Baskent University Hospital
Istanbul
, Turkey
25
reviews
Price level Medium
JCI American medical facility accreditation
2007
year of foundation
125
beds
4000
surgery per year
609
experienced professors
About clinic
Başkent University Hospital in Istanbul is a large multidisciplinary medical center at the European level. It is part of a group of 10 Baskent University Hospitals.
Başkent Hospital is also a major center for organ and tissue transplantation. More than 142 heart transplants have been performed here.
Among the most demanded medical services are cancer treatment and all types of surgical operations. Foreign patients in the clinic undergo IVF, kidney, liver, and bone marrow transplantation.
All areas of modern medicine are represented in Başkent Hospital. There are high-tech specialized centers. Every year, doctors treat 7,000 inpatients and 180,000 outpatients. Surgeons perform more than 4,000 complex operations per year.
More about Başkent Hospital
The first clinic in Başkent began its work as an Organ Transplantation and Burn Treatment Center in 1982 under the guidance of a world-class transplantologist, Prof. Dr. Mehmet Haberal. The founder and president of the Turkish Transplant Society, Haberal was the first in the country to perform a kidney transplantation from a living donor, a liver transplantation from a deceased donor, and segmental liver transplantation to a child from a living adult donor.
Liver transplantation in Başkent Hospital in Istanbul
The liver transplantation program has been operating since 1988. To date, 698 liver transplantations have been successfully performed at the Center for Organ and Tissue Transplantation. The donor of this organ, in most cases, are relatives of patients.
Most often, liver transplantation is performed in children with a congenital disease called atresia (absence) of the biliary tract (20%) and in adult patients with severe hepatitis B (57%). In children, the 5-year survival rate after liver transplantation in Başkent Hospital is 90% and the 10-year survival rate is 81%. In adults, the 5-year survival rate is 79.3% and the 10-year survival rate is 74% (data taken from an article in the international journal Transplantation).
Cancer treatment at Başkent Hospital in Istanbul
With the help of the computerized Monaco Treatment Planning System and the unique Elekta Access linear accelerator, radiologists perform all radiotherapy options. This treatment is possible for all types of cancer. Doctors use Gamma Knife radiosurgery to remove brain tumors. This radiation gives a chance for recovery with minimal side effects from radiation therapy.
Adult and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Başkent Hospital in Istanbul
The main direction of the pediatric cardiac surgery department is surgery for congenital heart defects. Pediatric cardiac surgeons perform 650 operations per year, in most cases in newborns and in the first year of life.
In adult patients, surgeons perform more than 1,000 heart and vascular surgeries every year, including endovascular (without incisions, with the help of catheters) prosthetics of an aortic aneurysm. Most operations are minimally invasive interventions with a short rehabilitation period.
IVF in Başkent Hospital in Istanbul
In the IVF Center, men and women from other countries have access to all the most modern methods of infertility treatment. The IVF pregnancy rate is 30-68%, depending on the age of the patient in the range from 18 to 42 years (data taken from an article on the most authoritative medical resource PubMed).
The advantage of treatment at Başkent Hospital for foreign patients
Başkent University Hospital in Istanbul attracts residents from many countries with quality medical services at relatively affordable prices. With high success rates of operations (on a par with European hospitals), the cost of services at Başkent Hospital will be about 30% cheaper.
Başkent University Hospital for foreigners is not only an optimal ratio of cost and result of treatment but also maximum care with comfort for patients.
The best specialties of the hospital
All
Cardiosurgery
IVF
Neurology
Neurosurgery
Oncology
Orthopedy
Surgery
Urology, nephrology
özgür sağ
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Uterine fibroid
I would like to express my immense gratitude to my esteemed physician, the obstetrics and gynecology specialist, Associate Professor Dr. Emine Arslan, who performed my fibroid removal surgery (myomectomy) on May 8, and it was a success. I also sincerely thank all the attentive hospital staff. 🙏
09/05/2026
Okan Yildiz
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Radiological examination
Our physician in the radiology department and his entire team are truly very attentive and friendly. They never tire of answering any questions and perform their work very thoroughly. I thank each of them individually. May there be more specialists like them, and I wish everyone good health. 👏
06/05/2026
Şener Cam
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Cardiology
Excellent hospital. Thank you to doctors Omer, Hakan and Seckin for their attention and professionalism.
25/03/2026
Filiz A.
3/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Physiotherapy / rehabilitation
I completed 30 physiotherapy sessions. The result was not very good; the treatment was standard, without an individual approach. But I would like to thank some of the physiotherapists for their professionalism and kindness.
12/02/2026
Alptheking
3/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: examination
For a private hospital, the queues are too long and the appointment times are poorly respected.
10/01/2026
Ülkü Geçkin
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: General surgery, operations
My husband was operated on twice by Dr. Ahmet Serdar, and everything went very well. Thank you to the nurses and staff.
28/12/2025
Hikmet Kerim Sucu
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Kidney transplantation
I stayed in the hospital for 10 days as a companion after my ex-wife’s kidney transplant surgery. I would like to express my gratitude to all the staff, especially Professor Eyup Kulah and the transplant team, as well as the nurses, doctors, administration, technical staff and kitchen.
22/12/2025
Tangün UZER EMİRCAN
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Neonatology, neonatal intensive care unit
Our twins (32+2 weeks) spent 25 days in the neonatal intensive care unit. The nurses were attentive, and the doctor was friendly and knowledgeable. They answered all our questions in detail and with patience. Even after discharge, we did not feel forgotten and were helped when needed. Many thanks to the entire hospital team.
14/12/2025
Rex Tescan
1/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Cardiology
Very poor hospital. You pay for the consultation, but the doctor does almost nothing, sometimes just listens with a stethoscope. They don’t do an ultrasound; additional examinations are paid for and booked separately. Very expensive, the service is worse than a public hospital. I do not recommend it.
10/11/2025
Mike Jones
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: family treatment
I came several times with my mother. The staff is very professional and friendly. You can see several doctors in one day and have tests done. Highly recommend.
02/10/2025
Fahir I.
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Inpatient treatment, neurology and care
We stayed in the hospital for 12 days. Dr. Aynur Yilmaz Avci supervised the treatment with great professionalism. The nurses worked very hard but were always friendly. The kitchen and cleaning staff and the whole team deserve thanks.
15/08/2025
Münevver Türkay
4/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Endocrinology
Dr. Sule Temizkan is a very attentive physician; she made the correct diagnosis and helped restore my health. I thank her for her professionalism.
05/06/2025
Ahu K.
4/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Endocrinology, general surgery
I have been visiting these departments for several years. Dr. Sule and Dr. Ali Ilker are very good doctors. The radiology, laboratory and service are also good.
18/04/2025
Chelsey Pelicci
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Postoperative care, surgery
I recently had surgery at this hospital, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. The staff were very attentive and used Google Translate to communicate with me. Everyone was caring and always smiling. I was very nervous, but the staff helped me feel calm, and my husband and I were well looked after. Many thanks to all the hospital staff and to my surgeon.
02/06/2024
Soner O.
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Laboratory diagnostics
I used their laboratory for a blood test and was pleased with the organization. Ms. Beyza was exceptional during the blood draw — I felt nothing at all. Mr. Recep was very friendly and reassuring. The girls at the laboratory reception were attentive and processed all the paperwork professionally. The results were ready in about 2 hours, as promised. Overall, the process went very smoothly, and I really appreciated it.
18/05/2024
minerva147
3/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Dental treatment
I’m sorry to say this, but the doctors in the dental department have serious communication problems. You literally have to drag information out of them. As for which recommendations to follow after the procedure performed on me, I had to search for the information online myself, and only that way did I find out everything — that is how absent the feedback is. The doctors are very gloomy and unwelcoming.
I observed this problem with three different doctors. How well their work was done and how long the result will last, only time will tell.
14/07/2023
Dilek I.
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: treatment
Excellent hospital, an exceptional team, they help with everything from A to Z. I can recommend it to everyone. Thank you for your care.
10/09/2022
Alessandro Cataldo
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: hair transplant
I would like to thank the hair transplant department and the head of the department, Dr. Ergen, for their personal attention. This is a university hospital, not a private clinic. The doctor provides realistic information. I am satisfied with the result already at 6 months. I recommend it in every respect.
12/08/2022
Lily G
1/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: surgery
Dear management of Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, my name is Leila, and I am writing this letter of thanks and a review for nurse Gülfeda Akyol, who works on the 2nd floor (Oymacı Sk. No:7 Kat 2). I met her after my surgery (abdominoplasty and liposuction by Dr. Raza Cagri Sade). I needed to stay in the hospital for 4 nights. Among all the staff, she showed the utmost care, support and kindness, helping me through severe pain, even in the most difficult moments. Despite the language barrier (I am from Australia), she showed respect and professionalism.
During my stay there were also negative situations: some staff were rude, and one doctor refused to come and examine me, telling me to wait until morning. Despite this, I am grateful to the individual nurses and recommend the hospital thanks to people like Gülfeda and Kobra.
05/03/2022
Haşim Bahadır Ayeş
2/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Kidney transplantation
After the kidney transplant, the doctors were okay, but the rest of the staff were weak. The nurses were poorly organized; I had to wait for the room to be cleaned even after the scheduled time. Many systemic problems. I do not recommend it.
01/10/2020
Ayla Bayrakdar
2/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: Immunological and rheumatological examination
The Istanbul hospital is not sufficiently organized as an institution. The doctors are good and attentive, but the staff is really very unprofessional. I visited the immunology and rheumatology departments, as well as the laboratory, and in all cases I encountered problems. The staff are inattentive, insufficiently competent, with an ‘I don’t care’ attitude and arrogant behavior, which makes the hospital resemble a public one.
Since I have used private medical institutions all my life, I have something to compare it with. This is the worst private hospital I have ever visited. I had never had conflicts at private clinics before, but here they happened almost everywhere.
I have no complaints about the doctors, I am satisfied with them.
18/05/2018
Vladislav
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: urological examination
One of the best hospitals. Everything is very beautiful, the equipment of the clinic is simply excellent. In my opinion, the only drawback is the high cost of services.
Natalia
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: medical examination
I underwent examinations, I liked that doctors was very attentive, they tried to do everything quickly without delays, the translators were very helpful and explained everything clearly.
Anna
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: surgical operation
Everything is alright. Upon arrival at the airport, we were organized a transfer, brought to the hotel. The next day, we had tests and an operation. The first night was incomprehensible (after anesthesia), but we overcame it. And then the rehabilitation process began.
Tamara
5/5
Clinic: Baskent University Hospital
Diagnosis: surgical operation
I was very pleased that everything went as promised. The doctor is just a brilliant specialist. The staff, the translator, and the entire survey program were very well organized. If I had to do the operation again, I would have chosen only this clinic. Many thanks to everyone!
Cost of diagnostics and operations
Transplantology
| Kidney transplant from a living donor | Enquire price | |
| Kidney transplant from a deceased donor | Enquire price | |
| Paired kidney exchange transplant | Enquire price | |
| Liver transplant from a living donor | Enquire price | |
| Liver transplant from a deceased donor | Enquire price | |
| Heart transplant | Enquire price | |
| Ventricular assist device implantation | Enquire price | |
| Corneal transplant | Enquire price |
Cardiac and vascular surgery
| Adult cardiac surgery | Enquire price | |
| Pediatric cardiac surgery | Enquire price | |
| Vascular surgery | Enquire price | |
| Stent graft placement | Enquire price | |
| Thoracic surgery | Enquire price | |
| Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) | Enquire price |
Gastroenterology and general surgery
| Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) | Enquire price | |
| Endoscopic procedures | Enquire price | |
| Laparoscopic surgery | Enquire price | |
| Single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) | Enquire price | |
| NanoKnife (irreversible electroporation) | Enquire price |
Endocrinology and nephrology
| Radioactive iodine therapy | Enquire price | |
| Minimally invasive endocrine surgery | Enquire price | |
| Hemodialysis | Enquire price | |
| Peritoneal dialysis | Enquire price | |
| Tissue typing (HLA) | Enquire price |
Dermatology
| Narrowband UVB phototherapy | Enquire price | |
| PUVA therapy | Enquire price | |
| Diphencyprone immunotherapy | Enquire price | |
| Iontophoresis | Enquire price | |
