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Every child deserves a strong, healthy heart. Pediatric cardiology is here to protect it, caring for children from newborns to teenagers and helping them grow up active, healthy, and full of life.

Our pediatric cardiologists are experts in diagnosing and treating a wide range of heart conditions, from congenital defects to acquired heart diseases. Using advanced tools and personalized care, they focus on your child's heart health and overall well-being.

Whether it's a routine check-up or complex surgery, Turkey is a trusted destination for families seeking high-quality, affordable pediatric heart care.

Price of pediatric cardiology treatment in Turkey with Turquie Santé

Looking for affordable and high-quality pediatric cardiac surgery? Below is a comparison of estimated costs for common heart procedures in children across Turkey, France, Germany, and the United States. Prices are indicative and may vary depending on the clinic, surgeon experience, and complexity of the case.

Pediatric Cardiac SurgeryTurkeyFranceGermanyUnited States
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair$12,000$40,000$35,000$45,000
Valvuloplasty (Valve Repair)$15,000$45,000$35,000$90,000
Tetralogy of Fallot Repair$16,000$85,000$75,000$160,000
Pediatric Aortic Valve Replacement$30,000$65,000$50,000$250,000
Open Heart Surgery (General)$8,000$45,000$80,000$120,000

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JCI - Joint Commission International LIV Vadistanbul
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Vadistanbul
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification LIV Vadistanbul
AOSpine International — Global Spine Care Organization LIV Vadistanbul
LIV Vadistanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
Dr. Hasan Burak İşleyen

Dr. Hasan Burak İşleyen

Main Specialty : Cardiology Notable Trainings : Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, SBU Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital Mastered Techniques : Interventional cardiovascular disease, Preventive heart medicine, Hypertension, ... Read more
Spec. Dr. Utku Zor

Spec. Dr. Utku Zor

Main specialty : Cardiology Years of experience : 21 years. Notable training : Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1998),Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center, Cardiology Department (1999-2004),Harvard Medical School ... Read more
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4.4(11 Reviews)
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AOSpine International — Global Spine Care Organization LIV Ulus
JCI - Joint Commission International LIV Ulus
Eurocrine — Endocrine Surgery Quality Registry LIV Ulus
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Ulus
LIV Ulus
Istanbul, Turkey
Prof. Dr. Kadriye Kılıçkesmez

Prof. Dr. Kadriye Kılıçkesmez

Main Specialty : Cardiology Notable Trainings : Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, Royal Brompton Hospital (London) Mastered Techniques : Radial angiography, Complex coronary interventions, Intracoronary ... Read more
Specialist Dr. Ayşegül Karahan

Specialist Dr. Ayşegül Karahan

Main Specialty : Cardiology Years of Experience : 19 years. Notable Training : Cardiology Specialization, Istanbul Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Hospital (1998 - 2005); Medical School, Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
JCI - Joint Commission International HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
Istanbul, Turkey
Professor Mustafa SAĞLAM, MD

Professor Mustafa SAĞLAM, MD

Main specialty: Interventional cardiology Years of experience: Over 26 years Notable training: Medical degree, Marmara University (1994); specialization in cardiology, Koşuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital (2000); associate professor, Kartal ... Read more
PROF. ALI FEDAKAR

PROF. ALI FEDAKAR

Main specialty: Cardiovascular surgery Years of experience: Over 27 years Notable training: Graduated in medicine, Erciyes University; specialization in cardiovascular surgery, Çukurova University (1998); associate professor, Kartal Koşuyolu Training ... Read more
4.4 / 5
4.4(221 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
JCI - Joint Commission International LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
Istanbul, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Teymen

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Teymen

Main Specialty : Cardiology Years of Experience : 19 years. Notable Training : MD, Cardiology, Maltepe University Cardiology, Istanbul (2005); Medical Faculty, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara (2000) Mastered Techniques : Interventional ... Read more
Dr. Noorullah HAMDARD

