Q: How much am I likely to save on health treatments in Turkey?
A: Elective and cosmetic surgery and dentistry is very competitively priced in Turkey. Costs are much lower than in the UK, US and other European countries even with the cost for accommodation, flights etc. For more information, please see our section on costs.
Q: Can I choose my doctor/surgeon for private procedures?
A: This will depend on the provider's facilities, the procedure you wish to have done, and when you wish to have it. It is unlikely that a hospital or dental office will refuse the request for a specific practitioner but if the medical condition warrants a particular specialist, or if the preferred doctor is unavailable for the procedure, you might have to go with their own recommendation.
Q: How do I find out about a medical professional's qualifications?
A: See our section about medical training and accreditation in Turkey.
Q: How do I check the safety records of the hospital/clinic/medical professional?
A: A good hospital/professional will be proud of their success rates and safety records so ask to see them. Inspections, safety records, success rates, and other important statistics should be published on their websites. Additionally, you could try searching a hospital’s name along with search terms like 'success rate', 'mortality rate', 'safety inspections', 'malpractice', 'error rates', 'legal action', 'settlements'. See our section on checking out the hospital or clinic
Q: Should I take my own medication with me, or will I be able to get most medicines in Turkey?
A: Most medicines are available in Turkey, but if you have a very specific prescription it is advisable to take it with you to Turkey, rather than relying on obtaining it there.
Q: Do I need to take out insurance for my medical treatment abroad?
A: Yes, it is very important to have some sort of cover for your trip. Ask your hospital or broker for their recommendations, as at present there are few travel insurance companies offering policies specifically for medical tourists. See the Treatment Abroad guide to insurance for medical travel for details of suitable travel insurance policies.
Q: I've got health insurance - will I be covered for my procedure on this policy?
A: It's doubtful. You will need to check with your insurance company.
Q: What happens if I (or one of my travelling companions) need to see a doctor in Turkey?
A: Ask your hotel or check in the local pharmacy for the number of a recommended doctor (many hotels have a doctor on call). Alternatively, you can pay to see a private practice GP. If you have travel insurance, keep all the receipts and make a claim when you return home.
Q: Can I use my European Health Insurance Card to see a private doctor in Turkey?
A: No. The EHIC is not valid in Turkey.
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