About Medicana International Hospital, Istanbul

Medicana Health Group was founded in 1992 and has grown into one of Turkey's larger private hospital networks. The Istanbul flagship is Medicana International Istanbul, a 30,000 sqm facility in two interconnected sections (patient floors and polyclinic floors). JCI accreditation was awarded on February 20, 2010. Other accredited network hospitals in Istanbul include Medicana Camlica (JCI since 2007), Medicana Bahcelievler (JCI since 2008), Medicana Avcilar, and Medicana Kadikoy (both since 2017).

Two credentials stand out at the international level. First, Medicana International Istanbul is recognised by WHO and UNICEF as a Baby-Friendly Hospital (BFH) - a designation awarded to institutions that meet specific standards for infant care, breastfeeding support, and neonatal health. Few private hospitals in Istanbul carry this certification. Second, Medicana is a member of the Association of Private Hospitals and Medical Institutions, with regular quality monitoring through its own Quality Management Department, which was established specifically to maintain JCI standards across the network.

The hospital operates across 8 operating theatres, 17 surgical intensive care beds, 9 cardiovascular surgery intensive care beds, 5 coronary intensive care beds, 10 neonatal incubators, and 26 observation beds. The cancer treatment center at Medicana International Istanbul is described by the hospital itself as the only center in the area performing advanced cancer treatment - reflecting the depth of oncological equipment installed here.

International patient care is supported by on-site translators, and doctors undergo annual training at leading medical institutions in Europe and North America.

Hospital Profile

Treatments at Medicana International Hospital Istanbul

Oncology & Cancer Treatment

The cancer treatment center at Medicana International Istanbul carries PET-CT, multi-slice CT, ultrasonography, LINAC devices, MRI, navigation devices with a stereotactic arm, and nuclear medicine imaging. The oncology departments cover medical oncology, radiation oncology, chemical medicine, and molecular oncology. Brachytherapy, LINAC, IMRT, and HIPEC surgery are among the treatment modalities available. Haematology runs alongside with bone marrow transplant capability. For cancer treatment in Turkey, Medicana's oncology center has IMRT and nuclear medicine within the same facility - a combination not present at all Istanbul hospitals.

Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery

All heart and valve diseases, arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and hypertension are managed here. Cardiovascular surgery runs with 9 dedicated CVS ICU beds. Cardiac diagnostics include stress tests and standard imaging modalities. Paediatric cardiology for congenital conditions including PDA closure is available - the department is recognized nationally for this subspecialty. Dr. Murat Saygi (Paediatric Cardiology, 17 years experience) leads paediatric cardiac care.

Bone Marrow Transplant & Haematology

Bone marrow transplant is a specific focus at Medicana. The hospital operates one of the BMT programs in Istanbul for haematology patients. Kidney and liver transplants are also available at JCI-accredited units certified by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

IVF & Reproductive Medicine

IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, and fertility diagnostics. The baby-friendly designation reflects institutional commitment to infant health from birth onward, which is a relevant consideration for patients using IVF who then deliver at the same facility. For IVF treatment in Turkey, Medicana's WHO/UNICEF Baby-Friendly certification is a specific quality marker.

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is performed here - an intricate procedure requiring specialist neurosurgical skill. Prof. Hidayet Akdemir (40 years experience) leads the neurosurgery department. The intraoperative 1.5 Tesla MRI is available for neurosurgical guidance during brain surgery - a capability that significantly improves precision for tumour removal and deep brain interventions. Gamma Camera and scintigraphy support neurological diagnostics.

Bariatric Surgery

Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery. Pre-operative endocrine assessment is integrated. For bariatric surgery in Turkey, Medicana's cardiology and internal medicine depth provides solid backup for patients with cardiovascular or metabolic risk factors.

Gynaecology & Obstetrics

Labour, delivery, hysteroscopy, oncological gynaecology. The WHO/UNICEF Baby-Friendly designation covers postnatal practices including breastfeeding support and newborn care.

Hair Transplant

Hair transplant is listed as a specific specialty at Medicana alongside liver transplant, bone marrow transplant, and IVF - reflecting patient demand from international visitors to Istanbul.

Key Doctors at Medicana International Hospital Istanbul

International Patient Services

Medicana provides on-site translators throughout the patient journey. Doctors at Medicana International undergo annual training at leading European and North American medical institutions - a direct pipeline for maintaining up-to-date clinical skills and international exposure.

Cost: Treatment costs at Medicana are 30-40% below equivalent European private hospital rates with the same JCI accreditation standard applied.

Airport Access: Medicana International Istanbul has reasonable access to both Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen, depending on which district the patient stays in.

Visa and Transfers: Standard international patient support including visa invitation letters and transfer coordination.

Why Choose Medicana for Treatment in Turkey

Intraoperative 1.5 Tesla MRI. During brain surgery, real-time MRI guidance allows surgeons to see what they cannot otherwise see during the procedure. Not standard at all hospitals in Istanbul Turkey.

WHO/UNICEF Baby-Friendly Hospital. The only internationally-issued designation that directly evaluates infant health standards. For maternity and IVF patients, it reflects a standard of neonatal care that goes beyond standard hospital certification.

Deep Brain Stimulation. Prof. Akdemir's 40 years of experience and the hospital's DBS capability make Medicana a specific option for Parkinson's disease and other movement disorder patients seeking Istanbul medical tourism.

HIPEC surgery. Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for abdominal cancers is available. Not all cancer centers in Istanbul perform this procedure.

JCI has been continuously maintained since 2010. The Quality Management Department, established specifically to maintain JCI compliance, is an operational detail that reflects serious institutional commitment.

How DivinHeal Connects You

• Step 1: Send reports via WhatsApp or upload a form. 

• Step 2: DivinHeal and Medicana's international team review your case. Cost estimate prepared. 

• Step 3: Right specialist and branch are matched to your diagnosis. 

• Step 4: Travel logistics arranged including visa support and airport transfers. 

• Step 5: On-site coordinator during stay. Post-treatment follow-up through DivinHeal.

Address: Halit Ziya Turkkani Mah. Medikal Park Cd. No:1, Beylikdüzü, İstanbul

Website: medicanainternational.com/en