Lumbar Microdiscectomy (Using Microscope), Single Level
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Discectomy
Duration
- 1 days in the hospital
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
Transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport
Implant
No implant applicable
Additional information
Medical or surgical procedure performed to diagnose or treat the condition described as Lumbar Microdiscectomy, Single Level.
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Doctor
The doctor is an experienced neurosurgeon with over 15 years of clinical practice in Turkey. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has served in various high-profile medical institutions, including Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, and Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.
Specializing in neurosurgical procedures, the doctor has extensive experience in managing complex neurological conditions and providing comprehensive patient care. Having served in both private hospital systems and state-run facilities, the doctor possesses a broad clinical background in surgical interventions and neurological health management.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Single-level microsurgical lumbar discectomy costs around $7,750 at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. The JCI-accredited facility offers the procedure with Prof. Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktas, a neurosurgeon with 17 years of experience and over 1,100 discectomies performed. Patients may choose from microscopic or endoscopic techniques based on their condition.
About the Procedure
Discectomy removes herniated disc material pressing on spinal nerves. The hospital provides pre-op tests including 1 mm MRI scans and muscle-strength analysis. Most patients walk the same day after surgery. A 3-night hospital stay is included in the base package.
What's Included
- Surgery and anesthesia
- 3 nights hospital accommodation
- Pre-op MRI and functional tests
- Airport transfers and interpreter service
- Post-op consultation after 1 week
Prof. Toktas specializes in both microscopic and endoscopic methods. His approach minimizes tissue damage while ensuring precise disc removal. Patients receive detailed physiotherapy instructions and should plan to stay in Turkey for 2 weeks for recovery monitoring.
For those considering treatment, Memorial Hospital offers transparent pricing with no hidden costs. The package covers companion meals and hospital Wi-Fi for international patients.
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