Joint treatment in Turkey: we help you choose a hospital and an orthopedic surgeon for non-surgical therapy, arthroscopy or joint replacement. First a doctor reviews your scans and reports, then you compare programs from several hospitals.
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Joint treatment in Turkey is chosen according to the diagnosis and the degree of damage: non-surgical methods are considered in early stages, arthroscopy for ligament and meniscus injuries, and joint replacement when the joint is badly damaged. Innovative techniques include robotic MAKOplasty joint replacement.
Non-surgical treatment
medication and physiotherapy in early stages
Anti-inflammatory drugs, physiotherapy and exercise are used to reduce pain and keep the joint mobile. When the joint is badly damaged, these methods help less.
PRP therapy and stem cells
non-surgical options for selected cases
PRP therapy is a joint injection treatment with the patient's own platelet-rich plasma. Stem cell treatment is considered when indicated, and the orthopedic surgeon decides whether it is possible.
Arthroscopy
minimally invasive surgery through small punctures
Arthroscopy is used for meniscus and ligament tears, cartilage damage and to examine the inside of the joint. The surgeon works through small punctures with a camera and instruments.
Knee replacement
joint replacement for advanced knee osteoarthritis
The damaged joint surfaces are replaced with an artificial implant, and Turkish hospitals also offer cementless knee replacement. The patient starts getting up the day after surgery.
Hip replacement in Turkey can be done through an anterior approach and with a robotic system. The orthopedic surgeon chooses the method and implant type based on your scans.
Treatment combines two types of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs: basic anti-inflammatory and genetically engineered (biological) ones. They reduce inflammation and slow joint damage.
Rehabilitation
after surgery or a course of treatment
Exercise and physiotherapy help restore range of motion. Rehabilitation is also available at centers in Turkish thermal resorts.
Which treatment methods suit your case?
Our doctor-coordinator will review your medical records and find a specialist to assess your treatment options.
A CLINIC FOR YOUR DIAGNOSIS
Best hospitals for joint treatment in Turkey
Why we suggest these clinics
When selecting clinics, our doctor-coordinators consider the specialists' experience in treating joint conditions, the clinic's capabilities and our experience supporting patients there. We recommend a specific doctor and clinic after reviewing your medical records.
OrthopedicsSTRYKER and LIMA training centerJCI standards
Why patients consider this hospital for joint treatment
Orthopedics and a joint replacement training center
The hospital specializes in surgery and orthopedics and is a training center for the orthopedic implant manufacturers STRYKER and LIMA. It is also a training center for unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) and an AOSPINE center of excellence.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Medicabil is a multidisciplinary medical center in Bursa that has been operating since 2011 and treats adults and children. The hospital meets JCI international quality standards and provides care in 147 specializations.
Certificates and accreditations
ISO 9001-2008.
Training Center of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (UBE)
Training Center for American Orthopaedic Prosthesis Producer STRYKER
Training Center for Italian Orthopaedic Producer LIMA
Center of Excellence for AOSPINE
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
Why patients consider this hospital for joint treatment
A private hospital with an orthopedic profile
The hospital specializes in orthopedic, cancer, cardiac and neurological conditions. It is located in Sakarya, about 45 minutes from Istanbul.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Adatip is a private multidisciplinary medical center founded in 1995. It treats adults and children in more than 40 fields, and its quality is confirmed by ISO certification.
Certificates and accreditations
ISO 10002
ISO 9001
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
University hospitalMultidisciplinary centerJCI accreditation
Why patients consider this hospital for joint treatment
A university hospital in Istanbul
A multidisciplinary university hospital with high-tech equipment, where joint diagnosis and treatment can be done in one place. The coordinator agrees on the department and orthopedic surgeon for your case before you travel.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Medipol in Istanbul is one of the largest private medical centers in Turkey. The hospital is JCI-accredited.
Certificates and accreditations
JCI American accreditation
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
Memorial networkMinimally invasive surgeryJCI accreditation
Why patients consider this hospital for joint treatment
A well-known hospital network on the coast
The medical center belongs to one of the best-known private healthcare networks in Turkey. Its doctors have international experience and use minimally invasive surgical methods.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Memorial Antalya is a modern medical center with comprehensive diagnostics and a personalized approach to each patient. The coordinator will check the capabilities of its orthopedic department before you travel.
