Carolina Medical Center is a leading orthopedic clinic. One of the largest and most advanced private centers of orthopedics and sports medicine in the country, has received recognition in Europe and around the world during its 25 years of work.
Clinic is famous for its innovative approaches in the field of orthopedics, which have no analogues in other countries.
Carolina Medical Center partnering with LUX MED Group – the official partner of the Polish Olympic Committee. In addition to the Olympic team, the clinic’s provision are used by members of the troupe of the National Ballet of Poland and national teams in other sports.
Carolina Medical Center is also certified by FIFA. Center was accredited by the Ministry of Health of Poland and received the permission to train young specialists in the field of orthopedics and traumatology.
The Carolina Medical Clinic in Warsaw is among the TOP 10 best medical institutions of the world in terms of medical travelers choice according to the IMTJ (International Medical Tourism Journal).
During the period of its work, Carolina Medical Center provided approximately 430,000 consultations and conducted over than 20,500 surgical procedures. 96% of patients, having passed the diagnosis and treatment at the Carolina Medical Clinic, recommend it to their friends.
This medical institute helps visitors of all age groups, regardless of their level of physical activity. Due to ultramodern methods of therapy, it is possible to restore full mobility even in very critical patients. Physician of the center use their own knowledge along with the developments in world’s medicine, actively participate in events and symposia, as well as improve their skills in well-known clinics across the globe.
A large number of doctors at the Medical Center Clinic are athletes themselves. This helps them to better select treatment and rehabilitation methods based on their own experience and in-depth knowledge of a particular sport.
Carolina Medical Center Hospital is ISO 9001:2015 certified. This is an international quality standard for medical centers, confirming compliance with the highest criteria of professionalism.
The clinic also holds the “Hospital without Pain” certificate. It was awarded for the high standard of care for postoperative patients and rehabilitation procedures that prioritise patient comfort.
| Consultation with an orthopaedist |
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| Diagnostic tests |
| Online or offline consultation |
| Specialists with 15+ years of experience |
| Personalised recommendations |
| JOINT ENDOPROSTHETICS |
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| Comprehensive diagnosis |
| Individual fitting of prosthesis (DePuy, Zimmer, others) |
| Minimally invasive procedure |
| Post-operative rehabilitation programme |
In 2003, the doctors developed a unique technique to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in growing children. This method was recommended by the ACL Study Group, a worldwide association of experts in the treatment of cruciate ligaments.
In 2004, a unique method of surgical treatment of muscle tears in athletes was developed and introduced.
Since 2012, the clinic has been using innovative regenerative cell therapy technologies for the treatment of sports injuries and post-operative recovery.
In 2017, specialists at Karolina Medical Center performed the first spinal stabilisation surgery in Poland on a 14-year-old boy using the PASS MIS stabilisation kit.
In 2018, Dr Ursula Zdanowicz performed the first ECM extracellular matrix implantation surgery in Europe.
In 2019, Dr Jacek Laskowski performed the first hip replacement surgery in Poland using a custom-made Symbios prosthesis.
Since 2020, the clinic has been researching the innovative drug SYNOLIS in the treatment of symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee joint.
The Oncology Department at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinics Turkey accepts adults and children for the treatment of malignant tumours at all stages of the disease. Thanks to advanced medical methods – minimally invasive surgery, gentle radiation therapy, combined chemotherapy, as well as targeted and immunotherapy – doctors can help patients even in cases where cancer cannot be cured at home.
The main areas of focus at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic include:
Head and neck cancer,
Brain cancer,
Lung cancer,
Breast cancer,
Cervical cancer,
Ovarian cancer,
Kidney cancer,
Liver cancer,
Skin cancer,
Bone cancer,
Colon cancer,
Bladder cancer,
Pancreatic cancer,
Prostate cancer,
Soft tissue cancer,
Testicular cancer.
Whenever possible, operations for the treatment of malignant tumours at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital are performed using laparoscopic or endoscopic methods. The former consists of creating several small punctures for manipulation (as opposed to one large incision); the latter is done without any incisions at all. This treatment is preferred because it does not cause severe blood loss and is better tolerated by patients with a comparable outcome.
All patients who undergo cancer treatment at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic are subject to oncological supportive care. It is aimed at controlling and, if possible, eliminating side effects of aggressive treatment methods: pain, nausea, hair loss, digestive disorders, skin symptoms etc. The treatment plan is selected individually for each patient depending on the effects of the medication. Representatives of different medical specialities can be involved.