| Cryotherapy and electrosurgery | Enquire price |
Otorhinolaryngology
| Cochlear implant placement | 20 000 - 32 000 $ | Enquire price |
Plastic surgery and burn treatment
| Rhinoplasty | 2 800 - 4 200 $ | Enquire price |
| Burn treatment | Enquire price |
Best clinic’s doctors
Mehmet Haberal
Transplant surgeon, general surgeon
Work experience:
more than 50 years
About the Doctor
Specialization:
- Kidney transplantation (from living and deceased donors)
- Liver transplantation
- General and abdominal surgery
- Burn treatment
Education:
- 1967 — Faculty of Medicine, Ankara University
- Residency in general surgery at Hacettepe University Medical School (Ankara)
- Fellowship in burn treatment at the Shriners Burn Institute and John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Texas (USA)
- Fellowship in transplantation under Professor Thomas Starzl at the Transplantation Center of the University of Colorado Medical School, Denver (USA)
Clinical experience:
- The first transplant surgeon in Turkey
- In 1975 performed the first living-donor kidney transplantation in Turkey
- In 1978 performed the first deceased-donor kidney transplantation in Turkey
- Founder and president of Başkent University (Ankara, 1993)
- Author of nearly 2,000 scientific publications and several books
Memberships in associations:
- Founder of the Middle East Society for Organ Transplantation (MESOT)
- Founder of the Turkish Transplantation Society
- Honorary Foreign Member of the American Surgical Association
- Member of the Institute of Medicine of the US National Academy of Sciences
Ismet Teoman Benli
Orthopedist, traumatologist
Work experience:
more than 35 years
About the Doctor
Specialization:
- Spinal surgery
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Traumatology
- Joint replacement (arthroplasty)
- Reconstructive surgery and musculoskeletal tumor surgery
Education:
- 1986 — Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University
- 1992 — specialization in orthopedics and traumatology at SSK Ankara Training and Research Hospital
- 1991–1992 — research fellowship in spinal surgery at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital, Dallas (USA)
Clinical experience:
- 1995 — Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
- 2006 — Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology
- More than 30 years of practice in spinal surgery and pediatric orthopedics
- Author of numerous scientific publications on spinal surgery
Memberships in associations:
- Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
- Turkish Spine Surgery Society
Deniz Suha Kucukaksu
Cardiac surgeon, heart transplant surgeon
Work experience:
more than 35 years
About the Doctor
Specialization:
- Adult and pediatric cardiac surgery
- Heart transplantation
- Mechanical circulatory support systems and artificial heart (LVAD)
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (including off-pump)
- Heart valve replacement and aortic surgery (EVAR/TEVAR)
Education:
- Medical and surgical training in Turkey
- Fellowships in cardiac surgery in Germany, France and the USA
- Advanced training in ventricular assist device (LVAD) systems and heart failure surgery
Clinical experience:
- Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University (Istanbul)
- One of the pioneers of mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
- Established heart transplant centers at several institutions
- Performed total artificial heart implantations and hybrid cardiovascular procedures
- Held senior academic and administrative positions, including professorships and a vice deanship of a faculty of medicine
Memberships in associations:
- Founding member and active leader of several professional societies in cardiovascular surgery and artificial organs
- Recipient of national and international awards for contributions to cardiac surgery
Ali Inal
Allergist, immunologist
Work experience:
more than 25 years
About the Doctor
Specialization:
- Clinical immunology
- Allergology
- Clinical microbiology and infectious diseases
- Transplant immunology and tissue typing
Education:
- Specialization in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases
- Fellowship in clinical immunology and allergy
Clinical experience:
- Professor in the Department of Immunology and Allergy at Başkent University (Istanbul)
- Has led the Immunology and Tissue Typing Laboratories for more than 20 years
- Made a significant contribution to the development of transplant and diagnostic immunology
- Research areas: donor-specific antibodies and transplant rejection, autoimmunity, primary immunodeficiencies, cytokine storm in COVID-19
- Author of numerous scientific publications, recipient of research awards and grants
Memberships in associations:
- Participant in national and international congresses on clinical immunology, infectious diseases and transplantation immunogenetics
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Published 13.03.2020, Updated 28.10.2026
