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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul - Doctors, Treatments & Appointment
About Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital has been running since 2005 on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. It's one of the larger private hospitals in Turkey - 35,000 square metres, 8 floors, 55+ departments. JCI accreditation since 2006, maintained continuously. That last part matters more than people realise. A lot of hospitals get accredited once and let it slide. Hisar hasn't.
Approximately 8,000 international patients visit us every year from more than 40 countries. Europe, Gulf, Africa, South Asia, CIS - the mix is genuinely wide. Most are coming for treatment in Turkey because the cost gap versus home is significant, and Hisar sits at the better end of the quality range for a hospital in Istanbul Turkey.
What actually works well here is how the departments talk to each other. Cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopaedics - they operate in a coordinated way rather than separately. For straightforward cases that doesn't make much difference. For anything complex, it does.
International patients get a personal coordinator assigned from day one. Visa invitation letters, airport transfers, interpreters in 15+ languages, no waiting times between appointments - it's a proper setup, not just a phone number.
At a Glance
Detail | Information |
Hospital Name | Hisar Intercontinental Hospital |
Also Known As | Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Hisar Istanbul |
Established | 2005 |
Accreditation | JCI since 2006, continuously maintained |
Total Departments | 55+ |
Operating Theatres | 7 |
ICU Beds | 36 |
Inpatient Beds | 170 |
VIP Suites | 75 |
Total Area | 35,000 sq. metres, 8 floors |
Languages Supported | 15+ incl. English, Arabic, French, German, Russian |
International Patients | 8,000+ per year from 40+ countries |
Annual Patient Volume | 500,000+ |
Helipad | Yes |
Address | Saray Mah. Siteyolu Cad. No:7, Umraniye, 34768, Istanbul, Turkey |
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Nearest Airport | Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) 30 min / Istanbul Airport (IST) 50 min |
Location | 15 min from the Bosphorus, Anatolian side |
Treatments at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital Istanbul
Oncology & Cancer Treatment
Hisar runs its oncology in partnership with an American institute, with medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists working under the same protocols used in the US. For patients looking at cancer treatment in Turkey, that matters because it's not just Turkish clinical standards being applied here.
Imaging is strong: 3 Tesla MRI and Aquilion 640-slice CT. IORT (single-dose Intraoperative Radiotherapy) is available for suitable cases, which cuts down the need for prolonged radiation schedules. Haematology runs alongside - bone marrow transplant, lymphoma, leukaemia, multiple myeloma, thalassaemia.
Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery
The cardiology list at Hisar is long. Echocardiography, 3D Echo, Stress Echo, Transesophageal Echo, Rhythm Holter, Blood Pressure Holter, Coronary Angiography, Percutaneous Coronary Angioplasty, Stent procedures, DSA, Pacemaker insertion, Electrophysiology, Ablation, Multislice CT Angiography, Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy. That is the actual list.
One thing worth noting for cardiac patients: emergency interventions - angioplasty, stenting, bypass, valve repair - can be coordinated same-day across all relevant teams. That's not standard. Da Vinci robotic system is in use for minimally invasive procedures. Paediatric cardiology covers congenital disease, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, fetal echo.
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Strokes, epilepsy, MS, peripheral nerve disorders, sleep conditions, neurological tumours. Neuronavigation guides the surgical work - brain tumour removal, spinal fusion, epilepsy surgery. Robotic-assisted neurosurgery is available. Diagnostics run through CT, MRI, EEG, EMG, and angiography.
Orthopaedics & Spine Surgery
Hisar Spine Surgery Center is on the Anatolian side and handles the harder cases - scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal fractures, infections, tumours. Real-time spinal cord monitoring during surgery. Vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty for fractures, often under local anaesthesia. Hip, knee, shoulder replacements are routine here, and sports injuries are handled the same way.
Bariatric Surgery
Gastric sleeve and bypass. The team is past 1,000 surgeries. Patients coming from the UK, Europe, and Gulf make up a good chunk of the volume here - Turkey medical tourism for weight loss has been a consistent category for years. Bariatric surgery in Turkey packages through DivinHeal include diagnostics, surgery, stay, follow-up, and transfers.
IVF & Reproductive Medicine
IVF, egg freezing, sperm analysis, assisted reproductive treatments. A reasonable number of patients arriving here have had failed cycles at other clinics and are trying again. The lab protocols are current. IVF in Turkey cost estimates and protocol details are available through DivinHeal before any commitment.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Labour, delivery, hysteroscopy, fibroids, endometriosis, gynaecological oncology. Specialist consultants with international training. The maternity unit gets strong feedback from international patients, which is consistent across the reviews we've seen.
