VATS Lobectomy by European Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Association Member at JCI Center
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Lobectomy
Duration
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- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Programme price
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Doctor
Dr. Erkan Yildirim is a thoracic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He published Turkey's first overseas clinical study on lung transplantation. He participated in nearly 100 donor organ procurements in Canada. Dr. Yildirim specializes in lung cancer and chest wall deformity surgeries.
- Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons (FETCS).
- Completed lung transplant fellowships in Toronto, Zurich, and Kyoto.
- Holds four patents in the field of biomedical engineering.
- Treats complex conditions like mesothelioma and mediastinal masses.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Lobectomy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around €14,650. The procedure uses video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), a minimally invasive approach that reduces recovery time and scarring. The hospital is JCI accredited with specialized thoracic surgery expertise.
Procedure Details
Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım performs the lobectomy. He is a thoracic surgeon and member of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons. He pioneered Turkey's first international lung transplant publication.
The VATS laparoscopic lobectomy includes:
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery with lymph node dissection
- 11 nights hospitalization (10 ward + 1 ICU)
- Personal assistance and translation services
- Airport transfers and meals for accompanying person
Hospital Features
Hisar Hospital has a 640-slice CT scanner and 3 Tesla MRI. It follows international safety standards. Patients typically stay in Turkey for 20 days post-operation for monitoring.
The final cost is confirmed after physical examination. Contact the clinic for personalized consultation about this procedure.
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