Resources
Everything you need to plan your medical travel journey to Turkey — with complete confidence and clarity.
Checklist
A practical guide to help you prepare for your medical journey to Türkiye (Turkey). Download the full checklist or view it online.
☐ Treatment plan and cost quote reviewed and confirmed
☐ Allergies and existing medical conditions communicated to your provider
☐ Canadian passport expiry checked (minimum 6 months validity beyond travel dates)
☐ Medical Travel insurance purchased and confirmed (recommended)
☐ Flights booked (direct Toronto to Istanbul available via Turkish Airlines)
☐ Accommodation confirmed through your provider, or booked if arranged through third party
☐ Local currency or credit card arranged for personal expenses
F.A.Q
Lunara Medical Travel is a Canadian-registered and professionally insured medical travel facilitation company, proudly serving clients in Toronto, the GTA, Ontario, and across Canada. We act as your independent advocate — connecting you with a carefully selected network of world-class specialists and accredited hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey, and guiding you through every step of your journey with complete transparency and no obligation.
Yes — when procedures are performed at accredited facilities by qualified specialists. Turkey’s international health services operate under strict Ministry of Health oversight, with rigorous standards for hospital accreditation, licensing, and patient safety. Lunara only refers clients to providers holding top-tier international certifications such as JCI and ISO 9001 — the same standards used to evaluate hospitals in Canada, the US, and Western Europe. Every provider in our network has been carefully selected by our team.
Patients typically benefit from savings of 40-70% on procedure costs compared to Canada and these savings remain significant even after flights and accommodation are factored in.
- Our five-step journey is designed to be clear, supported, and stress-free:
- Personalised Discovery — complimentary session to understand your goals
- Your Tailored Plan — treatment plan and transparent cost quote within 2-3 business days
- Review, Consult & Confirm — direct specialist consultation, no commitment required
- VIP Arrival & Coordination — executive transfers, premium accommodation, English-speaking support
Canadian citizens do not require a visa to enter Türkiye for stays of up to 90 days. We recommend confirming the latest entry requirements at travel.gc.ca before departure, as requirements can change
Medical Travel Insurance
At Lunara, we are pleased to work with Custom Assurance Placements Ltd., administrators of the Global Protective Solutions (GPS) insurance programmes — a worldwide leader in providing comprehensive insurance solutions specifically designed for international medical travellers.
We strongly recommend that all clients secure appropriate coverage before departing Canada, ensuring complete peace of mind throughout your journey.
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