Turkey

Dome view of the Blue Mosque, Istanbul

Turkey has one foot in Europe and the other in the Near East. It’s an enormous country of diverse people and landscapes, ranging from the bustling commercial centers of Istanbul to the quiet agricultural villages of the eastern provinces. As a major player on the world scene both politically and economically, Turkey is poised to play its part in the global healthcare arena. It’s now promoting medical travel in a big way, and Turkish medical institutions are now serving some 30,000 foreign patients each year.

Few medical travelers realize that Turkey has 42 JCI-accredited healthcare facilities--more than any other country. Prices in Turkey compare favorably with even the lowest available in Asia, and the quality of healthcare in Turkey's top facilities is consistently outstanding.

Wellness Tourism Flourishes Here

Turkey has developed a booming trade in vacation tourism in the last three decades, so extending the traditional Turkish warmth and hospitality to medical travelers is not a stretch. The Turkish Cultural and Tourism Ministry has spent millions to spread the word that Turkey is welcoming health travelers. The country has much to offer. Turkish cuisine is among the best in the world, and—if you have the time and feel well enough for a vacation—you are sure to enjoy the port cities of Marmaris and Fethiye, the stone dwellings of Cappadocia, or the hot springs of Pamukkale.