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Brain tumor surgery in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why do patients choose Turkey for brain tumor surgery?

  • Accredited clinics: Patients can find JCI-certified hospitals and centers accredited by Turkey's Ministry of Health, ensuring high-quality care.
  • Latest technologies: Surgeons in Turkey perform procedures like transsphenoidal hypophysectomy and posterior fossa tumor surgery. These are conducted in hybrid operation theatres equipped with neuronavigation and neuromonitoring systems to enhance precision and safety.
  • High success rates: Brain tumor surgeries in Turkey have an efficacy rate of 85-90%. Patients experience excellent recovery outcomes.
  • Expert surgeons: Renowned neurosurgeons such as Doç. Dr. Doğan Güçluhan Güçlü are known for their expertise in complex procedures like glial tumor resections. They possess extensive experience and specialized certifications.

Access advanced Brain tumor surgery solutions in trusted clinics from $14,520.

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How Much Does Brain tumor surgery Cost in Turkey?

The cost of brain tumor surgery in Turkey ranges from $21,000 to $22,000, depending on the procedure and facility. Microsurgical excision of pontocerebellar angle tumor costs approximately $10,000. Some packages include hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, and post-op care.

Included: Surgery, anesthesia, 1-week hospital stay, medications, follow-up care, VIP transportation, private nursing service, and interpreter support.

Not included: Additional medical tests, revision fees (if needed), extended hospital stays, and optional recovery treatments.

The price research is based on updated and verified costs from the Bookimed partner clinics.

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Discover the Best Brain tumor surgery Clinics in Turkey: 15 Verified Options and Prices

Glial Tumor Excision Surgery

Liv Hospital Ulus

Turkey, Istanbul

Serdar Kahraman

36 years of experience
Clinic is certified
  • Dr. Serdar Kahraman heads the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center.
  • Liv Hospital Ulus uses innovative medical technologies like the da Vinci robot-assisted system for surgeries.
  • Included Services: Head MRI, CT of one area, Biochemistry blood test, Consultation with a neurosurgeon, Hospitalization, Transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 4 days stay in the hospital, 6 days stay in the hotel.
Glial Tumor Surgery Package | Comprehensive Surgical Care for Brain Tumor Management

VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

22 years of experience
  • Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic brain tumor surgeries.
  • VM Medical Park Florya Hospital serves patients from Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.
  • Included Services: Full board (breakfast+lunch+dinner+drinks), preoperative tests, blood tests, language assistance, consultation with an anesthesiologist, consultation with a neurosurgeon, hospitalization, transfer airport-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 4 days stay in the hospital, 0 days stay in the hotel.
  • Technique: Minimally invasive and endoscopic brain tumor surgery.
The neurosurgeon graduated from a German university. Brain tumor treatment: diagnosis + surgery + radiotherapy

Anadolu Medical Center

Turkey, Istanbul

Serdar Kahraman

36 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility located in Istanbul, Turkey, providing American treatment standards at affordable prices. It is affiliated with the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital, and is ranked among the Top 10 hospitals in the world according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA). Patients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, and Azerbaijan choose Anadolu Medical Center for its highly skilled and experienced medical staff, modern medical equipment, and excellent service. Dr. Serdar Kahraman, a highly-regarded neurosurgeon with 30 years of experience, heads the Neurosurgery Department and offers Brain tumor removal in Turkey.

Patients have praised Anadolu Clinic for its professionalism, cleanliness, attention to detail, and polite, attentive staff. The recovery room is bright and comfortable with a beautiful view. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away.

Anadolu Medical Center is the perfect choice for a successful Brain tumor removal in Turkey.

Brain Tumor Diagnosis and Surgery

Medipol Mega University Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Nejat Akalan

37 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Medipol Mega University Hospital is one of the leading multi-specialty medical facility in Turkey, offering excellent medical care in cancer, neurological, and cardiovascular treatment. The hospital is equipped with advanced technologies, such as Da Vinci Surgical System, Cyber and Gamma Knives. Expert Dr. Nejat Akalan is among top neurosurgeons in the world and provides Brain tumor removal in Turkey at Medipol Mega University Hospital. The offer includes consultation with the doctor, brain tumor removal, radiation therapy, blood tests, and more. Patients can also benefit from transfer from the airport, English-speaking coordinator, and help with booking a hotel.

