Carotid endarterectomy in Turkey 2026: Cost, Clinics & Reviews

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How Much Does Carotid endarterectomy Cost in Turkey?

Carotid endarterectomy in Turkey typically costs from $8,000 to $12,000 depending on the surgical technique, hospital tier, and the complexity of the arterial blockage. In the United States, similar procedures cost around $29,000 on average. Patients traveling to Turkey save approximately 66%, with packages often including diagnostic imaging, the surgical procedure, hospital stays, and airport transfers.

Hospital accreditation: JCI-accredited facilities in Istanbul and Ankara may price services 15-20% higher than others.
Surgical complexity: Cases requiring synthetic or autologous patch grafting typically increase the baseline procedural cost.
Facility tier: Regional clinics often provide lower rates compared to premium medical centers in major hubs.
Diagnostic requirements: Pre-operative vascular Doppler or advanced imaging adds to the total medical budget.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing specialized clinics led by pioneers offers exceptional value. For instance, Prof. Öztekin Oto Heart Clinic provides packages around $8,000. Prof. Oto pioneered Turkey's first heart-lung transplant and video-assisted surgeries. His clinic maintains a high success rate with long-term graft functionality. This level of expertise is often found in Istanbul and İzmir, where multidisciplinary heart teams coordinate complex vascular care.

	Turkey	Austria	Spain
Carotid endarterectomy	from $8,000	≈ $9,500	≈ $9,500

Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 5 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Prof. Öztekin Oto Heart Clinic

Turkey, Istanbul

Öztekin Oto

41 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Öztekin Oto brings over 35 years of experience to this specialized cardiac clinic in Istanbul. He is a former President of the European Society of Cardiovascular Surgery and holds fellowships with the ESC and ACC. The team performs carotid endarterectomy under local anesthesia to help reduce risks for elderly patients. The clinic holds a Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government. Multilingual coordinators support international patients in English and German throughout their surgical care.

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Private Medifema Hospital

Turkey, İzmir

Private Medifema Hospital is a multi-specialty facility in Izmir, Turkey. It offers surgical and clinical care for adults and children. Main specialties include bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, aesthetics, and vascular surgery. The hospital also covers orthopedics, neurosurgery, cardiology, and neonatal intensive care. The medical team has 35 specialized doctors.

The 13,500 m² facility has 126 beds and 5 operating rooms. Care units include 31 adult and 15 newborn intensive care beds. Five more beds are dedicated to vascular surgery intensive care. Cardiology and emergency observation units add 22 beds. The team performs advanced bariatric procedures like robotic gastric sleeve surgery.

Medifema serves international patients through a health tourism model. It offers all-inclusive packages with VIP transfers and personal assistance. On-site diagnostics include CT scanning, Doppler sonography, and nasal endoscopy. Staff support patients in English, Russian, Arabic, and German.

Price on request

Prof. Dr. Yavuz Beşoğul

Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Yavuz Beşoğul brings over 30 years of surgical expertise to vascular care. He has performed 5,000+ open-heart surgeries and leads a specialized heart team in Istanbul. The clinic offers carotid endarterectomy under local or general anesthesia. Prof. Dr. Beşoğul uses precise CT and MR angiography for treatment planning. The clinic focuses on safety through a multidisciplinary approach with intensive care support. Post-op care includes antiplatelet therapy and regular Doppler follow-ups to help reduce long-term stroke risk.

Price on request

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Öztekin Oto

41 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Öztekin Oto is a specialist at the clinic and leads complex cardiovascular care, including heart transplantation and minimally invasive cardiac surgery. His work includes Turkey’s smallest artificial heart implantation (10 cc) for a pediatric patient and a first-in-Turkey three-hour open-heart operation through a 5-centimetre incision with “neck anaesthesia”. As president of ESCVS and the Turkish Heart and Health Foundation, he brings leadership experience to every case.

Cenk Indelen

24 years of experience

Specializing in carotid endarterectomy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Dr. Indelen brings extensive expertise in vascular surgery.

Over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular and vascular surgery
Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
Trained in robotic surgery at Orsi da Vinci Training Center
Published multiple papers on cardiovascular surgery techniques

Dogan Erdogan

31 years of experience

Associate Professor with training at Mayo Clinic – Dr. Erdogan brings decades of cardiology expertise to carotid endarterectomy cases.

Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools
Specialized in cardiology with experience across top institutions
Worked at Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab in the US
Currently practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Yavuz Besogul

34 years of experience

Dr. Yavuz Besogul is a cardiovascular surgeon at Neolife Medical Center. He received his MD from Erciyes University in 1989. He pursued an academic career in cardiovascular surgery at Eskisehir Osmangazi University. He served as Professor from 2008 to 2012. His clinical posts include Eskisehir Osmangazi University (1992–2012) and Kiziltoprak Florence Nightingale Hospital (2012–2014). He worked at Medicana Camlica as Coordinator of Cardiovascular Surgery and as a member of the Ethics Committee (2014–2016). He later served at Medical Park–Istinye University (2017–2023) and Biruni University Hospital (2024–2026).

His clinical focus includes minimally invasive cardiac surgery and axillary valve surgery. He performs valve repair and replacement and coronary bypass, including minimally invasive methods. He treats peripheral vascular, carotid, and venous disease. He offers varicose vein care with sclerotherapy, foam therapy, and endovenous ablation, as well as capillary laser. He also performs sympathectomy and provides diabetic limb care. He manages Buerger’s disease and Raynaud’s.

He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, the National Vascular Surgery Society, and the Phlebology Society. He serves as a referee for the International Journal of Interventional Cardiology. He is on the advisory boards of Türkiye Klinikleri and the Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences.

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FAQ about Carotid endarterectomy in Turkey

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

When is the best time to travel to Turkey?

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.

What is the level of medicine in Turkey?

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.

What should you know about Turkey before the trip?

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

Do I need a visa?

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.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Turkey for treatment?

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:

ID card
confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
certificate of income and availability of funds ($50 per day per person)
insurance policy for a stay in Turkey (original and copy)
2 photos (5x6)
visa receipt
booking of flight and hotel
medical opinion about the need for treatment.

What hotel services are provided here?

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.