Full Check-up & Health Screening Packages in Istanbul

Check-up – the Preventive Care with Structure, Comfort and Clarity

A physician’s perspective by our doctors …

Listening before the body raises its voice

In medicine, the earliest warnings are almost always silent.

Over the years, I’ve learned to appreciate that most illnesses do not announce themselves with fanfare. Diabetes, high blood pressure, vitamin deficiencies, even early cancers — they often develop without pain, without noise, without clear symptoms.

This is why I speak often about the importance of listening to your body when it seems quiet. A comprehensive check-up is how we do that — calmly, efficiently, and with great attention to detail.

A medical check-up, in its truest form, is not just about running through a checklist of blood tests or imaging procedures. It’s about creating a safe space to explore your health, guided by data and clinical dialogue — not fear.

Istanbul: A smart destination for comprehensive health check-ups

In many countries — especially in places like Germany or the UK — getting a complete health screening can take months. Patients often need to book separate appointments for each specialist: general practitioner, gynecologist or urologist, cardiologist, radiologist, and laboratory testing. Each of these may require a referral, and waiting times can stretch to several weeks or even months per appointment.

As a result, completing what is considered a “full check-up” often takes up to 3–6 months — with no guarantee of coordination between specialists.

In contrast, Istanbul offers something rare: efficiency without compromise. Here, patients receive a streamlined, one-day diagnostic pathway, supported by expert interpreters and immediate lab processing. It’s a model built around the patient — not the system.

Our patients receive their health screenings in a modern private hospital on the Asian side of Istanbul, just a short drive from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. The entire experience has been designed for comfort, speed, and clarity, especially for international patients.

Many of the people I see choose Istanbul not just for the quality of care, but for the way it combines clinical precision with hospitality. Here, you are not a case number — you are a guest, a human being, and a partner in your own health.

• ✅ All examinations completed in a single day
• ✅ Full-time interpreter by your side
• ✅ Results delivered in English
• ✅ Plenty of time to ask questions directly to doctors
• ✅ Optional accommodation packages with hotel, transfer, and breakfast

And perhaps most importantly — respect. Time is taken, questions are welcome, and the outcome is clarity.

What is included in a full check-up?

1. Initial consultation and medical history

We begin with a deep dive into your symptoms, risk factors, past illnesses, and lifestyle. This is more than a form — it’s a conversation. We talk about stress, family history, your work environment, and even emotional health. All of these play a role in disease development.

2. Physical examination

A complete general evaluation — heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, joints, neurologic reflexes. Many patients are surprised by how revealing a thoughtful physical exam can be when it’s not rushed.

3. Laboratory tests

• Full blood count
• Blood sugar and HbA1c
• Lipid profile
• Liver and kidney function
• Vitamins B12 and D
• Thyroid hormones (TSH, fT4)
• Tumor markers (e.g., PSA, CA-125, CA-19-9)
• Urinalysis
• Inflammatory markers (CRP, sedimentation)

4. Imaging

• Abdominal ultrasound
• Chest X-ray
• ECG & echocardiogram
• Breast ultrasound / Mammography
• Bone density scan (DEXA)
• Thyroid scan

5. Specialist consultations

• Gynecology or urology
• Cardiology
• Internal medicine
• ENT
• Ophthalmology
• Dentistry

6. Medical debriefing & health plan

The results are delivered in written English, and your findings are explained in person. You’ll leave with a complete picture of your current health — and a realistic plan moving forward. If follow-up is needed, it’s documented clearly.

Patients tell me this is one of the most valuable parts — not just knowing the numbers, but knowing what to do with them.

🏨 4 Affordable All-Inclusive Check-Up Packages – with hotel & airport transfer

🌸 Medical Check-Up for Women Under 40

💰 €800 – All Inclusive

• General physical exam, gynecological consultation
• Bilateral breast ultrasound, abdominal ultrasound
• ECG, liver & kidney function, full blood panel
• Vitamin D, B12, iron, glucose, lipid profile
• 2 nights hotel (incl. breakfast)
• Airport transfers + interpreter

✅ Designed for young women seeking clarity and control over their health

💠 Medical Check-Up for Women Over 40

💰 €1,150 – All Inclusive

• General, gynecological, cardiological, and dental exam
• Imaging: mammography, bone density scan, thyroid, abdomen
• Tumor markers (CA-125, CA-15-3, CA 19-9, CEA)
• Full lab tests: hormones, vitamins, inflammation, organ function
• 2 nights of hotel stay for patient + companion, incl. breakfast
• Transfers + translator