Patients have left positive reviews about Medipol Mega University Hospital, praising the fast and successful treatment they managed to get. The hospital is highly praised by patients from Ukraine, who came to the hospital with their daughter diagnosed with anaplastic ependymoma. The coordinator from Bookimed platform is also praised for her work, as she provided fast and reliable medical documents translation, and consulted the patients 24/7.

If you are looking for Brain tumor removal in Turkey, do not hesitate to contact Medipol Mega University Hospital and get a consultation with the top neurosurgeon Dr. Nejat Akalan.

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Memorial Şişli Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Esra Kaytan Saglam

33 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of the most reputable multidisciplinary medical centers in the world. It offers quality treatment for cancer, bone marrow transplant, in vitro fertilization (IVF), neurosurgery, and organ transplant. Patients from 92 countries trust Memorial Şişli with their medical needs. It is also the only hospital in Turkey offering Radiotherapy procedure, which is provided by Doctor Esra Kaytan Saglam. It includes consultation with a doctor, airport transfer, and 50 days of stay in the hotel. It doesn't include accommodation. For more details, please check out this Radiotherapy in Turkey offer.

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Umut Dogu Akturk

17 years of experience
  • Dr. Umut Dogu Akturk specializes in brain tumor surgery.
  • Employs techniques like neuronavigation, endoscopic and minimally invasive surgery.
  • Trained internationally in cutting-edge neurosurgical methods.
  • Certified Neurosurgeon with expertise in complex brain surgeries.
  • Member of prominent neurosurgical societies, enhancing his specialization.
  • Offers remote consultations for brain tumor surgery patients.
  • Fluent in multiple languages, ensuring clear communication with diverse patients.
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Mustafa Bozbuga

34 years of experience
  • Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga specializes in advanced Brain tumor surgery.
  • Employs techniques like neuronavigation, endoscopic surgery, and awake craniotomy.
  • Trained internationally in countries including the USA and Germany.
  • Accredited neurosurgeon with expertise in microsurgical and minimally invasive methods.
  • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Skull Base Surgery Association.
  • Provides online consultations for international patients with brain tumors.
  • Fluent in Turkish and English, facilitating clear communication with diverse patients.
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Ceylan Sengul

10 years of experience
I specialize in monitoring child development (0-6 years) and treating issues such as developmental problems, aggressive behaviors, eating disorders, depression, social phobia, panic attack, addictions, mourning, psychosomatic complaints, sleep problems, school-related problems, traumas, life events, sibling rivalry, lack of self confidence, mood disorders, gender identity disorder, urinary incontinence, and body dysmorphic disorder.
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Canan Yildirim

23 years of experience
The doctor holds a Bachelor in Medicine from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English), is specialized in Child Health and Diseases from Hacettepe University, and has a minor in Neonatology from Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital. He has worked in Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine (Neonatogy Specialist-Assoc.), Samsun Maternity and Child Hospital (Neonatology Specialist), Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital (Neonatology Minor Assistant), Ayaş State Hospital (Child Health and Diseases Specialist), and Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (Pediatric Research Assistant).

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Виктория • Brain tumor removal
Germany
Mar 15, 2024
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Thanks to the translator Daria for the excellent translation
Dr. Takhta answered all questions in detail and competently. Thanks to the translator Daria for the excellent translation, Diana from Bookimed for the excellent organization of all requests. All questions were answered quickly and in detail.
Competence, availability at any time
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Ivan • Brain tumor removal
Serbia
Aug 2, 2024
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Gratitude to all the nurses and all the staff, led by the doctors
We was at Memorial ATASEHIR hospital and NOT at Memorial Sisli hospital. Since we stayed longer than planned due to real needs, we became like a kind of extended family during that time. Gratitude to all the nurses and all the staff, led by the doctors
Their whole approach to patients is very human, in the sense that they don't see you as just a body, but a human being with a soul as God created him, something that is hard to experience in the west...so probably that's something special that needs single out.
only knowledge of foreign languages ​​for ordinary staff, even though we had fun communicating like this :)
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quick answers and referral to the right hospital
Valerie • Brain tumor removal
United States of America
Nov 7, 2023
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I am not the patient, but a friend to the family. Dr. Leila, of Bookimed, has been constantly there to expedite the process of helping Br. Zakariya to o get his medical treatment. She was available during times when she was not even supposed to be working. Dr. Leila is truly an asset to Bookimed, and I feel blessed to have had her on the team.
When the patient was stuck at the airport, and Dr. Leila saw that he, and his brother received the tickets needed to fly to Sivas.
I feel that there needs to be someone stationed at the airport to escort international patients directly to their gate, andon to their flight. The airport personnel were not very helpful.
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I feel that Dr. Leila went beyond her job responsibilities, and that she deserves compensation from the company for her high-level of professionalism.
Тарас • Brain tumor removal
Ukraine
Dec 10, 2018
Verified review.
Thanks a lot!!!
The only doctor who intelligibly explained everything! Attitudes towards the patient are positive! Translator Leisyan thanks! Coordinators Olga and Yana are in touch, they explain everything! I didn’t expect to meet this level of service! Thanks a lot!!!

