Temporal Lobectomy (Total, Mesial or Lateral)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Surgical treatment of epilepsy
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
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About the clinic
Surgical treatment of epilepsy is available at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around $27,000 for vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) implantation or $17,500 for right frontal lobe resection. The hospital is JCI-accredited and led by Prof. Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktas, a neurosurgeon with 17 years of experience and 1,100+ procedures performed.
Treatment Options
Patients receive personalized epilepsy treatment plans. The two main surgical approaches are:
- Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) implantation - involves placing a small device under the skin to send signals to the brain
- Frontal lobe resection - removes the specific brain area causing seizures
Diagnostics and Preparation
Before surgery, patients complete thorough testing:
- Brain MRI with 1mm slices using epilepsy protocol
- Sleep EEG to identify seizure focus
- Neurology consultation to determine the best approach
Hospital Stay and Recovery
The standard package includes 7 days of hospitalization. Patients receive:
- Pre-op MRI and EEG
- Surgery with the VNS device or resection
- Post-op monitoring by neurologists
- VIP transfers and Russian-speaking translator services
Why Choose This Hospital
Memorial Ataşehir Hospital offers specialized epilepsy care. The neurosurgery department follows international standards with modern equipment. Prof. Toktas has extensive experience in complex brain surgeries. The all-inclusive package simplifies treatment planning for international patients.
Contact the hospital to discuss your specific case and receive a personalized treatment plan.
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