Oncology Clinics Abroad — Page 6

Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital is a private medical facility in Ankara. It treats around 10,000 patients annually.

• Operates 33 specialized departments.
• Staffed by a team of 50 physicians.

This Istanbul clinic specialises in gynaecological oncology, performing 2,500+ procedures every year for a global patient base. The surgical department handles complex cases like ovarian cancer through a multidisciplinary approach.

• Surgeons are certified in da Vinci robotic surgery with training from New York University
• Offers a choice of open, laparoscopic, or robotic surgical approaches
• Department holds Turkish Medical Association accreditation for surgical standards
• Partners with colorectal specialists for extensive cancer debulking procedures
• Includes pre-operative tests and post-operative follow-up in surgical care

Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital holds a Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliation and offers ESMO-certified oncology expertise. The hospital provides diagnostic and treatment services for multiple cancer types, including cervical and head and neck cases.

• Therapies include Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) for precise tumour targeting
• Diagnostic workups feature PET-MRI scanning and NGS genetic profiling
• Pathology services include molecular marker testing such as PD-L1
• Personalised chemotherapy planning and concurrent treatment protocols available
• Facility includes 102 private rooms with space for a companion

Lotus Bariatrics Clinic specialises in gastric surgery and weight loss procedures in Istanbul. The facility serves around 350 patients annually from North America and Europe.

• 95.0% success rate for surgical obesity treatments
• Focuses on gastric lap band and weight loss surgeries
• Provides support throughout the recovery and follow-up process
• Specialised medical team for adult bariatric care

Central Hospital is a private multidisciplinary facility in Istanbul that treats around 138,000 patients annually. Its oncology services support a high volume of international visitors from Europe and the Commonwealth.

• Departments specialise in neuro-oncology for both adult and paediatric cases
• On-site diagnostics support tumour identification and treatment planning
• Multidisciplinary approach combines surgical expertise with post-operative care
• Interpreters available to assist Australian patients during consultations

Db’est Clinic provides diagnostic support and multidisciplinary care for patients with cancer. The clinic manages approximately 600 cases annually, including a regular flow of international patients from Australia and Canada.

• Coordinates with orthopaedic and neurology units for tumour-related cases
• Personalised treatment plans based on modern clinical protocols
• Internal medicine specialists oversee general oncology care and monitoring
• English-speaking staff available to assist with appointment scheduling and results

Samsung Medical Center holds a presidential standards status and has a dedicated Comprehensive Cancer Center. It covers a broad range of cancers using high-precision radiation and robotic systems.

• Equipped with Novalis and Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) for precise tumour targeting
• Da Vinci surgical system available for minimally invasive cancer removals
• Multidisciplinary hospital setting allows for integrated care across different medical specialities
• Repetitive award winner for service quality and patient satisfaction standards