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Private Yunus Emre Hospital treats 70,000 patients each year across 20 departments. Its key specialties include general surgery, ENT, gynecology, cardiovascular diseases, and urology. Holds ISO 9001 certification and is a WHO/UNICEF-designated Baby Friendly Hospital.
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Phacoemulsification with premium IOL – advanced microsurgical technique perfected by Professor Peykan Türkcüoğlu, distinguished ophthalmology professor at university hospital. Cataract surgery with IOL replacement costs around $5,000 for one eye or $7,500 for both – covering phacoemulsification, lens replacement, medications, 1-day hospitalization, and 7-night accommodation. Package includes pre-op examinations, PCR test, transfers, and translation services.
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Acıbadem Altunizade Hospital is a multidisciplinary hospital on Istanbul's Asian side. It opened in 2017 and occupies a 98,000 m² facility. Its services include neurology, cardiology, oncology, breast health, ophthalmology, spine care, reproductive medicine, obesity and metabolic surgery, and robotic surgery.
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