating pediatric cancers at Emsey Hospital. This center houses Turkey's largest pediatric bone marrow transplant unit and holds JCI accreditation. Diagnostics start from $100 for a tumor marker test. A comprehensive diagnostic package runs $1,300–$11,000. Full surgical treatment typically costs around $39,000, covering the procedure, a 30-day hospital stay, and the surgical team's fees.

Private Koru Ankara Hospital is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Ankara. It treats 350,000 patients annually. Main specialties include urology, gynecology, plastic surgery, and weight loss surgery.

• Equipped with Gamma Knife, PET-CT, and Da Vinci robotic surgical system.
• Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre on-site.
• Served patients from 62 countries through the International Patient Relations Department.
• Free medical second opinions and 24/7 multilingual support offered.
• Complimentary airport transfers provided for international patients.

Acibadem Health Group is a 20-hospital network across 4 countries with JCI and ISO accreditation. It cooperates with Harvard Medical International and Massachusetts General Hospital. Its main specialties are cardiac surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and organ transplant.

• 5,000,000+ patients treated annually by over 22,500 staff.
• Own laboratories: Acibadem LabMed, LabVital, and LabCell.
• Equipment includes Da Vinci robotic systems, CyberKnife, Gamma Knife, and 3 Tesla intraoperative MRI.
• Free remote consultation with treatment plan and cost. Airport pick-up and free transfer. Interpreters in 20+ languages.

Private Optimed Hospital is an ISO-certified hospital in Istanbul treating over 250,000 patients each year. Its main specialty is obesity and weight loss surgery. The hospital also has 25 departments covering cardiology, neurosurgery, and plastic surgery.

• Holds the Baby-friendly Hospital accreditation from WHO and UNICEF.
• Offers free online doctor consultations, plus follow-up calls after treatment.
• Uses a 1.5 Tesla MRI designed for patients uncomfortable with closed spaces.
• Provides computed tomography with reduced radiation dose.
• Includes a 16-bed general intensive care unit and a 14-bed newborn ICU.

Prof. Dr. Funda Çorapçoğlu specializes in pediatric oncology. Diagnostics start from $120 for an oncologist consultation. A CT scan may cost around $500–$1,000 and an MRI $650–$1,350. Comprehensive treatment typically runs $40,000–$60,000, including a full diagnostic package, IV port placement, and four chemotherapy cycles.

SANKO University Hospital is a private multispecialty facility in Gaziantep, Turkey. It offers adult and pediatric care across cardiology, oncology, and general surgery. The hospital treats children aged 0-18 in a dedicated pediatric surgery unit. It also has an Oncology Center and a Bone Marrow Transplantation Center. Sani Konukoğlu founded the hospital in 1996.

The facility has 600 beds and 10 operating rooms across two buildings. A team of 1,000 staff supports daily operations. The hospital holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications. Advanced technology includes Rosa Robotic Surgery and the Varian TrueBeam radiotherapy system. International Patient Services arranges second opinions, appointments, and travel planning.