About Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
35+ Years Treating International Patients in Istanbul, TurkeyGroup Florence Nightingale Hospitals
26 | Excellence Centres | 192 treatments planned by multidisciplinary teams.
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.
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Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
Main branch- JCI accredited since 2013, 5 survey cycles.
- Türkiye’s first Green Hospital Building (2013).
- Interventional radiology Centre of Excellence (2016).
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
- Türkiye’s first private oncology & radiotherapy centre (1997).
- First private hospital PET MR in Türkiye (2015).
- Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals 2026, Türkiye (#27).
Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
- Opened 2007 on the Anatolian side.
- Part of a group treating 300,000+ patients yearly.
- Group of 26 Centres of Excellence.
Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Medical Center, Istanbul
- Medical centre opened 2017 on the Anatolian side.
- Linked to a group with 804 beds.
- Group hospitals follow JCI standards of care.
Ataşehir Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
- Opened 2017 as the group’s newest hospital.
- Part of a group with 40 operating rooms.
- Group hospitals follow JCI standards of care.
Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals's Accreditation & Awards
- JCI Accreditation, 8th edition, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
- Top 30 World’s Best Hospitals, Türkiye - Newsweek 2026
- Fully Endoscopic Spine Surgery Center of Excellence
- Breast Surgery Center of Excellence- Senologic International Society
- ISO 9001 Quality Assurance System Certification
- QHA Certificate, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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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
