Remote medical file review, treatment suitability, required tests, and travel readiness.
International Patient Program
International Patient Heart Surgery in Turkey: Home-to-Home Journey
A coordinated medical travel pathway for international cardiovascular surgery patients: case review, treatment planning, VIP arrival support, hospital care, discharge planning, and online recovery follow-up.
Medical file review before travel
Personalized treatment and travel plan
VIP coordination from airport to follow-up
What This Page Covers
Complete Cardiac Health Tourism Pathway for International Patients
International heart surgery requires much more than choosing an operation date. Patients and families need a medical opinion, a safe travel window, clear hospital steps, translation support, family guidance, hotel or transfer coordination, and a reliable follow-up plan after returning home.
Arrival support, hospital admission, surgery, intensive care, ward recovery, and family updates.
Discharge documents, medication plan, flight timing, online wound and recovery follow-up.
Home-to-Home Journey
Step-by-Step Heart Surgery Travel Process From Your Country to Turkey
Before Travel: Medical Record Collection at Home
The process begins while you are still in your own country. You contact the international patient coordinator and share your symptoms, diagnosis, current medications, previous operations, allergies, and travel concerns.
- Angiography, echocardiography, CT, MRI, lab results, and discharge notes are collected.
- Images and reports are organized so the surgical team can review them efficiently.
- Urgency is assessed so the patient knows whether travel should be planned quickly or electively.
Remote Medical Review and Cardiac Surgery Second Opinion
Prof. Dr. Tayfun Aybek and the cardiovascular surgery team review the medical file to understand diagnosis, surgical risk, alternative treatment options, and whether additional testing is needed before a final plan.
- Coronary artery disease, valve disease, aortic disease, and complex redo cases are evaluated.
- Suitability for minimally invasive, open, robotic, endovascular, or hybrid options is considered.
- The patient receives a clear outline of the recommended next step, not a generic package.
Treatment Plan and Travel Readiness for Turkey
After review, the coordinator explains the expected medical pathway: likely pre-operative tests, admission timing, approximate hospital stay, companion needs, and recovery milestones. Price information is not displayed on this page; financial details are shared privately after medical assessment.
- Pre-arrival checklist: passport, reports, medications, blood thinner instructions, and companion details.
- Travel window planning based on cardiac risk, symptoms, and expected operation date.
- Communication channel opened for patient, family, and coordinator.
VIP Airport Arrival and Private Transfer in Turkey
On arrival, VIP support can be arranged according to patient needs. The aim is to reduce stress for cardiac patients and families who are arriving in a new country for treatment.
- Airport greeting and private transfer coordination.
- Hotel or hospital arrival guidance for patient and companion.
- Multilingual support during arrival, admission, and practical orientation.
Hospital Admission and Final Pre-Operative Cardiac Checks
The patient is admitted according to the planned schedule. The surgical team confirms the diagnosis, reviews current clinical status, and completes necessary pre-operative tests before surgery.
- Cardiology, anesthesia, laboratory, imaging, and infection screening when required.
- Medication review, blood preparation, anesthesia evaluation, and surgical consent support.
- Family briefing about surgery day, intensive care expectations, and communication flow.
Heart Surgery Day and Intensive Care Monitoring
The cardiovascular surgery team performs the planned operation using the approach that best fits the patient: minimally invasive, open, robotic-assisted, endovascular, or hybrid techniques when appropriate.
- Operation progress and early recovery updates are coordinated with the family.
- Intensive care monitoring focuses on heart rhythm, breathing, circulation, bleeding risk, and comfort.
- Transfer to the ward happens when clinical criteria are met.
Ward Recovery and Early Cardiac Rehabilitation
After intensive care, the patient continues recovery on the ward. The team monitors wound healing, mobility, breathing exercises, pain control, nutrition, and medication adaptation.
- Mobilization and breathing exercises begin under medical supervision.
- Companion guidance helps families understand safe movement, nutrition, and warning signs.
- Discharge criteria and return-home expectations are reviewed before leaving hospital.
Discharge Documents and Return Travel Planning
Before leaving Turkey, the patient receives a discharge summary, medication plan, wound care instructions, travel guidance, and follow-up schedule. Flight timing is discussed individually.
- Medical reports and imaging records are prepared for the patient and home-country physician.
- Medication instructions and warning signs are explained clearly.
- Hotel recovery or direct travel home is planned according to clinical status.
Back Home: Online Recovery Follow-Up After Heart Surgery
The journey does not end at the airport. After returning home, the patient can remain connected for online follow-up about wound appearance, medication questions, activity level, and control-test planning.
- Online review of recovery updates and selected follow-up reports.
- Guidance for walking, breathing exercises, diet, and gradual return to daily life.
- Coordination with the patient's local physician when needed.
Treatment Plans
Heart Surgery Treatment Plans Built Around Diagnosis, Risk and Travel Needs
Coronary Bypass Surgery Plan
For coronary artery disease, blocked vessels, prior stent history, or multi-vessel disease.
- Angiography review and surgical suitability
- Minimally invasive or open bypass assessment
- Estimated ICU, ward, and travel recovery timeline
Heart Valve Surgery Plan
For mitral, aortic, tricuspid, pulmonary valve disease, endocarditis, or combined valve cases.
- Echo and cardiac imaging review
- Repair, replacement, minimally invasive, or open approach discussion
- Anticoagulation and follow-up planning
Aortic and Endovascular Plan
For aortic aneurysm, aortic root disease, dissection, EVAR, TEVAR, or complex vascular anatomy.
- CT angiography and risk evaluation
- Open, endovascular, or hybrid treatment pathway
- Safe travel timing and post-procedure imaging follow-up
Diagnostic and Second Opinion Plan
For patients who need confirmation before travel, additional testing, or a second surgical opinion.
- Report and image review before committing to travel
- Required test list for Turkey or home country
- Clear decision pathway for surgery, monitoring, or alternative treatment
Treatment Packages
Heart Surgery Package Scopes Without Public Price Display
Package content is shaped after medical review because each cardiac patient has different diagnosis, operation type, risk profile, travel needs, and recovery timing. No price information is published on this page.
Remote
Medical Review Package
For patients who want to understand whether treatment in Turkey is appropriate before making travel plans.
- Medical file and image review
- Preliminary treatment pathway
- Required test checklist
- Coordinator communication channel
Most requested
Surgery Coordination Package
For patients whose operation pathway is defined and who need full medical travel coordination.
- Pre-arrival medical planning
- Hospital admission coordination
- Surgery and inpatient recovery pathway
- Discharge documents and return guidance
Comfort
VIP Patient Journey Package
For patients and families who want added comfort, private coordination, and practical support while in Turkey.
- VIP airport transfer coordination
- Hotel and companion guidance
- Multilingual practical support
- Priority communication with coordinator
Aftercare
Recovery Follow-Up Package
For patients who want a structured connection after discharge and after returning to their country.
- Medication and wound care guidance
- Online recovery check-ins
- Follow-up test planning
- Local physician coordination when needed
VIP Services
VIP Comfort and Coordination for Cardiac Surgery Patients in Turkey
VIP service options are designed to make the medical journey calmer for patients and companions. They are arranged according to clinical status, arrival plan, companion needs, and hospital schedule.
VIP Private Airport Transfer Coordination
Airport greeting, private transfer planning, and hotel or hospital arrival guidance.
Multilingual Patient Support
Communication support during admission, practical hospital steps, and family coordination.
Companion and Hotel Accommodation Guidance
Planning support for family members, hotel stay, local orientation, and daily practical needs.
Priority Coordinator Contact
One clear communication channel for medical documents, schedules, and follow-up questions.
Before You Travel
Medical Documents to Prepare Before Heart Surgery Travel
A complete file helps the team plan safely and reduces unnecessary delay after arrival. If you do not have every document, the coordinator can tell you which items are most important for your case.
Cardiac Medical Records
Angiography, echocardiography, CT angiography, lab results, operation notes, discharge summaries, and current diagnosis.
Medication and Blood Thinner List
All medications, blood thinners, insulin or diabetes medications, allergies, and implanted devices such as pacemakers.
International Travel Details
Passport details, companion information, preferred arrival date, mobility limitations, and special assistance needs.
Home-Country Physician Details
Contact information for the doctor who will follow you after you return, when coordination is needed.
Begin From Home
Send your records and receive a medically guided pathway before traveling.
The international patient team can review your documents, explain the next steps, and help you understand which package scope fits your diagnosis and travel needs. This page is informational and does not replace personal medical consultation.