Turkey is a major actor in the field of tourism and healthcare. There are many reasons why about 20 million people have chosen Turkey as a medical tourism destination over the past 20 years.
Turkey's advantage in medical tourism is the high number of accredited hospitals in ophthalmic surgeries, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, hair transplantation, dental aesthetics and oncology treatments as well as its affordable prices, and high-quality service.
Many people come to Turkey because of the cost, quality, waiting period and ultra-modern facilities in the healthcare sector.
Turkey provides better quality treatment at lower cost than Europe, the United States and other Western countries. Certain surgical procedures are 90% less expensive than in other countries. In addition, Turkey combines the best in healthcare with an exceptional vacation.
The International Medical Travel Journal (IMTJ) has ranked Turkey the third largest medical tourism destination. The USA was ranked first, South Korea was ranked second, Thailand was ranked fourth and Germany was ranked fifth. In addition to its impressive credential, some hospitals have partnerships with top US hospitals such as Harvard Medical Center and Johns Hopkins and are staffed with many highly qualified, English-speaking, Western-trained physicians. Additionally, many hospitals provide 5-star accommodations for patients and their families.
Why choose Turkey as a preferred destination for medical tourism:
1) Medical treatment prices in Turkey are 60% lower than in Europe and the United States.
2) The excellent reputation of Turkey's doctors around the world.
3) High success rates in surgical and cosmetic operations.
4)Turkish hospitals are eager to continually improve their equipment and appliances, according to the latest innovations in medical engineering techniques.
5) The high quality of medical operations, according to international standards.
6) Turkey's special geographical location, which allows quick access for tourists, 7) also makes tickets prices available to everyone.
8) Easy visa and residency requirements.
9) Low-cost hotels and transportation available 24 hours a day.
10) The tourist facilities, attractions of all kinds, natural landscapes and historic monuments offer the patient the possibility to enjoy a real tourist trip combined with his therapeutic journey.
11) Cultural similarity between Turkish culture and Eastern culture on one side, and European culture on the other.
12) Most Turkish doctors, trained in Europe and the United States, return to Turkey with their professional experience.
13) Four Turkish hospitals are among the top 10 hospitals in the Middle East, according to the (Ranking Web of Hospitals) including one hospital, ranked first in the list of European hospitals and third in the world.
14) The legislation for hospitals and medical centers in Turkey is one of the best in the world.
15) Availability of all medicinal products and medicaments.
16) Cosmetic surgeries and procedures do not require a waiting list.
17) A follow-up service for patients from their arrival at the airport until their departure.
18) Many medical service companies accompany patients who come to Turkey for treatment, such as OREC Clinic, which offers its customers accommodation in five-star hotels as well as a transfer service from the airport to the hospital. It also provides them with a free translation service so they can easily communicate with their attending doctor.
19) Low-cost care, including travel expenses, up to 30-90% less than in the USA or Europe.
20) Tourists prefer to perform surgical procedures in Turkey, which are not covered by social security or not insured in their country.
