Oncology treatment
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Frequently asked questions

What is the level of qualification of oncology doctors in Turkey?
What innovative methods and technologies are used in the treatment of oncology?

Turkish clinics widely use innovative methods and advanced technologies to treat cancer. Among them:

  1. Surgical ablation and minimally invasive interventions - allow tumours to be removed with minimal damage to surrounding tissues.
  2. Radiation therapy and radiation oncology - state-of-the-art machines for precise irradiation of malignant tumours, including the TrueBeam Medical System.
  3. Chemotherapy and Targeted Therapy - effectively targeting cancer cells with minimal side effects.
  4. Immunotherapy - using the latest drugs to activate the immune system to fight cancer.
  5. PET-CT and MRI - high-precision imaging techniques to diagnose and monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
  6. Genetic research - analysing mutations and predisposition to cancer, allowing individualised treatment plans to be developed.
  7. Radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation - minimally invasive methods for destroying cancerous tissue, including using the CyberKnife radiosurgery system
  8. Robotic surgeries using the da Vinci robot (da Vinci), an assisted surgical system.
What is the average length of treatment and possible recovery in Turkish clinics?

The average treatment and recovery time depends on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the treatment method chosen. For some patients, treatment may involve several cycles of chemotherapy or radiotherapy, which takes several weeks to several months. In cases requiring surgery, recovery may take from a few days to a few weeks. Turkish hospitals offer a full range of services, including rehabilitation and support programmes, to help patients return to normal life more quickly.

Do the clinics have support and rehabilitation programmes for cancer patients?

Yes, most Turkish hospitals offer special support and rehabilitation programmes for cancer patients. These programmes include psychological support, nutritional counselling, physiotherapy and rehabilitation procedures. Special attention is given to patients who have undergone severe interventions or are undergoing long-term treatment such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Support groups are also available for patients and their families to help them cope with the emotional and psychological problems associated with illness.

What documents and medical information do I need to provide in order to receive treatment?

To receive treatment in Turkish clinics, patients need to provide the following documents:

  1. Medical history - a detailed description of the disease, including previous diagnoses and test results.
  2. Diagnostic results - data from CT, MRI, PET-CT, biopsy and other examinations.
  3. Laboratory analyses - data from blood, urine and other necessary tests.
  4. Medical reports - recommendations and prescriptions from treating physicians in your country.

Additional documents may be required to accurately assess the patient's condition and develop an individualised treatment plan. Leave your phone number and our consultant will provide a list of the required data, taking into account your situation: from initial dispatch to treatment and travel plans.

 

We will arrange a consultation if you need to clarify any points. Based on the results of the processing of the documents and on the diagnosis, our specialists will select a clinic and a doctor.

What measures are in place to ensure the safety and quality control of treatment?

Turkish clinics adhere to international standards of safety and quality of medical services. All medical centres undergo regular inspections and accreditations, which confirms the high level of medical care. The clinics have quality control commissions that monitor compliance with treatment protocols and ensure patient safety. Only certified medical products and equipment are used, and procedures are carried out under the strict supervision of experienced specialists.

How do I pay for treatment and what payment options are available?

Payment for treatment in Turkish clinics can be made in several ways:

  1. Cash or bank transfer.
  2. Credit cards - most clinics accept major international cards.
  3. Insurance - some clinics work with international insurance companies, which may cover some or all of the cost of treatment.
  4. Special programmes and grants - in some cases it is possible to receive assistance from charitable organisations.

The transfer is made directly to the clinic's account.

Patients receive a detailed estimate for treatment before the start of procedures, which allows for accurate planning of costs.

Is it possible to get a second opinion from Turkish specialists before starting treatment?

Meddays specialists will organise an online consultation for you to get a second opinion and answers on diagnosis and treatment.
For this, you will need to provide documents: all available medical data such as test results, diagnostics and doctor's reports. We will translate them into Turkish, personally select a clinic and transfer the documents to a doctor with specialisation.
The doctor analyses the data and provides treatment recommendations, after which you can get an online consultation.
After payment and organisational issues are resolved, we arrange an online call with the doctor with a translator.

Why do we choose Тurkey for cancer treatment?

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JCI-accredited hospitals

JCI accreditation is an assessment of a healthcare facility's compliance with established and internationally recognised standards. It aims to improve the quality of patient care and medical services. Turkey ranks second in the world in terms of the number of hospitals accredited by this organisation.

Quality medicine and advanced treatment methods

Turkey is one of the countries where health care is taken very seriously. The American-European standards of treatment and examination are applied here, which is a guarantee of quality and safety. Thanks to advanced technologies and qualified personnel, the effectiveness of treatment procedures is very high in Turkey.

