Dr. Erdal's clinic is located in Nişantaşı, the upscale boutique district of central Istanbul known for high-end retail and medical practices. The clinic is purpose-equipped for cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, USHAŞ-certified for international health tourism, and operates with integrated anaesthesia, recovery, and patient coordination services in a single facility.
Key Facts
Clinic location
The clinic sits on Teşvikiye Caddesi, one of the main streets running through Nişantaşı. The location places it within walking distance of major hotels (Park Hyatt, Sofa Hotel, Hilton Bomonti) and adjacent to the Maçka Park area. Public transport access includes the M2 Şişli-Mecidiyeköy metro station (10-minute walk) and the historic Taksim-Tünel funicular line within easy reach.
Most international patients reach the clinic by taxi or Uber from their hotel — a 5- to 15-minute ride. Walking is also feasible from nearby hotels in fair weather.
Facility description
The clinic includes private consultation rooms, a modern operating suite with full anaesthesia equipment, recovery rooms with monitoring, and dedicated international patient coordination offices. All equipment meets European CE-marking standards. Sterilisation follows hospital-grade autoclave protocols audited under USHAŞ regulations.
For procedures requiring general anaesthesia or overnight stay, Dr. Erdal partners with nearby JCI-accredited private hospitals for inpatient care, with seamless coordination managed by the clinic team.
What to expect at consultation
International consultations typically follow a three-step pathway:
- Remote consultation via WhatsApp video or email, with photographs (front, side, and three-quarter views of both ears) submitted in advance. This generates an initial treatment plan and personalised quotation within 24 hours.
- In-person pre-operative visit on the day before surgery, including direct examination, final surgical plan, and consent process.
- Surgery day visit for anaesthesia review, intra-operative marking, the procedure itself, and recovery monitoring before discharge.
Surgery day logistics
Patients arrive at the clinic 60–90 minutes before scheduled surgery time. The pre-operative checklist includes blood pressure and pulse, fasting confirmation (no food for 6 hours, no clear fluids for 2 hours), consent review, surgical marking, and final photographs. The operation itself takes 1.5–2 hours for routine bilateral otoplasty.
Recovery in the clinic typically lasts 2–4 hours after surgery, depending on anaesthesia type. Patients are discharged the same day with a protective dressing, written aftercare instructions, oral analgesics, antibiotic cover, and a follow-up schedule.
Follow-up at the clinic
Standard in-person follow-ups occur on day 1 (dressing check), day 4–5 (dressing removal and headband fitting), and day 6–7 (final review before flying). Remote follow-ups continue at week 4, week 12, and month 6 via WhatsApp photos and video. Any concerns trigger immediate response — the coordinator monitors international time zones to ensure same-day reply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have a remote consultation before travelling?
Yes — remote consultations are standard for international patients. A WhatsApp video call with Dr. Erdal, supported by photographs you send in advance, produces a detailed treatment plan and quotation. Many patients complete the entire decision process remotely before booking flights.
Does the clinic arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfer arrangements depend on the chosen package. Premium packages include round-trip transfers by private car. Patients arranging their own travel use taxi, Uber, or the convenient Havaist airport bus service. The coordinator can recommend trusted transfer providers if desired.
Are companions welcome at consultations?
Yes, one accompanying person is welcome at consultation and pre-operative visits. For surgery day, companions wait in the patient lounge with refreshments and Wi-Fi. After discharge, having an adult companion at the hotel for the first night is required for safety.
What languages are spoken at the clinic?
All clinical consultations are in English. Dr. Erdal is fluent in English; the coordinator is fluent in English and Turkish. Translation support for other languages (German, French, Arabic, Russian) is available on request with advance notice.
Where is the closest hospital in case of complications?
Several JCI-accredited private hospitals sit within 10 minutes of the clinic — including the American Hospital, Florence Nightingale, and Memorial Şişli. Dr. Erdal maintains hospital privileges at partner facilities and can admit patients immediately if any complication arises requiring inpatient care.