Kidney Transplant in Turkey at Medicana Health Group
209 kidney transplants in 6 months with a 90% success rate
Why Choose Medicana for Kidney Transplant in Turkey
Performs kidney transplants across 4 state-of-the-art units in Istanbul and Ankara
Prof. Dr. Murat Tuncer, who performed the first blood group incompatible kidney transplant in Turkey in 2005 and the first simultaneous kidney and coronary bypass in the world, leads Medicana's transplant programme across 3 Istanbul hospitals
- 90% success rate across 209 kidney transplants in 2015.
- Turkey's first ABO-incompatible kidney transplant performed here in 2005.
- Kidney transplant from $18,000 vs $400,000+ in the USA.
- Living donor surgery performed laparoscopically for faster donor recovery.
- Dedicated coordinator manages transfers, accommodation, and scheduling.
- Scans and reports reviewed remotely before you travel.
- Interpreter support available; patients from 4 continents treated here.
Kidney Transplant Technology at Medicana
The technology used affects how quickly your donor recovers and how well your new kidney is accepted by your body
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Cross-transplant matching system
- Immunosuppressive drug monitoring
- HLA tissue typing
- Blood group incompatible (ABO) protocol
- Intraoperative vascular anastomosis
- Post-transplant ICU monitoring
Kidney Transplant at Medicana for International Patients
Every transplant is planned through a multidisciplinary assessment covering kidney function, donor compatibility, and clinical history.Insurances Accepted
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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 international patients bring their own living donor to Medicana for transplant surgery?
Yes. Turkey permits living donor kidney transplants from related donors up to the fourth degree of relation. Patients who travel with a compatible living donor can access surgery without joining a deceased donor waiting list. Donor eligibility: aged 18 or above, blood type ABO compatible with recipient (Rh factor not mandatory for kidney), free from cancer, active infection, diabetes, and kidney disease. Ethics committee review required for donors not directly related to the recipient. Living donor nephrectomy is performed laparoscopically at Medicana, reducing pain and recovery time significantly.
Does Medicana carry out donor evaluation before transplant surgery?
Yes. Both donor and recipient undergo full pre-transplant evaluation at Medicana before surgery takes place. Evaluation covers blood type and tissue compatibility, cardiac and pulmonary assessment, infection screening, and a complete health review for the donor.
How do I contact the international patient support team for kidney transplant at Medicana?
Transplant enquiries and treatment coordination at Medicana are 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 video consultations with transplant specialists, coordinates pre-travel report review, provides written cost estimates, and manages airport transfers and accommodation in Istanbul or Ankara.
How long do I need to stay in Turkey for a kidney transplant at Medicana?
Most kidney transplant recipients stay approximately 3 to 4 weeks in Turkey. Living donors are typically discharged within 10 days. Recipient timeline: pre-transplant evaluation 4 to 5 days; surgery 3 to 5 hours; ICU monitoring immediately post-surgery; hospital ward recovery 7 to 10 days; follow-up blood tests twice per week for the first two weeks. After returning home, blood tests and immunosuppressant monitoring continue with your local physician in coordination with the Medicana team.
How much does kidney transplant surgery cost at Medicana compared to the UK and USA?
Kidney transplant surgery at Medicana is priced from $18,000 to $20,000, excluding donor evaluation and immunosuppressive medications. This compares to over $400,000 in the United States for a comparable procedure. Budget also for pre-operative evaluation tests for both donor and recipient, donor surgery fees if living donor, post-surgery immunosuppressive medications, and hospital accommodation during recovery. A written, itemised estimate is provided before you commit to travelling.
What is the success rate for kidney transplant at Medicana?
Medicana's kidney transplant success rates reach 80 to 90%, in line with published international benchmarks. Prof. Dr. Murat Tuncer's kidney transplant team holds a verified rate of 96 to 99%. In a 6-month period in 2015, 209 kidney transplants were performed with a 90% success rate. A successful kidney transplant restores 70 to 80% of healthy kidney function, compared to 10% through dialysis.
What post-transplant care does Medicana provide after I return home?
Before leaving Turkey, you receive a written care plan covering immunosuppressive medication schedules, rejection warning signs, blood test frequency, and dietary guidance. Follow-up schedule for kidney transplant patients: blood tests twice per week for the first two weeks; weekly tests for the following three months; tests every 2 weeks until end of year one; monthly follow-ups thereafter. These are conducted with your local physician, with Medicana's team reviewing blood results shared remotely.
