Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a partner establishment β
π₯ Overview
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a multidisciplinary private hospital opened in 2005 in Γmraniye, on the Asian side of Istanbul. It has 270 beds, including 33 in intensive care, 7 operating theatres and 80 outpatient clinics over 40,000 mΒ²[1]. The hospital states it holds JCI accreditation[2].
The hospital uses a Da Vinci surgical robot in urology, general surgery, gynaecological oncology, thoracic, cardiac and ENT surgery[3]. Its international patient services provide interpreters, airport transfers and negotiated rates at 11 partner hotels[4].
πΌ Areas of expertise
- Aesthetic and plastic surgery (rhinoplasty, liposuction, facelift, breast surgery, abdominoplasty)[5]
- Hair transplantation
- Aesthetic medicine (botulinum toxin, chemical peels)
- Bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve)
- IVF (IVF with ICSI, insemination, embryo freezing)[7]
- Integrated oncology and general surgery, including robotic surgery
π©ββοΈMedical teamπ¨ββοΈ
Among the doctors listed on the hospital’s official website:
- Op. Dr Hasan Εahin: aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery[5]
- Op. Dr Merve KarlΔ±: general surgery[6]
- Assoc. Prof. Sema KarakaΕ: reproductive health centre (IVF)[7]
π₯ Video
πΈ Clinic photos
Rooms are hotel-standard, with 75 mΒ² suites and 2,200 mΒ² of waiting areas[1]. Photos are available in the carousel at the top of the page.
π§ Treatment journey
- Contact: send your medical file (photos, recent tests) to get a quote.
- Pre-operative consultation on site, with an interpreter if needed[4].
- Procedure and hospital stay.
- Post-operative follow-up: check-up before departure, then remote follow-up depending on the procedure.
βοΈ Practical information
- Airports: Sabiha Gâkçen (SAW), on the Asian side, is the closest; Istanbul Airport (IST) is on the European side.
- Languages: the hospital website is available in Turkish, English, French, Russian, Kazakh, Arabic and Romanian, and the facility offers interpreting services[4].
- Entry requirements: British citizens can enter Turkey visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with a passport valid for at least 150 days from arrival[8].
- Support: the hospital offers airport reception and transfers, as well as negotiated rates with 11 partner hotels[4].
π¨ Hotels in Istanbul for a stay at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
3 hotels on the European side (ΕiΕli and Bosphorus)
These three hotels are across the Bosphorus from the hospital. To stay near Γmraniye, ask the hospital about its partner hotels[4].
π Indicative length of stay
| Procedure | Operation duration | Recommended stay in Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| Hair transplant | 1 day | 4 to 5 days |
| Gastric sleeve | About 2 hours | 7 days |
π· Indicative prices (GBP)
| Procedure | Hisar Intercontinental Hospital | Price range in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| FUE hair transplant (4,000 grafts) | Β£1,500 | Β£4,000 to Β£15,000 |
| Rhinoplasty | Β£2,800 | Β£5,000 to Β£12,000 |
| Liposuction (3 areas) | Β£2,400 | Β£5,000 to Β£12,000 |
| Gastric sleeve | Β£4,300 | Β£7,000 to Β£15,000 |
| IVF (complete cycle) | Β£3,000 | Β£8,000 to Β£15,000 |
π Key facts
- Opened: 2005[1]
- Capacity: 270 beds, including 33 in intensive care, and 7 operating theatres[1]
- Building: 40,000 mΒ² over 8 floors, 80 outpatient clinics[1]
- Accreditation: JCI, as stated by the hospital[2]
- Equipment: 640-slice CT, 3 Tesla MRI, hyperbaric oxygen therapy centre[1], Da Vinci robot[3]
πͺ Strengths & considerations
| + Strengths | Good to know |
|---|---|
| JCI accreditation claimed, Da Vinci robot, 3 Tesla MRI | Located in Γmraniye, on the Asian side, far from tourist areas |
| General hospital with 33 intensive care beds | Aesthetic surgery is just one specialty among 80 outpatient clinics |
| International patient services and website in English | Traffic lengthens journeys from the European side |
β FAQ
Is Hisar accredited?
The hospital states it holds JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation.
What are the timelines for a hair transplant?
