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Departments of Acıbadem Maslak Hospital include, but are not limited to, Oncology Unit, Breast Health Unit, Senology Institute, IVF Center, Intensive Care Unit, Pediatrics Clinic and Robot-assisted Surgery Unit.

Medical Departments

Here is a list of certain departments in Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, where healthcare services are provided with a multidisciplinary approach:

•  Oncology Unit
•  Breast Health Unit
•  In Vitro Fertilization Center
•  Robot-assisted Surgery Unit
•  Obesity Unit
•  Spine Health Unit
•  Cardiac Health Unit
•  Migraine Unit
•  Thyroid Unit
•  Iodine Treatment Unit
•  Sleep Disorders Unit
•  Diabetes Unit
•  Arrhythmia Unit
•  Electrophysiology Laboratory

Health Point Center for International Patients

A center is established in Acıbadem MAslak Hospital for international patients, who present for diagnostic and treatment services. All treatment and diagnostic procedures of international patients are followed up at Health Point Center.

Services

Oncology Unit; Oncology unit uses medical devices and multidisciplinary approach in fields of medical oncology, radiation oncology and oncologic surgery in collaboration with neurology, molecular oncology and pathology departments. Devices and methods to support diagnosis and treatment exist, e.g. MR Linac, Truebeam, Da Vinci, Whole Body MRI, Rapid Arc, Intraoperative Radiotherapy, etc.

Chemotherapy Rooms

There are totally 75 chemotherapy rooms in the Chemotherapy Unit. Oncology Star Unit consists of 19 standard rooms, 4 observation beds and 7 inpatient clinics; while Oncology Sun Department contains 43 standard, 3 inpatient and 10 pediatric rooms.

Breast Health and Diseases Unit

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Breast Health and Diseases Unit – Acibadem Maslak Hospital (Istanbul, Turkey)

The Breast Health and Diseases Unit at Acibadem Maslak Hospital is a specialized center dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of breast conditions, including both benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) diseases.

Comprehensive, Multidisciplinary Care

The unit follows a multidisciplinary approach, meaning experts from different specialties work together to plan each patient’s care. This team typically includes:

• Breast surgeons
• Medical oncologists
• Radiation oncologists
• Radiologists
• Pathologists
• Plastic and reconstructive surgeons
• Lymphedema specialists

Patients are usually evaluated by a Breast Tumor Board, where complex cases are reviewed and a personalized treatment plan is created based on international guidelines and the patient’s specific condition.

Main Services Offered

The unit provides end-to-end breast care, including:

1. Screening & Early Detection

• Breast cancer screening programs
• Risk assessment for women with family history
• Preventive follow-up for high-risk patients

2. Diagnostic Services

• Advanced breast imaging (mammography, ultrasound, and MRI when needed)
• Image-guided biopsies
• Pathological evaluation for accurate diagnosis

3. Treatment Options

Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include:

• Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy)
• Mastectomy (with or without reconstruction)
• Oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery
• Coordination with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, hormone therapy, or targeted therapies when required

The goal is not only to treat the disease but also to preserve appearance and quality of life whenever possible.

4. Lymphedema Management

The unit works closely with specialists who focus on lymphedema prevention and treatment, a condition that can occur after breast cancer surgery. Patients may receive:

• Early evaluation
• Physical therapy support
• Education on prevention and long-term care

5. Patient Education & Support

Patients are supported throughout their journey with:

• Education about their diagnosis and treatment options
• Post-surgical care guidance
• Psychological and emotional support resources when needed

Focus on Breast Cancer Expertise

Acibadem Maslak is known for its strong focus on breast oncology (senology), combining modern technology with experienced clinical teams. The emphasis is on:

• Early and accurate diagnosis
• Tailored, patient-specific treatment
• Cosmetic and functional outcomes after surgery
• Long-term follow-up and survivorship care

Gynecology and Obstetrics

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🏥 Gynecology and Obstetrics at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (Istanbul)

The Gynecology and Obstetrics Department at Acibadem Maslak Hospital provides comprehensive women’s healthcare, covering everything from routine gynecological care to high-risk pregnancy management and advanced surgical treatments.

