Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinics Abroad — Page 7

Liv Hospital Vadistanbul maintains a formal collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital to provide specialised neurosurgical care for infants and children.

• Surgeons have performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures and 900+ brain tumour operations
• JCI and ISO accredited facility utilising intraoperative neuromonitoring and navigation systems
• Specialised treatments for Arnold-Chiari malformation, spina bifida, and complex hydrocephalus with adjustable shunts
• Utilises CyberKnife radiosurgery and microsurgical techniques for precise tumour resection
• Diagnostic suite includes 3T MRI, PET-CT, and dynamic CSF analysis on site

Estophia Hospital provides a dedicated paediatric neurosurgery programme for children and adults at its JCI-accredited facility. Doctors specialise in functional and stereotactic techniques for complex neurological conditions.

• Surgeons perform shunt implantation for hydrocephalus using antibiotic-covered systems to lower infection risks
• Chiari decompression surgery is available for posterior fossa issues including cranio-spinal malformations
• Treats skull base tumours and brain lesions with Gamma Knife and CyberKnife robotic radiosurgery
• Diagnostics include multi-parametric brain and spinal MRI with contrast for precise treatment planning
• All-inclusive care covers preoperative tests, hospital stays, and airport transfers

Emsey Hospital is Turkey's first Eurospine-certified Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence and holds JCI accreditation. The facility treats complex paediatric conditions including brain tumours, hydrocephalus, and spina bifida.

• Surgeons have performed 10,000+ spine procedures with expertise in the Mitrofanov technique
• Equipped with neuronavigation technology and Leksell Gamma Knife for non-invasive cranial procedures
• Diagnostic tools include 3 Tesla MRI, PET-CT, and DOTA PET-CT scans
• CyberKnife and neuronavigation available for precise tumour removal and spinal cord release
• Medical packages include airport transfers, interpreters, and hospital accommodation for companions

SALUSS Medical Group serves over 600 international patients annually across its Istanbul and Antalya centres, providing specialised neurosurgery for children.

• Treats paediatric patients from 52 countries with support before and after surgery
• Clinics are equipped for neurosurgical procedures alongside orthopaedic and heart treatments
• Interpreters and airport transfers included for families travelling from Australia
• Department follows international protocols for managing complex neurological conditions in infants and children

Avicenna International Hospital was ranked the 2nd best hospital in Istanbul by Clinicspots in 2023. The facility handles 175,000 patients annually and provides specialised neurosurgical care for both adults and children.

• JCI-accredited hospital serving many patients from Europe and the CIS
• Multi-specialty centre with dedicated neurosurgery and paediatric departments
• On-site diagnostic imaging and surgical suites for complex brain and spine cases
• Provides support for international families including airport transfers and interpreters

Ewha Womans University Medical Center is a JCI-accredited facility in Seoul specialising in neuro-oncology and minimally invasive surgical techniques. The centre focuses on microsurgical tumour resection for paediatric and adult cases within a dedicated neuro-oncology unit.

• Surgeons use small craniotomy approaches to minimise scarring and improve recovery times
• Diagnostic workup includes pre-operative MRI and CT scans for precise surgical planning
• Treatment packages include fourteen nights of hospitalisation and comprehensive post-surgery care
• Medical staff have professional affiliations with the Seoul Hospital Oncology Center