The transplant takes one day. Allow 4 to 5 days in Istanbul for consultation, procedure and first check-up.
Does the staff speak English?
The hospital website is available in English and the international patient services offer interpreters. Request an English-speaking interpreter in advance.
Does the hospital provide airport transfers?
Yes, the international patient services offer airport reception and transfers. Check whether they are included in your quote.
What is the success rate of IVF?
The hospital does not publish success rates. Results depend largely on age and fertility assessment: ask the centre for their figures for your age group. In Turkey, IVF is restricted to married couples and gamete donation is prohibited.
Can I use my international insurance?
The hospital provides detailed invoices; reimbursement depends on your insurer.
Can relatives stay overnight?
A companion can usually stay in the room. Conditions (bedding, meals, supplement) should be confirmed with the hospital before admission.
π Location
- Yamanevler Mah., Site Yolu Cad. No: 7, 34768 Γmraniye, Istanbul
- Access from Taksim: metro M2 to YenikapΔ±, Marmaray to ΓskΓΌdar, then metro M5 to Yamanevler station.
π Useful links
π Other interesting articles:
- π Learn more about liposuction in Turkey
- π More information about ultrasonic rhinoplasty in Istanbul
- π Read our guide on gastric bypass in Turkey
- π Complete guide to dental implants in Istanbul
π¨οΈ Conclusion
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a general hospital on the Asian side of Istanbul that claims JCI accreditation. It suits patients who want surgery in a facility with intensive care, for aesthetic surgery, a gastric sleeve or IVF. To get a quote, send your medical file: the final price depends on the on-site assessment.
Reviews of Hisar Intercontinental Hastanesi
Memunatu Jalloh
15:30 18 Feb 24
All praises and thanks be to Allah for making this journey a success. I have been trying to conceive several years. It was a journey that can't be described but it has been such an incredible experience β¨οΈ. Iam extremely thankful to Dr meryam, nurse Feliz, nurse Sena , my translator Israa and the entire Hisar intercontinental IVF team π May Allah continue to bless your carriers. Thank you for helping us achieving our goal of starting our own family smile β€οΈ π π π π π π π« π€ π
Erza Nila
23:40 26 Feb 24
My father underwent ear surgery due to a perforated eardrum, and after extensive research, we selected Turkey for the procedure. Dr. Yavuz Selim Yildirim played a pivotal role in our decision, supported by commendable reviews for both him and the hospital. We are exceptionally pleased with our choice; Dr. Yavuz's professionalism and kindness make him highly recommended for those seeking an excellent ENT doctor. Additionally, the hospital staff displayed exceptional care and respect from initial communication to our departure, with the nurses demonstrating high levels of professionalism. The patient room and overall hospital environment were meticulously maintained. I trust this information aids in your decision-making process for you and/or your loved ones.
Mikhail Sidorov
17:20 07 Dec 23
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ΠΎΠ²Π°Π½ΠΈΠ΅) Aplha-Insuranse from Russia. Their representatives in Istanbul arranged Ambulance that delivered my grandfather to HISAR.In HISAR there was a person(assistant) assigned to our situation. His name Sadik. He helped us during entire process while being patient with our stressed behavior. He was our liaison between our family and hospitalβs personnel. He did his job very good!Dr.Hasan was also very helpful, because we gave him hard time with all questions and requests.Also, I can not say enough about nurses there. They are extremely knowledgeable, sensitive and proactive with our grandfather. He can not speak at all due to his healt condition. But nurses understood his self-made sign language better than we (his family) did.
Mrs Milner
11:07 10 Aug 23
I have just returned from Hisar Intercontinental Hospital following treatment from Dr Burcin Batman for a Sleeve Gastrectomy. I cannot fault the Drs and nurses, the care and treatment received.The hospital is spotlessly clean, calm and professional, the pre op tests ( Dietician, Blood tests, ECG, Xray, Cardio Ultrasound, Endoscopy) were all undertaken swiftly and with no delays. The operation itself went very smoothly and I was well cared for by all the nurses on the 4th floor in an incredible private suite, making sure that I was in no pain and continually checked. I would not hesitate to recommend the team from start to finish, my coordinator Rumeysa has been incredible, with me at every step and answered all my many concerns. She is still checking in with me now to make sure the healing is going well. I will now have a years aftercare with the team and can message them with any concerns. Thank you so much everyone Iβm so pleased I did my research and chose you, the hospitals JCI accreditation gave me peace of mind and I knew Dr Batman would look after me, you are literally my hero! Tesekkurler π
DanBre
17:12 13 Dec 23
I recently traveled to Turkey - Hisar Hospital to have a gastric sleeve surgery and I am extremely satisfied with the results. The online consultation, admission and procedure was successful and the recovery process went smoothly. The medical staff provided excellent care and support throughout the entire journey as I traveled from North America . I am already noticing significant positive changes not only in my weight but also in overall health. I highly recommend gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Burcin to anyone considering it as a weight loss solution.
