Merkez Prime Hospital is a multispecialty facility in Gebze, Turkey. It offers specialized care in plastic surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pediatrics. The hospital opened in 1994 and launched its modern 14-story campus in 2020. The site covers 27,000 square meters and includes 60 outpatient clinics. It has seven operating rooms and a 1,400-square-meter Healthy Life Center.
The Neurosurgery Unit uses advanced tools like neuronavigation and intraoperative ultrasound for brain tumors. The clinic holds JCI, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations. Operating rooms use laminar flow ventilation and HEPA filters for strict infection control. A private helipad gives direct access to international airports for medical travelers. Patients can choose standard, suite, or VIP rooms during their stay.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar ÖZATEŞ is an ophthalmology clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. The facility treats both children and adults. Specialists handle strabismus, cataracts, and glaucoma. The team also treats corneal and retinal diseases. Eyelid aesthetics and refractive laser surgery are available. Dr. Serdar ÖZATEŞ founded the practice in 2026.
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| 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 |
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