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Our Brain tumor surgery Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Brain tumor surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

Brain Tumor Removal

Involves the surgical excision of abnormal growths within the brain to alleviate symptoms and prevent further complications.

Pros: Offers direct access to the tumor, allowing for precise removal and immediate symptom relief. Minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery time by up to 50% compared to traditional methods.
Cons: Risks include potential damage to surrounding brain tissue, with a 10% chance of neurological deficits. Requires hospitalization and postoperative care, which can be extensive.
Effectiveness: Success rates vary from 70% to 90% depending on tumor type and location.
Duration: 3-6 hours
Recovery: 4-8 weeks
Best for: Patients with accessible tumors causing neurological symptoms. Effective for gliomas, meningiomas, and metastatic brain lesions.
Prices: Cost of Brain tumor removal in Turkey from $15,000

Resection of glioblastoma

This procedure involves surgically removing a glioblastoma, a type of aggressive brain tumor, to alleviate symptoms and improve survival chances.

Pros: Glioblastoma resection can significantly reduce tumor size, improving life expectancy and quality of life. Approximately 90% of patients experience symptom relief post-surgery.
Cons: The risk of neurological deficits post-surgery is around 30%, and complete tumor removal is often challenging due to its invasive nature.
Effectiveness: Achieves up to 80% tumor reduction in many cases, with varying success based on tumor location and size.
Duration: 4-6 hours.
Recovery: 4-6 weeks.
Best for: Patients with localized glioblastomas, especially when combined with radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
Prices: Cost of Resection of glioblastoma in Turkey from $16,000

Excision of Skull Base Tumor

Excision of skull base tumor involves the surgical removal of tumors located at the base of the skull, often requiring advanced techniques due to the complexity of the area.

Pros: Offers precise removal with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Success rates are high, with 85% of cases achieving complete tumor resection.
Cons: The procedure can be more invasive than other brain surgeries, with a higher risk of complications like nerve damage, occurring in 15% of cases.
Effectiveness: Achieves complete tumor removal in approximately 85% of cases.
Duration: 6-12 hours.
Recovery: 1-3 months.
Best for: Tumors at the skull base, including meningiomas and acoustic neuromas, affecting 2-3% of the population.
Prices: Cost of Excision of skull base tumor in Turkey from $22,000

Pituitary tumor surgery

This procedure involves the removal of a tumor from the pituitary gland, often performed using minimally invasive techniques.

Pros: Offers a high success rate with over 90% symptom improvement. Minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery time significantly.
Cons: May not be suitable for all tumor types, and less effective for large or invasive tumors compared to other surgical options.
Effectiveness: 85% to 95% success rate in tumor removal and symptom relief.
Duration: 2 to 4 hours
Recovery: 4 to 6 weeks
Best for: Small to medium-sized pituitary tumors causing hormonal imbalances or vision problems.
Prices: Cost of Pituitary tumor surgery in Turkey from $6,800

Surgical removal of the brain cyst

Involves a neurosurgical procedure to excise a cystic lesion from the brain, aimed at relieving pressure and symptoms.

Pros: Minimally invasive with a lower risk of complications compared to excision of skull base tumors. Offers a 90% chance of symptom relief and improved quality of life.
Cons: Requires general anesthesia, which carries some risk. May not be suitable for all cyst locations due to accessibility issues.
Effectiveness: 85% success rate in achieving complete cyst removal without recurrence.
Duration: 2-4 hours
Recovery: 1-2 weeks
Best for: Cystic lesions causing neurological symptoms or brain compression in accessible areas.
Prices: Cost of Surgical removal of the brain cyst in Turkey from $7,500