Huseynova Kamina
03:35 14 Jun 23
Don't like check ups and doctors, this is always very stressful. But visiting Hisar never gives these feelings. Hospitality, service, attention, professionalism not only Doctors but all working personal is on high level. I have regular visits to this clinic since 2015 and each time i feel myself so much comfortable like in home country. Special thank i would leave here for our translator Mehri, she is such a nice person, attentive, polite, all day was around since moment i entered the door till late evening for several days. I wish her all the best in her carrier and i wish Hisar to have more people like Mehri on board to cover all international visitors.Love this place, highly recommend if clinics in Turkey are being searched.
Baatyrkan Kubanych uulu
12:10 20 Jan 25
This hospital is very well equipped and comfortable. Doctors from oncology department Kivanc Derya Peker and Ummugul Uyeturk are very knowledgeable, experienced, supportive and helpful. They accurately interpreted all obtained analyses and proposed various available types of treatment during consultations. many thanks to them and their assistants. If you are visiting this hospital from Kazakhstan or Kyrgyzstan, try to contact translator whose name is Aikerim. She translates for patients from Turkish into Kazakh or Russian and vice versa. She is very meticulous, super responsible and usually does her best to pass information from doctors to patients in the most accurate way using all available resources and means she has. We never felt indifference from her side when she was translating for us in comparison with previous translator. Kudos to Aikerim who was very empathetic and supportive.
Altaf Patel
10:12 07 Jan 25
Hi. I went for my daughter's hyperhidrosis treatment. Prof Erkan Yildirim suggest ETS surgery. He did excellent job. Hospital staff was amazing. They looked after us very well. Whole process went very smoothly. From airport pickup to dropped off at airport. Surgery results are amazing hyperhidrosis gone forever. I highly recommend Hisar intercontinental Hospital.
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09:39 19 Oct 24
We have been receiving treatment at Hisar Hospital since the beginning of October. Uzbek translator Nisa Hanim was taking care of the patients coming from the Central Asian region. We would like to express our deep gratitude to our doctor GΓΆrkem Turkkan and his team and our translator Nisa. We are also grateful for making all the opportunities available to us and supporting us with treatment fees. We would like to thank them for helping us with accommodation during the treatment process. We recommend that you receive treatment at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. We are very pleased to receive treatment from these highly respected people.
Bakhyt Mukhanova (ΠΠ°Ρ
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05:10 21 Oct 24
I had an IVF and cesarean (October, 2024) at the Hisar Hospital. While i shared my great experience with IVF earlier, in this post i would like to share my experience about pregnancy follow up and delivery with Ob. Dr. Esra. It was my first delivery, and it went so smooth, above my all expectations. I don't regret a single moment that i decided to stick to Dr. Esra and Hisar hospital despite we had options of travelling to my home country Kazakhstan or my new home in Canada. Dr. Esra, the surgery team, nursery unit were very professional and caring during our stay in hospital. I managed to recover after cesarean very quickly.In addition, I would like to thank sincerely the administrative staff, particularly translator Ms. Mehri and Ms. Ghinwa.Mehri is a professional and very caring person, more than just a translator. Thank you Mehri for making ourcommunication with medical staff smooth throughout the whole treatment.
Boyan Dimitrov
07:40 15 Oct 24
Extremely professional, welcoming and warming staff. I'd definitely recommend for any kind of intervention and consultation. I was extremely happy with all the process from the consults, to booking, actual exam and other amenities provided to make this as pleasant as possible. Big thank you to Gulshirin Beshimova and Israa Hisar who navigated us through this process.
