Heart Surgery and Cardiac Care in Turkey at Medicana Health Group
Cardiovascular Surgery Intensive Care Units in Istanbul and Ankara, performing coronary bypass, valve replacement, aortic aneurysm repair with no waiting list for international patients.
Why Choose Medicana for Heart Surgery and Cardiac Care In Turkey
15,000+ angiographies annually, 4,000+ cardiac procedures annually, state-of-the-art Coronary ICU.
Cardiovascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, anaesthesiologists, and cardiac intensivists at Medicana work together on coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, and aortic aneurysm repair.
- Coronary bypass at Medicana: 23,000 EUR vs 120,000 to 200,000 USD USA.
- Prof. Dr. Erdogan Ilkay: 30,000+ invasive cardiac procedures performed.
- Dedicated 7-bed Coronary ICU at Medicana International Istanbul.
- JCI-accredited hospitals in Istanbul and Ankara for cardiac care.
- Cardiac scans and echo reports reviewed before you travel.
- 15,000 angiographies annually at Medicana International Istanbul.
- On-pump, off-pump, and minimally invasive bypass all available.
- Coordinator manages transfers, accommodation, interpreter, and insurance.
- No waiting list; elective cardiac surgery scheduled within days.
Heart Surgery and Cardiac Care Technology at Medicana
Technology affects how safely your surgeon works inside your heart and how quickly complications can be identified.
- 64-slice cardiovascular CT scanner
- Intraoperative 1.5 Tesla MRI
- B-plan angio and DSA digital angiography
- Off-pump beating heart bypass
- Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT)
- Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
- Coronary intensive care unit (7-bed)
- Intraoperative vascular flow measurement
Heart Surgery and Cardiac Care at Medicana for International Patients
Every cardiac treatment decision at Medicana is reached through a joint assessment by cardiovascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and anaesthesiologists.
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
Heart procedures are performed through small incisions to reduce trauma and enable faster recovery, treating mitral valve disease, atrial septal defect, and selected bypass cases.
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Congenital Heart Surgery
Structural heart defects present from birth are corrected surgically in children and adults, including ASD, VSD, tetralogy of Fallot, and complex malformations, with minimally invasive and robotic-assisted approaches available.
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Insurances Accepted
Explore insurances accepted at Medicana Health Group
Always Health Travel
Ange Assistance
AXA PPP Healthcare
BIA Assistance
Eurocross Turkey
FC Global Assistance
Marine Med Assistance
MARM Assistance
Medicline Health Services
Orion Assistance
Remed Assistance
Swan International Assistance
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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
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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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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 Medicana review my echocardiogram and angiography reports before I travel?
Yes. Send your cardiac reports to My 1Health before travelling, at no cost and with no commitment to book. Documents to send: echocardiogram reports and images; coronary angiography films or CT coronary angiography results; ECG and Holter monitor reports; blood tests including lipid profile and cardiac enzymes; previous cardiac surgery records if applicable. The team confirms the recommended procedure, estimated stay, and written cost breakdown.
How do I contact the international patient team for heart surgery at Medicana in Turkey?
Cardiac treatment coordination at Medicana is managed through My 1Health's dedicated patient support team, available 24/7. WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880. Telephone: +1 718 550 0880. Email: [email protected]. The team arranges cardiologist video consultations, submits cardiac scans and echo reports for specialist review, provides written cost estimates, and coordinates airport transfers and accommodation.
How long do I need to stay in Turkey for heart surgery at Medicana?
Most international patients stay 2 to 4 weeks, covering surgery, ICU and ward recovery, and a pre-discharge cardiology check. Stays by procedure: CABG hospital 7 to 10 days, Turkey stay 3 to 4 weeks; valve replacement or repair hospital 7 days, Turkey stay 3 to 4 weeks; open aortic repair hospital 5 to 10 days, Turkey stay 3 to 5 weeks; EVAR hospital 3 to 5 days, Turkey stay 2 weeks; PCI and stenting hospital 1 to 2 days, home within 5 to 7 days; pacemaker or ICD hospital 1 to 3 days, home within 1 week. Flying after open-heart surgery is generally safe no earlier than 10 to 14 days post-discharge.
How much does coronary bypass surgery cost at Medicana compared to the UK and USA?
Coronary bypass surgery at Medicana is priced at approximately 23,000 EUR, compared to 120,000 to 200,000 USD in the USA and over 30,000 GBP in the UK private sector. Other cardiac prices: bypass post-angioplasty 16,000 to 18,000 EUR; aortic valve replacement 23,000 EUR; mitral valve replacement 25,000 EUR; valve repair with biological ring 22,000 EUR, mechanical 19,000 EUR; aortic aneurysm repair 25,000 EUR; coronary angioplasty one stent 3,000 EUR. A written cost estimate is provided before you commit to travelling.
Is heart surgery safe at Medicana Health Group in Turkey?
Heart surgery at Medicana is performed at JCI-accredited hospitals in Istanbul and Ankara, meeting the same safety standards required by leading cardiac centres in the UK and USA. Medicana performs 4,000+ cardiac operations annually. Prof. Dr. Erdogan Ilkay has completed 30,000+ invasive cardiac procedures. Medicana International Istanbul operates a dedicated 7-bed Coronary ICU and a separate Cardiovascular Surgery ICU for post-operative monitoring.
What happens if I have complications after returning home from heart surgery at Medicana?
Before discharge, you receive a full post-operative care plan covering medication schedules, warning signs, wound care, and follow-up timelines. For post-discharge concerns, attend your nearest cardiology department or GP, who can share results with the Medicana team electronically. Medicana's international patient team is reachable 24/7 via WhatsApp and email. Emergency readmission to Medicana is available if you return to Turkey.
What is the difference between on-pump and off-pump bypass surgery at Medicana?
Both on-pump and off-pump (beating heart) bypass surgery are performed at Medicana. The surgical team selects the approach based on the patient's cardiac anatomy, risk profile, and number of arteries requiring bypass. On-pump CABG temporarily stops the heart with a heart-lung machine. Off-pump bypass keeps the heart beating throughout, which may reduce stroke and kidney complication risk in high-risk patients. Minimally invasive bypass avoiding full sternotomy is also available for selected patients.
