Levent Kilickan

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Levent Kilickan, Anesthesiologist

Specialization: Anesthesiologist
32 years of experience
Speaks:
English, Turkish
Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Dr. Levent Kilickan is an anesthesiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He achieved full professorship at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Kilickan focuses on cardiovascular anesthesia and organ transplantation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.
- Specializes in intensive care and regional anesthesia.
- Completed medical residency at Istanbul Taksim Hospital.
- Treats patients at a clinic serving over 500,000 people annually.
- Experienced in complex anesthesia for major cardiovascular surgeries.

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Anonymous • Basic check-up

United States of America

Oct 26, 2026

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The physicians and staff were exceptional

If you're considering a medical check-up abroad, here’s my honest take. I traveled from the U.S. to Istanbul for a comprehensive medical examination at Hisar Hospital, arranged through Bookimed. The physicians and staff were exceptional. I found them professional and genuinely caring. On the other hand, the overall efficiency could be improved, particularly with appointment scheduling and the wait times between departments; better coordination would make the experience smoother. Despite the delays, the quality of care and affordability made it worthwhile, and I received valuable insight into my health at a fraction of the U.S. cost.

I recently traveled from the U.S. to Istanbul for a comprehensive medical examination at Hisar Hospital, arranged through Bookimed. The physicians and medical staff were exceptional—professional, thorough, attentive, and genuinely caring. Although there were some scheduling delays and opportunities to improve efficiency, the quality of care and affordability made the experience worthwhile. I received valuable insight into my health at a fraction of what similar care would cost in the U.S. I'm grateful to Bookimed for helping coordinate my visit and to Hisar Hospital for the excellent medical care. I would absolutely recommend both to anyone considering medical tourism!

The overall efficiency could be improved, particularly with appointment scheduling, wait times between departments, and communication throughout the process. Better coordination would make the experience smoother and less time-consuming for patients.

Ilona • Basic check-up

Germany

Oct 26, 2026

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Anonymous • PET-CT with Gallium 68(PSMA)

Turkey

Oct 3, 2026

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I can confirm that this part of my medical journey was managed with thorough competence

My primary concern before traveling for a PET-CT with Gallium 68 was the logistical side of things and whether every step would be clearly explained and executed in a new medical system. These worries proved to be entirely unfounded. The entire process was managed with clear and direct communication from the staff and the surgeon, which made a significant difference. The clinic's organization was evident. Everything was handled systematically, and each stage of the diagnostic procedure was laid out for me beforehand, so there were no surprises. The approach was very professional. but I can confirm that this part of my medical journey was managed with thorough competence.

Anonymous • Liposuction

Germany

Oct 10, 2026

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Anonymous • Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate

Sep 26, 2026

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The care I received on-site was excellent

The most important thing for future patients to know is to be prepared for new realities. I came ready for a laser enucleation operation for my medium-sized prostate, but I ended up undergoing a steam ablation procedure instead after my consultation. My surgeon was very good. He clearly explained the urination improvement timeline, which was quite reassuring as I begin my recovery. Although there has been little contact from the clinic since I left, the care I received on-site was excellent. My main advice is to go in with an open mind, as your final treatment plan might be different from what you initially expected.

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Prof. Dr. Levent Kılıçkan, MD

Professor of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul, Türkiye

Prof. Dr. Levent Kılıçkan is a senior Anesthesiology and Reanimation Specialist with extensive clinical and academic experience in anesthesia, critical care, and perioperative medicine.

Born in 1966, he graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. He completed his specialization training in Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Istanbul Taksim Hospital in 1994.

He subsequently pursued an academic career at Kocaeli University, completing his associate professorship in 2001 and attaining the rank of Professor in 2006.

Throughout his academic and clinical career, Prof. Dr. Kılıçkan has worked at major university and private healthcare institutions in Türkiye. His main areas of clinical expertise include intensive care, regional anesthesia, organ transplantation anesthesia, and cardiovascular anesthesia.

He has also participated in numerous national and international professional meetings and academic activities.

Areas of Clinical Expertise

Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Intensive Care Medicine
Regional Anesthesia
Cardiovascular Anesthesia
Anesthesia for Organ Transplantation
Perioperative Anesthetic Management
Critical Care and Reanimation

Education & Academic Career

Medical Degree
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
1989

Specialization in Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Istanbul Taksim Hospital, Türkiye
1994

Associate Professorship in Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Kocaeli University Medical Faculty Hospital, Türkiye
2001

Professorship in Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
2006

Professional Experience

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul, Türkiye
Professor of Anesthesiology and Reanimation

Acıbadem Aile Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye
Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
2009–2015

Istanbul Bilim University
Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
2006–2009

Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
1996–2006

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
1995–1996

Clinical Areas of Interest

Intensive Care

Clinical management of critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring, organ support, and advanced reanimation care.

Regional Anesthesia

Application of regional anesthesia techniques as part of perioperative pain management and surgical anesthesia.

Cardiovascular Anesthesia

Anesthetic management of patients undergoing cardiovascular surgical procedures, with emphasis on perioperative hemodynamic management and critical care.

Organ Transplantation

Perioperative anesthetic and critical care management of patients undergoing organ transplantation procedures.

Levent Kilickan, Anesthesiologist

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Prof. Dr. Levent Kılıçkan, MD

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Clinical Areas of Interest

Intensive Care

Regional Anesthesia

Cardiovascular Anesthesia

Organ Transplantation

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