A favourable quality/price ratio

The cost of medical services in Turkey is 30-40% lower than in Europe, the USA or Israel. At the same time, the quality of medical care remains at a high level. Turkey's clinics offer favourable packages of comprehensive services and convenient price offers. Many Turkish hospitals work under the ‘all-inclusive’ system

Convenient geographical location

Due to its unique and convenient geographical location, Turkey is the crossroads of two continents bordering Europe, Asia and Central Asia. It is easily and quickly accessible by direct flight from most countries. Turkey is accessible to many foreign patients without the need for a visa

Possibility to combine recreation and treatment

Turkey is an ideal option for recovery combined with a pleasant holiday. After the necessary course of treatment and rehabilitation, patients can visit excursions, see the country's sights and spend time by the sea. Also take time for shopping

Modern equipment and innovative treatment technologies

Most clinics and medical centres are equipped with high quality equipment and use the latest treatment technologies. Diagnostic and treatment procedures are carried out with care and precision

A highly qualified team of doctors

The best hospitals in Turkey have experienced staff and specialists who have performed thousands of operations. All doctors have professional liability insurance. All procedures and coordination related to health tourism are controlled by the Ministry of Health in accordance with the law. Due to which it is possible to get a qualified diagnosis resolution in a short period of time

High level of service

International patients are provided with:

  • Free transfer;
  • Accommodation of relatives for the period of treatment;
  • 24-hour interpreter;
  • Assistance in drawing up all necessary documents in native and Turkish languages;
  • Comfortable rooms with all amenities

Available medications and the right treatment protocol

Turkey has very high quality medicines that can be counterfeited with a prison sentence of 25 years. There are much more drugs registered for immune and targeted therapy (more than 70 types). Specialists are able to select a drug for each patient individually. In doing so, they take into account all the features of a particular disease

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ACIBADEM

Acibadem

Acibadem (Ajibadem) network of clinics, which, due to their high quality and highly professional level of medicine, occupy a leading position among other medical centres and are in great demand among patients. It is worth noting that the main areas of the clinics are oncology, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, sports medicine, gynaecology and other areas of medicine, in which Acibadem works confidently and qualitatively.

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Liv Hospital

The clinic specialises in oncology, orthopaedics, plastic surgery, body check-up, stem cell therapy and neurosurgery.

Liv Hospital is a premium-class medical centre. Doctors perform surgeries using modern technological developments: da Vinci robotic surgeon, Versa HD device, MAKOplasty system.
The hospital is an official partner of Istanbul football clubs Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe.
The centre is chosen by 50,000 foreign patients every year.

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Anadolu Medical Center

Hospital specialisation is oncology, oncohematology, bone marrow transplantation, neurosurgery, urology, check-up, gynaecology and IVF

Anadolu Medical Centre is the leading multidisciplinary hospital in Turkey. It was established and operates with the support of Johns Hopkins Medicine in the USA. Thanks to this, treatment at Anadolu is carried out according to American standards with the use of the latest methods and technologies.
The clinic has received OECI, ESMO certificates and the Planetree award for the high quality of medical care and service.

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Florence Nightingale İstanbul

The network has its own Vocational Training Committee, which checks the qualifications of medical staff when they are hired.

Florence Nightingale Network started its work in 1989. Now the network consists of 6 medical centres.
Most of the doctors who work in Florence Nightingale medical centres are both licensed by the Turkish Medical Council and certified by the Medical Councils of the USA, Europe and Australia.

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BIRUNI

The clinic specialises in cardiology, neurology and neurosurgery, treatment of oncology, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, a modern rehabilitation centre, and more.

BIRUNI University Hospital is an innovative, multidisciplinary treatment centre in the European part of Istanbul. The 10-storey building has an experienced medical staff of about 500 highly qualified employees, 100 of whom are specialised doctors.
BIRUNI Clinic combines modern treatment technologies and comfortable conditions for patients.

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Medicana

A network of multidisciplinary private clinics that includes 12 hospitals in 6 cities in Turkey.

For many years Medicana Hospitals has been a leader among private Turkish hospitals due to its quality service, error-free treatment, as well as due to continuous improvement in the methods of treatment and diagnosis of the most complex diseases.
The doctors annually improve their qualifications by taking various internships, courses and seminars in leading medical centres in Europe and North America.

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BHT clinic İstanbul Tema Hospital

BHT clinic İstanbul Tema Hospital, which combines a quarter of a century of knowledge and experience.

BAHAT HEALTHCAR GRUP with academic staff, technological equipment and patient-centred, employee-centred approach, has a vision of excellence and trust in healthcare. Based on this vision, the hospital, providing services according to international quality standards, has opened its doors in Istanbul, with a mission to become a global brand in healthcare.

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Medipol

Medipol University Hospital is the largest multidisciplinary complex in Turkey, consisting of 4 hospitals. The centre receives patients from all over the world and provides services according to JCI standards.

Around 1,200 patients are seen here  daily. The clinic is equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system, Gamma Knife and CyberKnife systems.
Medipol doctors specialise in the treatment of cancer, neurological, cardiovascular diseases.
The clinic also performs organ transplants, bone marrow transplants and in vitro fertilisation. The hospital is also equipped with new-generation equipment that allows simultaneous surgeries to be performed in 25 operating theatres at the same time.

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Koc University Hospital

Koç University Hospital was founded in 2014 in Istanbul and is part of the Vehbi Koç Foundation

The 250,000-square-metre centre  is employed by  more than 3,000 people, it has 404 hospitalisation and 73 intensive care rooms, 13 operating theatres and 14 treatment rooms. Every year, 70,000 patients are treated here, among them about 1,500 foreigners.
The hospital is multidisciplinary and treats all major medical specialities. Oncology, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, neurosurgery and orthopaedics are considered priority areas.

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