Yeditepe University Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
🏥 Presentation
Yeditepe University Hospital is the hospital network of the private Yeditepe University, on the Asian side of Istanbul. It comprises the Kozyatağı Hospital (opened in 2005) and Koşuyolu Hospital, a dental hospital and an ophthalmology centre, and has announced JCI accreditation since 2007.
Kozyatağı Hospital has 190 beds and is equipped with a 3 Tesla MRI, a PET-CT and a gamma camera[2]. Koşuyolu Hospital, inaugurated in 2018, has 180 beds, 9 operating theatres and 6 intensive care beds; it focuses on neurosciences and oncology, with a 3 Tesla intraoperative MRI[3][4]. The group reports having welcomed patients from more than 100 countries[1].
💼 Areas of expertise
- Neurosurgery and neurology
- Cardiology and cardiovascular surgery
- Oncology, haematology and bone marrow transplantation
- Obesity surgery
- Reproductive medicine (IVF) and genetic diagnosis
- Dental care and implants (dental hospital)
- Ophthalmology (ophthalmology centre)
💶 Procedure prices
| Procedure | Yeditepe University Hospital | Average price in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| Gastrectomy (bariatric) | from £4,700 | £8,000 to £12,000 |
| Laser eye surgery (LASIK) | £1,030 per eye | £1,500 to £2,500 per eye |
| Dental implant | £690 | £1,500 to £2,500 |
| Brain surgery (neurinoma) | from £12,900 | Generally covered by your healthcare system |
Indicative prices, not published by the establishment: only the quote is authoritative.
🧑⚕️ Team
- Prof. Dr. Uğur Türe: Head of Neurosurgery, Koşuyolu Hospital[5]
- Prof. Dr. Can Yücel Karabay: Interventional Cardiology, Kozyatağı Hospital[6]
- Prof. Dr. Gazanfer Ekinci: Radiology
- Prof. Dr. Fahrettin Keleştemur: Endocrinology, Medical Coordinator of Yeditepe Hospitals[7]
🎥 Presentation video
📸 Photos of the clinic
🧭 Stay process
- Send medical records and request a quote
- Consultation with the specialist upon arrival
- Admission, procedure and hospitalisation
- Check-up before return and post-operative follow-up
✈️ Practical information
- Airports: Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), the closest, on the Asian side; Istanbul Airport (IST), on the European side
- Formalities: UK citizens do not need a visa for tourist visits up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Check current requirements with Turkish authorities before travelling[8].
- Languages: the establishment’s international website is available in English, French, Russian and Arabic[1]
🏨 Hotels near the hospital
📅 Timelines & duration
- Appointment delay: varies by speciality, to be confirmed with the establishment
- Length of stay and procedure: specified in the quote according to the procedure
📊 Key facts
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Opening of Kozyatağı Hospital | 2005 |
| Beds | 190 (Kozyatağı) and 180 (Koşuyolu) |
| Operating theatres and intensive care (Koşuyolu) | 9 operating theatres, 6 intensive care beds |
| Accreditation | JCI announced since 2007 (Academic Medical Center) |
❓ FAQ
Can I get assistance in English?
The international website of Yeditepe University Hospital is available in English. The presence of an English-speaking interpreter during consultations and hospitalisation should be confirmed with the establishment when requesting a quote.
What are the average waiting times for an appointment?
Waiting times vary by speciality and doctor. The establishment provides them after reviewing the medical file.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Accepted payment methods are indicated by the establishment with the quote. Ask for them in writing before departure.
Is there post-operative accommodation?
After a procedure, the patient stays in hospital for the time determined by the surgeon. For the rest of the recovery, several hotels are located in the Ataşehir district, near Kozyatağı Hospital.
What documents are required for foreign patients?
UK citizens can enter Turkey without a visa for stays up to 90 days, with a valid passport. Also bring your complete medical file and recent test results.
Is the establishment JCI accredited?
Yeditepe University Hospital announces JCI accreditation obtained in 2007, renewed since, including a re-accreditation in 2025 of Koşuyolu Hospital and the ophthalmology centre according to Academic Medical Center standards.
How is remote post-operative follow-up handled?
The follow-up arrangements after returning to the UK (reports, remote exchanges) should be defined with the surgeon before the procedure. Keep a referring doctor in the UK for check-ups.
📍 Location
Address (Kozyatağı Hospital): İçerenköy Mah. Hastahane Sok. No 4, 4/1, 34752 Ataşehir, İstanbul, Turkey[2]
Koşuyolu Hospital: Koşuyolu Mah. Koşuyolu Cad. No 168, 34718 Kadıköy, İstanbul, Turkey[3]
Directions from the city centre (Taksim):
- 🚇 Metro and train: M2 from Taksim to Yenikapı, Marmaray to Ayrılık Çeşmesi, then M4 to Kozyatağı station, close to the hospital.
- 🚖 Taxi: the journey crosses the Bosphorus; its duration depends heavily on traffic.
🔗 Useful links
🔎 Other interesting articles
- Cosmetic surgery in Turkey
- Medical tourism in Turkey
- Dental surgery in Turkey
- Bariatric surgery in Turkey
🏁 Conclusion
Yeditepe University Hospital is a private university hospital group in Istanbul, with two general hospitals, a dental hospital and an ophthalmology centre. It announces JCI accreditation and highlights neurosurgery and oncology. Prices and English-speaking support are confirmed at the time of quotation.