ENT
Sinusitis, otitis media, breathing issues, snoring, sleep apnea - evaluated through endoscopic imaging and radiology. Procedures: Allergic Rhinitis, Nose Aesthetics, Eardrum Repair, Adenoid Surgery, Tonsil Surgery (children), Ear Microsurgery, Voice Disease microsurgery, Sleep Apnea Surgery, Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy, Head and Neck Tumour surgery. Cochlear implant evaluation as well.
Ophthalmology
Glaucoma, strabismus, oculoplastic conditions, vitreo-retinal disorders, macular disease, eye prosthesis, premature retinopathy, uveitis. Cataract surgery, Corneal Transplant, IOL procedures. Optical coherence tomography for microsurgery imaging. Dr. Omer Kamil Dogan alone has 175 published papers in this field.
Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery
FUE hair transplant, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, facelifts, liposuction, craniofacial, hand surgery, microsurgery, abdominal aesthetics, post-cancer reconstruction. Dr. Hasan Sahin has crossed 12,000 aesthetic procedures - that's the scale of experience sitting in this department.
Endocrinology & Diabetes
Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, parathyroid conditions, hormonal imbalances. Lab support is integrated, cross-department.
Paediatrics & Paediatric Surgery
Infancy to 17 years. Respiratory, digestive, excretory system conditions. Procedures: Esophagoscopy, Gastroscopy, Duodenoscopy, Colonoscopy, Rectoscopy, Anoscopy, Cystoscopy, Ureteroscopy, Bronchoscopy, Uroflowmetry, Esophagus manometry, Anal manometry, pH meter studies.
Urology
Lithotripsy for kidney stones, urological cancers, prostate conditions, minimally invasive procedures, reverse vasectomy.
Dental & Maxillofacial
Oral surgery, implants, maxillofacial reconstruction. Useful for patients combining treatments in a single Istanbul trip.
Technology & Equipment
Aquilion 640-Slice CT - High-accuracy imaging, low radiation dose
3 Tesla MRI - Open design, works for claustrophobic patients and larger frames
Da Vinci Robotic Surgery System - Cardiac, urology, general surgery
Neuronavigation - Real-time monitoring during brain and spinal surgery
PYXIS Medication System - Nurse fingerprint dispenses medication. One of the first hospitals in the region to use this. Eliminates dosage errors
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy - Burns, diabetic ulcers, radiation damage, chronic wounds
HEPA Filters in Rooms - Single-occupancy, medical-grade air filtration
Optical Coherence Tomography - Eye microsurgery imaging
DSA (Digital Subtraction Angiography) - Cardiac and neuro vascular imaging
3D Echocardiography - Complex structural heart diagnostics
Doctors at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital Istanbul
150+ specialists on staff. Most trained in Europe or the US, many hold international fellowships, several are published researchers.
Department | Doctor | Background |
Gynaecology & Obstetrics | Prof. A. Fatih Durmusoglu | 38+ years in the field. Medical school 1981. Ob/Gyn residency, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women Health Hospital Ankara. Post-Doc Fellowship, Johns Hopkins University USA (1987). Associate Professor 1992. Full Professor 1995 |
Gynaecology | Dr. Ayse Akbulut | Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine 2003-2009. ERASMUS, Warsaw Medical University 2007-2008. Residency Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Research Hospital 2010-2015. Member, European Society of Aesthetic Gynaecology |
Cardiology | Prof. Dr. Mustafa Saglam | Marmara University medical degree 1994. Assistant Professor, Kartal Kosuyolu Yuksek Ihtisas Hospital. Member Turkish Society of Radiology and Istanbul Medical Chamber |
Cardiology | Dr. Ibrahim Halil Tanboga | 15+ years. Electrophysiology, Ablation, Pacemaker implantation, Coronary angiography and stent |
ENT & Head and Neck | Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan | Inonu University Faculty of Medicine. Residency and AP post, Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital. Member: Turkish Medical Association, Facial Plastic Surgery Association, Turkish Rhinology Association, European Facial Plastic Surgery Association |
ENT & Head and Neck | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yavuz Selim Yildirim | Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Master's, Beykent University. AP post, Bezmialem Vakif University. Member Istanbul Medical Chamber and Turkish Rhinology Society. Multiple publications |
ENT | Assoc. Prof. Selman Sarica | 17+ years clinical. Member: Otology Neuro-otology Society, Turkish Rhinology Association, Turkish ENT & Head and Neck Surgery Association. Associate Professor title awarded 2019 |
Ophthalmology | Dr. Omer Kamil Dogan | 35+ years. Ankara University graduate. 175 scientific publications. 3 book chapters on eye diseases. Member Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and Turkish Medical Association |
