Insurance for unexpected expenses in case of complications during treatment and 48 months after treatment Coverage up to 200,000 USD
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr.Cüneyt Türkmen (Nuclear medicine physician)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation
Years of experience30
Get a Free Consultation
Or contact through messengers
Prof. Dr. Cüneyt Türkmen is a distinguished nuclear medicine physician with over 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, where he specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapies for various cancers.
- Full Name: Prof. Dr. Cüneyt Türkmen
- Years of Experience: 30+ years
- Main Specialty: Nuclear Medicine
- Current Position: Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul
Educational Background
- Medical School: Dokuz Eylül University Medical Faculty, İzmir, Turkey (Graduated in 1992)
- Specialization: Nuclear Medicine, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1998–2002)
- International Training: Nuclear Medicine Unit at Sahlgrenska University Queen Sylvia Hospital, Sweden
Procedures performed by the doctor
Brachytherapy
$4800 - $4800
Discectomy
$9000 - $9000
Radioiodine therapy
$2500 - $2500
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
$10000 - $10000
Hysterectomy with DaVinci robot
$7500 - $9500
Thyroid resection
$6000 - $6750
Hemorrhoidectomy
$3500 - $6000
Whipple surgery
$17000 - $20000
Immunotherapy
$1253 - $2543
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$9900 - $12000
Stomach cancer surgery
$8500 - $15000
Enucleation of eye
$2070 - $2070
Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids)
$6000 - $14000
Transnasal resection of tumor
$15000 - $18000
Сervix Conization
$1500 - $1500
Breast cancer surgery
$5340 - $7500
Bone marrow transplantation
$57500 - $77500
Melanoma surgery
$3500 - $5000
Trachelectomy (cervicectomy)
$9500 - $9500
Gastric bypass
$3391 - $3391
Mammoplasty
$5000 - $5500
Vagus nerve stimulation
$22000 - $30000
Lung cancer surgery
$10700 - $12500
Tummy tuck
$4200 - $5800
Craniotomy
$13000 - $17000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3750 - $3750
Gastric balloon
$4500 - $4500
Surgical treatment of scoliosis
$15000 - $29000
Radiotherapy
$2000 - $7150
Knee Arthroscopy
$9500 - $12500
Liver transplant
$50000 - $50000
Removal of liver cancer
$12000 - $18000
Cochlear implant placement
$24000 - $32000
Allogenic bone marrow transplantation from an unrelated donor
$77500 - $77500
Brain tumor removal
$12000 - $20000
Esophagectomy
$7500 - $15000
Lymphadenectomy
$4000 - $6000
Umbilical hernia repair
$5000 - $5000
Facelift
$5500 - $3500
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
$3000 - $3500
CyberKnife
$4750 - $6450
Nephrectomy
$7000 - $13500
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$3128 - $4203
Mastectomy
$4000 - $9000
Subtotal thyroidectomy
$6500 - $8000
Small intestine resection
$6000 - $8000
Hysterectomy (uterus removal)
$4900 - $7000
Childbirth
$3500 - $4000
Physiotherapy
$200 - $400
Shoulder replacement
$15000 - $17000
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$2000 - $3500
Removal of spinal cord tumor
$14000 - $17500
Stomach resection
$9500 - $11000
Autologous bone marrow transplantation
$32500 - $32500
Laminectomy
$9500 - $11000
Liposuction
$1500 - $2000
FUE hair transplant
$2500 - $2300
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25000 - $29000
SIRT therapy
$24000 - $24000
Gamma Knife
$4300 - $4300
Stereotaxic surgeries
$12000 - $12000
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$4500 - $5500
Prostatectomy
$10000 - $15000
Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy
$18000 - $20000
Ankle joint replacement
$10000 - $15000
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$6500 - $9000
Breast reconstruction surgery
$4700 - $8000
Resection of gallbladder
$7500 - $9000
Allogenic bone marrow transplantation from a related donor
$57500 - $57500
Breast lift
$3300 - $4200
Rotator cuff repair surgery
$10000 - $12500
Coronary angiography
$1500 - $2200
Stem Cell Therapy
$6500 - $7500
Lumpectomy
$4000 - $5000
Removal of colon cancer
$7500 - $15000
Da Vinci Robotic System
$2500 - $5000
Kidney transplant
$18000 - $18000
Professional Experience
- Current Role: Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul (since 2021)
- Previous Positions:
- Nuclear Medicine Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (2002–2015)
- Nuclear Medicine Department, Florence Nightingale Istanbul Hospital (2015–2021)
- International Experience: Sahlgrenska University Queen Sylvia Hospital, Sweden
Academic Contributions
- Teaching Positions: Professor of Nuclear Medicine at Istanbul University
- Research Interests: PET/CT imaging, radionuclide therapy, radioembolization, and diagnostic imaging techniques
- Publications: Authored over 86 scientific papers and contributed to multiple book chapters
- Conference Participation: Regular speaker at national and international nuclear medicine conferences
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Cüneyt Türkmen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers using advanced nuclear medicine techniques.