Among the unique treatment options at Lokman Hekim Ankara Cancer Centre is smart drug therapy. This is a set of technologies for the delivery of chemotherapy to the site of the malignant growth based on the use of nanocarriers such as liposomes, micelles, and dendrimer nanoparticles. They promote active or passive release of the drug precisely into the tumour environment, thereby reducing adverse effects on other vital organs. This significantly reduces or eliminates side effects compared to conventional intravenous chemotherapy.
For patients with prostate diseases, safe treatment methods are available at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic to preserve sexual and urinary functions. Among them, HOLEP and prostate TUR are the most commonly used. Laser enucleation (HOLEP) of prostate adenoma is used in the treatment of benign neoplasms. The success rate of the procedure exceeds 98% and full recovery takes less than a week. Transurethral resection of the prostate (TUR) is an endoscopic removal of the organ, which can be performed for both benign and malignant diseases. The success rate and safety of the operation is up to 90%.
Cryotherapy for cancerous tumours is also available at Lokman Hekim Ankara. Using ultra-cold argon gas or liquid nitrogen, doctors freeze the neoplasm to destroy malignant cells. This method can be used to treat skin, lung, prostate, liver and bone cancers, as well as retinoblastoma (retinal cancer).
| PROSTATECTOMY |
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| Comprehensive examination |
| Consultation with oncologist, urologist |
| Removal of all or part of the prostate gland |
| Rehabilitation after surgery |
| Radiotherapy |
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| Oncological counselling |
| MRI |
| 360° accelerator with motion control |
| Reduced side effects |
Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic offers a wide range of services for the treatment of cardiac diseases in patients of all ages. People in this category are cared for around the clock and have their health indicators constantly monitored. Specialists of the clinic are interested not only in treating physical defects of the cardiovascular system but also in maintaining a high quality of life for the patient. Great emphasis is placed on rehabilitation and supporting a healthy lifestyle to minimise the risk of re-hospitalisation.
Among the diagnoses with which patients are most often admitted to Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic are:
Coronary heart disease,
Heart failure,
Heart valve disease,
Congenital heart defects,
Heart rhythm disorders,
Aortic vascular disease,
Peripheral vascular disease,
Hypertension,
Hyperlipidaemia and dyslipidaemia.
The cardiac surgeons at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital have extensive experience in stenting and ballooning – surgical procedures performed to repair narrowed blood vessels. The hospital can also perform aortocoronary bypass surgery – creating a “bypass” of blood flow past blocked coronary vessels by transplanting donor grafts from other parts of the patient’s body – usually the arms or legs. Thanks to the extensive experience of leading cardiac surgeons and the use of modern techniques, the success rate of these operations is at a high level.
At Lokman Hekim, patients can also undergo minimally invasive TAVI heart valve replacement without stopping the organ or opening the chest. The surgery is performed through a catheter, making it safe to use on high-risk patients, such as the elderly or diabetics.
Other procedures performed here include:
Radiofrequency ablation of the heart,
Placement of a permanent pacemaker,
Valvuloplasty (treatment of mitral stenosis),
Surgical treatment of congenital heart defects ASD, VSD, PDA,
Aortic aneurysm surgery,
Carotid artery surgery,
EVAR/TEVAR procedures (treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysm/dissection using stent graft),
Embolectomy (removal of blood clots),
Myxoma (heart tumour) removal,
Diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins,
Mitral/aortic/tricuspid valve replacement or repair.
| AORTOCORONARY BYPASS SURGERY |
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| Specialist counselling |
| Comprehensive examination |
| Placement of a shunt on a working heart |
| Inpatient rehabilitation |
| TAVI HEART VALVE REPLACEMENT |
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| Specialist counselling |
| Comprehensive examination |
| Minor invasive valve replacement surgery via femoral artery puncture |
| Rehabilitation |
To make neurosurgery as effective and safe as possible, the doctors at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic use modern intraoperative diagnostic techniques such as neuronavigation systems, fluorescence microscopy, etc. They provide the medical team with a clear understanding of where the brain structures are located during the surgery so that the doctor can navigate through the tissues and not accidentally damage important neurons.
In particular, the techniques are widely used during the removal of brain tumours: gliomas, meningiomas, adenomas, etc. Also, as with other types of surgery, it is often possible to perform the surgery endoscopically.
One of the popular areas that patients turn to Lokman Hekim Clinic for is the removal of spinal herniated discs. There are many different procedures available to treat this condition: laser surgery, microdiscectomy, lumbar laminectomy, and spondylodesis. Spinal surgeons are also highly experienced in performing artificial disc replacement. Based on each case, your doctor will be able to advise you on the most suitable treatment option.
