Urolithiasis Treatment Clinics Abroad — Page 6

Estophia Hospital in Istanbul specialises in urology care, led by Dr Fatih Kurtuluş, a FEBU-certified urologist with 500+ percutaneous nephrolithotomy procedures. Diagnostics start from around A$100 for consultation or urine analysis, and multi-level check-ups typically run A$980–2,800. The hospital offers multi-disciplinary care within a dedicated urology department. It attracts international patients mainly from Europe, Africa, and the USA, ensuring a broad spectrum of urolithiasis diagnostic options in one centre.

Emsey Hospital in Istanbul is JCI-accredited and the first in Turkey with International Health Tourism Authorization. Diagnostics start from around A$2,600 for a package including urology and nephrology exams, cystoscopy, blood tests, plus airport transfers and accommodation. Treatment options include ureteral stenting, a minimally invasive surgery to relieve ureter obstruction, which may cost around A$5,220. The hospital supports international patients with interpreters, English medical reports, and guest house stays during treatment.

Ewha Womans University Medical Center in Seoul is a multidisciplinary hospital specialised in treating women with minimally invasive techniques. It offers consultations with experienced urologists from around A$40. The centre uses the latest da Vinci robotic surgical system and 128-slice PET/CT imaging for precise diagnosis and care. Its surgical teams focus on small incisions to reduce visible scars and improve aesthetic outcomes. The hospital is known for delivering advanced, quality surgical care and attracts patients globally, including from Europe and the UAE.

Private Koru Ankara Hospital is JCI-accredited and equipped with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system, supporting advanced treatment options for urolithiasis. The hospital offers modern facilities including PET-CT and Gamma Knife for comprehensive imaging. International patients benefit from 24/7 multilingual support, free second opinions, and complimentary airport transfers. Prof Dr Hasan Biri leads robotic surgery with uro-oncology training from the University of Southern California and over 80 scientific publications, ensuring a strong foundation in care and innovation for patients flying in from Australia.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH) is South Korea’s first digital hospital using the BESTcare system, which supports patient safety. Diagnostics for Urolithiasis start from around A$10 for urine analysis. The hospital is equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system for advanced, minimally invasive surgery options. Australians benefit from free transfer from Incheon Airport and access to Korean-English medical interpreters. SNUBH treats over 1.5 million patients annually with multidisciplinary surgery expertise.