Deep Brain Stimulator (DBS)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
Duration
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
VIP transfer (premium vehicle service, all transfers between airport, hotel and clinic)
Additional information
DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) is a surgical treatment where electrodes are implanted in specific areas of the brain to regulate abnormal nerve activity using electrical signals.
It is commonly used for conditions like Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.
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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
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Mustafa Sakar is a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul (2025–present). He previously worked at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital (2013–2025) and Kahramanmaraş Elbistan State Hospital (2011–2012).
He earned his MD at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in Ankara (1997–2003). He completed his neurosurgery residency there (2004–2010).
Professional memberships: Turkish Neurosurgical Society; Turkish Neurosurgical Society Pediatric Neurosurgery Education and Training Group; EANS; ISPN; Turkish Medical Association.
Training and congresses attended: Corner Tumor Surgery observership at the University of Tübingen, Germany; Fetal Spina Bifida Surgery observership at HCor, São Paulo, Brazil. He also attended scientific meetings of TNS, ESPN, ISPN, and CNS.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $25,000. The procedure is performed by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Sakar, a neurosurgeon with 15 years of experience and 900+ procedures performed. The hospital is part of Memorial Health Group with 15 years of international healthcare expertise.
About the Procedure
DBS surgery helps control essential tremor symptoms. It involves implanting electrodes in specific brain areas. These electrodes send electrical pulses to restore normal function.
Treatment Package Includes
- DBS surgical procedure with all necessary equipment
- Neurosurgeon and neurologist consultations
- MRI of one anatomical region
- VIP transfers between airport, hotel and clinic
About the Neurosurgeon
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Sakar specializes in neurosurgery and neurology. He is a member of ISPN and EANS. His expertise includes complex brain procedures using advanced techniques.
Clinic Features
The hospital spans 81,000 m² with 127 clinics. It has 19 operating rooms and 300+ beds. The facility uses the latest da Vinci XI robotic surgical platform.
Patients receive Russian-speaking support staff during treatment. The final price is determined after consultation and diagnostics. Contact the clinic for personalized treatment planning.
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