Data verified by Bookimed as of January 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 150 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2024–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.
Dr. Cahit Kural performs herniated disc surgery using a minimally invasive endoscopic or microscopic technique, a key factor for faster recovery. At the university hospital Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, his consistent 99.9% success rate is backed by over 900 such procedures. Priced at approximately $6,500, this all-inclusive package covers the 2-day hospital and 3-day hotel stay, VIP premium transfers, interpreter services, and accommodation for one companion throughout, removing travel barriers. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate and ISO accreditation, meeting global safety standards.
This minimally invasive microsurgical approach uses microscopic visualization for precise disc removal. Dr. Ertugrul Pinar, a neurosurgeon with 900+ herniated disc procedures, performs the surgery at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. The package costs around $3,880 and covers a neurosurgeon consultation and surgery, pre-operative tests, a 2-day hospital stay, and a 5-day hotel stay with airport transfers and an interpreter.
Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktas performs a minimally invasive microdiscectomy, using a microsurgical technique informed by comprehensive preoperative CT and MRI scans for precision. The package at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital costs around $6,500, covering the 3-day hospitalization, all imaging, and the first follow-up. The JCI-accredited clinic offers full coordination for international patients, including translation services and VIP transfers. Dr. Toktas brings 15+ years of neurosurgical experience and over 900 herniated disc procedures.
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Fast Facts about Herniated disc surgery
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.