Health & Emergencies
Turkey offers good quality medical care with modern private hospitals in Istanbul. Costs are reasonable.
A public system exists, but tourists should seek out private clinics.
Private hospitals in Istanbul offer good-quality care with experienced professionals.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 300-800 TRY |
| Emergency room | 800-2,500 TRY |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 3,000-10,000 TRY |
| Emergency surgery | 15,000-60,000 TRY |
| Ambulance | 500-1,500 TRY |
| Raio-X | 300-800 TRY |
| Exames de sangue | 200-600 TRY |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Turkey. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Turkey is 112. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
A public system exists, but tourists should seek out private clinics.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 300-800 TRY, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are modern and well stocked with varied medication.
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