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Ella, a single 30mg tablet, costs 51.50 TL and is available over the counter in Istanbul. | Ella, a single 30mg tablet, costs 51.50 TL and is available over the counter in Istanbul. | ||
==Medications== | ==Medications & Vaccines== | ||
[[File:Pharmacy istanbul.jpg|400px | thumb|left|'''Pharmacy in Istanbul''']] | |||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
There are a many hospitals and clinics in Turkey. For this reason, it's recommended that you carefully consider the full range of options before making your choice. As a starting point, you should first know the three main types of hospitals to choose from. There are three main types: | |||
* First, there are the state hospitals, or "Devlet Hastanesi" in Turkish. These public hospitals can be found all over Istanbul (for example, Uskudar Devlet Hastanesi, Beşiktaş Sait Çiftçi Devlet Hastanesi, etc). This [https://www.google.com/search?ei=Ccb4WdWXH8SO0wKG55SYDw&q=devlet%20hastanesi%20istanbul&oq=devlet+hastanesi+istanbul&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0j0i22i30k1l9.28408.29406.0.29593.9.9.0.0.0.0.112.840.5j4.9.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.9.836...0i20i263k1.0.yFDg7XW7ItI&npsic=0&rflfq=1&rlha=0&rllag=40946314,29036906,17880&tbm=lcl&rldimm=9057557611460465037&ved=0ahUKEwjwjLXtw5vXAhXqzVQKHZuZDEcQvS4IRzAA&rldoc=1&tbs=lrf:!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:2#rlfi=hd:;si:9057557611460465037;mv:!1m3!1d176888.35698726412!2d28.9640655!3d41.006311749999995!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1107!2i705!4f13.1;tbs:lrf:!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:2 map] can give some sense of the distribution of the state hospitals in the city (though, be aware, that it probably doesn't show all state hospitals). If you're a Turkish citizen or have Turkish health care coverage, this is your cheapest option, and services will often be free. If you don't have Turkish health care coverage, the prices will be cheaper than a private hospital but they will not necessarily be "cheap." You can expect to pay quite a bit more than someone with Turkish health coverage. Meanwhile, for all patients at these hospitals, it's typical to deal with long wait times and bureaucracy. Health care practitioners will have varying levels of skill and sensitivity. The majority of the staff will not speak English, so it's recommended that you either know Turkish yourself or bring along someone who does. | |||
* Second, there are the Medical Centers, also known as "Tip Merkezi" in Turkish. You'll see many of these medical centers in Turkey, which always have "Tıp Merkezi" or "Medical Center" in the name. They function like private hospitals in many ways, in the sense that they're more independently run and can have higher-quality care. Unlike private hospitals, they work harder to keep down the costs and they only accept Turkish Social Security (SGK). | |||
* Finally, there are the private hospitals. Generally speaking, you'll find the most efficient, responsive and highest-quality care at these facilities. However, the costs will be much higher. You can check out this [http://www.allaboutturkey.com/hospital_istanbul.htm list of private hospitals in Istanbul]. For private hospitals with English-speaking staff, you can check out this [https://photos.state.gov/libraries/istanbul/231771/PDFs/Hospital%20list-%20website%20version.pdf list from the American Consulate General]. | |||
'''RECOMMENDED GYNECOLOGISTS:''' | |||
* "Dr. Oskar ÖĞÜTEN in Eryaman is good. He's at the eryaman hospital." | |||
* Dr Hussein Şenyurt on Tunus (behind tunali) - It cost about 220 TL for an obstetric appointment. We're unsure of the cost for a basic gynecological exam. | |||
* Şelale Özmen - This doctor has been recommended by many Ankalra locals. Appointments may be about 400 TL. One Ankara local says, "I also highly recommend Dr Şelale. Price varies if it's one time visit (can be 400 TL, sorry I don't remember) or regular meetings (during the pregnancy I paid something like 250 TL per visit)." | |||
* Dr Isil Türkmen Soygür - "Dr Isil is like a native English speaker, very friendly and polite, she has time for you (appointment with no waiting time) and explains everything." - Ankara local | |||
* Dr Tamer Bilensoy. Ak Plaza (next to TOBB ETU Hastanesi). "Speaks English, very helpful and experienced." - Ankara local | |||
* Dr. Murat Dede - About 400 TL for an appointment. "Professor and speaks very good English." - Ankara local | |||
* Mrs.Esra Kuşcu(ProfDr.) - Başkent University, Head of the Dept. of Gynecology & Obstetry. " I have been her patient since 7 yrs and I believe whatever she diagnosis and I pay 200.-TL .She is also oncholog in obstetry. Their Dept. İs right in front of the main building at the corner facing buffet." - Ankara local | |||
* " I recommend Dr. Serdar Oguz. He has a private practice in GOP by on nenehatun. As far as I know he speaks English and his rate is between 300-400tl (I believe). Do doesn't take sgk but works with many private insurance companies. Very experienced and super nice"." - Ankara local | |||
* "I recommend Prof. Dr. Sevtap Hamdemir Kiliç in Liv hhospital and her own cabinet in the pragon tower next to next level shopping centre she's the best she has her own clinic there and no need to go to laboratories for tests and analysis she is doing them there." - Ankara local | |||
* "I went to a private hospital in Umitkoy (Arte Hospital). The visit was 100 TL, including ultrasound scan. The doctor spoke more or less english (less than more, but also i was with someone speaking turkish, so didn't try much)." - Ankara local | |||
Here are some useful terminology for hospital visits: Vagina = vajina. Labia = labia. Biopsy of the endometrium (= endometrium in Turkish) is called probe curetaj. Curettage = curetaj. Myoma= myom. Fibroid = fibrom . Cervix = serviks. Uterus = uterus. Cyst= kist. Polyp= polip. Breast = meme. Nipple = Mamelon. | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
