Lifemed Special Medical Center

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Lifemed Medical Centre specialises in dental care, aesthetic surgery and hair transplants. Founded in 2004, this ISO 9001:2008 certified clinic is located in Istanbul, Turkey. See patient reviews, before/after photos and request prices for surgery abroad. Fill in the form for a free pre-diagnosis. Fast response.

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Lifemed Special Medical Center, Istanbul, Turkey

🏥 Overview

Lifemed Special Medical Center is a private medical centre (tıp merkezi) opened in 2004 on Bağdat Avenue in the Kadıköy district, on the Asian side of Istanbul. It brings together 22 specialties, imaging (MRI, CT, PET/CT), a laboratory, a dental clinic and a hair transplant centre.

The centre is certified ISO 9001 and holds a licence from the Turkish Ministry of Health for health tourism[1][2]. Its dental services (Lifemed Dental) and hair transplant services (Lifemed Hair) are at the same address[2][3]. The official website does not mention any inpatient facilities or operating theatre.

💼 Areas of expertise

Lifemed Special Medical Center covers the following activities:

  • Dental care (Lifemed Dental): zirconia crowns, veneers, dentures, orthodontics, smile design, teeth whitening, root canal treatment; implants and All-on-4 are also advertised[2].
  • Aesthetic medicine and dermatology: Botox, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, mesotherapy, PRP.
  • Hair transplant (Lifemed Hair): sapphire FUE, DHI (Choi Pen), beard, moustache and eyebrow transplants[3].
  • Specialist consultations: cardiology, neurology, gastroenterology, gynaecology, paediatrics, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, orthopaedics, pulmonology, geriatrics, psychiatry, check-ups, as well as an oncology and chemotherapy unit.
  • Imaging and nuclear medicine: MRI, CT, tomosynthesis mammography, Doppler ultrasound, digital radiology, bone densitometry[5], PET/CT and Datscan[6].
Exterior of the Lifemed Special Medical Center building in Kadıköy, Istanbul

💶 Procedure prices

Indicative prices, not published by the establishment (only the quote is binding):

  • Hair transplant: FUE (£1,100 to £1,800) and DHI (£1,500 to £2,200)
  • Dental care: implants (£300 to £450), veneers (£130 to £180), zirconia crowns (£110 to £150), All-on-4 (£3,000 to £4,500)

🧑‍⚕️ Medical team

The official website lists more than 30 practitioners[4], including:

  • Uzm. Dr. Özlem Güzelküçük: dermatology.
  • Op. Dr. Yalçın Yarar: aesthetic medicine.
  • Uzm. Dr. Necati Küçükgül: physical medicine and rehabilitation.
  • Op. Dr. İbrahim Uyguner: ophthalmology.
  • Prof. Dr. Mutlu Cihangiroğlu: interventional radiology.
  • Dt. İrem Barsbey: dental surgery.

🎥 Presentation video

📸 Photos of the clinic

Reception hall of Lifemed Special Medical Center with waiting area

🧭 Your stay step by step

1. Initial contact: online form, telephone or WhatsApp.

2. Preliminary assessment: send photos and medical records for a first evaluation.

3. Planning: personalised quote and appointment booking.

4. Treatment or procedure: on-site consultation, preliminary examinations, then treatment.

5. Follow-up: check-ups scheduled by the doctor before returning to the UK.

✈️ Practical information

Airports:

• Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW): approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic
• Istanbul Airport (IST): approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic

Languages: the official website is in Turkish and English; Lifemed Dental also exists in French and Italian.

International patients: the centre holds a Turkish Ministry of Health licence for health tourism and responds via WhatsApp.

🏨 Hotels near the clinic

📅 Timing and duration

Length of stay: about 3 days for a hair transplant according to Lifemed Hair[3]. For dental treatment, it depends on the treatment plan: implants often require two trips a few months apart.

Procedure duration:
• Dental care: 1 to 3 hours per session
• Hair transplant: 6 to 8 hours

📊 Key facts

IndicatorData
Opened2004
StatusPrivate medical centre (tıp merkezi)
Specialities22 outpatient clinics
CertificationISO 9001
Health tourismTurkish Ministry of Health licence
ImagingMRI, CT, PET/CT, tomosynthesis mammography

❓ FAQ

Lifemed is ISO 9001 certified and holds a Turkish Ministry of Health licence for health tourism. The official website does not mention JCI accreditation.

The centre’s official website is in Turkish and English; Lifemed Dental also has French and Italian versions. Ask the centre if an English-speaking interpreter can be present during your appointment.

The official website does not detail any package including accommodation or transfers. Ask the centre what the quote includes before booking.

Lifemed Hair states that treatment takes an average of 3 days. Allow extra time if a check-up is scheduled before your return flight.

Yes. The centre has an MRI, CT, tomosynthesis mammography, Doppler ultrasound, digital radiology, a nuclear medicine service with PET/CT and an analysis laboratory.

Allow about 40 minutes by car from Sabiha Gökçen and about 1 hour from Istanbul Airport. By public transport, Feneryolu Marmaray station is about a 12-minute walk. The official website does not mention a shuttle service.