Dr. Noorullah HAMDARD

Main Specialty : Cardiology Years of Experience : 1 year. Notable Training : Ankara University of Health Sciences, Gülhane Faculty of Medicine (2010 to 2017),Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine, Erzurum (2019 to 2024) Mastered Techniques : ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(67 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEMORIAL Şişli
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL Şişli
JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL Şişli
MEMORIAL Şişli
Istanbul, Turkey
4.5 / 5
4.5(34 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification DERINDERE
DERINDERE
Istanbul, Turkey
4.0 / 5
4.0(2 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification HIZMET By Memorial
JCI - Joint Commission International HIZMET By Memorial
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) HIZMET By Memorial
HIZMET By Memorial
Istanbul, Turkey
4.0 / 5
4.0(2 Reviews)
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JCI - Joint Commission International MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
4.0 / 5
4.0(1 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEMORIAL ANKARA
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL ANKARA
JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL ANKARA
MEMORIAL ANKARA
Ankara, Turkey
4.3 / 5
4.3(2 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEMORIAL Bahçelievler
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL Bahçelievler
JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL Bahçelievler
Leed Platinium Certificate MEMORIAL Bahçelievler
MEMORIAL Bahçelievler
Istanbul, Turkey
4.3 / 5
4.3(23 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) ACIBADEM
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification ACIBADEM
JCI - Joint Commission International ACIBADEM
ACIBADEM
Istanbul, Turkey
Dr.Ender Semiz

Dr.Ender Semiz

Main specialty : Interventional cardiology Years of experience : Over 30 years Notable training : Graduated from Ege Faculty of Medicine (1983),Specialization in internal medicine at Akdeniz University (1991),Specialization in cardiology at Akdeniz ... Read more
4.6 / 5
4.6(171 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Medistate Hospital
ESMO Designated Centres
of Integrated Oncology and Palliative Care Medistate Hospital
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification Medistate Hospital
JCI - Joint Commission International Medistate Hospital
Medistate Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
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National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) MEMORIAL Ataşehir
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL Ataşehir
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEMORIAL Ataşehir
JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL Ataşehir
MEMORIAL Ataşehir
Istanbul, Turkey
4.4 / 5
4.4(9 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) NP BRAIN
JCI - Joint Commission International NP BRAIN
NP BRAIN
Istanbul, Turkey
4.7 / 5
4.7(4 Reviews)
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JCI - Joint Commission International Florence Nightingale
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale
Istanbul, Turkey
Dr.Çavlan Çiftçi

Dr.Çavlan Çiftçi

Main specialty: Cardiology (interventional cardiology, emergency cardiovascular care)Years of experience: Over 30 yearsNotable training: Graduate of the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University (1990); specialization in cardiology, Istanbul ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(10 Reviews)
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JCI - Joint Commission International AMERICAN HOSPITAL
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) AMERICAN HOSPITAL
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification AMERICAN HOSPITAL
AMERICAN HOSPITAL
Istanbul, Turkey
4.7 / 5
4.7(5 Reviews)
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JCI - Joint Commission International MEDICAL PARK PENDIK
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEDICAL PARK PENDIK
MEDICAL PARK PENDIK
Istanbul, Turkey
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)
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TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification MEMORIAL Antalya
JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL Antalya
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL Antalya
MEMORIAL Antalya
Antalya, Turkey
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)
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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
TÜV SÜD ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Certification LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
Ankara, Turkey
Prof. Dr. Veysel Ozan TANIK

Prof. Dr. Veysel Ozan TANIK

Main Specialty : Cardiology Years of Experience : 12 years. Notable Trainings : Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005 – 2011),Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012 – 2016). Mastered Techniques ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)
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Consult a pediatric cardiologist: warning signs

Your child's heart deserves your full attention. Consult a pediatric cardiologist if you notice any of the following:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Unusual tiredness
  • Bluish discoloration of the lips or fingernails
  • Swelling of the legs or feet
  • Chest pain.
  • Fainting spells
  • Irregular heartbeat or slower-than-expected growth.

Even if your child seems to be doing well, regular follow-up is recommended if there is a family history of heart disease or if an abnormality was detected during pregnancy. This allows us to detect any problems early and provide appropriate treatment if needed. Don't hesitate to ask your pediatrician or pediatric cardiologist any questions you may have.

Risk factors

There are many risk factors for heart disease in children. They may include:

  • A family history of heart disease.
  • Certain infections the mother had during pregnancy (such as rubella).
  • Maternal diseases such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
  • Chromosomal abnormalities, such as trisomy 21.

These factors can increase the likelihood of congenital heart defects in the newborn.