🌸 Obstetrics Services (Pregnancy & Birth)

The department offers full support throughout pregnancy and childbirth, including:

• Prenatal monitoring and routine pregnancy check-ups
• Care for high-risk pregnancies through specialized perinatology services
• Modern labor and delivery rooms with advanced monitoring systems
• Cesarean and normal vaginal delivery options
• Postnatal care for mothers and newborns
• Breastfeeding guidance and mother-baby rooming-in support

Expectant mothers are monitored with advanced imaging and fetal assessment tools to ensure both maternal and baby health at every stage.

🌺 Gynecology Services (Women’s Health)

The gynecology unit focuses on preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of conditions:

• Routine gynecological examinations and screenings
• Pap smear and HPV testing for cervical cancer screening
• Treatment of menstrual disorders, hormonal issues, and menopause symptoms
• Management of fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, and pelvic pain
• Urogynecology services for urinary incontinence and pelvic floor disorders
• Diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancers in collaboration with oncology teams
• Family planning and contraceptive counseling

🔬 Surgical & Minimally Invasive Treatments

When surgery is needed, the hospital offers advanced techniques designed for faster recovery and less discomfort:

• Laparoscopic (closed) gynecologic surgery
• Hysteroscopy for diagnosis and treatment inside the uterus
• Minimally invasive procedures for fibroids, cysts, and endometriosis
• Pelvic floor repair surgeries

👶 Fertility & Reproductive Health

The department works closely with reproductive medicine specialists to provide:

• Fertility evaluations for couples
• Ovulation and hormonal assessments
• Assisted reproductive techniques (through affiliated IVF services)
• Counseling for recurrent pregnancy loss

👩‍⚕️ Multidisciplinary Care Approach

Patients benefit from a team-based approach that may include:

• Obstetricians & gynecologists
• Perinatologists (high-risk pregnancy specialists)
• Gynecologic oncologists
• Urogynecologists
• Endocrinologists and fertility experts

Care plans are personalized, especially for complex cases such as high-risk pregnancies, infertility, or gynecologic tumors.

Intensive Care Services

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🏥 Intensive Care Services at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital in Istanbul is a major tertiary-care hospital with advanced intensive care units (ICUs) designed to manage patients with life-threatening and complex medical conditions.

Intensive Care Capacity

The hospital has a substantial number of ICU beds distributed across different specialized intensive care units. These units are structured to provide continuous, high-level monitoring and treatment for critically ill patients.

Types of Intensive Care Units

🔹 General Adult Intensive Care Unit
Provides care for critically ill adults with conditions such as severe infections, respiratory failure, multi-organ dysfunction, trauma, and those needing close monitoring after major surgery.

🔹 Coronary & Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Dedicated to patients with serious heart conditions, including heart attacks, heart rhythm disorders, advanced heart failure, and post–cardiac surgery recovery.

🔹 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Specialized care for premature and high-risk newborns. The unit includes incubators, advanced neonatal monitoring systems, and isolation areas when needed. Facilities are designed to support parental involvement whenever possible.

🔹 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Provides critical care for infants and children with severe illnesses, injuries, or those recovering from complex pediatric surgeries.

Technology & Monitoring

All ICU units are equipped with advanced medical technologies, including:

• Continuous bedside monitoring systems
• Mechanical ventilators and respiratory support devices
• Infusion pumps for precise medication delivery
• Advanced life-support equipment
• Rapid access to imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and interventional procedures

Dialysis support and other organ-support therapies are available when required.

Medical Team

ICU patients are cared for by a multidisciplinary team that typically includes:

• Intensive care specialists (intensivists)
• Specialist physicians (cardiology, neurology, surgery, etc., depending on the case)
• Highly trained ICU nurses
• Respiratory therapists
• Clinical pharmacists and nutrition specialists
• Physiotherapists for early mobilization and recovery

This team works together to create individualized treatment plans and provide 24/7 monitoring.

Family Support & Recovery

The hospital emphasizes communication with families and provides structured visiting policies when the patient’s condition allows. After stabilization, patients may receive rehabilitation planning that includes physical therapy, nutritional guidance, and follow-up care.

Mother’s Room at Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit contains 13 incubators, 1 isolation room as well as 2 Mother’s Rooms (for the first time in Türkiye) where mother can stay with their babies.

Pediatrics Clinic

Perinatology Unit

The Perinatology Unit at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital focuses on high-risk pregnancies and maternal-fetal medicine services. It supports expectant mothers whose pregnancies involve complications or increased risk factors.

What It Does

This unit provides multidisciplinary care with advanced medical equipment. Typical services include:

• Monitoring and management of high-risk pregnancies
• Specialized screening and diagnostic tests throughout pregnancy
• Detailed ultrasound and fetal assessment procedures
• Pre-conception counseling for women planning pregnancy
• Management of conditions such as placenta abnormalities, maternal medical disorders (e.g., hypertension, diabetes), or multiple pregnancies
• Personalized planning to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes
• Emergency and routine care as needed throughout pregnancy and delivery planning

Who Works There

The unit is staffed by specialists in maternal-fetal medicine, a sub-specialty of obstetrics/gynecology focused on complex pregnancy care. Experienced perinatologists provide personalized care for both mother and baby.

Robotic Surgery

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital is one of Turkey’s leading private hospitals and a major center for robot-assisted (robotic) surgery. The hospital is known for advanced surgical technology and multidisciplinary care, especially for complex and minimally invasive procedures.

🤖 What Robotic Surgery Means

Robotic surgery does not mean a robot operates on its own. The system is fully controlled by a specialist surgeon using a console. The robotic arms translate the surgeon’s hand movements into extremely precise, small-scale motions inside the body.

Key advantages often include:

• Smaller incisions
• Less bleeding
• Lower infection risk
• Reduced pain after surgery
• Shorter hospital stay
• Faster recovery and return to normal activities

Main Fields Using Robotic Surgery at Acıbadem Maslak

1. Urology

Robotic systems are widely used for delicate urological operations, especially where nerve preservation is important.

Common procedures:

• Prostate cancer surgery (robotic prostatectomy)
• Kidney tumor removal
• Bladder tumor surgery
• Surgery for urinary tract conditions

2. Gynecology & Gynecologic Oncology

Robotic surgery is very effective in the pelvic area, where precision is critical.

Procedures may include:

• Hysterectomy (uterus removal)
• Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
• Surgery for endometrial or cervical cancer
• Treatment of complex benign gynecologic conditions

3. General & Gastrointestinal Surgery

Used for abdominal and colorectal procedures requiring fine dissection in tight spaces.

Examples:

• Colon and rectal cancer surgery
• Inflammatory bowel disease surgery
• Hernia repair
• Certain stomach and intestinal surgeries

4. Cardiovascular (Heart) Surgery

Acıbadem Maslak is recognized for minimally invasive robotic heart surgery, which can avoid opening the entire chest in selected patients.

Possible robotic heart procedures:

• Mitral valve repair
• Coronary artery bypass in suitable cases
• Other structural heart interventions (depending on patient condition)

5. Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery

Robotic techniques may be used for:

• Gastric bypass
• Sleeve gastrectomy
  Especially helpful in complex or high-BMI patients.

Technology

The hospital uses advanced robotic surgical platforms such as the da Vinci Surgical System, which provides:

• High-definition 3D vision
• Tremor filtration
• Greater range of motion than the human wrist

This allows surgeons to operate with enhanced accuracy, especially around nerves and blood vessels.

🌍 International Patient Support

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital has dedicated services for international patients, including:

• Multilingual coordinators
• Treatment planning before travel
• Assistance with appointments, hospital stay, and follow-up

If you tell me which type of surgery you're interested in (urology, gynecology, heart, etc.), I can explain expected recovery time, hospital stay, and who is a good candidate for robotic surgery.

In Vitro Fertilization Center

IVF center of Acıbadem Maslak Hospital admits couples who wish to conceive.

Electronic Drug Delivery System

This method aims safe use of drugs and patient safety.

Robot-assisted Services: ROBBIE

Mobile robots (ROBBIE) are used for the first time in healthcare sector at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital to transport materials/equipment and deliver food in the hospital.

Baby-Friendly Hospital

A holistic approach is adopted to meet all needs of infants and mothers at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital. Labor Coaching and Lactation Counselling are provided to meet physical and psychological needs of the baby and the mother at the hospital.

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital supports Policies to Support Breast Milk and Lactation.

Anti-bacterial Furniture and Door Handles

Hygiene is attached great importance in Pediatrics Clinic. Anti-bacterial and self-disinfecting materials are used in furniture and door handles in areas reserved for children.

Activity Areas

Social activities are organized for providing patients and family members with emotional support in the activity areas at Gynecology and Obstetrics (Meşe/Oak), Pediatrics (Ardıç/Juniper) and Oncology (Çınar/Plane Tree and Çam/Pine) Clinics of Acıbadem Maslak Hospital.