Ophthalmology | Dr. Ozlen Rodop Ozgur | Istanbul University School of Medicine 1998. Residency Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Hospital 2002. Associate Professor 2015. Fellow, European Board of Ophthalmology 2017. 130 presentations, 7 international congresses |
Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery | Dr. Hasan Sahin | GATA Medical School graduate. Specialisation Dokuz Eylul University Medical School. 12,000+ aesthetic procedures. Craniofacial, hand, microsurgery, rhinoplasty, breast, body shaping. Member: Turkish Medical Chamber, Plastic Surgery Association, Aesthetic Surgery Association, Reconstructive Microsurgery Association |
Neurosurgery | Spec. Dr. Murat Cobanoglu | Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty. Expertise certification, Ankara Muhittin Ulker Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery (1998) |
Paediatric Cardiology | Dr. Gulden Kafali | Ege University Faculty of Medicine 1978-1984. Specialty Cumhuriyet University. Congenital heart disease, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, fetal echocardiography |
Gastroenterology & Hepatology | Prof. Dr. Omer Necip Aytug | Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. Member: Turkish Gastroenterology Association, Turkish Liver Diseases Association, Motility Association. Published in national and international journals |
Doctor availability is confirmed at the time of booking through DivinHeal. Matching is based on diagnosis and case type, not just department.
International Patient Services
Hisar has a proper international patient setup, not just a dedicated email address.
Pre-Arrival: Second opinion reviews, treatment planning, cost estimates - all done before you book flights.
Visa: Official medical visa invitation letters issued by the hospital.
Transfers: Airport-hotel-hospital transport for the patient and one companion. Complimentary.
Interpreters: On-site in 15+ languages throughout the stay.
Personal Coordinator: One person handles your appointments start to finish. No waiting around figuring out where to go next.
Insurance: Hisar works with international insurance providers. Check applicability through DivinHeal before travelling.
Why Patients Pick Hisar for Treatment in Turkey
Cost gap is real. Cancer treatment in Turkey, bariatric surgery, IVF, cardiac procedures - across all of these, Hisar costs a fraction of equivalent care in the UK, US, or Germany. Same JCI-accredited standards. Different price.
JCI since 2006, not just once. Re-accreditation requires demonstrating sustained standards. Most patients checking hospitals in Istanbul Turkey for JCI status don't look at how long it's been held. For Hisar it's been continuous.
Same-day cardiac emergency. Angioplasty, stenting, bypass - all coordinated same day if needed. That's an operational capability most Istanbul hospitals don't have.
American oncology protocols. The institute partnership is real. Not just a badge - actual clinical protocols being followed.
PYXIS. Small detail but significant: nurse fingerprint medication dispensing. One of the first in the region. Zero dosage errors as a result.
Helipad. Not marketing. Actually functional for air transfers. Rare for a hospital in Istanbul Turkey.
How DivinHeal Works
Step 1 - Send your reports WhatsApp, upload form, or email. Share what you have. Everything stays confidential.
Step 2 - Free case review DivinHeal goes through the details with Hisar's international team. You get a treatment plan and cost estimate. No commitment needed at this point.
Step 3 - Doctor match Right specialist connected based on your actual case. Pre-consultation arranged before you travel if needed.
Step 4 - Travel sorted Visa support, transfer coordination, accommodation near the hospital - DivinHeal handles the logistics.
Step 5 - Treatment and after Coordinator accessible throughout your stay. Remote follow-ups arranged post-treatment.
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Patient Reviews
"Outstanding hospital with very capable doctors and staff. Service is top notch. You feel like a VIP in every department. Rooms are clean and well equipped. I would prefer this over the best hospitals in the US or Europe. And the cost is a fraction of what you'd pay in most western countries."
"My husband had sudden kidney pain during a business trip to Istanbul. Emergency brought us to Hisar. MRI confirmed a kidney stone. Lithotripsy was scheduled the next morning. Modern hospital, genuinely experienced staff. Hisar is our first choice if we ever need care in Istanbul again."
"We chose Hisar for the birth of our second child. The level of care in gynaecology and paediatrics was exceptional. Very attentive staff. My first daughter was born at Brooklyn Hospital. Comparing the two, Hisar has clearly better service and care at a better price."
"I wanted a reverse vasectomy, that is why I went to Hisar Hospital Istanbul. Very clean, advanced technology. The staff made the whole thing smooth."
"My nephew had an eye condition. We went to Hisar. Satisfied with the care and how thoroughly the team handled everything."
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