JONATHAN WALLACE
13:08 24 Sep 24
I visited Hisar Hospital as an international patient seeking treatment for a chronic condition. The hospital has a wonderful staff of individuals to facilitate visits from out of country, including translation support and transfers to & from the airport, and they have recommendations of local hotels. All of these factors make visiting from abroad an easy and seamless experience.I also found their medical services to be very good. The nursing staff is highly professional and competent. And the doctor who performed my consultation was readily available to discuss my condition and treatment options.I will definitely consider returning to Hisar Hospital if needed.
Andra Cretu-Moldovan
16:40 30 May 24
We had the best experience at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. They have the most experienced team of doctors, that truly care about the patients and don't stop until they find a suitable treatment, no matter the hardships they encounter from all the illneses the patients have. All the staff is very professional, friendly and caring. In our case, we are foreign, so the hospital provided us transfer to and from the hospital and a translator who was by our side each day, throughout all the doctor visits, investigations and ensuring a clear communication with everyone. Thank you Mihaela for everything you have done and continue to do for us!The most important thing for us was the fact that all the doctors communicate with each other. This is very important when a patient has multiple illnesses and the doctors need to take in account all of them, each with it's own treatment plan. Special thanks to Prof Orhan Dalkilic for looking after me and for collaborating with all the other doctors to find a solution for each of my particular problems, you are the best! I would also like to thank Prof Ibrahim Halil Tanboga, Prof Ramazan Gozukucuk and Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak for the expertise, patients and compassionate care offered to us.I know the journey is not over, but I trust that we are in good hands!
Emma Prenderville
10:49 29 Apr 24
Dr. Hasan Sahins work is exceptional. I flew from Ireland to have a tummy tuck and breast implants and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. When I arrived I was nervous about surgery however after my consultation with Dr Hasan I was at ease, he is very professional and friendly which made me feel very comfortable. The entire team took such good care of me which enabled a speedy recovery.
Deanna Mims
13:30 11 May 24
Dr. Hasan Sahin performed a facelift, neck lift, eyebrow lift, and eyelid lift on my mother and she was extremely happy with her results. She booked everything in the US and then flew over to Istanbul and was greeted with great kindness. The whole process was very smooth with several appointments with Dr. Sahin throughout her stay. And if very pleased with her results. Thank you Dr. Sahin!
Gazoo X
08:58 27 Mar 24
I recommend thatExcellent and well-experienced staff. A translator is available in all departments. My experience was good with them, from reception, transportation, and treatment. My experience was with the IVF clinic. All the staff were cooperative and kind in everything, especially Dr. Maryam. Just note that treatment costs are expensive
Elena.S
14:12 06 Mar 24
I want to thank the infant intensive care unit. After giving birth, my baby had a small infection. Doctors immediately took action and began treatment. My baby spent a week in intensive care. First and most importantly, you can visit your baby twice a day, hold him and feed him. Second, you can express milk and nurses will feed your baby milk. third and even more important is the wonderful medical staff, the girls all treat the children with love and care. They are very attentive and surround your child and you with care and support. Many thanks to the nurses who were with my son around the clock and the doctors who provided the best treatment.
Ebrima Njie
08:05 11 Mar 24
Hisar Intercontinental Hastanesi is a good hospital .ExcellentHisar Intercontinental Hastanesi expertise in health care is unmatched. there compassionate care and thorough evaluation have been instrumental in managing my health condition. Hisar Intercontinental Hastanesi personalized treatment approach and attention to detail have instilled confidence in me throughout my journey to better health. I am grateful for there dedication and highly recommend them to anyone in need of excellent health care.
HaSAN AKAy
17:28 06 Apr 22
Outstanding hospital with very capable doctors and staff. Service is top notch where you will feel like a VIP in every department. Patient rooms are very clean and well equipped. Nurses are always ready to help should you need anything while you stay there. Clerical staff are very professional and courteous. We are especially delighted with the care and attention of Dr. Tayfun Apuhan who treated us with outmost kindness as if it was his own family. Hospital building and grounds are modern, furnished with latest technology of medical science. I would easily prefer this place over the best hospital in US or Europe. Highly recommended. Not to mention the cost of care you will receive would be a fraction of those in most western countries.