Diagnosis of heart disease in children

The diagnosis of heart disease in children is based on several tests:

  • Clinical examination: The pediatric cardiologist will auscultate the heart, take blood pressure, and ask about symptoms.
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): This test records the electrical activity of the heart.
  • Echocardiography: Uses ultrasound to visualize the heart and its structures.
  • Cardiac MRI: Provides highly detailed images of the heart.
  • Cardiac catheterization: To examine the chambers and blood vessels of the heart.

Treatment of heart disease in children

Heart disease in children can take many forms, from malformations present at birth to disorders that develop during growth.
The most common heart diseases in children include :

  • Congenital heart defects: Abnormalities present at birth that affect the structure of the heart. They can affect the heart walls, valves, large vessels, etc.
  • Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias): Irregular heartbeats, either too fast or too slow.
  • Heart muscle diseases (cardiomyopathies): Conditions that weaken the heart muscle.
  • Heart valve disease: Problems affecting the valves that regulate blood flow in the heart.
  • Heart infections: such as endocarditis, a disease of the heart valves.

Treatment of heart disease in children depends on the type and severity of the condition. It may include :

  • Medication: To regulate heart rhythm, control blood pressure or treat heart failure.
  • Surgery: to correct complex heart defects.
  • Interventional procedures: to widen arteries or place stents.

Different types of pediatric cardiac surgery

Pediatric cardiac surgery is highly individualized and tailored to each child, depending on the nature and complexity of his or her heart problem.
The most common procedures include:

  • Plugging of heart communications: When there are "holes" between the heart chambers (interatrial or interventricular communications),surgeons can close them with patches to restore normal blood flow.
  • Correcting tetralogy of Fallot: This complex malformation requires a more extensive operation. The surgeon corrects several abnormalities at once, such as widening an outflow tract of the heart, closing a hole, and improving blood flow to the lungs.
  • Correction of transposition of the great vessels: In this malformation, the blood-carrying vessels are reversed. The procedure consists of reconnecting them to ensure proper oxygenation of the blood.
  • Heart valve repair or replacement: Heart valves can malfunction by being too narrow (stenosis) or failing to close completely (insufficiency). The surgeon may repair these valves or replace them with a prosthetic valve.
  • Heart transplant: In the most severe cases, when other treatments are not enough, a heart transplant may be considered to save the child's life.

Technological advances in pediatric cardiology in Turkey

Technological advances have transformed pediatric cardiac surgery in Turkey. Thanks to minimally invasive surgery, incisions are now smaller, reducing trauma and speeding up postoperative recovery.

Robot-assisted surgery also offers greater precision, allowing the surgeon to manipulate instruments remotely.

Meanwhile, heart prostheses are being continuously improved to ensure greater durability and efficiency.

Finally, 3D printing makes it possible to create personalized models of the heart, facilitating preoperative planning and optimizing surgical outcomes.

Thanks to advances in pediatric cardiology, most pediatric heart diseases can be effectively treated, giving these young patients a better outlook for the future.

Pediatric heart surgery procedures

Each pediatric heart surgery is unique and tailored to the child's specific malformation.
Key stages of pediatric heart surgery

The key stages of pediatric heart surgery are :

  • Preparation and anesthesia: The child is safely put to sleep with a general anesthetic chosen based on the child's age and the complexity of the procedure.
  • Access to the heart: The surgeon makes an incision in the chest to expose the heart.
  • Correcting the deformity: Repairs are performed with great precision using surgical techniques tailored to each case.
  • Closing the incision: Once the correction is complete, the incision is carefully closed.

Techniques used

To facilitate the operation, the surgeon may use a variety of techniques:

  • Extracorporeal circulation: A machine temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs, allowing the surgeon to operate with the heart immobile.
  • Deep circulatory arrest: The heart is stopped for a very short time to allow time for the most delicate repairs.

Choice of anesthesia

The choice of anesthesia is critical and depends on a number of factors: the age of the child, the type of malformation, and the expected duration of the operation.

  • Inhaled and intravenous general anesthesia: rapid induction and maintenance of deep unconsciousness.
  • Supplemental locoregional anesthesia: Used in conjunction with general anesthesia for certain procedures.

Pediatric cardiology in Turkey

Are you concerned about your child's heart health? Turkey offers a world-class solution. Our partners, which include some of the best pediatric cardiology facilities in the world, offer their expertise and cutting-edge technology to provide effective care for your child.

We provide personalized support throughout the entire process, from initial treatment to post-operative care.

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