Since 1983, abortion has been fully legal in Turkey. In 2012, a law was proposed that would allow doctors to refuse performing abortions. In response, protesters took the streets. The law did not pass, but many doctors (especially in public hospitals) have reportedly acted like the law passed, and they have decided to stop performing abortions. This means that, currently, you get an abortion in Turkey -- but | Since 1983, abortion has been fully legal in Turkey. In 2012, a law was proposed that would allow doctors to refuse performing abortions. In response, protesters took the streets. The law did not pass, but many doctors (especially in public hospitals) have reportedly acted like the law passed, and they have decided to stop performing abortions. This means that, currently, you can get an abortion in Turkey -- but only at select hospitals/clinics. | ||
In Turkey, you can get an abortion for up to 10 weeks of pregnancy. After 10 weeks, the abortion can only be performed if the woman's life is endangered or in cases of fetal impairment. Overall, legal reasons for abortion include: to save the life of the woman, to preserve physical health, to preserve mental health, rape or incest, fetal impairment, economic or social reasons, and availability on request. According to Law No. 2827 of 24 May 1983, Population Planning Law, married women need spousal consent, and minors or mentally disabled patients need approval from their parents, guardians or the magistrate's court. If there is endangerment to life or vital organs, no approval is required from spouses or parents/guardians. If there is a risk to the woman's life or risk of fetal malformation, two specialists (one ob/gyn and one specialist in a related field) must write their objective findings in a confirmation letter. | In Turkey, you can get an abortion for up to 10 weeks of pregnancy. After 10 weeks, the abortion can only be performed if the woman's life is endangered or in cases of fetal impairment. Overall, legal reasons for abortion include: to save the life of the woman, to preserve physical health, to preserve mental health, rape or incest, fetal impairment, economic or social reasons, and availability on request. According to Law No. 2827 of 24 May 1983, Population Planning Law, married women need spousal consent, and minors or mentally disabled patients need approval from their parents, guardians or the magistrate's court. If there is endangerment to life or vital organs, no approval is required from spouses or parents/guardians. If there is a risk to the woman's life or risk of fetal malformation, two specialists (one ob/gyn and one specialist in a related field) must write their objective findings in a confirmation letter. | ||
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* Morçatı Kadın Sığınağı Vakfı (Purple Roof Women’s Shelter and Foundation) - Provides legal and practical aid to women who are victims of domestic violence Phone: Email: 0090 212 292 52 31-32. Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Anadolu Sok. No:23 D:7-8, Beyoglu-Istanbul, Turkey morcati@ttnet.net.tr. (http://www.morcati.org.tr/tr/) | * Morçatı Kadın Sığınağı Vakfı (Purple Roof Women’s Shelter and Foundation) - Provides legal and practical aid to women who are victims of domestic violence Phone: Email: 0090 212 292 52 31-32. Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Anadolu Sok. No:23 D:7-8, Beyoglu-Istanbul, Turkey morcati@ttnet.net.tr. (http://www.morcati.org.tr/tr/) | ||
*[http://www.kadincinayetlerinidurduracagiz.net/for-english We Will Stop Femicide]: "The platform strives for stopping femicide and ensuring their protection from violence. It fights against all types women’s rights violations, starting wih the violation right to life." Phone: +90 506 880 20 61. Email: kadincinayetlerinidurduracagiz@gmail.com | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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==List of Additional Resources== | ==List of Additional Resources== | ||
* [https://www.saglik.gov.tr/ Turkish Ministry of Health] | |||
* [http://www.tapv.org.tr/ Türkiye Aile Sağlığı ve Planlaması Vakfı Turkey Family Health and Planning Foundation] | |||
* Kadınlarla Dayanışma Vakfı – Ankara (Foundation for Women’s Solidarity) - "an independant organisation that aims to fight all types of violence against women, especially domestic violence, by women’s solidarity." Address: Mithatpaşa Caddesi 10/11 Sıhhiye – Çankaya – Ankara, Phone: +90 312 430 40 05, E-Mail: kadindv@yahoo.com.tr, Website: www.kadindayanismavakfi.org.tr/english | * Kadınlarla Dayanışma Vakfı – Ankara (Foundation for Women’s Solidarity) - "an independant organisation that aims to fight all types of violence against women, especially domestic violence, by women’s solidarity." Address: Mithatpaşa Caddesi 10/11 Sıhhiye – Çankaya – Ankara, Phone: +90 312 430 40 05, E-Mail: kadindv@yahoo.com.tr, Website: www.kadindayanismavakfi.org.tr/english | ||
* Kadınlarla Dayanışma Vakfı – Ankara (Foundation for Women’s Solidarity) - "an independant organisation that aims to fight all types of violence against women, especially domestic violence, by women’s solidarity." Address: Mithatpaşa Caddesi 10/11 Sıhhiye – Çankaya – Ankara, Phone: +90 312 430 40 05, E-Mail: kadindv@yahoo.com.tr, Website: www.kadindayanismavakfi.org.tr/english | * Kadınlarla Dayanışma Vakfı – Ankara (Foundation for Women’s Solidarity) - "an independant organisation that aims to fight all types of violence against women, especially domestic violence, by women’s solidarity." Address: Mithatpaşa Caddesi 10/11 Sıhhiye – Çankaya – Ankara, Phone: +90 312 430 40 05, E-Mail: kadindv@yahoo.com.tr, Website: www.kadindayanismavakfi.org.tr/english | ||
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