Alex Ros (Aremidze)
17:13 07 Sep 23
The service in this hospital is at the highest level. if you are from another country and do not know Turkish, you will be provided with a translator. Your medical examination will take place in the most comfortable conditions. Believe me, you will want to be examined here again. I would especially like to mention the girl who helped me, Ilvira. A kind, sweet, smiling girl who was more worried about my problems than her own. At some point it even seemed to me that this was my loved one. She is very caring.
Hasan El hajj
09:15 24 Sep 23
It was a bad experience i took my wife at 8 o'clock of the evening as an emergency case, but her health was stable but need specialist doctor to examine her they didn't even take her temperature they only make ct scan, first thing ask about 6800tl for ct scan, and no one told us to wait in a room we wait in the waiting hall. And even there is no translator, the nurses are good, no hate but i think they only care for money and forget to look after us.
hs kns
12:56 28 Aug 23
I have seen some unprofessionalism at some hospitals in my life, but now I am pretty sure this one is the WORST. On Saturday August 26 2023 at around 19:20, we went to the emergency room. Our patient's blood pressure was the only thing checked, and the rest of the vital signs, along with lung sounds + heart rhythm + abdominal examination, were written in the examination report without being checked. "AteΕ" which means temperature was translated to "fire" in the examination report. They asked us if our patient had nausea, vomiting or diarrhea; we said "NO" but still they wrote the opposite thing in the examination report. The hospital was not crowded and almost empty. They made us wait for an hour and a half just to send the required documents to the insurance company for our international insurance to cover the admission and hospitalization expenses. Meanwhile, they lied and insisted that the insurance company must have received all required documents 30 minutes after we asked the hospital to send the files via email. When I asked the hospital to forward to me the email they "claimed" they sent to the insurance company "within 30 minutes", obviously they did not. 5 minutes after my request, the insurance company called me, and they said that they received some documents from the hospital, but those documents were missing a quote estimation that was already requested from the beginning from the hospital. After a total of 3 hours waiting at the emergency (30 minutes of which the insurance company was responsible for in order to send an approval which is a very normal procedure that the insurance did in a very fast way), those guys at the emergency had the udacity to shamelessly say "oh your insurance company's procedures are very complicated". At the end of this silliness, and when it was time to sign the documents to get admitted, they brought us documents that an international patient logically has nothing to do with. They wanted us to sign something related to "a chronic illness & the government's general health insurance" though our patient was a tourist not a resident & he neither had a confirmed chronic illness nor a government's health insurance (I wanted to make sure I correctly understood the form by asking the guy to provide me with the Turkish version; but he refused due to patient's privacy though this has nothing to do with a patient's privacy and the patient himself asked for it as well). They also wanted us to sign a "treatment approval form" though the planned treatment/tests sections were not even filled out. Our patient got really stressed & angry; he felt so unsafe which is totally his right after all the mess we have seen from this hospital. He tore up the admission documents since nothing was correctly mentioned/filled out, and we left the hospital.At the end of this review, I ask everyone to learn a lesson from what we faced and act accordingly...I also want the hospital to know that this disgusting experience is going to be forwarded to the ministry of health and all concerned government authorities because it is time for everyone to know that A PATIENT'S TIME IS THE MOST PRECIOUS THING & PEOPLE ARE NOT STUPID.
Angel GΓΌell
07:13 22 Jun 24
In January 2024 I had surgery on the hospital for Dr.Hasan Sahin. Correct operation and treatment. They had to give me a Spanish translator and I didn't arrive before I was in the room, I only did the process in English (my English is not good). Operation good, post operation very bad. I lost the results after a month or 2 months, I wrote, sent a photo and they kept telling me, they don't want to take charge. I don't understand, I didn't claim the money, I just propose to go again and have the fat loss fixed. It was a very simple and safely effective intervention. Lie and proven on my body. I do not recommend at all. Even the intermediary has blocked me from WhatsApp so as not to give explanations...
Fadi Mendo
10:46 06 Mar 24
I had a very bad experience, I called them and I took an appointment to do PET-CT, and they said it is for free under SGK, when I went to the hospital they said no it is not free, SGK cannot cover it but we can give you discount.while on their website said SGK can cover it and I asked them by telephone and they took my TC number and they said yes for you it is free under SGK, but they lied to bring me to hospital and then give me discount.
