Diagnostic Laparoscopy (General Surgery)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Diagnostic laparoscopy
Duration
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- 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
Dr. Mert Tanal is a General Surgery Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital (2024–present). He previously worked at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital (2023–2024) and Tekirdağ Dr. İsmail Fehmi Cumalıoğlu City Hospital (2021–2023). He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Health Sciences Şişli Hamidiye Etfal (2016–2021). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (2009–2015).
He holds the European Board of Surgery Qualification in General Surgery (2022). He took the Turkish Surgical Society Proficiency Exam (2021). He has published 28 articles in international indexed journals and 10 in national peer-reviewed journals. He has 46 conference presentations and posters.
He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, ESSO, EAES, and the American College of Surgeons. His training includes IRCAD Robotic Surgery in Strasbourg (2022) and SENATURK Breast Surgery (2020–2021).
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Diagnostic laparoscopy at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $3,900. This minimally invasive procedure helps diagnose abdominal conditions with Prof. Dr. Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar, an 18-year experienced surgeon trained at Cleveland Clinic.
About the Procedure
Diagnostic laparoscopy examines abdominal organs through small incisions. It uses a camera-equipped tube for internal visualization. The procedure typically requires 3 nights of hospital stay.
Package Includes
- Surgery and anesthesia
- 3 nights hospital stay
- Consultation
- Pre-op tests (abdominal contrast MRI)
- Airport-hospital transfers
- Interpreter services
About the Surgeon
Prof. Bayraktar specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. She has performed over 900 procedures and holds European Board of Coloproctology certification. Her training includes fellowships in Germany and the United States.
Clinic Advantages
Memorial Şişli is Turkey's first JCI-accredited hospital. It maintains a 4.6 patient rating from 311 reviews. The facility follows international safety standards.
Patients may choose between two options: a $3,200 operation-only package or a $3,900 comprehensive package. Recovery typically allows mobility within 24-48 hours. Consider contacting the hospital for personalized consultation.
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