CT (computer tomography) in Turkey — Page 5

Liv Hospital Vadistanbul is a JCI- and ISO-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It partners with Boston Children's Hospital for pediatric second opinions. Core specialties include kidney transplantation, cancer surgeries, and cardiac surgeries for adults and children.

• Boston Children's Hospital is ranked the best children's hospital in the USA.
• Designated as Centers of Excellence for robotic surgery, bariatric surgery, and colorectal surgery.
• Specialized centers for heart health, advanced endoscopy, spine, and athlete health.
• Stem cell therapies available for certain conditions.

Emsey Hospital is a multi-specialty medical center on the Asian side of Istanbul. It is the first hospital to receive the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate (001) from the Turkish Ministry of Health. The hospital is especially known for orthopedics, spine surgery, bone marrow transplantation, and oncology.

• First EUROSPINE-certified Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence in Turkey and Asia.
• One of the largest bone marrow transplant units in the region with 45 beds.
• JCI-accredited since 2017, also holds ISO 9001 and TÜSKA certificates.
• Offers PET-CT, 3 Tesla MRI, LINAC Trilogy, and nuclear medicine therapies.
• Provides airport transfers, interpreters, and accommodation for international patients.

Estophia Hospital is a private clinic in Istanbul with 87 doctors across 28 departments. Orthopedics, urology, aesthetic medicine, and weight loss surgery are its strongest areas.

• 98% success rate for breast lifts, tummy tucks, ear surgery, and FUE hair transplants.
• 95% success rate for liposuction procedures.
• Serves both adults and children in the same facility.
• Draws patients mainly from Europe, African countries, and the USA.

Avicenna International Hospital was ranked 2nd best in Istanbul by Clinicspots. This multi-specialty center treats 175,000 patients each year. Core specialties include neurosurgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and weight loss surgery.

• Part of the Avicenna Hospitals group, operating for over 30 years with four locations across Istanbul.
• Patients come from CIS countries, Europe, and the Balkans.
• Holds IFSO certification for obesity and metabolic surgery.
• Accredited with ISO 9001 (TÜV NORD) and ISO 45001 for quality and safety.
• Offers ambulance services for rapid access across the city.

SALUSS Medical Group has locations in Istanbul and Antalya, Turkey. Since 2001, it has treated patients from 52 countries across five continents. The clinic offers over 20 treatments across 10 specialties, with hair transplants, aesthetic surgeries, and dental care as its core strengths.

• Over 600 patients choose SALUSS each year. Hair transplant success rate is 95%.
• Offers FUE, DHI, and robotic hair transplants plus PRP therapy for hair loss.
• Certified by the Turkish Medical Association and an official Straumann dental implant provider.
• Package prices include procedure, accommodation, airport transfers, and local sightseeing tours.
• Antalya location is 1.5 km from the beach and 20 km from the international airport.

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.

Esthetic Smile Academy provides 3D dental tomography for oral and maxillofacial imaging. Dr. Yaprak Kalkan oversees these exams, bringing over 10 years of experience and a PhD in Periodontology. The clinic is a Straumann Official Provider and a member of the Turkish Medical Association. Diagnostic packages typically run around $8,100–$10,700 as part of wider dental assessments. These packages generally include the CT scan, a panoramic X-ray, and a consultation with a surgeon. This approach offers detailed 3D imaging for precise bone assessment during a single visit.

Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital is a JCI-accredited facility and the second-largest hospital in the Medipol Health Group. It treats 600,000 patients each year with a focus on cardiology, oncology, and heart surgery.

• Opened in 2022 with 14 operating rooms and a 52-incubator neonatal ICU.
• PET-CT completes a full-body tumor scan in 5 minutes, with 4x higher contrast than standard PET-CT.
• Radiation oncology uses TrueBeam STx and Halcyon systems for stereotactic treatments in 1–5 days.
• Nuclear medicine department offers Lu-177 PSMA/DOTA and Y-90 microsphere therapies.
• Cardiology and cardiovascular surgery perform TAVI, coronary bypass, and carotid artery procedures.

Biruni University Hospital holds TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation and a Diplomatic Council Certificate. These credentials verify high standards for medical imaging and patient safety. The facility provides outpatient CT scans for the brain and chest. A chest CT typically costs around $350. Prof. Dr. Talıp Asıl oversees neurological diagnostics at this university center. He is a specialized neurologist focused on brain imaging. Patients can receive diagnostic scans in a convenient same-day setting without requiring hospital admission.

Neurosurgeon Dr. Mehmet Beşir SÜRME is a state multi-specialty medical center in Eskisehir, Turkey. It focuses on neurosurgery, spinal surgery, and pediatric neurosurgery. The clinic is headed by a specialist in deep brain stimulation and is certified for health tourism.

• Deep brain stimulation treats Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and tremor.
• Vagus nerve stimulation helps with resistant epilepsy and major depression.
• Spinal cord stimulation addresses neuropathic pain, paraplegia, and incontinence.
• International patients come from the Balkans, Asia, and CIS countries.