Dr. MED
Dr. MED
Turkey, Istanbul
The cost of facial feminization surgery (FFS) in Turkey typically ranges from $2,400 to $8,700. Prices vary depending on the number and type of facial procedures (such as forehead contouring, rhinoplasty, jaw reshaping), the surgeon’s experience, and the clinic’s reputation. In the United States, the average cost is $55,000 (per ASPS). This means FFS in Turkey is about 90% less than in the U.S.
Turkish clinics usually include pre-op assessments, general anesthesia, all surgical procedures, hospital stay, post-op medications, and follow-up visits in their packages. In the U.S., the quoted price often covers only the surgeon’s fee, with anesthesia, hospital, and aftercare billed separately. Always confirm what’s included with each clinic.
| Turkey | Stati Uniti | Messico | |
| Facial feminization surgery (FFS) | da $2,400 | da $40,000 | da $10,000 |
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Baris Nuhoglu500-600 cosmetic procedures annually – Dr. Yaman specializes in natural-looking results across facial and body contouring surgeries at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
Ranked among Turkey's top plastic surgeons – Dr. Ali Sadioğlu specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures at Dr. Safa Manav Clinic.
Dr. Cinar trained in facial aesthetics under Prof. Giovanni Botti at Villa Bella Clinic, a prestigious Italian center for cosmetic surgery. He now works at Quartz Clinique.
Op. Dr. Yunus Emre Şeker is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon in Antalya. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency at Akdeniz University Hospital. He trained under Prof. Ömer Özkan. He was an active team member in uterus and double-arm transplant surgeries.
In 2023, he won second place (Clinical Branch) in the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Research Competition. He taught plastic surgery at Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital from 2023 to 2025. He has spoken at national congresses and contributed to publications.
Clinical focus: rhinoplasty (ultrasonic, ethnic), facial rejuvenation, breast aesthetics, body contouring, reconstructive surgery.
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Turkish government. The Turkish authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 77 billion liras for healthcare annually.
As a result, 28,000 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. About 50 centers have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.
| Currency | lira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros) |
| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| Visa | is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit |
| Time difference with Europe | 3 hours |
| Time difference with the USA | 8 hours |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
In Turkey, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
The main advantage of Turkish resorts is the long beach season. On the Mediterranean coast, it starts in April and lasts until November. In the resorts of the Aegean Sea — from May to October. The most comfortable time for swimming is from mid-June to the end of October. A large influx of tourists is in July-August, when the air temperature is +38°C, and the water warms up to +27°C.
In 2020, the Republic of Turkey has visa-free agreements with 89 states. Some foreigners are exempted from obtaining entry visas, others are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa), and still others must apply for a visa at Turkish missions abroad.
What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
Visas for travel to Turkey require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes: