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About Treat Journey

We help international patients make confident, informed decisions about medical treatment in Turkey.

Medically reviewed by Op. Dr. Murat Yaman, Plastic Surgeon

About Treat Journey
Founded in Istanbul
2016
Countries served
90+
Languages spoken by our team
12
Patients supported
32k
Our mission

Transparent, safe and patient-first medical travel

Choosing a surgeon abroad can feel overwhelming. Prices vary, information is scattered and it's hard to know who to trust. We founded Treat Journey to change that.

Our platform brings together verified doctors and accredited hospitals across Turkey, with honest prices and real patient reviews — so you can compare options side by side and choose with confidence.

Behind the platform is a multilingual team of patient coordinators who support you personally, from your first question until you've fully recovered at home.

  • Independent platform

    We are not a clinic. We compare verified doctors and hospitals so you can choose freely.

  • Written, all-inclusive prices

    Every quote lists exactly what is included — the price does not change on arrival.

  • One coordinator, your language

    A real person follows your case from the first message until you have recovered.

  • Free for patients

    You never pay us. You pay the hospital directly for your treatment.

Our standards

How we verify doctors and hospitals

Nothing is listed until it passes every step — and every partner is re-evaluated each year.

  1. 1Licence check

    Medical licences and specialist certificates are checked against official Turkish registries.

  2. 2Accreditation review

    We confirm Ministry of Health authorisation for international patients and accreditations such as JCI or ISO.

  3. 3On-site visit

    Our team visits facilities to review hygiene, equipment and the international patient service.

  4. 4Patient feedback

    Every patient is asked for feedback; partners are re-evaluated annually.

Our values

What we stand for

  • Safety first

    Every doctor and hospital is verified before listing and re-evaluated annually.

  • Honest pricing

    Clear starting prices and written quotes. No hidden fees, no surprises.

  • Personal care

    A dedicated coordinator who speaks your language, available 24/7.

Our team

People behind the platform

Doctors, patient coordinators and interpreters who work with you every day.

  • AÖ Dr. A. ÖzMedical Director
  • SK S. KaracaHead of Patient CareEnglish · Turkish · German
  • LM L. MeyerInternational Coordinator (DE/NL)German · Dutch · English
  • YH Y. HaddadInternational Coordinator (AR/FR)Arabic · French · English
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Editorial & medical review policy

Medical content on this site is written for international patients in plain language, from the hospitals' own information and published medical sources. Pages that a physician has reviewed name the reviewer; guides show the date their text was last updated, and prices show the date they were last checked.

We do not accept payment for editorial content, and we never edit or remove genuine patient reviews.

Medically reviewed by Op. Dr. Murat Yaman, Plastic Surgeon·Prices checked: October 2026
  • Reviewed by a licensed physician
  • Updated at least every 12 months
  • Prices checked with partner hospitals
  • Clear separation of information and advertising

We partner with clinics and surgeons accredited or certified by

  • Joint Commission International
  • International Organization for Standardization
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Company information

About
Treat Journey · Est. 2016
Address
Büyükdere Cad. No:100, Şişli, 34394 Istanbul, Türkiye
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Frequently asked questions

No. Treat Journey is an independent platform. We help you compare verified doctors and accredited hospitals in Turkey and coordinate your trip; the treatment itself is provided by the hospital you choose.

No. Our service is free for patients. You pay the hospital directly for your treatment, based on the written quote you accepted.

Only licensed hospitals authorised for international patients are listed. We review accreditations, visit facilities and re-evaluate every partner annually based on patient feedback.

Your personal coordinator

A real person guides you from question to recovery

  • Free & no obligation
  • Reply usually within 2 hours
  • GDPR / KVKK compliant

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What should you understand about Treat Journey?

When considering medical travel, finding clear and unembellished details about Treat Journey and the services provided helps you make thoughtful healthcare decisions. This English-only platform serves international individuals who are exploring healthcare options across Turkey. Travelling abroad for medical, dental, or surgical procedures requires thorough research, and our role is to present straightforward, structured material to assist with that preparation. We understand that organising healthcare abroad can feel unfamiliar, which is why transparency and patient-first communication guide every page on this website.

The platform functions as an independent informational resource and coordination tool rather than a healthcare provider. We do not deliver clinical treatments or prescribe medications ourselves. Instead, we assist foreign patients in understanding procedural pathways, preparing necessary medical history files, and liaising with accredited medical facilities. You can read our detailed guide on how it works to understand how communication, scheduling, and preliminary consultations are arranged with qualified healthcare providers.

Which editorial principles guide our published information?

Navigating healthcare in another country can feel daunting without reliable reference points. To maintain editorial integrity and protect patient welfare, we follow a strict set of core operational standards across all published articles:

  • No commercial advertising inside guides: Educational content remains strictly focused on procedures, recovery timelines, and clinical considerations without paid banner adverts, sponsored placements, or commercial endorsements influencing our descriptions.
  • Written quotations rather than estimates: All medical costs are presented through formal written quotes following preliminary evaluations by licensed clinicians, rather than generalised promotional estimates.
  • Open disclosure of potential risks: Every medical intervention involves potential hazards, side effects, and recovery challenges, which we outline clearly alongside anticipated clinical benefits.
  • Responsible patient data handling: Personal medical records, photographs, and contact information submitted by prospective patients are safeguarded in accordance with strict confidentiality protocols and data protection standards.
  • Educational scope without clinical advice: Informational guides provide general background knowledge and do not substitute for a formal clinical consultation, physical examination, diagnosis, or personalised medical opinion.

Maintaining these values ensures that our informational materials remain objective, calm, and dependable. You can review our comprehensive privacy policy to see the technical and administrative measures implemented to protect personal health details submitted through our online enquiry forms.

Why are clinical risks and limitations stated openly?

Medical procedures involve inherent complexities, and realistic expectations are essential for safe outcomes. We believe patient-first communication requires honest discussions regarding potential complications, recovery durations, and post-procedure care requirements. Withholding unpleasant possibilities or oversimplifying recuperation periods serves neither the patient nor the treating medical team. Every patient deserves full visibility into what a procedure entails, including discomfort, healing constraints, and follow-up care obligations.

Our informational articles examine both the positive outcomes of elective and necessary procedures as well as the documented clinical contraindications and recovery risks. Patients must recognise that individual physical factors, healing responses, lifestyle habits, and travel logistics significantly influence medical outcomes abroad. Preparing for international travel after surgery also involves considerations such as flight timings, pressure changes during air travel, and having adequate rest prior to departure.

How can patients use the resources about Treat Journey?

Patients can use this platform at several stages of their healthcare planning. You can begin by exploring our directory of available treatments to learn about typical preparation steps, hospitalisation expectations, procedural timelines, and post-operative instructions across various medical disciplines. These overviews explain standard medical terminology in plain English so you can evaluate treatment pathways with greater confidence.

Once you identify the relevant medical field, you may request a formal clinical evaluation by submitting a free quote request with your existing medical history and diagnostic scans. Medical coordinators review your documentation alongside partner clinical teams to assemble an itemised, written proposal before you make any travel arrangements. This process allows you to review procedural details, included services, and clinical recommendations at your own pace without pressure.

For additional queries regarding international travel logistics, airport transfers, interpreter services, and accommodation arrangements, our dedicated faq section answers the most common practical concerns raised by international patients.

What role does medical advice play in our guides?

Every article published on this website serves an educational purpose and is written to help you ask informed questions during your private consultations. Healthcare information cannot replace a direct diagnostic assessment by a qualified doctor who has evaluated your medical history, physical state, and relevant clinical test results. No two patients share the same physiology, and treatments that suit one person may not be appropriate for another.

We encourage every reader to discuss their medical travel intentions with their local general practitioner before embarking on journeys abroad. Having your domestic physician review your medical records, proposed interventions, and medication schedules provides an invaluable layer of safety and continuity of care. After returning home, maintaining communication with your domestic healthcare team ensures any subsequent monitoring or post-operative assessments proceed smoothly.

Frequently asked questions

Treat Journey does not provide direct medical treatment, diagnostic examinations, or clinical prescriptions. The platform operates as an informational guide and coordination resource connecting international patients with registered Turkish medical facilities. Certified medical practitioners conduct all medical evaluations, clinical discussions, and procedural appointments directly with you.

No advertising banners, sponsored rankings, or commercial endorsements appear within our medical guides. All content is composed to provide neutral, objective clinical overviews and logistical guidance. This non-commercial policy ensures readers can explore healthcare topics and treatment pathways without marketing influences or commercial bias.

Prices are delivered as itemised, written quotes following an individual review of your medical records and diagnostic images by partner clinical specialists. We avoid generalized price estimates because procedural requirements, anaesthesia choices, hospital stay lengths, and post-operative materials vary according to personal clinical circumstances.

Open discussion of clinical risks, potential complications, and realistic recovery timelines is vital for patient safety and informed consent. We detail known risks alongside anticipated results so that individuals considering travel abroad can evaluate the medical, logistical, and emotional factors before committing to any procedure.

Your medical files, diagnostic scans, and personal contact details are handled with strict confidentiality. Data submitted through enquiry forms is transferred via encrypted protocols and shared exclusively with relevant medical coordinators and registered clinicians responsible for preparing your clinical evaluation and written quote.

Our guides provide general educational information and cannot substitute for professional clinical advice, examination, or diagnosis. We advise all patients to consult their domestic general practitioner before arranging travel, ensuring continuous medical oversight and coordinated post-operative care once they return home.