📍 Location

Address: Bağdat Caddesi No: 191/A, 34730 Çiftehavuzlar, Kadıköy, Istanbul, Turkey[1]

Access:

• Train: Feneryolu Marmaray station, then about a 12-minute walk along Bağdat Avenue[7]
• Bus: Çiftehavuzlar stop (lines 4, 16, 16D and GZ1 in particular)
• Ferry: Kadıköy terminal, then bus or taxi
• Taxi: from the European side (Sultanahmet, Taksim), the journey crosses the Bosphorus and depends heavily on traffic

Nearby:

• Shops, pharmacies, cafés and restaurants on Bağdat Avenue
• Fenerbahçe Park and seafront
• Kadıköy Market

🔗 Useful links

Doctor consulting with a patient at Lifemed Special Medical Center

🔎 Other interesting articles

🔗 Dental surgery in Turkey: Complete guide and prices
🔗 Aesthetic surgery in Turkey: Everything you need to know
🔗 Medical tourism in Turkey: Practical guide
🔗 Hair transplant prices in Turkey: Comparison

🏁 Conclusion

Lifemed Special Medical Center has been operating since 2004 in Kadıköy. It is particularly suitable for dental care, hair transplants, non-surgical aesthetic medicine and imaging check-ups. The centre is ISO 9001 certified and licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health for health tourism.

The official website does not mention an operating theatre: for aesthetic or bariatric surgery, ask the centre where the procedure would take place. In all cases, request a written quote that specifies what is included.

Reviews of Lifemed Special Medical Center

Lifemed Special Medical Center
4.3
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Andy Millman
Andy Millman
11:00 23 Dec 22
The gentleman who guided us through all the instructions and tests, His name was Yigit who worked at the desk on the first floor. He was so helpful! I can see that he has a very busy, stressful job but he made sure he informed us timely manner and always followed up with our tests. I will be coming here again with our Turkish friends if they have good quality personnel like Mr. Yigit. Thanks again!
Oben Celik
Oben Celik
07:24 11 Oct 22
Horrible place. They book you a time but they never on time. I went there for 5 mins operation and waited almost 45 mins.It is my 3rd day here for treatment after almost 10 days after my first comment. I got booking at 10 am but still doctor is not here after 25 mins. I don't understand why they even bother to book a time slot.
D. A.H.
D. A.H.
16:28 04 Apr 21
My sister and I were planning to do laser hair removal treatment, but weren’t quite sure where to go as it was a bit of a hard decision with all the different options out there, especially with the bitter truth that not all centres use original devices. After a lengthy research and having contacted quite a few medical centres, I happened to come across Lifemed Hospital and had a chat with a lovely lady called Beste who was very professional, kind and helpful. She is pretty informative, honest and is always happy to answer any question I may have. As original devices are used at Lifemed, we decided to book an appointment for consultation. Upon our arrival, we were introduced to Dr. Utkan Kızıltaç who was very professional and knowledgable. He explains everything in details and is very approachable. We are especially pleased with Mr. Kızıltaç’s lovely attitude and superb expertise. Dr. Kızıltaç was very sincere and transparent and advices you which machine is best for you in accordance with the type of hair and skin you have.Dr. Kızıltaç even went out of his way to make our experience easy and straightforward within the department by not letting us feel the language barrier as we don’t speak Turkish.It’s probably a bit early to make a judgement re the treatment as my sister has only had one session so far but she seems happy with the result. The lady who did the session for her seemed friendly, experienced and hygienic. My first session will be taking place soon and we will see how it all goes.
Nil Savci
Nil Savci
06:39 14 Nov 19
I have never seen such an unprofessional rude hospital neither in Turkey nor abroad. All I asked over the phone was 'what is the percentage does Alianz insurance cover the expenses' all I asked for was an approx range, and no one was able to answer my question. This I clearly asked in Turkish, spelling each and every letter, yet the operator scolded me and kept asking questions for over 15 mins I kept telling her Im very sick - then I asked to be transferred to the laboratory, where they also had no clue. Finally I called back to speak to the finance department, and here again I was scolded and told to speak to my insurance! They said that "we can only determine your overall coverage after you are presented with the bill!!"Why should I call My insurance when they can give me a ballpark figure is it 80-90% covered or not. Alianz insurance is a reputable well known insurance company and its each and every hospital that has a separate agreement with them. Please stay away- this is only a moneymaking trap to deceit innocent people and should be reported to the Ministry of Health!
Batyr Amanov
Batyr Amanov
11:33 01 Jun 18
They have PET CT scanning. Results were ready in two days.Stuff is friendly.
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📚 Sources & references

[1] Lifemed Tıp Merkezi. Kurumsal (institutional presentation). Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[2] Lifemed Dental. Home page (ISO 9001 and health tourism certifications). Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[3] Lifemed Hair. Corporate. Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[4] Lifemed Tıp Merkezi. Hekimlerimiz (list of doctors). Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[5] Lifemed Tıp Merkezi. Radiology. Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[6] Lifemed Tıp Merkezi. Nuclear Medicine. Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

[7] Lifemed Tıp Merkezi. Ulaşım (access). Accessed in 2026. Consult the source

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I'm Kevin, the founder of the site. My personal journey has made me understand how important it is to be well informed before a cosmetic, dental, hair or reproductive medicine procedure. Today I want to help those who are considering a medical trip, by offering them information on the procedures, their costs, preparation and post-operative follow-up. Although my articles are written with the greatest care, they in no way replace the personalized advice of a health professional. I invite you to discover my story to better understand my approach.



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