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Discectomy in Turkey: Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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How Much Does Discectomy Cost in Turkey?

The average cost of Discectomy in Turkey ranges from $5000 to $9000. The offers include an MRI of one area, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport, a discectomy, consultation with an orthopedist, a follow-up visit, language assistance, consultation with an anesthesiologist, an electrocardiogram, a follow-up examination, blood tests, a video or text consultation, hospitalization, and transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport. Accommodation is not included.
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Discectomy Packages in Turkey 2024

Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Mustafa Kurklu
21 years of experience
  • Dr. Mustafa Kurklu has authored 72 scientific publications in orthopedics and traumatology.
  • Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital specializes in advanced orthopedic and brain surgeries.
  • Included Services: Consultation with a doctor, preoperative tests, follow-up examination, VIP transfer.
  • Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 5 days stay in the hotel, accommodation not included in the price.
  • Technique: Lumbar microdiscectomy.
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Ismail Oltulu
13 years of experience
  • Dr. Ismail Oltulu completed a fellowship at the University of California San Francisco Spine Center.
  • Memorial Şişli Hospital is the 1st hospital in Turkey accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI).
  • Included Services: Consultation with a doctor, preoperative tests, follow-up examination, VIP transfer.
  • Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 5 days stay in the hotel, accommodation is not included in the price.
  • Technique: Lumbar Microdiscectomy.
Liv Hospital Ulus
Turkey, Istanbul
Serdar Kahraman
35 years of experience
  • Dr. Serdar Kahraman heads the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center.
  • LIV Hospital utilizes innovative technologies like the da Vinci robot-assisted system for surgeries.
  • Included Services: Hospitalization, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 5 days in the hospital, 7 days in the hotel, included in the price.
  • Method: Simple discectomy.
Atlas University Medicine Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Halil Can
29 years of experience
  • Dr. Halil Can has expertise in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using lateral microsurgical approach.
  • Atlas University Medicine Hospital specializes in treating spinal diseases with advanced neurovascular surgery techniques.
  • Included Services: Blood tests, consultation with an anesthesiologist, consultation with a neurosurgeon, hospitalization, VIP transfer.
  • Stay Info: 1 day stay in the hospital, no hotel stay included.
VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Erhan Arslan
17 years of experience
  • Dr. Erhan Arslan is a Clinical Observer at Helsinki University Central Hospital, specializing in neurosurgery.
  • VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital serves patients from Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.
  • Included Services: Full board (breakfast+lunch+dinner+drinks), preoperative tests, blood tests, language assistance, consultation with a neurosurgeon, hospitalization, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 3 days stay in the hospital, no hotel stay included in the price.
  • Technique: Lumbar Microdiscectomy.
Medipol Mega University Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Nejat Akalan
36 years of experience
  • Dr. Nejat Akalan extensively uses advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System and iMRI.
  • Medipol Mega Hastaneler Kompleksi receives over 1,200 patients daily, showcasing its high trust level.
  • Included Services: MRI of one area, Consultation with a neurosurgeon.
  • Stay Info: 0 days stay in the hotel, Accommodation is not included.
  • Technique: Advanced surgical techniques with O-arm Imaging System and iMRI.
Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Mustafa Kilic
17 years of experience
  • Dr. Mustafa Kilic specializes in neuromodulation treatments and serves as a teacher at Istinye University.
  • Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic is a leading neurosurgery center in Istanbul, Turkey, known for successful discectomy procedures.
  • Included Services: Consultation with a doctor, Follow-up examination, Consultation with an anesthesiologist, Consultation with a neurosurgeon, Consultation with a neurologist, 5* hotel, VIP transfer.
  • Stay Info: 1 day stay in the hospital, 6 days stay in the hotel, included in the price.
  • Technique: Cervical, lumbar, thoracic discectomy (one level).
Medivia Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr Omer Nadir Koc
19 years of experience
  • Dr. Omer Nadir Koc's research has led to innovative treatments for hematologic malignancies.
  • Medivia Hospital serves 2,000 patients annually, attracting visitors from Europe, the Commonwealth, the Balkans, and Africa.
  • Included services: VIP transfer.
  • Stay info: 1 day stay in the hospital, 5 days stay in the hotel (not included in the price).
Turan Turan Health Group
Turkey, Bursa
Yunus Uysal
11 years of experience
  • Dr. Yunus Uysal completed the advanced arthroplasty training program by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.
  • Turan Turan Health is a robotic surgery and orthopedic center in Bursa, Turkey.
  • Included Services: Blood tests, follow-up examination, electrocardiogram (ECG), consultation with an anesthesiologist, chest X-ray, language assistance, MRI of one area, follow-up visit, consultation with an orthopedist, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 1 day stay in the hospital, 7 days stay in the hotel (not included in the price).
  • Surgery type: Full Endoscopic Discectomy Surgery.
Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
Turkey, Ankara
Cahit Kural
26 years of experience
  • Dr. Cahit Kural has achieved a 99.9% success rate in discectomy procedures.
  • Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital has a 99.9% success rate in discectomy surgeries.
  • Included Services: Medical examination, post-operative care, ECG, general anesthesia, preoperative tests, blood tests, follow-up examination, consultation with an anesthesiologist, chest X-ray, language assistance, biochemistry blood test, follow-up visit, full board, hospitalization, hotel stay, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 2 days in hospital, 3 days in hotel, included in the price.
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Rehabilitation - 4 days
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Mehmet Aydogan
24 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an experienced orthopedic surgeon who specializes in adult and pediatric spinal deformities, advanced spine surgery, non-fusion scoliosis treatment, and other related procedures. He has published 60 national and international scientific papers and is a member of North America Spine Society, Scoliosis Research Society, and European Spine Society. He speaks English, making consultations with international patients comfortable and has experience working in Turkey, California, USA, and other countries.

