Why Book Erdem Hospital with Medical Departures

The flagship Çamlıca Erdem Hospital (Asian side) welcomes medical travelers for a wide range of services—including plastic & reconstructive surgery, bariatric (weight-loss) surgery, hair transplantation, dentistry, and general hospital care. Patients highlight the hospital’s modern facilities, caring staff, and smooth coordination for international cases.

Rating: ★ 5.00 (≈289 reviews) — Istanbul, Turkey.

Center Highlights
 

• Modern, full-service hospital: Advanced diagnostics, fully equipped ORs, specialized ICUs, and angiography.
• Comfort & privacy: Private recovery suites with VIP options.
• Multilingual team: English support and interpreters available on request (please confirm your preferred language in advance).
• Networked care: Sister locations include Güneşli Erdem Hospital (European side) and Çakmak Erdem Hospital (Asian side).

Treatments at a Glance
 

Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery (Face): Facelift, face & neck lift, brow/forehead lift, neck lift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), otoplasty, cheek & chin augmentation, rhinoplasty, septoplasty.

Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery (Breast & Body): Breast augmentation, lift, lift + augmentation, reduction, revision; abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), mini tummy tuck; BBL; arm/thigh/body lift; liposuction (incl. VASER).

Women’s Health (Intimate): Labiaplasty, vaginoplasty.

Weight Loss: Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, intragastric balloon.

Hair Transplant: DHI, FUE (per graft options shown), FUT.

What International Patients Can Expect
 

Your Medical Departures coordinator assists with quotes, pre-op guidance, and scheduling. On arrival, hospital staff guide you through admission, surgery, and recovery with daily checks. Before you fly home, you’ll receive clear aftercare instructions and follow-up appointments. Many patients choose to combine treatments, such as a tummy tuck with liposuction or facial procedures, during one hospital stay. Your surgeon will confirm a safe plan.

Location & How to Get There

Campus: Çamlıca (Asian/Anatolian side of Istanbul), in a well-connected, upscale area.

• From Istanbul Airport (IST): ~35–60 minutes by official airport taxi or rideshare (Uber/BiTaksi). Havaist airport coaches run to central hubs; continue by short taxi.
• From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW): ~30–60 minutes by taxi/rideshare; Havabus to Kadıköy or Taksim, then a brief taxi.
• Transfers: Ask your coordinator about arranging private pickups aligned to your consult and discharge times.

Good to Know

• Languages: English support available; interpreter services on request.
• Environment: Modern imaging, ORs, and recovery areas with VIP suite options.
• Booking: Medical Departures can secure free quotes and help organize your itinerary.

FAQs

1) Does Erdem Hospital offer warranties or guarantees on treatments?

Short answer: Yes—procedure-specific aftercare and revision policies may apply.
Expanded: For eligible cosmetic procedures, the hospital provides written post-op instructions and follow-up schedules. If a revision is clinically appropriate, your coordinator will outline what’s covered and time limits. Always review your written guarantee in the quote and consent pack.

2) Where exactly is the hospital and how do I get there?

Short answer: Çamlıca on Istanbul’s Asian side; easy by taxi, Uber/BiTaksi, or pre-arranged transfers.

Expanded: From IST, take an airport taxi or Uber/BiTaksi (~35–60 min), or Havaist coach to a hub and continue by short taxi. From SAW, taxi/Uber/BiTaksi (~30–60 min) or Havabus to Kadıköy or Taksim and a brief taxi. Your coordinator can arrange private pickups.

3) What payment types are accepted?

Short answer: Major cards and cash are commonly accepted—please confirm in your quote.

Expanded: Hospitals typically process cards in TRY (Turkish lira); cash in USD, EUR, or TRY may be accepted. If paying by bank transfer, send funds in advance and share the remittance slip with your coordinator.

4) Which languages are spoken?

Short answer: English support is available; interpreters can be arranged.

Expanded: Notify your coordinator of your preferred language, such as Arabic or Russian, so interpretation can be scheduled for consults, consent, and discharge.

5) How long should I plan to stay in Istanbul?

Short answer: Most cosmetic surgeries require 5–9 days; some combinations may need longer.

Expanded: Examples: rhinoplasty and eyelids ~5–7 days, breast and tummy procedures ~6–9 days, BBL or body lift ~7+ days, and bariatric treatments typically 2–5 days inpatient plus follow-ups. Your itinerary will reflect your exact plan.

6) Are airport and hotel transfers available?

Short answer: Often, yes—ask your coordinator to include them.

Expanded: Private transfers can be scheduled for airport pickup, admission day, and discharge. Share flight times and hotel details to align the driver.

7) Can I combine procedures (e.g., tummy tuck + lipo or face & neck lift)?

Short answer: Yes—common combinations are planned for safety.

Expanded: Your surgeon will determine safe sequencing, anesthesia duration, and follow-up timing so you can travel home with confidence.

Last updated: October 1, 2025