Organ Transplants in Istanbul, Turkey at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
Nearly 1,500 liver and 1,000+ kidney transplants to date, with surgery scheduled once your donor is cleared.
Why Choose Florence Nightingale in Turkey for Organ Transplants as an International Patient
JCI accredited since 2013, treating liver failure, kidney failure & paediatric liver disease.
- Free second opinion within 48h.
- Native speaking interpreters support you 24/7.
- Receive an itemised estimate in USD, EUR or GBP.
- Living donor & paired kidney exchange programmes.
- Visa invitation letters can include your caregiver.
- Donor & recipient both complete HLA matching first.
- Airport pickup & hotel transfers arranged for you.
- Remote follow up continues after you fly home.
Advanced Organ Transplants Technology at Florence Nightingale Hospitals in Turkey
- Dedicated Transplant Operating Rooms
- Transplant Intensive Care Unit
- HLA Tissue Compatibility Testing
- Multislice CT Surgical Planning
- MRI Liver Planning
- Intraoperative Doppler Ultrasound
- ERCP Bile Duct Stenting
- Immunosuppressant Drug Level Monitoring
Organ Transplants at Florence Nightingale Hospitals for International Patients
A multidisciplinary team builds each transplant plan around you, to JCI standards.
Living Donor Liver Transplant
Kidney transplant
A donor organ takes over filtering, freeing most recipients from dialysis.
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Paired Kidney Exchange
Swaps incompatible donors between pairs, so each patient receives a match.
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Paediatric Liver Transplant
ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplant
Opens transplant to patients whose donor has a different blood group.
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Liver Transplant for Liver Cancer
Replaces the whole diseased liver, removing tumour & underlying cirrhosis together.
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Repeat Liver Transplant
Replaces a failing first graft when other treatments cannot restore function.
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Insurances Accepted
Explore insurances accepted at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals
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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.
Ask about your insuranceCare Journey for International Patients
Your treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
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Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
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Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
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Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
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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.Can a relative or friend be my living donor?
Yes, a healthy, willing relative up to the 4th degree can donate after evaluation by the transplant team, including a psychological assessment.
Unrelated donors may be considered with Ethics Committee approval under Turkish law.
- Liver donors are 18 to 60 years old with a compatible blood type
- Incompatible pairs can join a paired exchange
Can I get a second opinion on my transplant before I travel?
Yes. Share your reports & scans and a transplant specialist at Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals sends a written opinion, plan & itemised estimate, usually within 48h.
- Every enquiry is answered within 24h
- The second opinion is free
- Reviewed remotely, in your language
Can I get an organ transplant in Turkey as a foreigner?
Yes. Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals plans international liver & kidney transplants through living donor programmes, in a transplant centre licensed for 5 organ transplant areas.
- Surgery is scheduled after donor & recipient evaluation
- Split, dual lobe, domino & paired exchange liver grafts are offered
- Nearly 1,500 liver & 1,000+ kidney transplants completed to date
- Your coordinator confirms donor options in writing before you travel
How do I contact the international patient support team for a transplant in Turkey?
Appointments, consultations and transplant 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 do I get follow up care after returning home?
Group Florence Nightingale’s transplant team follows you remotely by video or message, & shares your discharge summary with your home doctor.
- Blood tests weekly at first, then every 2 weeks or monthly, then yearly
- Contact your coordinator for fever, yellow skin or eyes, dark urine or reduced urine output
- Your coordinator confirms the fee & timing before each video consultation
How much does a liver or kidney transplant cost in Turkey?
Cost depends on the organ, donor type & recovery needs, so you receive an itemised estimate in USD, EUR or GBP after specialists review your reports.
It covers evaluation, donor work up, surgery, hospital stay & follow up.
It does not include drugs prescribed after discharge or unplanned complications such as ICU transfer, and the team confirms this in writing.
If you hold international health insurance, ask your insurer whether planned treatment abroad is covered & whether prior authorisation is needed. Direct billing may be arranged where agreements exist.
How much time should I plan in Istanbul for a transplant?
Plan for 1 to 2 weeks in hospital for a kidney transplant & 2 to 4 weeks for a liver transplant. Your first day is an assessment day at the International Patient Center.
- Your medical team decides when you are fit to fly
- You leave with a discharge summary & care plan
- Recovery at home takes 2 to 3 months (kidney) or 3 to 6 months (liver)
The international patient team books accommodation near the hospital at no cost, for you & your caregiver.
Options match your preference & budget.
