YOUR MEDICAL JOURNEY • ISTANBUL
Your Journey in Istanbul
A seamless 7-day experience designed for comfort, safety, and world-class care.
A Structured, Safe, and Luxurious Patient Experience
Your journey has been designed to provide full medical support, comfort, and peace of mind from the moment you land in Istanbul until the moment you return home.
Your 7-Day Experience
Arrival & Consultation
You arrive in Istanbul, receive VIP transportation to the clinic for your initial medical consultation and pre-operative tests, then settle comfortably into your 5-star partner hotel.
Surgery Day
Final consultation, preparation, and your surgical procedure. After surgery, you return to your hotel to rest under medical supervision.
Early Recovery & Nurse Visits
You rest at your hotel while nurses perform early post-operative checks, provide medication guidance, and support your recovery.
Rest & Gentle Activity
A restorative day for light movement, hydration, and calm recovery. Optional short walks or quiet time at the hotel.
Post-Op Evaluation
A full post-operative check with the medical team: wound assessment, progress review, and personalized recovery instructions.
Discover Istanbul (Lightly)
If cleared by the team, you may enjoy short, gentle outings to experience the beauty of Istanbul while continuing your recovery.
Final Checkup & Departure
Your final medical evaluation takes place before departure. Afterwards, you are escorted to the airport with lifelong aftercare support.
Why Patients Choose Us
Medical Excellence
World-class surgical expertise with proven results and international accreditation.
Luxury Experience
5-star accommodations, VIP transfers, and personalized concierge services throughout your stay.
Dedicated International Support
Multilingual coordinators available 24/7 to assist you before, during, and after your procedure.
Get Started
Ready to take the next step with Dr. Karaaltın and book your consultation?
Get started by calling the office at +90 212 325 42 42 or completing our online contact form to schedule your appointment.
Patient Journey — Key Facts
- Trip length
- Typically 7 days in Istanbul
- Pre-op consultation
- Online video review of photos & history
- Pre-op tests
- Blood work and clearance on Day 1 in Istanbul
- Surgery day
- Day 2, performed by Prof. Dr. Karaaltın
- Recovery & follow-up
- Days 3–6 with daily clinic checks
- Discharge
- Day 7 with full aftercare protocol
- Languages
- English, Turkish, Arabic coordination
- Support after return home
- WhatsApp & video follow-ups with the clinic team
Source: drkaraaltin.com/patient-journey