Anadolu Medical Center
The cost of open heart surgery in Turkey typically ranges from $8,000 to $17,100. Prices vary depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s expertise, the specific procedure (such as CABG or valve replacement), and the complexity of the case. In the United States, the average cost is $160,000 (according to the American Heart Association). Open heart surgery in Turkey is about 92% less than in the U.S.
Turkish hospitals usually include pre-operative diagnostics, surgery, anesthesia, ICU stay, hospital accommodation, post-op monitoring, and follow-up consultations in their packages. In the U.S., many of these services—especially ICU days, anesthesia, and follow-up care—are billed separately. Always confirm what’s included at each clinic before booking.
Why do patients choose Turkey for open heart surgery?
Access advanced Open heart surgery solutions in trusted clinics .
| Turkey | Austria | Spagna | |
| Open heart surgery | da $8,000 | da $70,000 | da $30,000 |
| Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery | da $12,000 | da $40,000 | da $30,000 |
| Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery | da $16,000 | da $120,000 | da $50,000 |
| Interventricular septal defect surgery | da $18,000 | da $60,000 | da $35,000 |
| Atrial septal defect surgery | da $12,000 | da $40,000 | da $35,000 |
Revisionato medicalmente da
Fahad MawloodDay 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
Day 3 - Open Heart Surgery
Day 4 to Day 14 - Post-Operation
Week 2 to Week 6 - Rehabilitation
Week 6 onwards
Please note that recovery times can vary from patient to patient. Always follow your doctor"s advice for the best results.
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Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery, with fellowships at Erciyes University and extensive experience in hernia treatments and abdominal conditions.
Performed 4,000+ open heart surgeries – Prof. Fedakar specializes in complex cardiac cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
3,000+ cardiovascular cases – Dr. Gencoglu specializes in adult heart surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
Prof. Dr. Ertan Sagbas specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and robotic procedures using the Da Vinci Robotic System at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.
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: