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Spina Bifida surgery in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why choose Turkey for spina bifida surgery?

  • Accredited clinics: JCI-certified hospitals and centers accredited by Turkey’s Ministry of Health provide top-quality care.
  • Latest technologies: Techniques such as fetoscopic and open fetal surgery are employed. Leading facilities like İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa are at the forefront.
  • High success rates: Spina bifida surgeries in Turkey have demonstrated an efficacy rate of 80-90%. They effectively prevent hydrocephalus and motor function issues after birth.
  • Expert surgeons: Renowned specialists, including those at Memorial Bahçelievler, possess extensive experience in fetal surgery. They are supported by multidisciplinary teams of pediatric neurosurgeons, perinatologists, and neonatologists.

Access advanced Spina Bifida surgery solutions in trusted clinics from $85,000.

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How Much Does Spina Bifida surgery Cost in Turkey?

The average price of Spina Bifida surgery in Turkey is $72,250, the minimum price is $59,500, and the maximum price is $85,000.
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Spina Bifida surgeryfrom  $85,000-from  $34,137
Fetal surgery for spina bifidafrom  $6,500--

Our Spina Bifida surgery Packages in Turkey February 2025

Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Ibrahim Alatas

30 years of experience
  • Technique: fetal surgery for spina bifida.
  • Dr. Ibrahim Alatas received "The Best Presentation Award" for research in spina bifida at a national congress.
  • Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital is a Center of Excellence in fetal surgery for spina bifida, attracting patients from Europe and the CIS.
  • Included services: consultation with a surgeon, hospitalization, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Hospital stay: 21 days (included in the price).
  • Transfer: included.

Discover the Best Spina Bifida surgery Clinics in Turkey: 31 Verified Options and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.

Memorial Şişli Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul. It is the 1st hospital in Turkeу and the 21st in the world accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) for the high quality of treatment.

Memorial Şişli specialties are the following: oncology, bone marrow transplant, in vitro fertilization (IVF), neurosurgery, weight loss surgery, including gastric lap banding, and organ transplant. The success rate of organ transplant at Memorial is 90%.

Patients from 92 countries choose Memorial Şişli for treatment annually.

4.6310 reviews
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Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.

The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.

4.6114 reviews
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Medipol Mega University Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Medipol University Hospital is one of the largest multi-specialty medical institution in Turkey. Daily, over 1,200 patients trust their health to Medipol's experts. The hospital is equipped with advanced technologies, i.e, Da Vinci Surgical System, Cyber and Gamma Knives. Doctors specialize in cancer, neurological, and cardiovascular treatment. Organ transplantation, bone marrow transplant and IVF are among key specialties of the hospital.

4.5464 reviews
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Liv Hospital Ulus

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Liv Hospital Ulus is a multi-specialized medical center located in Istanbul.

Orthopedics, cancer treatment, weight loss surgery, neurosurgery, heart surgery and regenerative medicine are the leading specialties in the hospital.

Liv is a smart hospital with innovative medical technologies available: da Vinci robot-assisted system for the surgeries, MAKOplasty for knee replacement, YAG Laser for vascular surgery, virtual angiography for cardiac diagnostics, etc.

Liv Hospital in Istanbul is a popular weight loss surgery clinic in Turkey — patients lose 71% of their excess weight in a year.

4.5224 reviews
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Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Memorial Atasehir Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Istanbul which belongs to the large Memorial Healthcare Group. The Memorial Atasehir specialties are organ transplant (with 99.5% success rate for liver and 99% for kidney), in vitro fertilization (65% success rate), oncology, cardio- and neurosurgery.

The hospital has Joint Commission International (JCI) certificate for the compliance with international treatment standards, quality, and safety. JCI is a global organization that controls the quality of medical services worldwide.

4.450 reviews
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Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :

Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex is a multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. The team dedicates itself to multiple fields, including cancer treatment, genetics, in vitro fertilization, hair transplants, cardiac surgery, and aesthetic surgery. With over 150 doctors and nearly 1,000 staff members, Medical Park Göztepe Hospital provides healthcare services to both Turkish and international patients. The hospital partners with national and international insurance companies.

4.224 reviews
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Private Medicabil Hospital

Turkey, Bursa
Clinic is certified :

Private Medicabil Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Bursa, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, orthopedics, weight loss surgery, and medical check-ups. Among the clinic's achievements are the success rates:

  • 99,9% for hip replacement;
  • 99,9% for MAKOplasty total hip replacement;
  • 99,9% for total knee replacement (arthroplasty) revision.

Private Medicabil Hospital serves both adults and children. 215508 patients choose Private Medicabil Hospital to get medical care every year. Patients from the Balkans, Arab League states, and Russian-speaking countries visit the clinic most often.

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Spina Bifida surgery Overview in Turkey

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85%
Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 30 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 272
Bookimed fees - $0

Our Doctors

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Gursel Saka
28 years of experience
  • Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in Spina Bifida surgery with innovative techniques.
  • Utilizes cutting-edge methods: prenatal repair, fetal surgery, and neurosurgical interventions.
  • International practice in Europe and the Middle East enhances his expertise.
  • Accredited by the Turkish Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.
  • Member of the Turkish Spine Society, promoting advanced spinal care.
  • Offers online consultations for Spina Bifida management and follow-up.
  • Fluent in English and Turkish, aiding communication with diverse patients.
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Selman Dogan
19 years of experience
  • Dr. Selman Dogan performs advanced Spina Bifida surgery.
  • Uses innovative methods: fetal surgery, neurosurgical repair, and shunt placement.
  • International training includes Turkey and potential training in other countries.
  • Holds certifications in Orthopedics and Traumatology.
  • Member of prestigious medical associations in orthopedics.
  • Offers remote consultations for Spina Bifida patients.
  • Fluent in multiple languages, including Turkish (native).
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Erkam Komurcu
21 years of experience
  • Dr. Erkam Komurcu specializes in Spina Bifida surgery and advanced spinal treatments.
  • Performs innovative techniques: fetal surgery, minimally invasive repair, and neurosurgical interventions.
  • International practice in the United States (UCLA Spine Center) and Turkey, enhancing his expertise.
  • Holds a Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology –Training Council (TOTEK) – BOARD certificate since 2010.
  • Member of Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Spine Surgery Branch.
  • Offers online consultations for Spina Bifida care and surgical planning.
  • Fluent in Turkish and knowledgeable in English, facilitating communication with a diverse patient base.
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Sait Ozturk
25 years of experience
Dr. Sait Ozturk is an Associate Professor and a Neurosurgeon who specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery (DBS) and brain pacemaker surgery. He has successfully performed these highly specialized and technologically advanced surgeries at a limited number of centers around the world. Dr. Ozturk also performs Discectomy, Spina Bifid surgery, Laminectomy, Herniated disc surgery, Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic, and Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion.

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FAQ about Spina Bifida surgery in Turkey

What is the level of medicine in Turkey?

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.

What should you know about Turkey before the trip?

Currencylira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros)
Best period for the tripMay-October
LanguageTurkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
Visais not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit
Time difference with Europe3 hours
Time difference with the USA8 hours
CapitalAnkara
Medical tourism centerIstanbul
Popular resortsAlanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris

What hotel services are provided here?

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.

When is the best time to travel to Turkey?

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.

Do I need a visa?

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.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Turkey for treatment?

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:

  • ID card
  • confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
  • certificate of income and availability of funds ($50 per day per person)
  • insurance policy for a stay in Turkey (original and copy)
  • 2 photos (5x6)
  • visa receipt
  • booking of flight and hotel
  • medical opinion about the need for treatment.
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