Anadolu Medical Center
In Turkey, open heart surgery typically costs from AUD $11,535 to AUD $24,656. The final price depends on the surgical technique, the hospital tier, and whether the procedure is neonatal or adult. Patients save around 79% compared to Australia, where the average cost is AUD $85,069. High-performing clinics in Istanbul and Ankara generally include hospitalisation, ICU monitoring, and local transfers in their surgical packages.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing an Istanbul clinic with an on-site helipad and heavy ICU capacity often provides better value. Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital houses 51 ICU beds, ensuring immediate post-operative support is always available. Furthermore, surgeons like Dr. Ali Fedakar have performed over 4,000 surgeries, offering massive clinical experience at a fraction of Australian private system prices. Such high-volume hubs maintain lower costs through efficiency while keeping quality standards checked by JCI accreditation.
| Turkey | Thailand | South Korea | |
| Open heart surgery | from AUD $11,535 | from AUD $50,465 | from AUD $41,093 |
| Atrial septal defect surgery | from AUD $17,302 | from AUD $25,953 | from AUD $26,674 |
| Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery | from AUD $17,302 | from AUD $26,674 | - |
| Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery | from AUD $20,763 | from AUD $36,046 | - |
| Interventricular septal defect surgery | from AUD $25,953 | from AUD $25,953 | - |
Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a pediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk treats children for conditions like hernias, appendicitis, and congenital defects. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.
Professor Ali Fedakar has performed over 4,000 open heart surgeries and led eight heart transplant procedures as a primary surgeon. He currently treats patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has participated in approximately 3,000 cardiovascular cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in adult coronary artery disease and complex heart valve surgeries. Dr. Gencoglu previously served as clinical chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training Hospital. He practice at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul known for high safety standards.
Dr. Hasim Ustunsoy is a cardiac surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He pioneered robotic cardiac surgery using the Da Vinci system in Turkey. Dr. Ustunsoy specializes in valve repair and coronary artery bypass. He provides treatment for both adults and children with complex heart conditions.
When considering Open heart surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
This procedure involves repairing a hole in the atrial septum to improve heart function and prevent complications.
This procedure corrects heart defects present from birth, improving oxygen flow and overall cardiac function.
This cardiac operation involves repairing a hole in the septum between the heart's ventricles to improve blood flow and heart function.