✅ Tailored for breast, bone, and metabolic health in women over 40

👨‍⚕️ Medical Check-Up for Men Under 40

💰 €750 – All Inclusive

• Urological and general exam, chest diseases
• ECG, ultrasound of abdomen and prostate
• Full labs including PSA, glucose, iron, electrolytes
• Vitamin D, B12, lipid panel, urinalysis
• Hotel stay (2 nights with breakfast)
• Transfers and English-speaking medical escort

✅ Strong base package for men prioritizing early detection

🛡 Medical Check-Up for Men Over 40

💰 €1,100 – All Inclusive

• Urology, cardiology, ENT, eye exam, dental screening
• Imaging: ECG, echocardiography, thyroid & abdomen scans
• PSA, cholesterol, vitamins, hormones
• 2 hotel nights for you and a guest (incl. breakfast)
• Transfers and translator included

✅ Balanced package with depth for men entering midlife

📅 Check-Up Packages Without Hotel

🌸 Medical Check-up for Women Under 40

💰 From €550

Includes gynaecological screening, breast ultrasound, vitamin and iron studies, basic tumour markers, ultrasound abdomen, ECG, lab panels, and dentist visit.
✅ One-day program with interpreter and English documentation.
✅ Designed for women in reproductive years, early career, or preconception stages.

🔴 Medical Check-up for Women over 40

💰 From €890

Includes mammography, bone density testing, gynaecology, thyroid, liver/kidney/vitamin levels, ECG, abdominal scan, and cancer markers (CA 125, CEA).
✅ Especially relevant for menopause planning, breast health, and cardiovascular prevention.

🟣 VIP Check-Up for Women

💰 From €990

Includes full specialist exams (gynecology, cardiology, ENT, eye, chest, dental), comprehensive scans (mammography, breast and abdominal ultrasound, thyroid, DEXA), extensive labs (vitamins, hormones, tumor markers), and ECG/ECHO.
✅ Designed for women seeking complete clarity across breast health, hormone balance, immune status, and aging markers.
✅ Includes translator support, English results, and a structured wellness plan – in one day.

🔵 Medical Check-Up for Men Under 40

💰 From €480

Includes urological consultation, general and chest exams, abdominal ultrasound, ECG, liver and kidney function, vitamin levels, electrolytes, iron, PSA, and full blood count.
✅ Clear, streamlined diagnostics for early detection of cardiovascular, metabolic, and urological issues.
✅ One-day program with interpreter and English documentation – ideal for young professionals prioritizing prevention.

🟢 Medical Check-Up for Men Over 40

💰 From €850

Includes cardiology, urology, ophthalmology, and dental check-up, plus prostate screening (PSA), ECG, echocardiography, thyroid and abdominal scans, cholesterol panel, vitamins, and full lab work.
✅ Developed for men seeking preventive clarity around vascular health, metabolic risk, prostate status, and aging resilience.
✅ Same-day coordination, English results, and full interpreter support.

🔵 VIP Check-up for Men

💰 From €950

Includes cardiology consult, prostate screening (PSA), hormone profile, stress ECG, abdominal and thyroid scans, full lab profile, eye and dental check.
✅ For men over 35 seeking comprehensive metabolic, vascular, and urological evaluation.

From my desk: A patient story

One of my patients, a 57-year-old executive, visited Istanbul for a “quick check” while on vacation. His tests revealed early-stage colon polyps — removed immediately during his colonoscopy. His follow-up showed he was now polyp-free, but it could have evolved into cancer silently over time.

He later told me: “It was the most important layover of my life.”

Another case: a 41-year-old woman came to me for fatigue. Her bloodwork revealed significant B12 and iron deficiency, as well as elevated thyroid antibodies. With early intervention, lifestyle coaching, and supplements, her energy and focus returned in weeks.

That is the power of doing this before symptoms take over your life.

What makes Istanbul’s model so efficient?

• 🌍 International setup — English reports, translator, and quick scheduling
• 🏨 Medical & hospitality combined — hotel packages with breakfast, transfers
• 🧑‍⚕️ One-on-one consultations — no group sessions or assembly-line medicine
• 🧾 Transparent pricing — no hidden fees, all services outlined clearly
• 🧘 Flexible, peaceful — ideal for combining health with a restorative stay

Final note: A day that can change everything

Most people are surprised by how relieved they feel after a check-up — even if a finding is made. Because clarity brings power. It brings planning. It brings calm.

In the end, this is not just a set of medical tests.

It’s a day where you meet your future self — well-informed, well-prepared, and still in control.

If you’re ready to listen to your body before it has to shout, a check-up in Istanbul may be the most grounded, proactive step you can take.

References

• WHO Preventive Screening Guidelines 2024
• U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
• NICE UK Standards for Preventive Medicine
• PubMed
• European Society of Preventive Cardiology