Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Pituitary Adenoma Surgery
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Brain tumor surgery
- Brain tumor removal
- Consultation with an anesthesiologist
- General anesthesia
- Medications
- Medical Examination for pre-operation
- Post-op medications
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Duration
- 8 days in the hospital
Accommodation
Hospitalization
Transport
Transfer airport-clinic-airport
Additional information
This procedure is performed using a minimally invasive endoscopic transnasal transsphenoidal approach for pituitary adenoma, avoiding external incisions and allowing faster recovery. The technique enables precise tumor removal while preserving normal pituitary tissue. The operation is performed in collaboration with endocrinology for perioperative hormonal evaluation and postoperative follow-up. Advanced microsurgical techniques and structured ICU monitoring ensure safe treatment, especially in patients with suspected acromegaly.
Included Services
Neurosurgery consultation and treatment planning
Endoscopic transnasal transsphenoidal pituitary surgery
Standard pathological examination
Anesthesia services
All surgical materials and medications
1 night intensive care unit (ICU) stay
7 days ward hospitalization
Accompanying person accommodation included
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
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.
His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.
Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Brain tumor surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey may cost around $35,000. The JCI-accredited hospital offers advanced neurosurgery with Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliation, providing American standards at lower costs. Prof. Dr. Serdar Kahraman leads the neurosurgery department with _doctor_7333_years_ of experience.
About the Procedure
The surgery uses a hybrid operating room with fluorescent microscope and neuronavigation. This helps surgeons remove tumors precisely while protecting healthy brain tissue. Patients stay 7 nights in the hospital, including 3 days in ICU.
What's Included
- Surgery with anesthesia and intraoperative monitoring
- 7 nights hospital stay for patient and one companion
- Pre-operative MRI and MR angiography
- Pathological examination of tumor tissue
- Airport transfers and interpreter services
Doctor Profile
Prof. Dr. Serdar Kahraman has led the neurosurgery department for over three decades. He specializes in complex brain tumor cases. The hospital follows a multidisciplinary approach with tumor board reviews for each patient.
Clinic Advantages
The medical center holds JCI accreditation since 2007. It ranks among the world's top 10 hospitals by MTQUA. The facility features advanced equipment like fluorescence-guided surgery systems.
Patients needing brain tumor treatment can request more details about the surgical program. The center offers a special package at $20,000 for eligible cases.
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