Skin / Areola / Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Breast cancer surgery
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
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
Breast cancer surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $20,500 for a comprehensive surgical package. The hospital's key advantage is its status as the first Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited facility in Turkey, ensuring high safety and quality standards. The oncology department follows international NCCN and ESMO treatment protocols.
The hospital offers two main surgical approaches. Organ-preserving breast surgery focuses on removing the tumor while keeping the breast's natural shape. This option typically runs around $11,000 and includes a sentinel lymph node biopsy and a one-night hospital stay.
The second option is a skin-sparing mastectomy with immediate implant placement. This procedure removes all breast tissue but preserves the skin for a better aesthetic result. This surgery costs around $20,000 and usually involves a two-night hospitalization. Both surgical packages include critical support services for international patients.
A special diagnostic package is available for around $4,000. It includes a PET-CT scan to check for cancer spread. The package also has a repeat pathology review with four biomarker tests and a breast and ovarian cancer gene panel.
Memorial Şişli Hospital uses advanced medical technology. Its radiotherapy department employs TrueBeam STx and IMRT equipment for precise treatment. Surgeons utilize minimally invasive techniques, including robotic surgery and laparoscopy.
Treatment planning is personalized. The final approach depends on diagnostic results. Some patients may have surgery first, followed by chemotherapy or targeted therapy. Others might receive drug therapy before their operation.
The support package for international patients is comprehensive. It covers VIP airport transfers and interpreter services during the hospital visit. Medical reports are translated into English, and a follow-up consultation after discharge is included.
To explore these surgical options and receive a personalized cost estimate, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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