Pituitary Tumor Surgery Clinics Abroad — Page 5

Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital is JCI-accredited, meeting international safety standards for Australian patients. Its neurosurgery team performs brain tumour operations with advanced neuro-monitoring and navigation for precision. The facility has 14 operating rooms and 3 Tesla MRI imaging to support complex procedures. Surgery may cost around A$14,000–A$21,000. Interpreter support is available to ensure clear communication throughout the journey.

Biruni University Hospital is a newly opened TEMOS-accredited university facility. The 2023 campus spans 80,000 m² with 617 beds and 15 operating theatres. A dedicated interventional radiology unit supports a multidisciplinary approach. The hospital has a regular flow of Australian patients.

Dr Mehmet Beşir Sürme specialises in pituitary tumour surgery and completed a fellowship in paediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome. Surgery may cost around A$14,000. The clinic is certified for health tourism and treats international patients from the Balkans, Asia, and CIS countries.

Professor Mustafa Gürelik specialises in endoscopic pituitary surgery, using minimally invasive techniques to improve patient recovery. A comprehensive package typically costs around A$9,800. This includes the operation, anaesthesia, laboratory tests, and a pituitary MRI. The clinic also covers four to five days of hospital stay for the patient and one companion. To simplify the trip, the hospital provides free domestic flights between Istanbul and Sivas. Patients receive free airport transfers and translation services throughout their stay at this JCI-accredited facility.

Manipal Hospitals is part of India's third-largest healthcare provider, with over 50 years of experience. Its dedicated neurosurgery department handles pituitary tumour surgery, supported by the facility’s 56 medical specialties. The hospital holds JCI, ISO, and NABH accreditation – meeting international safety standards. It serves over 2 million patients annually, including a significant number from overseas, and provides airport transfers and accommodation assistance.

Severance Hospital has performed over 4,000 robotic surgeries using the Da Vinci system – offering high-precision, minimally invasive options. The annual caseload exceeds 40,000 operations, providing substantial neurosurgical experience. It holds JCI accreditation and is affiliated with Yonsei University, with a cancer centre partnering with MD Anderson Cancer Center.