Stereotactic Deep Brain Stimulator Implantation with Microelectrode Recording (Unilateral)
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
Duration
- 4 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 Stereotactic Deep Brain Stimulator Implantation with Microelectrode Recording.
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Programme price
What's NOT included in this package
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
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for Parkinson's disease is available at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around $26,500 and is performed by Prof. Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktaş, a neurosurgeon with 17 years of experience in performing over 900 neurosurgical procedures.
About the Procedure
DBS involves implanting a device in the brain under general anesthesia. It helps control symptoms when medications stop working after 15-17 years. The surgery lasts several hours with 4 nights hospitalization required.
What's Included in the Package
- Full DBS surgery with anesthesia
- Pre-op consultation and brain MRI
- 4 nights hospital stay (longer options available)
- Airport transfers and interpreter services
- 1-week post-op follow-up
- Companion stay in the ward
Why Choose This Clinic
Prof. Toktaş specializes in neurological procedures with extensive DBS experience. Memorial Ataşehir is Turkey's first JCI-accredited hospital, ensuring international safety standards. Patients receive comprehensive care from surgery to recovery support.
Before and After Surgery
Patients need pre-op MRI and neurology consultations. After surgery, stimulator programming happens either during hospitalization or as outpatient care. Medication adjustments are supervised by neurologists.
If you're considering DBS for Parkinson's, this clinic offers experienced specialists and full support services. Complete hospital packages help international patients focus on recovery.
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