- Conditions Treated:
- Prostate Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Procedures and Techniques:
- PET/CT Imaging
- Radionuclide Therapy (e.g., Lutetium-177, Actinium-225)
- Radioembolization
- Scintigraphy
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Türkmen has made significant contributions to the field of nuclear medicine through his research and publications. His work focuses on improving diagnostic imaging and therapeutic techniques for cancer patients.
- Selected Publications:
- “An anthropomorphic body phantom for the determination of calibration factor in radionuclide treatment dosimetry” – July 2023
- “Factors affecting the performance of the deep cervical flexors in young people using smartphones” – July 2023
- “Effects of Two Exercise Regimes on Patients with Chiari Malformation Type 1: a Randomized Controlled Trial” – April 2023
- Research Profiles: Available on ResearchGate and Google Scholar
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Türkmen is committed to providing personalized and compassionate care to his patients. He emphasizes the importance of clear communication and patient education to ensure informed decision-making.
- Approach to Care:
- Patient-centered and empathetic
- Focus on individualized treatment plans
- Utilization of the latest nuclear medicine technologies
- International Patients: Offers online consultations and second opinions to accommodate patients worldwide
Professional Affiliations
- European Association of Nuclear Medicine
- Society of Nuclear Medicine
- Turkish Nuclear Medicine Association
- Fellow of the European Board of Nuclear Medicine
FAQs
- Is Prof. Dr. Cüneyt Türkmen board-certified?
- Yes, he holds certifications from the Turkish Nuclear Medicine Association and the European Board of Nuclear Medicine.
- What types of procedures does he perform?
- He specializes in PET/CT imaging, radionuclide therapies (e.g., Lutetium-177, Actinium-225), radioembolization, and scintigraphy.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Prof. Dr. Türkmen offers online consultations and second opinions for international patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay for treatments?
- The duration varies depending on the procedure but is generally short, with many treatments performed on an outpatient basis.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in Turkish and English.
- Where is his practice located?
- Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- How can I schedule an appointment?
- Appointments can be scheduled through the hospital’s call center or live support services.
Patient reviews
4.7
Good
3 reviews
Detailed information
5 stars
67%
4 stars
33%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%
Patient reviews
United States,
Mar 23, 2023
Peter Speek from US visited Memorial Clinic for his prostate cancer treatment through Lu-177. He is thankful to the Memorial Clinic and ClinicsonCall for the impeccable services.
Turkey,
Feb 17, 2022
Cüneyt bey ve ekibi babamın metastazlı prostat CA sürecinde, İÜ Nükleer Tıp’ta tüm gerekli tedavilerini titizlikle ve son derece başarılı bir şekilde yaptı. Bizim için kendisi son derece değerli, mesleğinde titiz ve mükemmel bir doktordur. Babamı tedavi etmiştir, hastalığını yıllarca ötelemiştir. Ke ndisine çok teşekkür ediyoruz. Saygılarımızı sevgilerimizi sunuyoruz, her zaman iyi dualar gönderiyoruz.
Read more
Pakistan,
Oct 14, 2021
My experience with Dr. Cuneyt Turkmen was great as he had helped me much throughout my recovery from thyroid cancer. He and his team were super cooperative and friendly, and I am glad to have met such an excellent doctor as Dr. Cuneyt Turkmen
Get a Free Consultation
Or contact through messengers
