WHIPPLE PROCEDURE – SURGICAL REMOVAL OF THE PANCREATIC HEAD, DUODENUM, AND BILE DUCT
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Pancreatic cancer surgery
- Whipple surgery
- Consultation with an anesthesiologist
- Post-op medications
- Blood tests
- Preoperative tests
- General anesthesia
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Medical Examination for pre-operation
Duration
- 17 days in the hospital
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
Transfer airport-clinic-airport
Additional information
Advanced pancreatic cancer surgery performed by experienced hepatopancreatobiliary surgeons in a fully equipped tertiary hospital. The procedure includes comprehensive perioperative care, ICU monitoring, and multidisciplinary evaluation to ensure patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes.
Included Services
15-night inpatient hospital stay in a standard room with accommodation for one accompanying person
2 days of intensive care unit (ICU) monitoring
Pre-operative evaluation by an anesthesiologist
Routine anesthesia-related laboratory and diagnostic tests
Daily physician visits during hospitalization
All procedure-related surgical materials and medications
Standard pathological analysis of surgical specimens
Additional Notes:
The total cost may vary depending on medication dosage and patient-specific requirements.
Any additional diagnostic tests, consultations, extended pathology, or specialized procedures required during hospitalization will be charged separately.
The listed price is valid only for the specified treatment. If the treatment plan changes after the physician consultation or during surgery, the total cost will be updated accordingly.
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Doctor
Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.
He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.
He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.
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About the clinic
Whipple surgery (pancreatoduodenectomy) at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around €19,830 or $26,720. The JCI-accredited hospital offers this complex pancreatic procedure performed by Prof. Dr. Sedat Karademir, a general surgeon with 38 years of specialized experience.
About the Procedure
Whipple surgery removes tumors in the pancreas, bile duct, or small intestine. Anadolu Medical Center performs both robotic minimally-invasive and open surgery approaches. The robotic method helps patients recover faster with shorter hospital stays.
Treatment Package
The surgical package includes:
- Whipple surgery and anesthesia
- 24-hour intensive care unit stay
- Pathological examination
- Routine laboratory tests
- Medical supplies and medications
Doctor's Expertise
Prof. Dr. Sedat Karademir specializes in pancreato-biliary surgeries. His three decades of experience include numerous complex pancreatic operations. The hospital follows Johns Hopkins Medicine protocols for international care standards.
Hospital Features
Anadolu Medical Center holds JCI accreditation since 2007. It maintains affiliations with leading oncology organizations. The multidisciplinary team conducts weekly tumor board reviews for comprehensive treatment planning.
Patients considering Whipple surgery can contact the hospital for personalized consultation about their case.
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