Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey
Ranked among Türkiye’s best hospitals by Newsweek (2026), with a JCI accredited flagship hospital.
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Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals ranks among Türkiye’s best hospitals in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026. Since 1989, its 5 Istanbul branches have treated 300,000+ patients a year.
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital has been JCI accredited since 2013. The group adds 1,500+ robotic surgeries, PET MR imaging and 192 treatments across 26 Centres of Excellence.
The group has completed nearly 1,500 liver, 1,000+ kidney and 1,100+ bone marrow transplants.
Licensed for 5 organ transplant areas, it offers living donor, paired kidney exchange and ABO incompatible options.
Your itemised estimate arrives in USD, EUR or GBP, with exclusions such as post discharge drugs stated upfront.
Visa invitation letters cover you and your companion, and accommodation near the hospital is booked at no cost for you and your caregiver.
Florence Nightingale International Patient Care Journey
From visa support to airport pickups and accommodation, we handle every detail of your medical trip
Instant visa letter
Flight bookings
Airport pickup
Accommodation
24/7 support
Your journey to better health at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals starts here
We are the Official Information & Representative Office for Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals, helping to coordinate all medical treatments and check-ups for FREE.Top specialties offered at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
Known for high success rates in treatments, Florence Nightingale is one of the best hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey.-
Organ Transplant
- ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplant
- Kidney transplant
- Liver Transplant for Liver Cancer
- Living Donor Liver Transplant
- Paediatric Liver Transplant
- Paired Kidney Exchange
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Bone Marrow Transplant
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
- CAR-T Cell Therapy
- Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplant
- Sickle Cell & Thalassaemia Transplant
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Oncology/Cancer Treatment
- Breast Cancer Surgery (Mastectomy)
- CAR-T Cell Therapy
- Colorectal Cancer Surgery
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- Gynaecologic Cancer Surgery
- Immunotherapy
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Cardiology
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT)
- Catheter Ablation & Rhythm Treatment
- Congenital Heart Surgery
- Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting (PCI)
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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Robotic Thoracic Surgery
- VATS lung surgery
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Orthopaedics and Trauma
- ACL Reconstruction
- Anti Gravity Treadmill Rehabilitation
- Arthroscopy (Keyhole Joint Surgery)
- Bilateral Knee Replacement
- Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Fracture Repair Surgery
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Spine
- Cervical Spine Surgery (ACDF)
- Disc Replacement (Artificial Disc)
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Decompression Surgery
- Microdiscectomy (Herniated Disc Surgery)
- Paediatric Scoliosis Surgery
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Neurosurgery
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Paediatric Neurosurgery
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Neurology
- Epilepsy Care
- Stroke Care
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Urology
- Bladder Cancer Surgery
- BPH Treatment
- Kidney Stone Treatment
- Robotic Prostatectomy
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General Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Hernia Repair
- Liver Surgery
- Metabolic Surgery
- Robotic general surgery
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Gastroenterology
- Diagnostic colonoscopy
- Diagnostic gastroscopy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- ERCP Procedure
- IBD Management
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Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Colon cancer surgery
- Colorectal Cancer Surgery
- Rectal cancer surgery
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Gynaecology
- Gynaecologic Cancer Surgery
- Pap Smear Screening
- Robotic gynaecology
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Fertility Treatment
- Egg freezing
- Embryology Laboratory
- ICSI treatment
- IVF Treatment
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Nephrology
- Chronic Kidney Care
- Dialysis Treatment
- Transplant Nephrology
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Haematology
- Leukaemia Treatment
- Lymphoma Treatment
- Myeloma Treatment
- Thalassaemia Care
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Ophthalmology
- Cataract surgery
- Laser Vision Correction
- Retina Treatment
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Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)/Otolaryngology
- Cochlear Implants
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Tonsil Surgery
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Paediatrics
- Paediatric Cardiology
- Paediatric Heart Surgery
- Paediatric Oncology
- Paediatric rehabilitation
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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Aesthetic Surgery
- Microsurgical Reconstruction
- Reconstructive surgery
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Dermatology
- Aesthetic Dermatology
- Medical Dermatology
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Endocrinology/Diabetes
- Diabetes Diagnosis
- Diabetes management
- Obesity treatment
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Pulmonology/Pneumology
- Asthma treatment
- COPD Management
- Sleep Apnoea Care
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Radiology
- CT Scan
- Image Guided Biopsy
- Mammography Screening
- MRI scan
- PET CT Imaging
- PET MR Imaging
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Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Services
- Anti Gravity Treadmill
- Hydrotherapy Rehabilitation
- Neuro Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
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Health Check-up
Services offered at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
In-person appointment
Meet multidisciplinary specialists who review complex cases together, with an interpreter beside you.