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Selman Dogan
18 years of experience

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and shoulder replacement, sports traumatology, lower and upper extremity trauma surgery, spinal surgery, and ligament and tendon injuries of the knee. He has a Bachelor's degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and has completed residencies at Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital and Sanliurfa Mehmet Akif Inan Training and Research Hospital.

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Gursel Saka
27 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka is an orthopedic and traumatology specialist who completed medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and a specialty education from the University of Health Sciences, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He has carried out successful surgeries in the fields of spine surgery, trauma surgery, arthroplasty, and pelvis-acetabulum surgery. He is currently serving patients in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Orthopedics and Traumatology Department.

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Akin Akakin
24 years of experience
Dr. Akin Akakin is a highly experienced Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, Turkey with over 20+ years of experience and expertise in a variety of areas including Far lateral disc surgery, Neurovascular surgery, Cerebrovascular diseases, Aneurysms, and more. He has a Doctorate Program from Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy, as well as published articles in conferences and journals.
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Our Discectomy Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Discectomy, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

Herniated disc surgery

This procedure involves removing the part of the disc that is pressing on the nerve, alleviating pain and discomfort.

Pros: Minimally invasive approach reduces recovery time. Effective pain relief in 85-90% of patients. Often performed as an outpatient procedure.
Cons: Potential for nerve damage or infection. 5-10% chance of disc herniation recurring. Not suitable for all cases.
Effectiveness: 85% success rate in relieving leg pain and improving function.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 4-6 weeks.
Best for: Patients with severe leg pain caused by lumbar disc herniation. Ideal for those unresponsive to conservative treatment.
Prices: Cost of Herniated disc surgery in Turkey from $5550

Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic

This procedure involves the surgical extraction of a herniated spinal disc, preceded by detailed diagnostic imaging to ensure precision.

Pros: Offers targeted relief with precise diagnostics, minimizing unnecessary tissue removal. Success rate of 85% in pain reduction.
Cons: Requires specialized imaging equipment and expertise, which might not be available in all facilities. Potential for longer preoperative preparation time.
Effectiveness: Over 90% success in improving leg pain caused by nerve compression.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Recovery: 4-6 weeks
Best for: Herniated lumbar discs causing leg pain and nerve compression. Ideal for patients with persistent symptoms.
Prices: Cost of Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic in Turkey from $2250