Medical Tourism in Türkiye: Cosmetic Malpractice Claims

Türkiye is one of the major centres of medical tourism for cosmetic procedures. The rights of patients who travel from abroad for a procedure, if the result is unwanted, is a frequently asked question. This article covers the situation for information purposes.

🌍 Procedure in Türkiye, Liability in Türkiye

When a procedure is carried out at a healthcare facility in Türkiye, the resulting dispute is as a rule assessed within the Turkish legal framework. The fact that the patient is a foreigner is no obstacle to seeking redress in Türkiye.

🤝 The Intermediary and the Organisation

In medical tourism the process mostly runs through intermediary agencies. The position of the intermediary, the healthcare facility and the doctor is assessed separately; identifying the responsible parties correctly is important.

📁 The Importance of Records and Communication

The contract, consent forms, payment records and before-and-after photographs form the basis of the process for patients from abroad. Preserving these documents is of great importance.

🔗 Related Topics

The subject is linked to hospital liability and the competent court. For the general framework, see our guide to cosmetic surgery lawsuitsTR.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions