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HEC Welfare Travel

HEC Welfare Travel – Istanbul, Türkiye

HEC Welfare Travel is a licensed International Health Tourism Intermediary Organization operating under HEC Health Consultancy and Education Services Ticaret A.Ş., headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye. The organization is officially authorized under the regulations of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health to coordinate healthcare services for international patients and facilitate access to accredited healthcare providers throughout Turkey.

HEC Welfare Travel was established with the mission of delivering high-quality, ethical, and patient-centered medical tourism services by connecting international patients with experienced physicians, internationally recognized hospitals, and advanced healthcare technologies. The organization serves as a comprehensive healthcare coordinator, ensuring that every patient receives personalized treatment planning, seamless medical travel arrangements, and continuous support throughout the entire healthcare journey.

Mission

To provide international patients with safe, transparent, and evidence-based healthcare services by collaborating with officially authorized healthcare institutions and highly qualified medical professionals while maintaining the highest standards of ethics, quality, and patient satisfaction.

Vision

To become one of Türkiye’s leading international health tourism organizations by building sustainable healthcare partnerships and providing world-class medical services that meet international quality standards.


Official Contracted Healthcare Institutions

HEC Welfare Travel collaborates exclusively with healthcare institutions holding official International Health Tourism Authorization Certificates issued by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health.

Its current contracted healthcare partners include:

Istanbul Tema Hospital

A modern multidisciplinary tertiary-care hospital providing advanced healthcare services across numerous specialties, including internal medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, intensive care, and minimally invasive surgical procedures.

GOP Yeni Yüzyıl University Hospital

One of Türkiye’s leading university hospitals, recognized for academic medicine, advanced diagnostics, organ transplantation, oncology, cardiovascular medicine, neurosurgery, robotic surgery, orthopedics, gastroenterology, and multidisciplinary tertiary healthcare services. The hospital combines clinical excellence with medical education and scientific research.

Rumeli Hospital

A comprehensive private hospital providing multidisciplinary healthcare services including internal medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, general surgery, urology, diagnostic imaging, emergency medicine, and preventive healthcare.

Through these officially contracted hospitals, HEC Welfare Travel ensures patients receive healthcare that complies with Turkish Ministry of Health regulations and internationally accepted standards of patient safety and quality.


Comprehensive Healthcare Services

HEC Welfare Travel provides complete international medical tourism solutions, including:

  • Personalized medical consultation.

  • Comprehensive medical case evaluation.

  • Access to internationally experienced specialist physicians.

  • Treatment planning based on multidisciplinary medical assessment.

  • Second medical opinions.

  • Appointment scheduling with contracted hospitals.

  • Hospital admission coordination.

  • Medical report evaluation before travel.

  • Medical visa guidance and documentation support.

  • International flight reservation assistance.

  • VIP airport reception and private transportation.

  • Hotel and accommodation arrangements.

  • Professional multilingual interpreters.

  • Dedicated international patient coordinators.

  • 24/7 patient assistance throughout treatment.

  • Telemedicine consultations before and after treatment.

  • Post-treatment follow-up and continuity of care.

  • Personalized recovery planning.

  • Healthcare concierge services.

  • Tourism and cultural activities for accompanying family members during recovery.


Medical Specialties

Through its contracted hospitals, HEC Welfare Travel provides access to a broad range of specialties, including:

  • Oncology

  • Cardiology

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Organ Transplantation

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurology

  • Orthopedics and Traumatology

  • Spine Surgery

  • Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

  • Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Internal Medicine

  • Gastroenterology

  • Hepatology

  • Urology

  • Nephrology

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • Pediatrics

  • Ophthalmology

  • Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

  • Endocrinology

  • Pulmonology

  • Dentistry and Oral Surgery

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  • Diagnostic Radiology

  • Intensive Care Medicine


Quality Standards

HEC Welfare Travel is committed to delivering healthcare services based on internationally recognized principles of:

  • Patient Safety

  • Clinical Excellence

  • Ethical Medical Practice

  • Evidence-Based Medicine

  • Transparency

  • Quality Assurance

  • Personalized Care

  • Continuous Medical Support

  • International Patient Satisfaction

Every patient is assigned a dedicated International Patient Coordinator responsible for managing the entire treatment process from the initial consultation until long-term follow-up.


International Patient Department

HEC Welfare Travel provides comprehensive international patient support including:

  • Medical document review.

  • Online physician consultation.

  • Treatment cost estimation.

  • Appointment confirmation.

  • Visa invitation documentation.

  • Airport transfer services.

  • Hotel booking.

  • Interpreter coordination.

  • Hospital registration.

  • Medical documentation management.

  • Discharge planning.

  • Telemedicine follow-up after returning home.


Official Contact Information

HEC Health Consultancy and Education Services Ticaret A.Ş.

Address:
Atatürk Mahallesi, Aşina Sokak No: 38/2
Küçükçekmece, 34307
Istanbul, Türkiye

Website:
https://hecwelfaretravel.com


Diva Health Access – Exclusive Strategic Partnership

Diva Health Access is proud to maintain an Exclusive Strategic Partnership with HEC Welfare Travel, establishing a trusted bridge between the healthcare systems of Türkiye and the Republic of Iraq.

Under this official agreement, Diva Health Access has been appointed as the Sole and Exclusive Representative of HEC Welfare Travel throughout Iraq, holding the exclusive authority to represent, coordinate, promote, and facilitate all healthcare services provided by HEC Welfare Travel for patients from Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

Through this exclusive strategic partnership, Iraqi patients receive direct access to HEC Welfare Travel’s contracted hospitals, internationally qualified physicians, and complete medical tourism services through a single trusted healthcare gateway.

The partnership includes:

  • Direct access to Istanbul Tema Hospital, GOP Yeni Yüzyıl University Hospital, and Rumeli Hospital.

  • Comprehensive medical case management.

  • Multidisciplinary treatment planning.

  • Second medical opinions.

  • Hospital appointment coordination.

  • Medical visa assistance.

  • Flight and accommodation arrangements.

  • VIP airport transportation.

  • Professional multilingual patient support.

  • Continuous care coordination before, during, and after treatment.

  • Secure digital medical record management.

  • Long-term post-treatment follow-up.

This Exclusive Strategic Partnership reflects the shared commitment of HEC Welfare Travel and Diva Health Access to delivering internationally accredited, patient-centered, ethically governed, and technology-driven healthcare services while strengthening medical collaboration between Türkiye and Iraq.

Diva Health Access proudly serves as the exclusive official representative of HEC Welfare Travel in Iraq, ensuring Iraqi patients have seamless access to world-class healthcare through trusted international partnerships.

Dr. Lokesh Kumar

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About Dr. Lokesh Kumar Dr. Lokesh Kumar is a senior and highly accomplished Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon with extensive experience in advanced reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. He is widely recognized for his patient-centric approach and for customizing surgical interventions based on individual anatomical and clinical requirements. His practice reflects a strong emphasis on precision, safety, and optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes. Dr. Kumar has demonstrated particular expertise in cosmetic surgical procedures, with a focused specialization in rhinoplasty. His clinical proficiency is supported by years of experience at several of India’s most prestigious tertiary care institutions. Over the course of his career, he has been associated with leading hospitals in New Delhi, contributing significantly to both clinical excellence and departmental leadership. Currently, Dr. Lokesh Kumar serves as the Senior Director and Head of the Department of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at BLK Max SuperSpeciality Hospital, New Delhi, where he oversees complex reconstructive and cosmetic surgical services.
Conditions Treated
  • Ameloblastoma
  • Anotia
  • Bags under eyes
  • Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome
  • Bell’s palsy
  • Breast cancer
  • Buerger disease
  • Burns
  • Cancer-related reconstructive defects
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Cleft lip and cleft palate
  • CLOVES syndrome
  • Congenital ear deformities
  • Craniosynostosis
  • Cryptotia
  • Facial deformities
  • Facial nerve paralysis

Area of Interest
  • Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Rhinoplasty and Facial Aesthetic Procedures

Qualifications
  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh (Plastic Surgery)
  • Fellowship – International College of Surgeons, Chicago, USA (Plastic Surgery)

Work Experience
  • Senior Director & Head of Department – Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, BLK Max SuperSpeciality Hospital, New Delhi
  • Senior Consultant – Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
  • Consultant – Majeedia Hospital, New Delhi
  • Associate Consultant – Holy Family Hospital, New Delhi
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 Dr. Lokesh Kumar 

 Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon 

 BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital  , Delhi, India 

 30 Years of experience 

Speaks: English, Hindi

USD 45  USD 40 for video consultation

Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar

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Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar is a senior Medical Oncologist with more than 21 years of extensive clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of cancer. He is widely recognized for delivering patient-centric, evidence-based, and comprehensive oncological care, supported by a strong academic foundation and in-depth expertise in medical oncology. He specializes in the management of a broad spectrum of solid and hematological malignancies and is proficient in administering advanced cancer therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. His clinical focus encompasses cancers of the lung, breast, head and neck, gastrointestinal tract, and soft tissue sarcomas, among others. His long-standing exposure to complex oncological cases has enabled him to adopt novel and advanced treatment protocols aligned with international standards. Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar has held several senior leadership and consultant roles at leading cancer centers in India, including the Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre and Aakash Healthcare, Dwarka, New Delhi. These appointments significantly contributed to his expertise in multidisciplinary cancer management and advanced oncological therapeutics. He currently serves as the Associate Director of Medical Oncology at BLK Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi. Conditions Treated
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Adnexal Tumors
  • Adrenal Cancer
  • Ampullary Cancer
  • Anal Cancer
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Bone Cancer
  • Brain Tumors
  • Breast Cancer
  • Carcinoid Syndrome
  • Carcinoid Tumors
  • Carcinoma of Unknown Primary
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Malignancies
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Lung Cancer
  • Sarcomas
Area of Interest
  • Comprehensive Cancer Treatment
Academic Qualifications
  • MBBS, University of Mysore, India, 2000
  • MD (General Medicine), Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India, 2006
  • DNB (Medical Oncology), National Board of Examinations, India, 2013
Professional Experience
  • Associate Director, Medical Oncology, BLK Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India
  • Director and Head, Medical Oncology, Aakash Healthcare, New Delhi, India
  • Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology, BLK Kapoor Hospital, New Delhi, India
  • Consultant, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi, India
 
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 Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar 

 Medical Oncologist 

 BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital  , Delhi, India 

 21 Years of experience 

Speaks: English

USD 60  USD 50 for video consultation

Dr. Hemkant Verma

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Dr. Hemkant Verma is a highly regarded Surgical Oncologist based in Greater Noida, India, recognized for his clinical expertise and patient-focused approach in the management of complex malignancies. He has over 10 years of overall clinical experience, with more than 7 years dedicated specifically to surgical oncology. Dr. Verma has extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of a broad spectrum of cancers, including Larynx Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Oral and Mouth Cancer, Cervical Cancer, and Breast Cancer. His practice is distinguished by a strong foundation in oncologic surgery combined with evidence-based cancer treatment protocols. He completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery from Pt. B.D. Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS), Rohtak. He subsequently pursued advanced specialization by completing MCh in Surgical Oncology from the Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad. In addition, he holds DNB in Surgical Oncology and FMAS, further strengthening his academic and surgical credentials. Conditions Treated
  • Breast Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Colorectal / Colon Cancer
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Larynx Cancer
Area of Interest
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Comprehensive Cancer Treatment
Qualifications
  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • FMAS
  • MCh (Surgical Oncology)
  • DNB (Surgical Oncology)
Work Experience
  • Senior Resident – Pt. B.D. Sharma, PGIMS, Rohtak
  • Consultant Oncosurgeon – Park Hospital, Gurugram
  • Sheela Sharma Memorial Cancer Hospital, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
 
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 Dr. Hemkant Verma 

 Surgical Oncologist 

 Sharda Hospital  , Noida, India 

 10 Years of experience 

Speaks: English

USD 38 USD 32 for video consultation

Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak

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About Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak is an experienced ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon with over 10 years of clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of otolaryngological and head & neck conditions. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of E.N.T. and Head & Neck Surgery at Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida, India. He has more than 7 years of combined undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience and is actively involved in academic training alongside clinical practice. At Sharda Hospital, he performs comprehensive E.N.T. procedures, with particular clinical and academic interest in micro-ear surgery and endoscopic sinus surgery. Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak completed his M.B.B.S. from Dibrugarh University in 2007 and subsequently obtained his M.S. in E.N.T. from Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences in 2013. His professional background reflects a balanced integration of surgical proficiency, academic commitment, and patient-centered care.
Conditions Treated
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Radiation Necrosis of the Neck
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Goiter
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Throat Cancer
  • Neck Injuries
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer

Area of Interest
  • ENT / Otolaryngology
  • Micro-ear Surgery
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Qualifications
  • MBBS – Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh University, 2007
  • MS (ENT) – Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, 2013

Professional Experience
  • Assistant Professor, Department of E.N.T. and Head & Neck Surgery – Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida, India
  • Consultant ENT – Kailash Hospital, India
  • Senior Resident – Sharda Medical College
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 Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak 

 Head & Neck Surgeon 

 Sharda Hospital  , Noida, India 

 10 Years of experience 

Speaks: English

USD 38 USD 32 for video consultation

Dr. Nikhil Yadav

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About Dr. Nikhil Yadav Dr. Nikhil Yadav is an accomplished laparoscopic and general surgeon with 18 years of extensive clinical experience. Known for setting high standards in patient-centric surgical care, he currently serves as the Director and Senior Consultant, Laparoscopic & General Surgery at Aakash Healthcare SuperSpecialty Hospital, New Delhi, India. Over the course of his career, Dr. Yadav has been associated with several leading healthcare institutions, including Max Hospital, Bhagat Chandra Hospital, and Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi. He has successfully performed more than 5,000 laparoscopic cholecystectomies, establishing himself as a trusted expert in minimally invasive gallbladder surgery. He is also highly skilled in the surgical management of hemorrhoids and fistula, including advanced techniques such as stapler and laser procedures.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Nikhil Yadav

  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids (Stapler and Laser Procedures)
  • Fistula Surgery
  • Pilonidal Sinus
  • Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Parotid Surgery

Area of Interest

  • General Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Surgery

Qualifications

  • MBBS – SKMC, Muzaffarpur, Bihar
  • MS (General Surgery) – JLN Medical College, Ajmer, Rajasthan
  • FMAS – Fellow of the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • FIAGES – Fellow of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons

Work Experience

  • Consultant – Action Balaji Hospital
  • Consultant – Max Hospital, Saket
  • Consultant – Artemis Hospital
  • Consultant – Bhagat Chandra Hospital
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 Dr. Nikhil Yadav 

 General Laparoscopic Surgeon 

 Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital  , Delhi, India 

 18 Years of experience 

Speaks: English, Hindi

USD 33  USD 28 for video consultation

Dr. Arun Kumar Giri

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About Dr. Arun Kumar Giri Dr. Arun Kumar Giri is an accomplished Surgical Oncologist with over 20 years of dedicated experience across several leading medical institutions in India. He currently serves as the Director of Surgical Oncology at Aakash Healthcare Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi. Widely respected for his exceptional surgical precision, focus, and clinical acumen, Dr. Giri has successfully managed and operated on a broad spectrum of complex oncological cases. Over the course of his career, Dr. Giri has held significant leadership and consultant roles, including Director of Oncology at Rockland Hospital, Qutub Institutional Area, and Unit Head of Surgical Oncology at Venkateshwar Hospital, New Delhi. Dr. Giri completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery from the prestigious Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (IMS-BHU). He further specialized by obtaining a DNB in Surgical Oncology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi. His global exposure includes advanced training at internationally renowned cancer centers such as MedStar Washington Medical Center (USA), Cancer Institute of the Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research (Tokyo), and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (New York).

Conditions Treated by Dr. Arun Kumar Giri

  • Small intestine cancer
  • Thoracic cancers
  • Head and neck malignancies
  • Bone marrow cancer
  • Gastrointestinal cancers

Areas of Interest

  • Oncology surgeries
  • Advanced surgical oncology techniques
  • Multidisciplinary cancer management

Qualifications

  • MBBS – Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (IMS-BHU), 1997
  • MS (General Surgery) – Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (IMS-BHU), 1999
  • DNB (Surgical Oncology) – National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 2008

Work Experience

  • Director, Surgical Oncology – Aakash Healthcare Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi
  • Director, Oncology – VPS Rockland Hospitals, New Delhi
  • Unit Head, Surgical Oncology – Venkateshwar Hospital, New Delhi
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 Dr. Arun Kumar Giri 

 Surgical Oncologist 

 Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital  , Delhi, India 

 22 Years of experience 

Speaks: English, Hindi

USD 33  USD 28 for video consultation