The Centre for Neurology focuses on treating patients with neurodegenerative diseases, in particular Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Diagnostic examinations carried out using the latest generation of equipment make it possible to detect diseases at the very first stages of development. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the attending physician will be able to select the drugs that will give the maximum therapeutic effect without unnecessary side effects to preserve the patient’s high quality of life. In addition, the patient’s relatives and loved ones will be able to consult with experienced neurologists and psychologists to help the family adapt more easily to life with such a difficult diagnosis, and learn caregiving and effective communication skills.
Some neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, OCD, and depression, can also be treated with deep brain stimulation (DBS). The procedure involves inserting a small pacemaker-like device into the chest under the collarbone; an electrode emanating from this device is conducted directly to the brain. Through it, a light impulse will be delivered at regular intervals in a mode programmed by the doctor, influencing the electrical activity of nerve cells and improving their functioning.
Among other procedures carried out within the walls of Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic are:
Treatment of spinal cord injuries,
Treatment of brain injuries,
Stereotactic surgery,
Kyphoplasty,
Vertebroplasty,
Treatment of cerebral aneurysms,
Treatment of cerebrospinal fluid circulation disorders,
Surgical treatment of scoliosis.
| BRAIN TUMOUR REMOVAL |
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| Consultation with an oncologist/neurosurgeon |
| Comprehensive examination |
| Surgery to remove the tumour |
| Early rehabilitation |
| DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION DBS |
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| MRI of the brain |
| Consultation with a neurosurgeon |
| Stimulator insertion surgery |
| Recommendations for improving quality of life |
The Lokman Hakim Ankara Clinic performs endoprosthetics of joints: knee, hip, elbow, shoulder, etc. The operation can be performed endoscopically – utilizing small punctures through which surgical instruments are inserted. Thanks to this approach, there is less traumatisation of tissues. For the patient, this means a shorter rehabilitation period and less postoperative pain. In addition, when performing joint replacement at Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinic, only the highest quality prostheses made of durable hypoallergenic materials are used: DePuy, Zimmer, etc. They can serve patients for 15-20 years or more.
The Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology is also involved in the treatment of orthopaedics and traumatology:
Arthroscopic joint surgery,
Treatment of sports injuries,
Treatment of tunnel syndrome,
Tennis elbow treatment,
Foot surgery,
Tendon surgery,
Radiofrequency denervation,
Traumatology,
Surgical interventions to correct limb deformities,
Limb lengthening surgery,
Treatment of tenosynovitis,
Treatment of soft tissue injuries.
At the Thoracic Medicine Department, experienced specialists treat the lungs and respiratory tract. It provides first-class care for both emergency cases and chronic diseases. Thanks to the multidisciplinary approach and the availability of modern treatments, thoracic diseases are treated at the highest level.
Among the problems with which patients are referred to Lokman Hekim Ankara Clinics are:
Acute respiratory failure,
Emphysema,
Bronchial asthma,
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),
Diseases of the mediastinum,
Mesothelioma,
Pleural effusion,
Pulmonary embolism,
Right heart failure,
Respiratory failure.
Thanks to its status as a “Baby Friendly Hospital”, Lokman Hekim Ankara clinics are the choice of thousands of women in labour every year. Careful and caring management of pregnancy at all stages of complexity and risk is provided here. The comfort and safety of mum and baby are given much attention. Low birth weight premature babies are nursed at the intensive care incubators.
The clinic also provides treatment for female infertility.
Among the specialities of the centre are the treatment of:
Endometriosis,
Ovarian cysts,
Myomas,
Urinary incontinence,
Pelvic organ prolapse,
Menopause and osteoporosis,
Gynaecological oncology,
Dilation and curettage.
The Gastroenterology Department at Lokman Hekim provides comprehensive treatment for diseases of the stomach, intestines, oesophagus, liver, pancreas and biliary tract. Patients are counselled by experienced specialists who help to find the most gentle and time-effective treatment for the symptoms that are bothering the patient. In particular, they offer first-class care for the following diagnoses:
Stenosis of the biliary tract, oesophagus, colon,
Reflux disease,
Ulcerative colitis,
Crohn’s disease,
Cirrhosis of the liver,
Polyps of the stomach and intestines,
Oesophageal variceal bleeding,
GI cancer.
Bariatric surgery is a surgical method to help patients with chronic obesity (BMI > 35) who need to lose weight due to medical reasons, but cannot achieve it through diet and exercise. In particular, bariatric surgery may be indicated for patients with diabetes mellitus. Strict patient selection criteria and modern surgical techniques prevent unwanted side effects.
Depending on the patient’s background data and their personal preferences, there is a choice of radical surgical methods – sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en Y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, vertical gastrectomy; and reversible operations – adjustable gastric band (“ring” on the stomach), intragastric balloon.
| BARIATRIC SURGERY |
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| Consultation with a nutritionist, psychologist, surgeon |
| Full diagnostics |
| Gastric reduction surgery |
| Rehabilitation and lifestyle recommendations |
Reducing the volume of the stomach leads to a faster onset of satiety during meals. This, in turn, leads to rapid normalisation of weight. Most patients can lose up to 50-70% of excess fat, and significantly improve their health, well-being and quality of life.
All surgeries are performed laparoscopically, which greatly facilitates the recovery period and has a milder effect on the patient’s health.
Reliable and painless dentistry is the hallmark of this medical centre. The clinic uses modern ultrasound and laser equipment, which allows for state-of-the-art treatment of teeth, preserving healthy tissues. In addition, such popular services as teeth whitening, installation of crowns and braces, dental implantation, restoration of teeth, veneers and lumineers are available here. Inclusive ‘turnkey’ packages are available for international patients. The clinic also offers:
Oral and maxillofacial surgery,
Periodontology (gum surgery),
Class I, II and II orthodontic treatment,
Cyst removal surgeries,
Maxillofacial Surgery,
Cleft lip and palate surgery,
Use of removable prostheses,
Application of fixed prostheses (zirconium, porcelain),
Application of fixed and removable implant-supported prostheses,
Application of prostheses with precision fixation,
Application of laminated veneers,
Smile design.
Treatment of eye diseases in Lokman Hekim Ankara clinics is fast, high quality, safe and painless. Modern vision diagnostics devices allow an accurate diagnosis and treatment prescription within one day. Depending on the patient’s wishes, both conservative and radical methods of treatment can be applied: from lens fitting to laser/surgical treatment of visual defects. The equipment used by ophthalmologists meets the strictest international quality standards and guarantees stable results for years to come.
In particular, Lokman Hekim Ankara Ophthalmology Clinic offers the following services:
Laser vision correction / refractive surgery (Lasek, RPK),
Multifocal intraocular lenses (ICL, ICL Toric),
Cataract surgery,
Glaucoma surgery,
Treatment of diabetic retinopathy,
Cornea and conjunctiva reconstruction,
Treatment of Yellow Spot Disease,
Treatment of strabismus,
Treatment of uveitis,
Treatment of keratoconus.
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He is a leading haematologist and oncohaematologist at Lokman Hekim Hospital Ankara. Dr Koşar treats patients with diseases of the hematopoietic system, including bone marrow transplantation (BMT). The doctor is a graduate of Selcuk and Hacettepe Universities.
Prof Ali Koşar is also the founding rector of Lokman Hekim University. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Haematology and the Eurasian Society of Haematology.
Speciality: haematology.
Prof Çimentepe is a leading specialist in the field of urology at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital.
He has extensive experience in treating a wide range of urological diseases, including performing minimally invasive transurethral prostate resection (TUR).
Dr Çimentepe graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine as well as Fatih University in the field of urology.
The doctor is a member of:
Specialisation: urology.
Dr Kaya specialises in the surgical treatment of musculoskeletal diseases (orthopaedics and traumatology). He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of Gazi University, after which he specialised in orthopaedics and traumatology at the Ankara Numune Teaching and Research Hospital.
In the past, the doctor has worked at Ankara Numune Teaching and Research Hospital, Samsun Vezirköprü District State Hospital and Liv Hospital Ankara; and as of 2019, at Lokman Hekim.
The doctor is a member of the Turkish Association of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.
Specialisation: orthopaedics and traumatology.
Professor Özerhan is a graduate of the Gülhane Military Medical Academy, where he graduated with a specialisation in General Surgery. The doctor has undergone extensive training and education, including in the USA, where he spent some time as an observer at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. The doctor has extensive experience in performing a wide range of surgical procedures including liver transplantation, colorectal surgery, tumour resection etc.
The doctor is a member of the following organisations:
Specialisation: general surgery.
Prof Bilginer is one of the leading specialists at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital in the field of neurosurgery.
Dr Bilginer graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 1996; after which he continued his specialisation at Hacettepe University, from where he graduated in 2008 with a specialisation in Brain and Nerve Surgery and the field of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry.
The doctor is a member of professional organisations such as:
Specialisation: neurosurgery.
