Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Whipple surgery
Duration
24/7 Bookimed assistance
- 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. Mert Tanal is a General Surgery Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital (2024–present). He previously worked at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital (2023–2024) and Tekirdağ Dr. İsmail Fehmi Cumalıoğlu City Hospital (2021–2023). He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Health Sciences Şişli Hamidiye Etfal (2016–2021). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (2009–2015).
He holds the European Board of Surgery Qualification in General Surgery (2022). He took the Turkish Surgical Society Proficiency Exam (2021). He has published 28 articles in international indexed journals and 10 in national peer-reviewed journals. He has 46 conference presentations and posters.
He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, ESSO, EAES, and the American College of Surgeons. His training includes IRCAD Robotic Surgery in Strasbourg (2022) and SENATURK Breast Surgery (2020–2021).
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Whipple surgery (pancreaticoduodenectomy) is available at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around $15,950-$20,000 USD, with the hospital being the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey since 2002.
About the Procedure
Whipple surgery removes parts of the pancreas, small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct. It treats pancreatic cancer and other conditions. The hospital offers both open and laparoscopic approaches when possible.
Treatment Package
The package includes:
- Whipple surgery performed by general surgery specialists
- Pre-op consultation and diagnostic tests (MRI and CT scan)
- 4-day hospital stay with post-op care plan
- Airport transfer service
Medical Team
Assist. Prof. Onur Bayraktar leads the General Surgery department. He specializes in oncosurgery and pancreatic procedures. The hospital maintains a 4.6/5 rating from 290 patient reviews.
Recovery Process
Patients typically stay in Turkey for about one week. The medical team creates personalized recovery plans. Regular follow-ups are scheduled based on pathology results.
For those considering pancreatic surgery, Memorial Şişli Hospital offers transparent pricing and quality care. Their JCI accreditation ensures international standards are met.
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