Certificates and accreditations
JCI American accreditation of medical institutions
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
2006 year of foundation212 number of beds10000 amount operations per year4,3 Testimonials in Google
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital in Istanbul is a modern multidisciplinary medical center operating in accordance with international quality standards. The facility is JCI-accredited and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for accurate diagnosis and treatment. It employs experienced doctors of various specializations, many of whom have undergone training abroad. For foreign patients, the clinic offers a full range of services: transportation, interpreters, and comfortable accommodation.
The cost depends on the method, the joint, the type of implant and the hospital. According to the hospitals, prices for joint treatment in Turkey are 30-40% lower than in many other countries with strong orthopedics, such as Israel, Germany, Italy and South Korea. The hospital gives the exact price after reviewing your scans, and Experts Medical services are free for patients.
Approximate treatment costs
Treatment / service
Cost
What affects the cost
Knee arthroscopy
from $1,250
Extent of surgery and hospital
Knee replacement
from $4,000
Type of implant and length of stay
Hip replacement
from $4,500
Implant model and surgical approach
MAKOplasty hip replacement
from $13,300
Robotic technology and hospital
Stem cell treatment
from $3,400
Indications and number of procedures
Prices are approximate. The final cost depends on your personalized treatment plan and the services included.
Doctor selection and support are free of charge for you.
No markups. You pay for treatment directly at the clinic.
How the price is formed and what the budget includes
What affects the cost
The treatment method and extent, the chosen clinic, the length of hospital stay and the need for additional tests.
Which medical expenses to check
Tests, doctors’ fees, inpatient stay, medication and follow-up consultations. What is included depends on the program.
Which travel expenses to plan for
Flights, accommodation outside the clinic, transfers, an interpreter and a companion’s stay. The doctor-coordinator will clarify what is included in the offer and what is paid separately.
Our medical board selects a doctor experienced in treating your specific diagnosis. We rely on the results of their previous patients, the clinic's capabilities and your budget.
35+years of experience
Orthopedics · joint replacement
Prof. Omer Faruk Bilgen
Surgeon, orthopedist
Professor who performs robotic and non-robotic joint replacement. Also performs revision arthroplasty and custom-made prosthesis surgery and works as an education advisor and lecturer for STRYKER.
Experience and achievements+
Specialization: orthopedics and traumatology.
He performs Robotic and Non-Robotic Arthroplasty Surgeries, Tumour Prosthesis Surgeries, Revision Arthroplasty Surgeries, and Custom Made Prosthesis Surgeries. The majority of his surgeries come from the Adult Re-Constructive field.
He is working as Education Advisor and Lecturer for STRYKER, USA.
12+years of experience
Orthopedics · joint-sparing surgery
Ibrahim Azboy
Orthopedist
Professor specializing in joint-sparing surgery and joint replacement. Treats hip osteoarthritis, meniscus and ligament tears and is a board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.
Experience and achievements+
Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a well-known specialist in the field of orthopedics and traumatology with extensive work experience. He performs joint-sparing operations and endoprosthetics.
Specialization:
coxarthrosis;
rupture of the meniscus;
rupture of the bond;
aseptic necrosis of the femoral head;
arthrosis
Education:
1994-2001 – Doctor of Medicine degree at the Faculty of Medicine of Hacettepe University;
2002-2008 – residency in orthopedics and traumatology at the Teaching and Research Hospital of the Ministry of Health in Istanbul.
Dr. Azboy is working on his PhD in clinical anatomy at Istanbul Medipol University.
Membership in international organizations:
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons;
International Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT);
European Hip Society (EHS);
Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty (KADAD);
Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Association of Traumatologists (TOTBID);
Turkish Educational Council of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTEK);
Turkish Medical Association (TTB);
Traumatology Association.
Dr. Azboy is also a board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.
13+years of experience
Memorial Lara, Antalya · orthopedics
Murat Baloglu
Orthopedist-traumatologist
Orthopedic and trauma surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder arthroscopy. Performs total knee and hip replacement, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and meniscus treatment.
Experience and achievements+
Specialization:
hip surgery;
meniscus treatment;
shoulder arthroscopy;
knee arthroscopy;
shoulder tendon repair cuff;
shoulder replacement;
total knee replacement B/L;
release of the carpal tunnel;
total hip replacement B/L;
reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL);
Fusion Ankle Surgery.
