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Diagnostic Thoracoscopy with Drainage and Biopsy

Turkey Istanbul
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Memorial Şişli Hospital
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4.6
418
reviews
Doctor 4.8
Staff 4.6
Facilities 4.8
Language assistance 4.7
Support 4.9
Highly recommended
87% Clients recommended this clinic
991 patients
chose this clinic for their care in the last year

What's included in this package

Medical Procedures
  • Wedge Resection

Duration
  • 1 days in the hospital
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

AUD $11,727

What's NOT included in this package

Airfare
Additional activities not included

Doctor

Cagatay Saim Tezel
Thoracic surgeon
20 years of experience
Board certified professional

Dr. Cagatay Saim Tezel is a Professor of Thoracic Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in esophageal surgery and lung transplantation. Dr. Tezel completed international training as an observer at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

  • Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
  • Member of the European Respiratory Society.
  • Former instructor for thoracic surgery at Yeditepe University.
  • Award-winning thesis advisor recognized by the Istanbul Medical Chamber.
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About the clinic

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Memorial Şişli Hospital

Wedge resection of the lung is a surgical procedure offered at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopy) approach may cost around $13,500 and includes 4-5 days of hospitalization. The hospital is JCI-accredited and led by thoracic surgery specialist Prof. Dr. Çagatay Sait Tezel.

About the Procedure

Wedge resection removes a small, wedge-shaped portion of lung tissue. It is often used for early-stage lung cancer or metastatic tumors. The VATS method uses small incisions and a tiny camera for guidance. This minimally invasive approach reduces recovery time compared to open surgery.

Treatment Package Includes

  • Surgery and anesthesia
  • 1 day ICU care
  • 4-5 days hospitalization
  • VATS approach (when suitable)
  • VIP airport-hotel-clinic transfers
  • Interpreter services

Hospital and Specialist

Memorial Şişli Hospital holds JCI accreditation since 2002. It maintains a 4.6 rating from 322 patient reviews. Prof. Dr. Tezel specializes in thoracic surgery with expertise in lung metastasectomy cases.

Recovery and Follow-up

Patients typically stay 7-9 days in Turkey for the procedure and initial recovery. The VATS technique allows faster healing than traditional open surgery. Most patients can return home 3-4 days after hospital discharge.

For personalized pricing and surgical recommendations, contact the hospital for a consultation. The final cost may vary based on individual case requirements.

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Location
Kaptan Paşa Mah, Halit Ziya Türkkan Sok Famas Plaza No:19 D:C, 34385 Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey

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Patient reviews

4.6
Excellent score
418 patient verified reviews
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Rating breakdown
Doctor
4.8/5
Staff
4.6/5
Facilities
4.8/5
Language assistance
4.7/5
Support
4.9/5
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Anonymous • Lung cancer surgery
Turkey
5 Feb 2026
Verified review.
Anonymous • Basalioma
Ghana
14 June 2026
Verified review.
The surgeon was excellent
What surprised me most about my basalioma treatment wasn't the procedure itself, but the detailed skin examination I received. The surgeon was excellent. He made sure all removal options were discussed clearly, which was reassuring since I already had my diagnosis before arriving. Right now, the treated area is healing very well. While the medical care was superb and the clinic facilities are great, the administrative staff seemed a bit disorganized, which was the only downside. Despite that, based on the surgeon’s work, it’s a place I would suggest to others.
My Bookimed coordinator was highly skilled, had the passion and patience for her work and that translated to the numerous array of options provided to me to choose from based on my budget during the entire process.She interacted with me 24/7 just for us to have solution within my schedule. All information (proforma, visa assistance, travel guidance and estimated personal expenses) for the entire treatment were on point and I encourage all manner of persons seeking medical treatment abroad to choose Bookimed as their medical tourism partner.
1. Interpreter only come when the patient calls for his services and that is only during the day. If the interpreter can also support beyond the interactions with the specialist. 2. Airport and Internal movement are left to the patient to handle which can sometimes be a major challenge for some category of patients and given the language barrier. 3. Hospital discharges are very strict even if you the patient feels he/she need additional day(s) to be fit for a return to the hotel to continue the recovery.
Anonymous • Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
Netherlands
31 May 2026
Verified review.
The doctor and all the staff have been very attentive and professional, which gives me confidence that I made the right choice of clinic and treatment process
My main concern before starting treatment was how my body would react to the drug. I’m undergoing a course of Keytruda immunotherapy for kidney cancer, receiving an infusion every three weeks. Yes, I have experienced some side effects. These are mainly digestive issues, and I feel a little more tired. Of course, I am still concerned that these might get worse over time. But I must say that the doctor and all the staff have been very attentive and professional, which gives me confidence that I made the right choice of clinic and treatment process.
Julija • Breast reconstruction surgery
Slovakia
17 Oct 2024
Verified review.
Honestly, I'm in awe from this experience
The hospital was fantastic, room was private, with all required amenities, cafe - lovely, everything was beautiful and clean. Staff were just so accommodating, my Doctor was knowledgeable, explained the procedure in detail. Honestly, I'm in awe from this experience. And even though I was coming in with a slight fear and a tiny panic attack, there was really no need to worry, everything is on a highest level! Thanks to all!
Translators were top notch! Everything was amazing, I can't select just one thing.
Had issue with payment, it kept getting rejected and due to this I wasn't admitted right away. But once payment went through, all services followed smoothly.
About Bookimed service
Love the speed and replies at any time of day
Tetyana • PET/CT
Ukraine
5 Oct 2025
Verified review.
But I really liked the Bukimed service - they helped, supported, organised everything in the best possible way
There are certain issues with the hospital, in particular, the staff who are in no hurry and we had to spend the whole day in the hospital instead of a few hours - we waited, waited, and waited again..... But I really liked the Bukimed service - they helped, supported, organised everything in the best possible way. Thank you.
Overall, the hospital is good
Perhaps it's due to a different mentality, but we didn't really like waiting endlessly - no procedure or appointment started on time, no one is in a hurry and no one appreciates other people's time.
About Bookimed service
I really liked the service, they were very helpful.
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