Experience premium-quality medical treatments at a fraction of the cost compared to Europe. Mapa Health is a patient coordinator licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health (AK-0456): treatment is carried out by experienced doctors at contracted health institutions, named in your written plan before you travel.
From your initial consultation to your safe return home, our dedicated team ensures a seamless experience at every stage of your journey. We are committed to making you feel comfortable, supported, and cared for, just like at home.
Combine your treatment with a memorable vacation by exploring Turkey’s rich culture and stunning sights.
Benefit from fast and efficient medical care with no waiting times.
Access cutting-edge medical technologies and state-of-the-art facilities.
Receive world-class treatments at significantly lower costs.
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Our services
Health Counseling
Our multilingual consultants are available to assist you during business hours
Accommodation Service
Affordable 5 star hotel accommodation
Transfer Service
Complimentary transfers between airport, clinic and hotel
Group Tours
Exclusive city tours and cultural experiences arranged for group visitors
State-of-the-Art Clinics
Treatments performed in modern, fully-equipped medical facilities
Global Healthcare Service
We serve patients from more than 20 countries worldwide
Trust & Transparency
Frequently Asked Questions about Mapa Health & Medical Tourism in Turkey
About partner clinic accreditations, safety standards, English-speaking patient support, and data protection.
1Who is Mapa Health and how does the clinic coordination work?
Mapa Health is a medical travel coordinator based in Istanbul that connects international patients with licensed partner clinics. We are not a hospital ourselves - we coordinate the entire journey: medical pre-screening, clinic booking, travel and hotel, English-speaking patient coordination, and follow-up care. Treatment is provided in Turkish-accredited hospitals (JCI-certified or equivalent) by licensed specialists registered with the Turkish Medical Chamber (Türk Tabipler Birliği). Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
2Which accreditations and safety standards apply to partner clinics?
Mapa Health works exclusively with hospitals that hold international accreditations (JCI, ISO 9001, or equivalent) and are licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health. Surgeons must be specialists with a Turkish Medical Chamber license and at least 5 years of post-specialization experience. These standards are verified before every recommendation. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
3How is communication in English handled?
Patient coordination is conducted entirely in English - from the first WhatsApp inquiry through to follow-up care. At each partner clinic, at least one English-speaking physician or qualified interpreter is available. Surgical consent forms, the treatment report, and the post-op care guide are provided in English - important for follow-up with your home physician. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
4What happens in case of medical complications during my stay?
All partner clinics have 24/7 emergency infrastructure (ICU, on-call emergency surgery, cardiopulmonary resuscitation). In the event of complications, the operating surgeon is directly reachable; if needed, a transfer to a specialized emergency clinic is arranged. The Mapa Health hotline is available 24/7 in English throughout your entire stay. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
5How is data protection handled during my medical consultation?
Mapa Health is subject to Turkish data protection law (KVKK, equivalent to EU GDPR). Medical data is transmitted encrypted and shared only with authorized clinic partners. WhatsApp communication is end-to-end encrypted. A written privacy declaration and consent form are obtained before treatment planning begins. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
6What about hotel, transfer, and logistics?
Standard package includes: 5-star hotel near the clinic (Levent / Maslak / district depending on clinic), round-trip airport transfer, clinic-hotel transfer for every appointment, English-speaking escort on request. For companions we can upgrade hotel rooms and arrange city activities for waiting periods. Everything is confirmed in writing before travel. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
7How can I build trust before traveling?
We recommend: a free online video consultation, review of the clinic accreditation and surgeon license, contact with former English-speaking patients (GDPR-compliant with consent), a written treatment plan with all inclusions, and a clear written aftercare and material terms agreement. Anyone demanding rapid booking pressure or cash advance payments is not reputable. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
8How is collaboration with my home-country physician handled?
We recommend speaking with your home physician before traveling - some primary care doctors support overseas treatment, others do not. Mapa Health provides all documentation before travel (treatment plan, pre-op assessment) and after treatment a complete report (operative report, material manufacturer, post-op care guide) - these documents are the bridge to follow-up care at home. Before booking, ask for the written plan, inclusions and exclusions, expected recovery time, possible alternatives, follow-up route and warning signs that require local care. If the question is about price, timing or results, treat the page information as guidance until the medical assessment and written quote are completed.
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Use this page together with your written offer, medical assessment, local advice and alternative providers. Important decisions should be based on documented costs, eligibility, risks, aftercare and contact details.