Education:
Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, specialty “Orthopedics and Traumatology”
Professional experience:
2010-2010 – orthopedics and traumatology at Rizzoli Instutite, Italy;
2010-2011 – specialist in orthopedics and traumatology at Kayseri Military Hospital / Acibadem Kayseri Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey;
2011-2014 – specialist in orthopedics and traumatology at Cankiri Public Hospital, Cankiri, Turkey;
2014-2015 – doctor of the sports club in Kayseri Erciespor, Kayseri, Türkiye;
2014-2015 – specialist in orthopedics and traumatology at Memorial Kayseri Hospital, Kayseri;
since 2015 – orthopedics and traumatology at Memorial Lara Medical Center, Antalya, Turkey.
20+years of experience
Orthopedics and traumatology
Murat Bezer
Orthopedist, traumatologist
Orthopedic and trauma surgeon, author of over 50 peer-reviewed scientific articles. Has given over 300 national and international presentations and is a member of the Turkish Society of Arthroplasty and the AAOS.
Experience and achievements+
Dr. Bezer is a frequent lecturer (over 300 national and international presentations) and publisher of scientific articles (over 50 peer-reviewed.)
Member of
Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology,
Turkish Society of Spine,
Turkish Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery,
Turkish Society of Arthroplasty,
European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC-ESSE),
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).
Treatment of joints in Turkey: we will prepare your records for doctors abroad
We translate your medical documents free of charge and prepare a medical file so that specialists abroad can assess your situation and suggest a treatment plan.
A doctor-coordinator reviews your situation
They will review your medical records, clarify your preferences and help you choose the right specialist.
The doctor you choose reviews your case
The coordinator arranges for your records to be reviewed by a specialist experienced in treating joint conditions.
You receive a plan and cost
Before you travel, you can review the clinic's offer, the services included and the planned length of stay.
The doctor-coordinator will tell you where to start and which documents are needed in your case.
Since 2016 we have helped more than 12,000 patientsget quality treatment
The doctor-coordinator reviews your medical records and clarifies your preferences, budget and travel dates.
02We select a doctor and clinic
We recommend a specialist experienced in similar cases, taking into account the clinic's capabilities and our experience supporting patients there.
03We agree on the plan and cost
We arrange for a specialist doctor to review your case and help you understand the proposed plan, the services included and the cost.
04We organize your trip
We agree on appointment dates and help with tickets, visa, transfers and accommodation.
05We support you during treatment
Your doctor-coordinator stays in touch and helps with practical matters and communication with the clinic.
06We stay with you after you return
We help you get the necessary documents, arrange follow-up consultations and stay in touch with your doctor.
Additional services
Free
Visa assistance
Airport transfers
Personal doctor-coordinator
Accommodation and flight booking
Interpreter
Accommodation for a companion
Private room
How we help after you return home
We help you get the discharge summary and the clinic’s recommendations for further treatment and monitoring.
If needed, we help arrange translation of your medical records.
We arrange follow-up consultations with the clinic’s doctors, including online. We confirm the format and cost of the consultation in advance.
We help you get answers from your doctor to questions about the recommendations you received.
Patient reviews of joint treatment in Turkey
Kathy Lauren
Diagnosis: joint replacement
★★★★★5/5
My mother suffered from arthritis for a long time.
She soon began to depend on us for her daily activities. The pain became stronger, and painkillers no longer helped. We took her to Turkey for surgery as there are many good hospitals there. We learned about Dr. Ibrahim and his experience…
Larisa
Diagnosis: Treatment of joints
★★★★★5/5
Our entire family thanks Dr.
Ibrahim Azboy for the successful treatment of our dad! Six months ago he underwent hip replacement surgery. Pain in his hip tormented him for decades, so now he is infinitely happy, takes long walks with his grandchildren and has returned…
Saban Arslan
Diagnosis: Treatment of joints
★★★★★5/5
Adatıp Hospital is dedicated to serving patients with high standards.
I come to this hospital in the orthopedic department. Special thanks to the orthopedic doctor Selahattin Ozcan. Thanks to the doctors and nurses in the surgery department, the medical staff in the orthopedics department, I want to thank…
Sevcan Şengül
Diagnosis: Treatment of joints
★★★★★5/5
Hi, I would like to leave this comment to help other people find a good doctor.
On May 20, 2023, Dr. Murat Bezer performed a surgery on my son. The surgery was difficult, but it was impossible to do without it. When we went to the surgery, we did not have any anxiety, because during our meetings, Professor Bezer…
Katya Pertova
Diagnosis: arthroscopy
★★★★★5/5
Prof. Ozgur is my daughter’s favorite doctor now.
