Plastic Surgery & Medical Tourism in Turkey with Longevita

Through the years, Novasans has partnered with some of the foremost medical tourism providers across the world. One of the most popular destinations for international patients is Turkey. One of the leading international medical tousim facilitators in Turkey is Longevita. Novasans has received an exclusive interview with Longevita, where they share their business model with us, along with their views on why international patients should choose Turkey for their plastic surgery, eye surgery, dental treatment or hair transplant.

Who is Longevita?

Longevita is a medical tourism facilitator with offices in London, Istanbul and Izmir. Longevita offers affordable and quality private medical procedures by specialist doctors at internationally certified healthcare providers in Turkey at a fraction of the cost one would incur in their home country.

Longevita assist patients in making informed decisions by meeting or interacting with qualified surgeons in Turkey by email, phone or videoconference.

What does Longevita mean?

The brand derives from the combination of two words, Longevity and Dolce Vita. Longevita stands for health, beauty and wellness. We strive to provide patients with quality treatment at affordable rates and thereby promise long and sweet life for patients.

How long has Longevita been in business?

Longevita has been operating in the medical the tourism industry for over two years. During this period, we had thousands of patients from various countries across the world and most of our patients refer us to their friends and families for the excellent service.

Longevita offers treatments and procedures in Turkey. What kind of treatments/procedures is Longevita specialized in?

Longevita’s network of over 20 private clinics is based in Istanbul, Izmir, and Antalya focusing on Dentistry, Eye Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery and Hair Transplantation.

Longevita also has an office in London, can patients receive assistance and an examination in the UK?

Yes, in fact this is a unique characteristic of Longevita that differentiates itself from other providers. Longevita patients may choose to have in person consultation in Central London, Kent or Surrey for dentistry. X-rays are taken in the UK clinics and treatment plans are provided by GDC registered dentists. Although the dental treatments take place in Turkey to benefit from lower rates, aftercare services may also be provided in the UK if needed upon return.

Which hospitals or clinics does Longevita collaborate with and where in Turkey are they located?

Longevita partners with private healthcare providers that are approved by the Turkish Ministry of Health and hold quality and hygiene certificates from international bodies. Longevita works with surgeons who are members of the Turkish Medical Association as well as societies of respective specialist fields both in Turkey and abroad. The healthcare providers are based in Istanbul, Izmir, and Antalya.

We conduct strict compliance checks on private healthcare providers. We make sure they are legitimate, approved by the Turkish Ministry of Health, hold quality and hygiene certificates from international bodies. We have legal contracts with these healthcare providers that are enforceable under the Turkish Law, therefore we make sure treatment will be conducted in the proper medical and legal framework. We offer healthcare providers with high quality and hygiene standards using state of the art technology.

Longevita performs suitability checks on the surgeons as well. We only work with the ones with degrees from top medical schools, who are specialists in their fields, experienced in treating international patients, and recognized by international professional associations. We investigate their reputation and records, too.

Can you give more information about Longevita’s free flight campaign?

Longevita is proud to be the first and the only company offering free flights to international patients seeking laser eye surgery abroad especially in Turkey. Authorized by the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Economy, Longevita contributes to the Turkish Government’s efforts in promoting medical travel to Turkey.

Wherever you are in the world, you may benefit from Longevita’s all-inclusive medical travel packages covering the cost of your economy class return tickets from your country to Turkey.

All you need to do is select a package based on your preferences and contact Longevita to make a booking. We require a small deposit to confirm your reservation; we then issue your electronic ticket and provide you with a detailed itinerary. You may feel free to pick any airline that you would like for their travel.

We have prepared four different all inclusive packages for our patients which start from €1,290 including flights, three day accommodation, airport transfers and translation services.

Are you interested in receiving a FREE PRICE QUOTATION from Longevita’s experts on your surgery or procedure in Turkey, contact Longevita today!

Why is Turkey a good destination for eye surgery patients?

Eye hospitals in Turkey use state of the art technology and equipments. The prices of the treatments are almost one third compared to the ones in the UK or European countries. Longevita’s free flight campaign is quite unique that it not only reduces the overall cost to the patient but also makes the booking process effortless. Longevita arranges everything for the patient. Laser eye surgery all inclusive packages start from €1,290 including flights, three day accommodation, airport transfers and translation services.

Where do most of Longevita’s patients come from?

Longevita is registered in the UK, so almost half of the patients come from the UK. However, the rest comes from a variety of countries almost everywhere around the world. Longevita attracts patients from the USA and Canada, Europe and the Middle East. Some patients even flight out from Australia to come to Turkey and have their treatment done at Longevita’s partner providers.

Do all of Longevita’s doctors speak English?

All of the surgeons speak fluent English. Communicating directly with the doctor is so crucial for the international patient. We also provide translators for patients who need interpretation during their conversions with the surgeons.

Does Longevita offer translators in other languages as well?

We believe that patients should express their preferences in their native language. Therefore, we offer interpreters for patients who do not find themselves comfortable with communicating in English.

Apart from medical services, does Longevita offer patients additional services, such as accommodation, transportation, tours etc.?

Longevita works on all-inclusive service basis. We welcome our patients at the airport and assist their transfers with private vehicles. We organize their accommodation based on their preference whether they would like to stay in a hotel or a serviced flat.

How does Longevita offer Best Prices on procedures in Turkey?

Longevita continuously negotiates prices with hundreds of private healthcare providers for thousands of patients and discovers the best possible price for treatments. As we refer many patients to these private healthcare providers, we use our buying power and reflect savings onto our patients. We offer up to 80% savings on UK treatment prices.

What are the cost savings to be expected when having a plastic surgery, a dental treatment, an eye surgery or a hair transplantation done in Turkey instead of in for instance the U.K.?

The most important saving is on the cost of the treatment. We can offer up to 80% savings on UK treatment prices. More than 25 million tourists visit Turkey every year. Therefore, patients not only get medical treatment during their stay, but also have a chance to visit one of the most fascinating countries in the world.

When an international patient contacts Longevita for a treatment/procedure in Turkey; how is the patient handling process done, from the first inquiry to the recovery back home?

You may call Longevita’s free UK hotline at 0845 5198 948, request a call back, email us, chat live with us by clicking the live chat button on our website or Skype us on longevita-uk so that we can assign a case manager who will be looking after your case. If available, a medical report including your medical history, the nature of your medical condition, your local doctor’s opinion, results of any diagnosis you might have or pictures could be submitted to help our surgeons assess your condition.

Your case manager gets your input reviewed by the doctor and arranges a free virtual examination through a video conference with your surgeon in Turkey. The consultation usually takes about half an hour and your surgeon answers any questions you might have about your condition and the respective medical procedure. Our surgeons speak fluent English and an English speaking interpreter will be present during the consultation for translation where it might be needed.

Based on your surgeon’s recommendation, your case manager will provide you with a treatment plan and a price estimate. Once you are ready to go ahead with the suggested treatment plan and decide on your customized travel package, you will be required to confirm your medical travel by making an initial deposit payment. We then finalize the booking and reserve your place for surgery. Your travel coordinator will send you a detailed itinerary.

After you arrive at the destination of your treatment, a private chauffeur will welcome you at the airport and assist with your transfers. A personal host will accompany you during check in to and check out of your hotel as well as doctor appointments for pre-operative examination and post-operative controls. You will have 24/7 access to your personal host who may advise on local cuisine, sightseeing or shopping if needed.

Doctors perform check-ups immediately after the surgery, provide you with your initial medication and monitor your recovery process. Depending on the extensiveness of your surgery, you may choose to take a sightseeing tour of the city. Once your surgeon confirms that your recovery is sufficient for your discharge, you may return home or choose to extend your stay in Turkey.

Can a patient receive a general estimated price quote for his/her treatment before traveling to Turkey?

Longevita provides the package price with a transparent breakdown of the costs prior to any booking. There are no hidden costs at Longevita. The price you see on your quote is the price you pay in Turkey.

Lastly, as a patient seeking plastic surgery, dentistry, hair transplantation or eye surgery in Turkey, why should I choose to travel with Longevita?

Longevita has achieved 5 star treatment quality award and 100% patient satisfaction awards demonstrating the excellence in service. Longevita is registered both in the UK and Turkey with offices in London, Istanbul and Izmir. We offer best prices to our patients by negotiating with partner clinics for thousands of patients. We work with certified clinics and top medical staff who have degrees from top medical schools, who are specialists in their fields, experienced in treating international patients, and recognized by international professional associations. Longevita partner clinics are very keen on absolute satisfaction. Even though they are unlikely, corrective treatments are provided at no charge.