Last updated: 2/21/2025

Gamma Knife for brain tumor in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why do patients choose Turkey for gamma knife treatment for brain tumors?

  • Accredited clinics: JCI-certified hospitals uphold high standards of healthcare quality and safety.
  • Latest technologies: The Leksell Gamma Knife Icon is a cutting-edge device. It allows for precise targeting of brain tumors with minimal damage to surrounding tissues.
  • High success rates: Gamma Knife treatment boasts an efficacy rate of 85-90% in controlling tumor growth. It provides excellent outcomes for various conditions.
  • Expert surgeons: Renowned neurosurgeons in Turkey, often holding international board certifications, have performed thousands of gamma knife procedures. This ensures experienced care.

Access advanced Gamma Knife for brain tumor solutions in trusted clinics from $5,500.

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How Much Does Gamma Knife for brain tumor Cost in Turkey?

The average cost of Gamma Knife for brain tumor in Turkey ranges from $4,750 to $7,560. The offers include a consultation of a radiologist, an MRI of one area, a follow-up examination, transfer of airport-clinic-airport, and Gamma Knife for brain tumor. Accommodation is not included.

Our Gamma Knife for brain tumor Packages in Turkey February 2025

Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex

Turkey, Istanbul

Turker Kilic

34 years of experience

At Medical Park Hospitals Group physicians use Gamma Knife in the Oncology Department. This time-proven procedure is conducted by radiologists to treat various stages of intracranial cancer and glaucoma.

Gamma Knife is a non-invasive single-session procedure. During the operation, physicians use CT or other types of scanning to plan their actions.

The effectiveness of the therapy can be fully assessed only after a certain period of time. A patient that undergo Gamma Knife treatment is then required to pass several doctor’s observations.

Medipol Mega University Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Mehmet Faik Cetindag

34 years of experience

Gamma Knife treatment of benign and malignant tumors is performed in Medipol Radiology Department. Specialists use Perfection Gamma Knife produced by Elekta company. It has the highest accuracy of irradiation - 0.15 mm, and healthy tissues are not affected.

The procedure lasts from 30 minutes to 2 hours. During therapy, a patient stays conscious. To make a patient comfortable, a doctor inserts light sedative drugs. After Gamma Knife treatment of brain tumors, a patient is observed by doctors.

The Gamma Knife cost for brain tumors includes irradiation cycle and hospital stay for 1 day.

Discover the Best Gamma Knife for brain tumor Clinics in Turkey: 18 Verified Options and Prices

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Mustafa Solak
19 years of experience

Mustafa Solak, M.D. is a medical doctor who graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine and has completed residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. He specializes in Breast Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head-Neck Cancer, and Gastrointestinal Cancers. He has also worked at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Hitit University Corum Training Hospital, and Medical Park Hospital.

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Selçuk Göçmen
22 years of experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr Göçmen is a Turkey-based neurosurgeon with over 15 years of experience, specializing in functional neurosurgery and Gamma Knife. He is certified in functional neurosurgery, Gamma Knife and Endovascular procedures, and has won the Young Neurosurgeon Award by the German Society of Neurosurgery in 2014. He has written over 35 papers on brain diseases and neurosurgery, and is a member of several neurosurgery and spine organizations.

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Baran Yilmaz
20 years of experience
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Melih Ucer
17 years of experience

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Марина • Gamma Knife for brain tumor
Ukraine
Jun 18, 2021
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The doctor is excellent!
Was in the clinic for a week. Here they solved my difficult problem efficiently, clearly and competently. The doctor is excellent! He exudes confidence, great experience and great practice. Even the smallest questions from him were thoroughly answered. The staff, the clinic ... there is not enough space here to describe this fantastic!
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Khansaa Idris Mohamed Dosa • Gamma Knife
Sudan
Nov 8, 2018
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The results were amazing
Satisfied with all the provided services. Thank you for all the support and help.

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Fast Facts about Gamma Knife for brain tumor

Gamma Knife for brain tumor

Gamma Knife is a non-invasive treatment that uses focused radiation therapy to target and treat brain tumors with high precision.

Pros: Offers high precision with minimal damage to surrounding tissue. Success rates can reach up to 90% for certain types of brain lesions.
Cons: Not suitable for large tumors over 3 cm. May require multiple sessions for extensive treatment.
Effectiveness: Achieves success rates of up to 90% in controlling tumor growth.
Duration: 1-3 hours.
Recovery: Not needed.
Best for: Small to medium-sized brain tumors, and patients with brain metastases or neurological disorders.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

FAQ about Gamma Knife for brain tumor in Turkey

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?

Currencylira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros)
Best period for the tripMay-October
LanguageTurkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
Visais not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit
Time difference with Europe3 hours
Time difference with the USA8 hours
CapitalAnkara
Medical tourism centerIstanbul
Popular resortsAlanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris

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.

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.

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.