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Immunotherapy in Turkey: Affordable prices for advanced cancer treatments

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Has your doctor recommended cancer treatment, and you're wondering which option is right for you? A cancer diagnosis often brings many questions, especially about the effectiveness of treatment and its impact on your daily life.

Immunotherapy in Turkey is one of the most advanced cancer treatments available today. Rather than attacking the tumor directly, it helps your immune system recognize and destroy cancer cells. Depending on the type of cancer, it may be used alone or with other treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or targeted therapy.

Immunotherapy: Prices in Turkey

On average, the cost of immunotherapy in Turkey ranges from €5,000 to €20,000 per treatment cycle. The price depends on several factors, including the type and stage of the cancer, the type of molecules used, the duration of the treatment protocol, and the patient's response to the treatment.

These costs typically include all services associated with the treatment pathway, such as:

  • Initial evaluation by a specialized oncologist.
  • Preliminary analyses and follow-up examinations.
  • The immunotherapy injections themselves.
  • Medical follow-up at the center.

At the same time, services such as appointment coordination, medical and linguistic support, and logistical assistance (travel and accommodation arrangements, excluding expenses) may be provided, depending on the center chosen and the patient's needs.

Risks and Side Effects

  • Pain.
  • Swelling.
  • Redness.
  • Itching.

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Jason D.
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It's been a few months now, and I'm finally taking the time to share my experience. As a patient coming from Canada, I was accompanied by Turquie Santé for immunotherapy treatment in Istanbul. At the beginning, the coordinator Sophia was very present..Read more


04/02/2026
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Noémie L.
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I would like to thank Turquie Santé for the support I received. I was quickly put in touch with Kevin. The exchange was warm and reassuring from the start. He took the time to listen to me and understand my situation. He then helped me put together m..Read more


17/12/2025
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I came to Turkey to follow immunotherapy, and I must say that my experience was very positive: the staff is professional and attentive, the modern and well -equipped hospital, and I felt accompanied and safe


03/08/2025
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Pauline M.
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A mastectomy is not just an operation. Before going through it, I had a lot of doubts. After the operation, it took time to recover and to get used to my changed body. Some days were harder than others. Throughout that period, the Turquie Santé team ..Read more


15/06/2026
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MESROUCHE EL H.
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I had a PET scan at Hisar Intercontinental. The examination went smoothly, and the staff were professional. I just found the wait for the results a little long.


06/05/2026
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arbadji Z.
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very satisfied with the care and quality and competence of the doctors. I have to come back in a few months to continue my care.


17/03/2026
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Imane B.
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I would like to thank the entire Turquie Santé team as well as the Acıbadem Clinic for their warm welcome and great professionalism. The care for my Hodgkin's disease was excellent, from the first consultation to the medical follow-up. I received car..Read more


03/03/2026
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Jenny Y.
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I would like to share my experience with Turquie Santé and Memorial Clinic and to thank the coordinator Emily, who took the time to explain every step to me — she speaks French, which was great. She arranged a teleconsultation with Dr. Akin Yildiz, a..Read more


01/03/2026
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Our doctors for your Immunotherapy

Prof.Dr.Süleyman Alıcı
Turkey, Istanbul
4.4
(221 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
36 years of experience
HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
The clinic is certified:JCI - Joint Commission International HISAR INTERCONTINENTALInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL

Main specialty : Oncology Years of experience : 36 years. Significant training : Bachelor's degree from Ataturk University, specialization in Internal Medicine from Selcuk University, minor specialization in Medical Oncology from Istanbul University. Mastered techniques :… Read more

Prof. Dr. Bülent BOZKURT
5.0
(1 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
29 years of experience
LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
The clinic is certified:International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi

Main Specialty : Allergy and Immunology Years of Experience : 29 years. Notable Qualifications : Bachelor of Medicine, Subspecialty - Immunology and Allergy Diseases Languages Spoken : Turkish, English Read more

Asst. Prof. Dr. Meltem Topalgökçeli Selam
5.0
(1 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
21 years of experience
LIV Ulus
The clinic is certified:JCI - Joint Commission International LIV UlusInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Ulus

Main Specialty : Medical Oncology Years of Experience : 21 years. Notable Education : İstanbul Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul University; Üsküdar American Academy for Girls Expertise : Gastrointestinal cancers; Ovarian cancers Notable Achievements : At least 4 international… Read more

ASSOC PROF. GÖRKEM TÜRKKAN M.D.
4.4
(221 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
17 years of experience
HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
The clinic is certified:JCI - Joint Commission International HISAR INTERCONTINENTALInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL

Verified CV: Radiation Oncology. Medical training at Gülhane Military Medical Academy and Zonguldak Karaelmas (Bülent Ecevit) University Faculty of Medicine, completed in 2009; Radiation Oncology specialization at Trakya University. He received the title of Associate Professor… Read more

Prof. Dr. Duygu Derin
Turkey, Istanbul
5.0
(1 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
33 years of experience
LIV Ulus
The clinic is certified:JCI - Joint Commission International LIV UlusInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Ulus

Main Specialty : Oncology Years of Experience : Over 20 years in medical oncology. Notable Trainings : Graduation from Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1993; Specialization in Internal Diseases at Taksim Training and Research Hospital in 2001; Specialization… Read more

Prof. Dr. Emre Merdan Fayda
5.0
(1 reviews)
Lead doctor for your Immunotherapy
24 years of experience
LIV Ulus
The clinic is certified:JCI - Joint Commission International LIV UlusInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Ulus

Main Specialty : Oncology Years of Experience : 24 years. Notable Education : İstanbul University, İstanbul Medical Faculty, Bachelor’s Degree (1993-1999); İstanbul University Oncology Institute, Assoc. Prof. (2012-.....); Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Thoracic Oncology, University… Read more

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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
JCI - Joint Commission International HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
HISAR INTERCONTINENTAL
Istanbul, Turkey
Prof. Dr. Şebnem İZMİR GÜNER

Prof. Dr. Şebnem İZMİR GÜNER

30 years of experience
Main specialty: Clinical and oncological hematology Years of experience: Over 20 years in hematology and oncology Notable training: Medicine at Istanbul University; specialization in internal medicine and hematology at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa; ... Read more
Prof Doctor UMMUGUL UYETURK

Prof Doctor UMMUGUL UYETURK

32 years of experience
Verified CV: Medical Oncology. Training: Uludağ University; Internal Medicine at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital; Medical Oncology subspecialty at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital (2008-2011). Headed the Medical Oncology branch at Abant ... Read more
4.4 / 5
4.4(221 Reviews)

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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
LOKMAN HEKIM Üniversitesi
Ankara, Turkey
Assoc.Prof.Yusuf AÇIKGÖZ

Assoc.Prof.Yusuf AÇIKGÖZ

9 years of experience
Main Specialty : Medical Oncology Years of Experience : 9 years. Notable Training : Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology Mastered Techniques : Clinical Trials, Biostatistics, Immuno-Oncology, Good Clinical Practices Notable Achievements : ... Read more
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yilmaz Ozdemir

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yilmaz Ozdemir

24 years of experience
Main Specialty : General SurgeryMastered Techniques : General Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Oncologic Surgery, HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy),Advanced Laparoscopic SurgeryNotable Achievements : Patient-centered approach, innovative surgical ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)

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JCI - Joint Commission International LIV Vadistanbul
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Vadistanbul
LIV Vadistanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat Ayhan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat Ayhan

19 years of experience
Main Specialty : Oncology Years of Experience : 19 years. Notable Training : Dicle University, Faculty of Medicine 2007; Associate Professor of Medical Oncology 2023 Mastered Techniques : Immunotherapy; Hormonal Therapy; Chemotherapy Notable Achievements : ... Read more
4.4 / 5
4.4(11 Reviews)

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JCI - Joint Commission International LIV Ulus
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LIV Ulus
LIV Ulus
Istanbul, Turkey
Prof. Dr. Kazım Özenç Minareci

Prof. Dr. Kazım Özenç Minareci

44 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tekin Akpolat

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tekin Akpolat

42 years of experience
4.7 / 5
4.7(1 Reviews)

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JCI - Joint Commission International MEMORIAL Şişli
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) MEMORIAL Şişli
MEMORIAL Şişli
Istanbul, Turkey
Mehmet Akif Öztürk

Mehmet Akif Öztürk

14 years of experience
Graduated in medicine from Marmara University (2003),specializing in internal medicine (2009) and medical oncology at Cerrahpaşa University (2012). Mandatory service at Hatay Antakya State Hospital (2012-2014),became assistant professor in 2015 and ... Read more
Prof. Betül Tavil

Prof. Betül Tavil

20 years of experience
Main specialty : Pediatric Hematology and OncologyYears of experience : More than 20 years.Key training : Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Sami Ulus Children’s Hospital, Hacettepe University – Pediatric Hematology.Languages spoken : English, ... Read more
4.5 / 5
4.5(34 Reviews)

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International Organization for Standardization (ISO) LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
JCI - Joint Commission International LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
LOKMAN HEKIM ISTANBUL
Istanbul, Turkey
Dr. Orhan ŞENCAN

Dr. Orhan ŞENCAN

38 years of experience
Main Specialty : Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine SpecialistYears of Experience : 27 years.Notable Education : Hacettepe University (Faculty of Medicine),Ankara Training Hospital (Internal Medicine Specialization),Ankara University (Associate ... Read more
4.7 / 5
4.7(69 Reviews)

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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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Indications for Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy is a promising approach to cancer treatment in turkey. It can be used in several situations for:

  • Patients with metastatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
  • Patients with recurrent cancer that has returned after treatment.
  • Patients who have not responded to other cancer treatments.

On the other hand, immunotherapy is gaining ground as a first-line treatment for certain types of cancer:

  • Breast cancer: Immunotherapy has shown promising results in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive type of cancer that does not respond to hormonal treatments.
  • Lung cancer: Immunotherapy is used to treat advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Its effectiveness is comparable to chemotherapy.
  • Melanoma: Immunotherapy has revolutionized the treatment of melanoma, significantly increasing patient survival rates.
  • Leukemia, lymphoma, prostate cancer: Immunotherapy is also being used to treat several types of blood cancers and solid tumors, with encouraging results.

It is important to note that immunotherapy is not a cure-all and is not suitable for all patients.

The decision to use immunotherapy should be made in consultation with an experienced oncologist.

Immune system and cancer: what can be done?

The immune system is the body's first line of defense against cancer. Normally, it recognizes and destroys abnormal cells, slowing or preventing tumor growth. Immune cells called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) are sometimes found in and around tumors. Their presence indicates an immune system response against cancer, and patients whose tumors contain them often have a better prognosis.

Unfortunately, cancer cells can develop strategies to evade the immune system. They can:

  • Change their genetic appearance to make them less visible to immune cells.
  • Have proteins on their surface that inactivate immune cells.
  • Modify the normal cells around the tumor to interfere with the immune response.

Cancer immunotherapy: How does it work?

Immunotherapy aims to boost the immune system's ability to fight cancer. It works in several ways:

  • Stimulating immune cells: Immunotherapy may stimulate existing immune cells to become more effective in destroying cancer cells.
  • Activating dormant immune cells: Immunotherapy can help "wake up" inactive immune cells and encourage them to attack the cancer.
  • Teach the immune system to recognize cancer: Immunotherapy can teach the immune system to recognize cancer cells as dangerous cells that need to be destroyed.

Types of Immunotherapy in Turkey

Immunotherapy is one of the most promising approaches to treating various types of cancer today. It works by boosting the body's natural defenses to recognize and eliminate cancer cells. Here are the main forms of immunotherapy used in oncology in Turkey:

Immune checkpoint inhibitors

These release the "brakes" that prevent immune cells from attacking the tumor. These treatments boost the immune system's activity against cancer.

They are particularly indicated for lung, skin (melanoma) and kidney cancer.

Examples of inhibitors: anti-PD-1, anti-PD-L1, anti-CTLA-4.

Cytokines (Interleukins and Interferons)

These are proteins produced naturally by the body. When injected in specific doses, they stimulate immunity and help control tumor growth.

Therapeutic cancer vaccines

Unlike preventive vaccines, these aim to train the immune system to recognize cancer cells already present in the body.

Monoclonal antibodies

These synthetic antibodies target specific proteins on the surface of tumor cells, facilitating their destruction. Some are combined with drugs or radioactive substances for greater effectiveness.

CAR-T cell therapy

A personalized approach in which a patient's T lymphocytes are harvested, genetically modified to attack the tumor, and then reinfused.

It is recommended for certain blood cancers, such as leukemia and lymphoma.

Each type of immunotherapy is chosen based on the type of cancer, its stage, and the patient's biological characteristics. To find out if this treatment is right for you, a full evaluation by a specialized oncologist is essential.

Our experts in Turkey can assist you in this process with personalized, state-of-the-art consultations.

Contact us to schedule your initial evaluation and explore the treatment options best suited for your situation.

Side effects of immunotherapy

Immunotherapy represents a tremendous advance in the fight against cancer by mobilizing the body's natural defenses against diseased cells. However, as with any treatment, it can cause side effects that vary depending on the type of drug, the duration of treatment, and the sensitivity of the individual patient.

Common side effects (30-60% of patients)

These reactions are usually moderate and temporary:

  • Fatigue (often persistent but manageable).
  • Indigestion: nausea, diarrhea, or constipation.
  • Loss of appetite.
  • Flu-like symptoms: fever, chills, muscle aches.
  • Skin rashes or itching.
  • Mouth sores or dryness.
  • Hair loss (less common than with chemotherapy).

Our medical teams in Turkey provide personalized support, including nutritional management and symptom support protocols, to enhance your comfort throughout treatment.

Serious side effects (less common: 5-20% of patients)

In some cases, immunotherapy can cause an excessive immune response that can affect healthy organs. Here are the most common:

Serious side effectsEstimated frequencyManagement in our centers
Pneumopathy (inflammation of the lungs)3-5%Monitoring by chest CT scan, immediate corticosteroid treatment.
Immune hepatitis5 to 10%Regular liver check-ups, immunosuppressive treatment if necessary.
Colitis (intestinal inflammation)5 to 10%Regular liver check-ups, immunosuppressive treatment if necessary.
Nephritis (kidney damage)<5%Follow-up of kidney check-ups, dose adjustment, or temporary discontinuation of treatment.
Endocrinopathies (thyroid, pituitary)5 to 15%Regular hormone monitoring, personalized replacement therapy.

Thanks to early detection protocols and specialized multidisciplinary teams, our partner centers in Turkey ensure rapid, appropriate care from the very first warning signs.

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