Neurosurgery
in Istanbul.
JCI-accredited teams.

For most neurosurgical procedures, a referral letter from a neurologist, neurosurgeon, or relevant specialist is required before coordination can begin. For spinal procedures (disc herniation), a GP referral or orthopaedic/neurology letter is helpful but not always mandatory. For complex brain surgery (DBS, tumour resection), full specialist documentation is essential. Ocean Health & Travel does not provide neurological assessments or medical opinions.

Costs vary significantly by procedure. Deep brain stimulation starts from £23,700 (vs. £40,000–£60,000+ in the UK). Disc surgery starts from £4,000–£4,750 (vs. £8,000–£18,000). Complex brain tumour surgery is quoted individually based on clinical documentation. All quotes are itemised and provided within 48 hours of receiving your medical records.

For spinal procedures: recent MRI spine, clinical summary, and current symptoms. For brain surgery and DBS: specialist referral letter, recent MRI brain, full clinical summary, current medication list, and any previous surgical history. Our physician coordinator will review your documentation and liaise with the neurosurgical team before providing a quote.

Hospital and Istanbul stay vary by procedure. Disc surgery typically requires 5–10 days in total. DBS surgery requires 2–3 weeks. Complex brain tumour resection may require 3–4 weeks. Your surgical team will advise on the appropriate stay based on your specific case.

Ocean Health & Travel coordinates neurosurgical procedures at JCI-accredited hospitals with internationally trained neurosurgical teams. We do not provide medical advice — all clinical decisions rest with your treating neurosurgical team. As with any neurosurgical procedure, risks are significant and will be discussed in full during pre-operative consultation.