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Ento Surgical Medical Center is a private multi-specialty clinic in İzmir with over 23 years of experience. It specializes in ENT, dental treatment, plastic surgery, and maxillofacial surgery. The clinic reports high success rates in cochlear implants and rhinoplasty.
SALUSS Medical Group offers skin grafting with transparent pricing at around $3,530 – covering surgery, 1 night stay, transfers, medications, and follow-up controls. The all-inclusive package includes pre-op tests, K-wire removal after 3 weeks, and 24/7 support. The clinic holds National Healthcare Accreditation and provides translation services for international patients.
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Mono Medical Center is a dedicated hair transplant clinic in Göktürk, near Istanbul, established in 2005. It specializes exclusively in hair transplantation using FUE and DHI techniques.
Dr. Fatih Irmak Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Center is a private clinic in Istanbul devoted to plastic cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. It is led by Dr. Fatih Irmak, a specialist certified by the European Board of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Fatih Irmak Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Center is a private clinic in Istanbul devoted to plastic cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. It is led by Dr. Fatih Irmak, a specialist certified by the European Board of Plastic Surgery.
Egemed Hospitals treats 100,000 patients each year at 12 polyclinics in İzmir. It focuses on bariatric surgery, obesity treatment, and plastic surgery. International patients get 24/7 support.
Egemed Hospitals treats 100,000 patients each year at 12 polyclinics in İzmir. It focuses on bariatric surgery, obesity treatment, and plastic surgery. International patients get 24/7 support.
Gözde International Hospitals is a group of 7 hospitals serving 1.8 million patients each year. Three of its hospitals focus solely on international care. Core specialties include oncology, orthopedics, obesity treatment, hair transplants, and aesthetic plastic surgery.
Gözde International Hospitals is a group of 7 hospitals serving 1.8 million patients each year. Three of its hospitals focus solely on international care. Core specialties include oncology, orthopedics, obesity treatment, hair transplants, and aesthetic plastic surgery.
Estemita Aesthetics Clinic is a single-doctor practice in Antalya handling 4,000 patients each year. Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk leads the clinic, which focuses on aesthetic medicine.
Estemita Aesthetics Clinic is a single-doctor practice in Antalya handling 4,000 patients each year. Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk leads the clinic, which focuses on aesthetic medicine.
Op. Dr. Serif Yavuz's Private Practice is a plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul with a focus on natural-looking results. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Op. Dr. Serif Yavuz's Private Practice is a plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul with a focus on natural-looking results. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Esthetic Hospital is a private multispecialty center in Istanbul with patient-voted awards for plastic surgery. Its main specialties include plastic surgery, dental treatment, and general surgery. Certified by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
Esthetic Hospital is a private multispecialty center in Istanbul with patient-voted awards for plastic surgery. Its main specialties include plastic surgery, dental treatment, and general surgery. Certified by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
Dr. Omer Faruk Deveci's Private Practice is an ISAPS-accredited plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul. It specializes in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine. The clinic treats patients from Europe, the CIS region, and the United States.
Dr. Omer Faruk Deveci's Private Practice is an ISAPS-accredited plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul. It specializes in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine. The clinic treats patients from Europe, the CIS region, and the United States.
Dr. Besir Oner specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital – Turkey's first JCI-accredited facility with a 4.7/5 rating from 4,500+ reviews. The buttock lift package typically costs around $4,900, covering surgery, anesthesia, 1 night hospital stay, pre-op tests, transfers, and interpreter services. The hospital maintains ISO 15189 and LEED Platinum certifications, ensuring international standards.
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The doctor is an experienced plastic surgeon with over three decades of practice. Certified by both the Turkish and European boards of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, the doctor specializes in a wide variety of procedures, including breast surgeries, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and face lifts.
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Dr. Bekir Zafer Akad specializes in the surgical and later treatment of moles, skin cancers, and extensive wounds at Egemed Hospitals.
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Egemed Hospitals treats 100,000 patients each year at 12 polyclinics in İzmir. It focuses on bariatric surgery, obesity treatment, and plastic surgery. International patients get 24/7 support.
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Dr. Şerif Yavuz is a plastic surgeon at his private practice in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Yavuz specialized in reconstructive and aesthetic surgeries at Abant Izzet Baysal University. He also completed microsurgery training at the University of Zurich.
Op. Dr. Serif Yavuz's Private Practice is a plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul with a focus on natural-looking results. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Dr. Ömer Faruk Deveci trained in Miami and Seattle, specializing in complex skin reconstructions.
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Dr. Omer Faruk Deveci's Private Practice is an ISAPS-accredited plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul. It specializes in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine. The clinic treats patients from Europe, the CIS region, and the United States.
Dr. Denizhan Ozkaya is a distinguished ENT specialist and co-founder of Ento Surgical Medical Center in İzmir. He specializes in rhinoplasty, sinus surgery, and sleep apnea treatment. Dr. Ozkaya provides care for international patients and is fluent in English and Turkish.
Ento Surgical Medical Center is a private multi-specialty clinic in İzmir with over 23 years of experience. It specializes in ENT, dental treatment, plastic surgery, and maxillofacial surgery. The clinic reports high success rates in cochlear implants and rhinoplasty.
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| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| 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 |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
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.
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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.
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