Surgery Clinics Abroad — Page 3

Professor Azmi Hamzaoglu has performed 1,100 surgical treatments, specialising in scoliosis and anterior cervical discectomy. The hospital holds JCI accreditation and uses the EOS imaging system to reduce radiation exposure. A surgery package may cost around A$7,000. This price typically includes surgeon consultations, airport transfers, and interpreter services. Patient rooms feature laminar airflow systems for safety. One accompanying person can stay at the hospital as part of the package cost. The facility operates as Turkey's first JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

ID Clinic Bangkok has a 95–96% success rate for breast lift, rhinoplasty, and tummy tuck stem cell therapy. It treats around 4,000 international patients yearly, including Australians. The clinic is accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons Thailand, reflecting recognised surgical standards. Surgery there may cost around A$2,000–A$2,700, with price covering the procedure at this private multi-specialty centre focused on adult patients and cosmetic surgery.

Quartz Hospital maintains a 97.4% success rate for rhinoplasty and 96.3% for breast surgery. Dr Yunus Çınar leads the surgical team, having trained in Italy under Professor Giovanni Botti. A combined surgery package may cost around A$15,100. This includes 2 nights in hospital and 4 nights in a 4-star hotel. VIP transfers and follow-up exams are also part of the service. The clinic sees a regular flow of Australian patients. 6,500 people visit this Istanbul centre every year.

Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej has performed over 900 orthopedic procedures. He leads complex knee reconstructions at this ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital. The clinic specialises in MCL reconstruction using hamstring grafts and meniscus repairs. Surgery typically costs around A$16,300–A$17,200. This package includes the surgeon’s consultation and 2 to 3 nights in a hospital bed. Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej is a member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand. Intrarat Hospital holds a 100% patient recommendation rate.

Lotus Bariatrics Clinic in Istanbul performs around 350 bariatric surgeries a year with a 95% success rate. Surgery may cost around A$2,500–A$6,200, including options like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and gastric ballooning. The clinic holds IFSO certification and a Turkish Health Tourism Authorization. Patients benefit from psychologist support to help with lasting eating habit changes after surgery.

Gibbeum General Hospital is a KOIHA-accredited private medical center in Seoul. It specializes in surgery, medical check-ups, and endoscopy. The hospital is best known for the Kang Repair, a hernia technique with recurrence rates below 0.3%.

• Over 150,000 endoscopy procedures performed.
• Offers one-stop gastroscopy and colonoscopy with same-day polypectomy.
• No-stitch skin closure lets patients shower the next day.
• Uses low-dose CT and high-resolution imaging for check-ups.
• Serves international patients from 56 countries, including the US and UK.

Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital is an integrative medical center in Bangkok with GHA and AACI accreditations. It treats 50,000 patients yearly across 14 departments. The hospital blends conventional care with regenerative medicine and precision medicine for chronic disease management.

• Regenerative medicine supports tissue repair without surgery.
• Precision medicine helps prevent and manage chronic non-communicable diseases.
• Facilities include 2 emergency and operating rooms plus a gastro-colonoscopic unit.
• Care is provided in a green, restorative environment for patient comfort.

VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital serves a regular flow of Australian patients within its massive 62,000 square metre facility. Professor Erhan Arslan leads complex neurosurgery cases, specialising in spinal stabilisation and lumbar laminectomy. A comprehensive surgical package may cost around A$27,100. This typical price covers the procedure, 5–7 nights in hospital, preoperative tests, and nursing care. The clinic also includes airport transfers and translation services. Local physicians with academic titles remain on-site 24/7 to manage post-operative care and intensive care needs.