He performed surgery on her leg surgery and gave a very good treatment. He was polite, kind, and helpful. My daughter had a speedy recovery and can now easily move her leg. Adatip Hospital’s services are worth praising.
Didem Kanca Üstay
Diagnosis: Treatment of joints
★★★★★5/5
I recommend Prof. Murat Bezer for all kinds of problems related to orthopedics.
He is a very knowledgeable and humane doctor.
A
Alexei
Diagnosis: Knee replacement
★★★★★5/5
I want to express my gratitude to the orthopedic doctor Murat, who performed the surgery on me, as well as to the physiotherapists Erdal and Menekshe.
Thank you very much for your professionalism and care!
Reviews describe personal experiences and do not guarantee the same treatment results.
Tests before joint treatment
Before drawing up a treatment plan, doctors review the tests you have already had and decide whether additional ones are needed. Some records can be assessed before you travel.
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When to ask for an assessment
Good reasons to send your documents to an orthopedic surgeon are constant joint pain that affects walking, sleep and work, painkillers that help less and less, diagnosed osteoarthritis or arthritis, or pain and instability that remain after an injury. An assessment is also useful if a doctor has already recommended joint replacement and you want a second opinion.
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Which tests are needed
The key test is a joint X-ray with a report. An MRI or CT shows the condition of the cartilage, menisci, ligaments and bone: for example, an MRI can detect avascular necrosis of the femoral head at an early stage.
For arthritis, blood tests with rheumatology markers are also needed.
03
What can be decided before the trip
Based on your scans and reports, the orthopedic surgeon can give a preliminary opinion on whether surgery can be avoided and which method suits you, and the hospital can prepare an estimated cost. If joint preservation surgery is possible, the surgeon will discuss it with you. The final plan is confirmed after an examination at the hospital.
We will help you choose a clinic for your caseOur doctor-coordinator will review your medical records, explain the differences between clinics and help you choose the right specialist.
TREATMENT IN DETAIL
About treatment of joints in Turkey
What joint diseases are treated in Turkey for foreign patients?
Treatment of joints in Turkey is becoming a popular medical service. Foreign patients come to this country to cure inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, degenerative processes, and arthrosis, including those associated with trauma, as well as congenital diseases and malignant processes of articular joints.
Most often, Turkish clinics treat patients from other countries with the following diagnoses:
arthrosis of the shoulder, elbow, and ankle joints.
Patients also come with rare joint pathologies, for example, psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Foreigners are treated in Turkish clinics, for whom conventional conservative therapy has not helped. Par example, taking medications such as chondroprotectors, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and glucocorticosteroids. Reviews from these patients show that in Turkey they receive more effective joint treatment.
Treatment of joints in Turkey: what are the advantages?
The main advantage is the optimal ratio of cost and quality of all types of therapy for diseases of the osteoarticular system. Given the European level of orthopedics and traumatology, prices for joint treatment in Turkey are 30-40% lower than in many other “orthopedic” countries – Israel, Germany, Italy, and South Korea.
Treatment of joints in Turkey at affordable prices for all related medical services includes:
participation in it of orthopedists, rheumatologists, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation specialists of international level;
modern comprehensive diagnostics of orthopedic and rheumatological diseases;
innovative methods of treating arthritis and arthrosis that are not available at the place of residence;
high success rates of surgical interventions using modern technologies and medical materials;
early rehabilitation and rapid recovery after joint replacement surgery;
first-class hospital service and patient care;
the opportunity to undergo rehabilitation after the main course of therapy or surgery at one of the Turkish thermal resorts, for example, at the Nobel physiotherapy and rehabilitation centers in Pamukkale or Romatem in Bursa.
In addition, another important advantage of this option is the ability to quickly organize a trip for treatment. You can verify this by reading reviews about joint treatment in Turkey and contacting ExpertMedical using an application on the website.
What non-surgical joint treatment in Turkey is available to foreign patients?
The following types of therapy are successfully used in Turkish clinics:
By contacting the Experts Medical service using an application on the website, you will find out in which Turkish clinics and at what cost you can undergo this treatment.
What innovations does surgical treatment of joints offer in Turkey?
The following innovative techniques are available to foreign patients in Turkish clinics:
arthroscopic surgery using specialized medical equipment of the latest generation;
minimally invasive endoprosthetics of large and small joints;
surgical intervention on the hip joint through an anterior approach;
cementless knee replacement;
robotic prosthetics of the hip and knee joints (MAKOplasty procedure), for example, at Liv Hospital and Emsay
The cost of innovative orthopedic surgery in Turkish clinics is lower than in European clinics with comparable results of surgical interventions.
