Turkey has become one of the most established destinations for prostate cancer surgery among patients from the UK, mainland Europe and the United States. More than 44 hospitals in Turkey hold Joint Commission International accreditation — a number that exceeds most European countries — and its leading oncology centres deliver robotic prostatectomy, HIFU, CyberKnife radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy to a standard that matches what is available at the best private hospitals in Western Europe, at a significantly lower cost.
For patients on NHS waiting lists, for those who have been quoted prices for private treatment at home that are difficult to justify, and for those who want access to a specific procedure quickly and without delay, Turkey offers a clinically credible, logistically straightforward alternative that is three to four hours from most UK airports.
My1Health works with three Newsweek-ranked partner hospitals in Turkey: Memorial Healthcare Group, Anadolu Medical Center and Liv Hospital. This article covers what each hospital offers for prostate cancer, what treatment costs, and exactly what your journey to Istanbul looks like from first enquiry to returning home.
Why UK and European Patients Choose Turkey for Prostate Cancer Treatment
No Waiting Lists
At My1Health partner hospitals in Turkey, treatment can be arranged within days of your initial enquiry. For patients whose diagnosis calls for timely intervention — and for whom an NHS waiting period of several months is not an acceptable option — this is one of the most clinically significant advantages Turkey offers. Delays in starting treatment for prostate cancer, particularly for intermediate and high-risk localised disease, can affect outcomes. Getting started promptly matters.
Cost That Is 50 to 70 Per Cent Lower Than Private Care at Home
Robotic prostatectomy in the United Kingdom as a private patient typically costs between £20,000 and £30,000. The same procedure at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul, delivered by a surgeon with 900 or more robotic prostatectomies of experience, costs between $14,000 and $23,000 inclusive of hospital stay, transfers and interpreter services. The savings are material — and the clinical standard is not compromised.
44 JCI-Accredited Hospitals — the Highest Density in the Region
Turkey holds more Joint Commission International-accredited hospitals than most European countries. JCI accreditation requires hospitals to meet over 1,000 international standards covering patient safety, clinical outcomes, infection control and governance. At My1Health partner hospitals, this is not a credential held at group level — it is maintained at individual hospital level, with regular independent review.
Three to Four Hours from the UK — Direct Flights from Over 300 Cities
Istanbul is one of the most connected cities in the world. Direct flights operate from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and virtually every major European city, with journey times of three to four hours. Patients travelling for robotic prostatectomy typically spend 10 to 14 days in Turkey in total, including pre-operative assessment, surgery, a short hospital stay and the initial recovery period before flying home.
Newsweek-Ranked: My1Health Partner Hospitals in Turkey
Choosing where to have cancer surgery is one of the most consequential decisions a patient makes. The hospitals below are not only My1Health partners — they are independently ranked among the best hospitals in Turkey by Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals 2026, a globally recognised assessment based on clinical performance, patient outcomes and peer recommendation.
Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2026 — My1Health Partner Hospitals, Turkey Three My1Health partner hospitals are independently ranked in Turkey's national hospital rankings: Rank 3 — Anadolu Medical Center, Gebze (Score: 82.10%) Rank 9 — Liv Hospital, Istanbul (Score: 77.97%) Rank 16 — Memorial Healthcare Group, Istanbul Source: Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2026, Turkey National Rankings. Rankings are independently assessed and not self-reported. |
These rankings reflect genuine clinical performance across specialities including oncology, robotic surgery and specialist cancer care — providing an independent benchmark that patients can rely on when evaluating their options.
Prostate Cancer Treatments Available at My1Health Partner Hospitals in Turkey
Da Vinci Robotic Prostatectomy
Robotic prostatectomy using the da Vinci surgical system is the primary surgical treatment for localised prostate cancer at all three My1Health partner hospitals. Surgeons at Anadolu Medical Center and Memorial Healthcare Group have each performed in excess of 900 robotic prostatectomies, with dedicated uro-oncology programmes and consistent outcomes data. The nerve-sparing technique is applied wherever appropriate, with the goal of preserving both erectile function and urinary continence.
