Everything you need to know, in order.
Eight steps from first contact to follow-up at home, plus practical guides on travel, companions and questions to ask.
Eight steps
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Why Turkey for Orthopedic Surgery
Accredited hospitals, high-volume surgeons, direct flights and transparent pricing: why Turkey has become a leading destination for joint, spine and sports surgery.
5 min read - 2
Medical Record Review
How to prepare your imaging and reports so a partner surgeon can confirm the diagnosis, plan and price before you travel.
4 min read - 3
Treatment Planning & Quote
Understanding your treatment plan, what the package includes, validity dates and how to compare quotes fairly.
4 min read - 4
Travel & Accommodation
Flights, visas, recovery-friendly hotels and what to pack for surgery in Turkey.
5 min read - 5
Hospital Admission
Consultation, pre-operative tests, consent and what to expect on admission day.
3 min read - 6
Surgery Day
What happens before, during and immediately after your operation.
3 min read - 7
Rehabilitation & Recovery
Physiotherapy in hospital and at your hotel, milestones by procedure type and how to continue at home.
6 min read - 8
Follow-up After Returning Home
Remote follow-up schedule, wound care, warning signs and how to reach your surgeon.
3 min read
Travel, companions and questions to ask
Flying After Orthopedic Surgery
Clot prevention, seat choice and airport assistance for the flight home.
4 min read
Companion Guide
How partners, family and friends can support a patient travelling for surgery.
4 min read
Questions to Ask Before Surgery Abroad
A checklist for evaluating any clinic, surgeon or quote.
5 min read