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The final price depends on the specific joint, surgery complexity, and chosen clinic tier. In the US, the average price for this procedure is _price_compare_US_average_. Patients can save approximately _price_percent_discount_% compared to US rates. Standard Turkish packages often include surgeon fees, anesthesia, pre-operative tests, and airport-to-clinic transfers.</p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shoulder arthroscopy:</strong> Typically ranges between $7,000 and $13,900 for complex repairs.</li>\n<li><strong>Meniscus repair:</strong> Packages generally start around $6,100 for minimally invasive knee surgery.</li>\n<li><strong>Clinic location:</strong> Major medical hubs include Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Bursa.</li>\n<li><strong>Advanced technology:</strong> Robotic-assisted systems or 3D-modeling may add 20-30% to standard costs.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> Choosing a university-affiliated hospital offers high success rates at competitive prices. Atlas University Hospital reports a 98% success rate for knee arthroscopy. For specialized care, Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa provides MAKO-certified robotic surgery. This expertise ensures precision for a similar cost as standard manual procedures in Istanbul. Most premium packages also include 24-hour nursing and nutritionist-prepared meals.</p>","faq":[{"q":"When is the best time to travel to Turkey?","a":"<p>The main advantage of Turkish resorts is the long beach season. On the Mediterranean coast, it starts in April and lasts until November. In the resorts of the Aegean Sea — from May to October. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_of_Turkey\">most comfortable time</a>&nbsp;for swimming is from mid-June to the end of October. A large influx of tourists is in July-August, when the air temperature is +38°C, and the water warms up to +27°C.</p>"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in Turkey?","a":"<p>Healthcare is the key development sector of the Turkish government. The Turkish authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_care_in_Turkey\">77 billion liras</a>&nbsp;for healthcare annually.</p><p>As a result,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_care_in_Turkey\">28,000 medical facilities</a>&nbsp;provide excellent medical care in the country. About&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/medical-tourism-to-turkey/\">50</a>&nbsp;centers have certificate of&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/about-jci/accredited-organizations/\">JCI (Joint Commission International)</a>, the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\">Israel has 20</a>&nbsp;JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany —&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\">only 10 clinics</a>&nbsp;of this type.</p>"},{"q":"What should you know about Turkey before the trip?","a":"<figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Currency</td><td>lira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros)</td></tr><tr><td>Best period for the trip</td><td>May-October</td></tr><tr><td>Language</td><td>Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)</td></tr><tr><td>Visa</td><td>is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit</td></tr><tr><td>Time difference with Europe</td><td>3 hours</td></tr><tr><td>Time difference with the USA</td><td>8 hours</td></tr><tr><td>Capital</td><td>Ankara</td></tr><tr><td>Medical tourism center</td><td>Istanbul</td></tr><tr><td>Popular resorts</td><td>Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"},{"q":"Do I need a visa?","a":"<p>In 2020, the Republic of Turkey has&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.mfa.gov.tr/yabancilarin-tabi-oldugu-vize-rejimi.tr.mfa\">visa-free agreements</a>&nbsp;with 89 states. Some foreigners are exempted from obtaining entry visas, others are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa), and still others must apply for a visa at Turkish missions abroad.</p><p>What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa\">here</a>.</p>"},{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to Turkey for treatment?","a":"<p>Visas for travel to Turkey require a&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.mfa.gov.tr/general-information-about-turkish-visas.en.mfa\">number of documents</a>. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:</p><ul><li>ID card</li><li>confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire</li><li>certificate of income and availability of funds ($50 per day per person)</li><li>insurance policy for a stay in Turkey (original and copy)</li><li>2 photos (5x6)</li><li>visa receipt</li><li>booking of flight and hotel</li><li>medical opinion about the need for treatment.</li></ul>"},{"q":"What hotel services are provided here?","a":"<p>In Turkey,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g293969-Turkey-Hotels.html\">hotels of different price</a>&nbsp;ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.</p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"仕組みについて","kind":"content"},{"text":"トルコでの関節鏡検査費用について今すぐご確認ください","kind":"content"},{"text":"11月 2026のトルコでの特別関節鏡検査プランをお見逃しなく","kind":"content"},{"text":"トルコの最高の関節鏡検査クリニックをご発見ください：3件の認証済み選択肢と料金","kind":"content"},{"text":"トルコでの関節鏡検査概要","kind":"content"},{"text":"トルコでの関節鏡検査医療診断をお受けください：17名の経験豊富な医師に今すぐご相談","kind":"content"},{"text":"Bookimedに関するレビュー：患者様の洞察を発見","kind":"content"},{"text":"このコンテンツを共有","kind":"content"},{"text":"Bookimed患者のビデオストーリー","kind":"content"},{"text":"トルコでの関節鏡検査に関するFAQ","kind":"content"},{"text":"無料相談を受ける","kind":"content"}]},"placeholders":{"price_from":"{{price_from}}","clinics_count":"{{clinics_count}}","cities_count":"{{cities_count}}","savings_pct":"{{savings_pct}}","data_date":"{{data_date}}"},"legal":{"restricted_markets":{"status":"missing","reason":"not_collected"}},"conflicts":[{"field":"medical.hospital_nights","chosen":"offers","offers":2,"parsed_details":{"min":0,"max":1}}]}