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Dr. Abdullah Ozkaya is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and laser eye procedures. Dr. Ozkaya has published over 80 articles in international journals. His surgical research has earned more than 500 citations from other medical experts. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high surgical success rates.
Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is a radiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic radiology, teleradiology, and interventional radiology. Dr. Aksoy previously held an Assistant Professorship at the Istanbul University Radiology Department. He has contributed to 13 medical congresses with numerous oral and written presentations.
Dr. Faruk Eroglu is an ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 argon laser procedures. Dr. Eroglu specializes in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, and excimer laser therapy. He trained at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine. His practice focuses on diabetes-related yellow spot treatment and refractive surgery.
Dr. Omer Kamil Dogan is a senior ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in cornea transplantation and corneal diseases. Dr. Dogan currently heads the Ophthalmology Department at Hisar Hospital. He holds a professorship from Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine.
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.
| Currency | lira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros) |
| 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 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.
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.
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.
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: