Zubeyde Akdas, the visionary behind iMed Medical, a health tourism agency based in Istanbul, highlighted that their offerings are tailored to the latest trends, akin to providing a personal assistant for health tourists in Türkiye. She emphasised the competitive edge Türkiye has in medical costs, being at least 30-40% less expensive than in the UK, Europe, and the US, thus making Istanbul an attractive destination for health tourists.
Akdas elaborated on their mission to augment the nation’s portion in the health tourism sector by facilitating connections between overseas patients and Türkiye’s esteemed health institutions and specialists, stating: “We have the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate issued by the Turkish Ministry of Health. We provide services in plastic surgery, obesity and hair transplantation. Those who prefer Istanbul can plan their course of treatment by phone, online, or in consultation with our personal counselors in the Netherlands and Belgium.”
Türkiye’s Ascendancy in Health Tourism
A report by Future Market Insights, a US-based analysis firm, projects a 6.6% surge in Türkiye’s health tourism revenue from 3,751.6 million dollars in 2023 to the close of 2033.
Akdaş remarked on Türkiye’s burgeoning reputation in health tourism, saying:
“With its geographical location, cultural beauties, professional health personnel, and clinics, Türkiye, and mainly Istanbul, is the address of choice for people who desire to have better treatment services at more affordable prices. Turkish clinics that follow world trends enhance patient satisfaction with innovative treatments.”
Comprehensive Support: Interpreters and Personal Nurses
Akdas, Founder of iMed Medical, underlined their agency’s extensive offerings in the medical tourism sector, from plastic surgery to hair transplantation and obesity surgery, adding:
“Procedures do not only refer to surgical procedures for us. It is also a step towards redefining the beauty standards of individuals on their own terms. With the latest surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach, we offer a journey that is both transformative and comfortable. We have a wide choice of hospitals, surgeons, and medical staff. That’s why we don’t have a waiting list. After the necessary and desired treatments are determined, we quickly schedule and invite our foreign patients to Istanbul. Our patients are accommodated in 5-star luxury hotels. During your stay, we provide personalized services with the support of our interpreter, private nurse and team. Our patients can easily integrate their visits with vacations or business trips.”
A Return to Natural Aesthetics
Embracing Natural Beauty Without Implants
In her concluding remarks, Akdas affirmed their commitment to prioritising patient satisfaction and delivering VIP service, collaborating with specialist doctors, clinics, and top-tier hospitals:
