Memorial Şişli Hospital
Memorial Şişli Hospital is one of the leading hospitals of Memorial Health Group and is located on the European side of Istanbul. The hospital welcomed its first patients in February 2000 and became Turkey's first hospital to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
Memorial Şişli combines advanced medical technology, multidisciplinary specialist teams, and internationally recognized healthcare services in central Istanbul.
Hospital at a Glance
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Şişli, Istanbul, Türkiye |
| Established | 2000 |
| Indoor Area | 53,000 m² |
| Accreditation | JCI accreditation |
| Operating Rooms | 13 |
| Intensive Care | Four intensive-care units |
| International Patients | Patients from more than 160 countries through Memorial's international network |
Medical Centers and Specialties
Memorial Şişli Hospital provides multidisciplinary diagnosis and treatment through specialized centers covering complex medical and surgical fields. Several of its departments serve as reference centers for patients from Türkiye and abroad.
- Organ Transplantation Center
- IVF and Reproductive Genetics Center
- Cardiovascular Surgery Center
- Heart Health Center
- Medical and Radiation Oncology
- Oncological Surgery Center
- da Vinci Robotic Surgery Center
- Breast Health and Diseases Center
- Brain, Nerve and Spinal Cord Surgery
- Orthopedics and Traumatology
- Stroke and Brain Injury Rehabilitation
- Urology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Obesity Surgery
- Adult and Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Gastroenterology and Advanced Endoscopy
Specialized Treatment Areas
| Medical Area | Services and Centers |
|---|---|
| Organ Transplantation | Liver and kidney transplantation |
| Reproductive Medicine | IVF, reproductive genetics, and fertility services |
| Cardiovascular Care | Cardiology and cardiovascular surgery |
| Oncology | Medical oncology, radiation oncology, and oncological surgery |
| Robotic Surgery | da Vinci robotic surgical procedures |
| Neurology | Brain, nerve, spinal cord, stroke, and rehabilitation services |
| Orthopedics | Orthopedic and traumatology services |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy |
Advanced Medical Technology
The hospital's diagnostic and treatment infrastructure includes advanced imaging, surgical, radiotherapy, cardiovascular, and diagnostic systems. These technologies support multidisciplinary evaluation and treatment across a wide range of specialties.
- 1.5 Tesla and 3 Tesla MRI systems
- Computed tomography
- Coronary CT angiography
- PET-CT
- Mammography and ultrasound
- Fluoroscopy and angiography
- Echocardiography
- FibroScan
- Artificial intelligence-assisted digital dermatoscopy
- TrueBeam STx radiotherapy technology
- Robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery systems
- da Vinci robotic surgery technology
Advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies are integrated into specialized clinical services to support individualized patient care.
Intensive Care Services
Memorial Şişli Hospital operates several specialized intensive-care units covering different clinical requirements. Its intensive-care infrastructure includes cardiovascular surgery, general, coronary, and neonatal intensive care.
| Unit | Focus |
|---|---|
| Cardiovascular Surgery Intensive Care | Postoperative and critical cardiovascular care |
| General Intensive Care | Critical care for patients requiring intensive monitoring |
| Coronary Intensive Care | Specialized monitoring and treatment for cardiac patients |
| Neonatal Intensive Care | Specialized intensive care for newborn patients |
International Patient Services
Memorial Health Group operates dedicated international patient services for patients traveling to Türkiye for medical care. International patients can receive assistance with medical consultations, treatment planning, and coordination throughout their healthcare journey.
- Submit medical information and relevant diagnostic records.
- Receive an evaluation from the appropriate specialist.
- Review the recommended treatment plan.
- Coordinate appointments and hospital admission.
- Receive assistance throughout the treatment process.
- Arrange appropriate follow-up after returning home.
International Healthcare Experience
Memorial identifies its hospitals as international reference centers and reports serving patients from more than 167 countries across its healthcare network. Its international patient infrastructure is designed to coordinate care for visitors arriving from different countries and healthcare systems.
| Patient Support | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Medical Second Opinion | Review of diagnosis and treatment options by Memorial physicians |
| Treatment Coordination | Planning consultations, procedures, and hospital services |
| International Patient Center | Dedicated coordination for patients traveling from abroad |
| Medical Documentation | Evaluation and coordination of relevant patient records |
Location in Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital is located on Piyalepaşa Boulevard in Şişli, on Istanbul's European side. Its central location provides access to the city's major transportation routes and surrounding residential, commercial, and accommodation areas.
| Location Information | Details |
|---|---|
| District | Şişli |
| City | Istanbul |
| Side of Istanbul | European side |
| Address | Piyalepaşa Blv. 34385, Şişli, Istanbul, Türkiye |
Why International Patients Consider Memorial Şişli
- Turkey's first hospital to receive JCI accreditation
- Large multidisciplinary hospital infrastructure
- Specialized organ transplantation services
- IVF and reproductive genetics services
- Comprehensive oncology services
- Advanced robotic surgery technologies
- Specialized cardiovascular and neurological care
- Dedicated international patient services
Treatment decisions should be based on an individual medical evaluation, the patient's clinical needs, and consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.
Plan Your Medical Journey
Patients considering treatment at Memorial Şişli should review the qualifications of the relevant specialist, the proposed treatment plan, expected recovery period, hospital arrangements, and follow-up requirements before traveling. Treatment availability and individual medical recommendations should be confirmed directly with the hospital.