How is the treatment of rheumatoid polyarthritis different in Turkey?
The modern approach to the treatment of rheumatoid polyarthritis by Turkish doctors corresponds to the latest international recommendations. Turkish rheumatologists, for example, at Baskent University Hospital are developing a personalized protocol for the treatment of this chronic disease. Their arsenal includes many drugs of the latest generation, which are already registered in Turkey. Therapy includes a combination of two types of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs): basic anti-inflammatory and genetically engineered (biological, targeted).
The second group of drugs is the most promising direction for treating this arthritis. They quickly reduce the inflammatory process, slow the progression of the disease, and improve the functional state of the joints and the quality of life of patients.
Joint treatment in Turkey: prices affordable for many patients
The availability of this medical service for many foreign patients is confirmed by the following examples of the cost of individual types of therapy:
knee arthroscopy is from $1250;
knee replacement is from $4000;
hip arthroplasty is from $4500;
MAKOplasty hip replacement is from $13,300;
stem cell treatment is from $3400.
You can find out the exact cost of treatment procedures in different clinics in Turkey from the doctor-coordinator of Experts Medical by leaving a request on the website.
Treatment of joints in Turkey: reviews and recommendations from patients
Reviews from patients who were treated for arthritis and arthrosis in Turkey indicate that they were not mistaken in choosing this country for joint treatment. All patients note:
individual approach of doctors when prescribing therapy;
Leave a request on the Experts Medical website. A doctor-coordinator will contact you and help you select a clinic and specialist. After you accept a specific offer, he will also fully organize the treatment of joints in Turkey: he will help you purchase tickets, provide a transfer, an interpreter, and book a hotel for an accompanying person. It will also provide information support during your entire stay in Turkey and communication with your treating doctors after your return.
Which method or combination of methods is right for you is decided by a medical board after reviewing your records.
Joint treatment in Turkey: get a personal plan and price after an orthopedic surgeon's review
Questions about joint treatment in Turkey
About choosing a doctor, costs and preparing for treatment.
Can I get a plan and price before I travel?
Yes. A coordinating doctor will review your scans and reports and send them to orthopedic surgeons at several hospitals. You will receive programs with a description of the treatment and the cost, so you can decide in advance where your joint treatment in Turkey will take place.
The final plan is confirmed after an examination at the hospital.
Can joints be treated without surgery?
In early-stage osteoarthritis and in arthritis, medication, PRP therapy, physiotherapy and, if indicated, stem cell treatment are considered. When the joint is badly damaged, these methods help less and surgery is discussed. The method is chosen by the orthopedic surgeon after examination.
What advanced orthopedic treatment in Turkey is available?
Turkish hospitals offer arthroscopic surgery with the latest equipment, minimally invasive joint replacement, hip surgery through an anterior approach, cementless knee replacement and robotic MAKOplasty of the hip and knee. Which option suits you is decided by the orthopedic surgeon after reviewing your scans.
What is joint preservation surgery?
These are operations that aim to keep your own joint, for example arthroscopic repair of a torn meniscus or ligament. The meniscus is a cartilage pad inside the knee: during arthroscopy the surgeon stitches or partly removes the damaged area through small punctures. Whether such surgery suits you is decided by the orthopedic surgeon based on the MRI and examination.
How long is the trip for knee replacement in Turkey?
Under the hospital program, the trip takes about 8 days: a consultation and CT, surgery on day 2, a follow-up CT on day 4 and discharge on day 5. For hip replacement in Turkey and other methods, the coordinator will confirm the length of stay.
When can I walk after joint replacement and is rehabilitation needed?
Under the hospital program, the patient starts getting out of bed the day after surgery, and the load is then increased gradually. Exercise and rehabilitation are important for the result: you can do it, for example, at a rehabilitation center in a thermal resort. The coordinator will check with the doctor how long recovery will take.
Which documents are needed and do they need translating?
Prepare an orthopedic surgeon’s or rheumatologist’s report, a joint X-ray with images and a report, an MRI or CT if done, blood tests and information about previous treatment. Before ordering a translation, ask the coordinating doctor which format the chosen hospital needs: they will help arrange a translation if required.
Can someone come with me?
Yes. Let the coordinating doctor know that you plan to travel with a family member or friend. They will help book a hotel for your companion and check the conditions near the hospital.
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