Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
The cost of balloon sinuplasty in Turkey typically ranges from $2,000 to $3,500. Pricing depends on the clinic, the surgeon’s experience, whether the procedure is done under local or general anesthesia, and the number of sinuses treated. In the United States, the average price is $8,000 (per AAO-HNS). This means balloon sinuplasty in Turkey is about 65% less expensive than in the U.S.
Turkish packages usually cover pre-op consultation, imaging (CT scan), anesthesia, the balloon catheter device, the procedure itself, and follow-up visits. In the U.S., the listed price often covers just the surgeon’s fee, with separate charges for anesthesia, facility use, and post-op care. Always confirm exactly what’s included with each clinic.
| Turkey | Austria | Spain | |
| Balloon sinuplasty | from $2,000 | from $4,500 | from $2,500 |
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Fahad MawloodDay 1: Arrival
Day 2: Pre-Operation
Day 3: Balloon Sinuplasty
Day 4: Post-Operation
Week 1: Rehabilitation
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Week 4
Note: Each patient’s recovery period may vary based on individual health conditions.
Specialized in plastic and reconstructive surgery with extensive training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.
Prof. Cemal Firat specializes in complex facial and reconstructive surgeries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, including advanced sinus procedures.
Specializes in rhinoplasty aesthetics and facial surgery – Dr. Yildirim brings precision to nasal procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.
Professor Cokkeser brings over 30 years of specialized ENT expertise, including advanced training in skull base surgery and otology from leading institutions worldwide.
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Turkish government. The Turkish authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 77 billion liras for healthcare annually.
As a result, 28,000 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. About 50 centers have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.
| Currency | lira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros) |
| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| Visa | is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit |
| Time difference with Europe | 3 hours |
| Time difference with the USA | 8 hours |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
In Turkey, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
The main advantage of Turkish resorts is the long beach season. On the Mediterranean coast, it starts in April and lasts until November. In the resorts of the Aegean Sea — from May to October. The most comfortable time for swimming is from mid-June to the end of October. A large influx of tourists is in July-August, when the air temperature is +38°C, and the water warms up to +27°C.
In 2020, the Republic of Turkey has visa-free agreements with 89 states. Some foreigners are exempted from obtaining entry visas, others are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa), and still others must apply for a visa at Turkish missions abroad.
What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
Visas for travel to Turkey require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes: