Open Heart Surgery Clinics in Turkey — Page 3

Estophia Hospital provides specialised surgery for complex congenital conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot at dedicated paediatric cardiovascular departments. The surgery costs around A$31,000 for a comprehensive package. This price typically covers surgeon fees, anaesthetic, theatre charges, and all pre-operative tests. It includes an extended hospital stay of 10 to 15 days plus several nights in intensive care for monitoring. Airport and hotel transfers are also part of the service. Specialist surgeons perform total repair and pulmonary artery augmentation using digital cardiac infrastructure and modern monitoring systems.

Emsey Hospital was the first in Turkey to receive the International Health Tourism Authorization certificate. This A+ class hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting global patient safety standards. Open heart surgery costs around A$30,800. This package covers the surgeon fees, anaesthetic, theatre costs, and pre-operative tests. It also includes 20 days of hospitalisation with nursing care and medications. Dr Mustafa Avşar leads cardiac cases at the centre. The hospital provides airport transfers and interpreters to assist Australian patients throughout their stay.

Private Koru Ankara Hospital is JCI accredited, meeting international safety standards. It treats 350,000 patients annually and holds a 42,000 sq m facility with 13 operating rooms. The centre has a Da Vinci robotic surgical system and a dedicated Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre on-site. Their International Patient Relations Department has served patients from 62 countries, with 24/7 multilingual support and complimentary airport transfers.

Medipol Bahçelievler is JCI-accredited and opened in 2022 as the group's second-largest hospital. It has 14 operating rooms and advanced cardiac imaging. Open heart surgery there may cost around A$11,200–A$16,800. Dr Faruk Hokenek specialises in coronary bypass and valve repair. The hospital treats 600,000 patients annually and has multilingual support for international visitors.

Biruni University Hospital is a TEMOS-accredited university centre on a new 80,000 m² campus with 15 operating rooms. Prof Dr Murat Ugurlucan leads the cardiac programme and trained at King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia, with a research fellowship at University of Rostock. He specialises in complex congenital heart defect repairs and coronary bypass surgery. The hospital has a regular flow of Australian patients.

Istanbul Okan University Hospital holds an International Health Tourism Authorisation Certificate and treats over 110,000 patients annually. Its 250-bed facility has 10 operating theatres and an on-site research centre, suitable for major cardiac procedures. The hospital's location near Istanbul International Airport reduces travel fatigue for Australians. ISO certification and Turkish Medical Association accreditation provide recognised quality assurance.

Acibadem Altunizade Clinic holds JCI accreditation and LEED Platinum certification for its eco-friendly building. It meets international quality and safety standards.

• ISO 9001 certified for quality management systems.
• LEED Platinum – the highest level for energy efficiency and sustainable design.
• Located in Istanbul, the clinic serves international patients in a modern setting.

Risus Clinic Istanbul is GHA accredited – meeting international healthcare quality standards. Its all-inclusive packages cover surgery, accommodation, and VIP transfers, avoiding hidden costs. Over 350 international patients are treated there annually, ensuring smooth care for adults travelling from abroad. The clinic's board-certified cardiac specialists manage complex procedures.

Prof Dr Cenap Zeybek leads the paediatric cardiology team, specialising in complex open heart surgery for children. He is a Professor of Pediatric Cardiology and fellowship-trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital. The private Uniqacare Clinic serves 433,000 patients annually and is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association. It welcomes a regular flow of Australian patients and has 39 specialists across 23 on-site departments.

EKOL International Hospitals is a multispecialty hospital in İzmir treating 500,000 patients annually. It holds ISO certification and the Turkish government's International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

• 100 physicians on staff.
• 25 medical departments covering a broad range of specialties.
• Accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.