- Typical hospital stay: 3 to 4 nights.
- Recommended time in Turkey: 10 to 14 days.
- Return to light activity: 2 weeks post-procedure.
- Urinary continence typically regained within 4 to 12 weeks.
HIFU: High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound
HIFU is available at Anadolu Medical Center for suitable candidates with early to intermediate localised prostate cancer. The procedure uses focused ultrasound waves to destroy cancer cells without incisions or radiation, and is performed on an outpatient or short-stay basis. Prof. Dr. Ilker Tinay, a uro-oncology specialist with membership in the American College of Surgeons and over a decade of focused prostate cancer expertise, leads HIFU at Anadolu.
- No incisions, no radiation.
- Same-day or next-morning discharge.
- Particularly suited to focal therapy — treating only the affected area of the prostate.
CyberKnife Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy
Anadolu Medical Center operates the CyberKnife M6 — one of only five such systems in Europe — for the treatment of prostate cancer. CyberKnife delivers high-dose radiation to the tumour with sub-millimetre accuracy, adapting in real time to the patient's movement and breathing. A complete course of treatment is delivered in four to five outpatient sessions. No hospitalisation is required.
- Sub-millimetre targeting accuracy.
- 4 to 5 outpatient sessions — no hospital stay needed.
- No anaesthesia. No recovery period. Patients return to normal activities the same day.
- Published success rate of 97 per cent for localised prostate cancer.
IMRT and Advanced Radiotherapy
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) are available at all three partner hospitals for patients whose treatment recommendation is precision external-beam radiation. Both techniques deliver radiation shaped precisely to the contours of the prostate, minimising dose to the surrounding bladder, rectum and nerve structures.
Laparoscopic Prostatectomy
Minimally invasive keyhole surgery to remove the prostate is available at all My1Health partner hospitals in Turkey, and represents a clinically strong option for patients seeking surgical treatment at a more accessible cost point than robotic surgery.
Hospital Profiles: Your My1Health Partner Hospitals in Turkey
Memorial Healthcare Group — Istanbul
Memorial Healthcare Group is Turkey's largest private hospital network, with 11 hospitals and two medical centres across the country. Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to receive JCI accreditation, in 2002. The group treats patients from over 167 countries annually.
- Da Vinci XI robotic surgery system for prostatectomy and other uro-oncological procedures.
- TrueBeam STx and IMRT for precision radiotherapy.
- HIFU using the Sonablate system for eligible focal therapy candidates.
- Lutetium-177 PSMA therapy available for metastatic prostate cancer cases.
- Dedicated international patient department across Istanbul facilities, with interpreter services and airport transfer coordination.
- Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2026, Turkey: Rank 16.
Anadolu Medical Center — Gebze, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center is a Johns Hopkins Medicine-affiliated, JCI and ESMO-accredited cancer hospital located in Gebze, 65 kilometres from central Istanbul. It was founded as a specialist cancer centre before expanding to a full multispecialty hospital, and oncology remains its primary clinical focus. It holds additional International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS) certification.
- Da Vinci robotic surgery: Prof. Dr. Ilker Tinay leads the uro-oncology programme with over 900 robotic prostatectomies performed.
- CyberKnife M6: one of five in Europe. Prostate CyberKnife SBRT costs approximately $6,000 to $8,000 for a full course.
- HIFU: available at approximately $20,000 for eligible candidates, performed by Prof. Tinay.
- Varian Edge radiosurgery system for cases requiring additional precision.
- The Anadolu Titanic Comfort Hotel on the hospital grounds provides accommodation for international patients and companions.
- Multidisciplinary tumour board review for all cases.
- Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2026, Turkey: Rank 3.