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Second medical opinion
Get a written opinion & treatment plan, usually within 48h of sending your reports.
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Multilingual Support
Native speaking interpreters meet you on arrival & stay available 24/7.
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Treatment cost estimate
Receive an itemised estimate in USD, EUR or GBP before you book travel.
Request for a treatment cost estimate
Post-treatment follow-up
Remote follow up from your coordinator after you return home.
Request for a post-treatment follow up
Medical reports
Request your reports & discharge summary to share with your home doctor.
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Future visits
Your coordinator books return visits so aftercare stays on schedule.
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Medical visa assistance
Medical visa invitation letters for you & your companion, with a document checklist.
Request for visa assistance
Accommodation booking
Stay near the hospital, booked at no cost for you & your caregiver.
Request for a hotel booking
Airport transfer coordination
Airport pickup with an interpreter waiting when you land.
Request for an airport transfer
Travel itinerary
A written itinerary of consultations, treatment dates & recovery before you fly.
Request for a travel itinerary
Online video consultation
Video calls before or after travel, booked in advance (fee confirmed first).
Book a telemedicine consultation
Insurances Accepted
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Looking for a specific insurance provider? Simply use our search function or contact us for assistance and our knowledgeable team will happily verify whether your provider is accepted at our facility.
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Your medical journey made simple and stress-free.
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Submit inquiry Fill in a short form with your health needs and preferences. It takes less than a minute.
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Get treatment options We send you hospital and treatment recommendations within 24 hours
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Confirm your travel We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.How do I contact the international patient support team?
Appointments, consultations and treatment planning are coordinated through the international patient care team, which supports you before, during and after travel.
- WhatsApp: +17185500880
- Telephone: +17185500880
- Email: [email protected]
The team is available 24/7. It arranges in person appointments, online video consultations, second medical opinions and full treatment coordination with your doctor.
How much does treatment cost in Istanbul, and is international health insurance accepted?
Cost depends on your treatment, so you receive an itemised estimate in USD, EUR or GBP after specialists review your reports.
International insurers listed by the hospital include Cigna, GeoBlue, GEMS and IMG.
Direct billing may be arranged where agreements exist.
The estimate excludes post discharge drugs & unplanned complications such as ICU transfer, which the team confirms in writing.
Is Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals JCI accredited?
Yes. Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital has held JCI accreditation since 2013 and is in its 5th survey cycle (2025 to 2028).
- Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals 2026: top 30 in Türkiye
- 26 Centres of Excellence across the group
Can I get a second opinion before I travel to Istanbul for treatment?
Yes. Specialists at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals review your reports & send a written opinion, usually within 48h.
Complex cases may go to a multidisciplinary team.
You also receive a treatment plan & an itemised estimate before you book travel.
How much time should I plan in Istanbul for treatment?
It depends on your procedure, so your coordinator confirms an expected stay before you travel. Your first day is an assessment day.
- Kidney transplant: 1 to 2 weeks in hospital
- Liver transplant: 2 to 4 weeks
- Bypass or valve surgery: 5 to 8 days
- Hip or knee replacement: 2 to 4 days
The international patient team books accommodation near the hospital at no cost, for you, your companion & your caregiver.
Options match your preference & budget.
Which treatments is Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals best known for?
Transplantation, heart care, cancer care and orthopaedics lead the group’s international work.
- Transplants: nearly 1,500 liver, 1,000+ kidney, 1,100+ bone marrow
- Heart care: 41,000 surgeries since 1989
- Cancer care: tumour board, PET MR, Gamma Knife, Lutetium 177
- Joints & spine: 20,000 orthopaedic surgeries
- 26 Centres of Excellence covering 192 treatments
