Pneumonectomy Surgery (VATS)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Pneumonectomy
Duration
24/7 Bookimed assistance
- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Program price
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım is a thoracic surgeon with Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification (2003). He is also a member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons (FETCS). Dr. Yıldırım completed fellowships at several international centers. At the Toronto Lung Transplant Program, he took part in 85 recipient surgeries and nearly 100 donor organ procurements.
Dr. Yıldırım wrote Turkey’s first overseas clinical publication on lung transplantation. He has presented at 37 international and 19 national congresses. He serves as a reviewer for leading journals and holds four patents in biomedical engineering. His areas of expertise include lung cancer, chest wall tumors, mesothelioma, benign lung diseases, and advanced chest wall deformity surgeries.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Pneumonectomy consultation is available at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul, Turkey. The initial consultation with thoracic surgeon Assoc. Prof. Erkan Yildirim may cost around $130. The hospital holds JCI accreditation, ensuring international safety standards for patients.
About the Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Erkan Yildirim is a certified thoracic surgeon with Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification. He specializes in lung-related surgical procedures including pneumonectomy.
Diagnostic Package
The diagnostic process includes:
- Thoracic surgeon consultation - $130
- Thorax CT scan with contrast - $450
Hospital Features
Hisar Hospital provides multilingual support with free translation services. Airport transfers and accommodation arrangements are included for international patients. The facility follows strict international protocols for thoracic surgeries.
For patients considering pneumonectomy, starting with a specialist consultation and proper diagnostics is recommended. Contact the clinic to discuss your specific case.
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