Liv Hospital — Istanbul
Liv Hospital is a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul affiliated with Istinye University, providing comprehensive oncology services to both local and international patients. With 350 beds and over 1,000 staff, it is one of Istanbul's largest and most established private hospitals, treating prostate cancer through its specialist urology and oncology departments.
- Robotic prostatectomy and laparoscopic surgery using minimally invasive technique.
- Precision radiotherapy including IMRT for localised to locally advanced prostate cancer.
- Dedicated international patient services with interpreter support and logistics coordination.
- Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2026, Turkey: Rank 9.
Cost of Prostate Cancer Treatment in Turkey
Turkey offers some of the most competitive pricing for prostate cancer treatment globally, with costs typically 50 to 70 per cent lower than private treatment in the UK, United States or Germany. The table below reflects current market rates at My1Health partner hospitals based on verified 2025 to 2026 pricing data.
| Treatment | Approximate Cost in Turkey (USD) | Includes |
| Da Vinci Robotic Prostatectomy | $14,000 to $23,000 | Surgery, 3 to 4 nights hospital stay, pre-operative assessment, VIP airport transfers, interpreter services, follow-up consultation |
| Laparoscopic Prostatectomy | $7,000 to $13,000 | Surgery, 2 to 3 nights hospital stay, standard post-operative care |
| HIFU (focal therapy) | $10,000 to $20,000 | Procedure, 1 to 2 nights stay, transfers and interpreter support at partner hospitals |
| CyberKnife SBRT | $4,500 to $10,000 | Full treatment course (typically 4 to 5 sessions), treatment planning, imaging and outpatient management |
| IMRT / Advanced Radiotherapy | $6,000 to $12,000 | Full treatment course, planning scans and oncology consultations |
| PSMA PET-CT Diagnostic Scan | $1,700 to $2,000 | Advanced molecular imaging for staging and treatment planning — often required pre-treatment |
Costs above are approximate ranges based on verified international patient pricing at JCI-accredited hospitals in Istanbul as of 2025 to 2026. Final costs depend on the specific procedure, hospital, surgeon, length of stay and whether additional diagnostics or lymph node assessment are required. My1Health patient support specialists can provide an itemised personal estimate based on your diagnosis and treatment recommendation.
How Turkey Compares
- Robotic prostatectomy in the UK as a private patient: £20,000 to £30,000.
- Robotic prostatectomy in the US: $25,000 to $45,000.
- Robotic prostatectomy in Germany: approximately €23,000.
- Robotic prostatectomy in Turkey at My1Health partner hospitals: $14,000 to $23,000, inclusive of hospital stay and international patient services.
What Your Trip Looks Like: Travel, Stay and Recovery
Before You Travel
- My1Health arranges a remote pre-travel consultation with your chosen hospital so your case is reviewed by the treating specialist before you book flights.
- Your medical records, imaging and biopsy results are reviewed in advance, and a personalised treatment plan and cost estimate are issued.
- My1Health coordinates all travel logistics including airport transfers and accommodation options near the hospital.
On Arrival
- You are met at Istanbul airport by the hospital's transfer team and taken directly to your accommodation or the hospital.
- Pre-operative assessments and consultations are completed on arrival day or the following morning.
- An interpreter is available throughout your stay at all My1Health partner hospitals in Turkey.
Surgery and Hospital Stay
- Robotic prostatectomy: 3 to 4 nights in hospital. Most patients are mobile and walking within 24 hours.
- HIFU: day procedure, discharged the same day or the following morning.
- CyberKnife: fully outpatient. Four to five sessions over consecutive days with no hospitalisation required.
Recovery in Turkey and Returning Home
- For robotic prostatectomy, My1Health recommends remaining in Istanbul for 10 to 14 days total, allowing for the initial recovery period and a discharge review before flying.
- The hospital's international patient team provides a comprehensive discharge summary, medication instructions and a follow-up schedule before you leave.
- Your My1Health patient support specialist coordinates communication between your Istanbul hospital and your GP or oncologist at home after you return.
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