Ankara İbn-I Sina Hospital

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Ankara İbn-i Sina Hospital stands as a premier beacon of healthcare excellence and historical significance in Turkey’s capital.

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What the hospital and monument are

Ankara İbn-i Sina Hospital, formally known as Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi İbn-i Sina Hastanesi, is a major healthcare, education, and research institution in Turkey’s capital. It is part of Ankara University’s Faculty of Medicine and is located on the university’s Sıhhiye Campus in central Ankara. Its location and university affiliation support access for patients from across Turkey and its academic mission.

Named for the Persian polymath Abu Ali al-Hussein Ibn Abdullah Ibn Sina (Avicenna), the hospital combines modern healthcare with a connection to the history of medicine. Avicenna’s contributions to medicine and philosophy have influenced medical traditions around the world (PMC6077049). The İbn-i Sina Monument in central Ankara also commemorates his legacy and is accessible free of charge (Ankara Tourism).

Ankara is a growing medical-tourism destination, noted for its healthcare standards, accredited hospitals, and affordable care (ArriveTurkey). İbn-i Sina Hospital offers a broad range of specialties and international patient services (Ankara University Hospital).

History and development

Avicenna was born in 980 AD and wrote The Canon of Medicine, a foundational text in Eastern and Western medicine for centuries (PMC6077049). The hospital’s dedication to him reflects an emphasis on scientific progress, medical history, and ethical practice.

İbn-i Sina Hospital was founded on March 13, 1985, as a modern teaching and research center within Ankara University’s Faculty of Medicine. Its original facility had 16 floors across four interconnected blocks, with more than 1,200 beds and over 20 clinical departments (trhastane.com). Later renovations reduced overall bed capacity to allow for more spacious and comfortable rooms. The hospital had 936 beds in 2025, after renovations.

The hospital has expanded its services to include specialized centers for oncology, cardiovascular care, reproductive medicine, and other fields. It has adopted robotic surgery, advanced diagnostic imaging, and intensive care units. It is described as one of Turkey’s busiest and most comprehensive healthcare facilities, serving hundreds of thousands of outpatients and tens of thousands of inpatients each year (trhastane.com).

As Ankara University’s main teaching hospital, İbn-i Sina provides clinical experience for medical students, interns, and residents. It trains thousands of healthcare professionals annually, publishes research in national and international journals, and participates in multi-center clinical trials (trhastane.com). Its multidisciplinary teams provide coordinated care for complex and rare conditions. Public feedback highlights staff professionalism, expertise, and compassion (doktortakvimi.com).

Avicenna’s holistic approach to medicine, which emphasized ethical practice and scientific inquiry, informs the hospital’s mission and educational programs (PMC6077049). The institution also serves as a cultural bridge to Turkey’s historical contributions to medical science.

What to see and hospital services

İbn-i Sina Monument

The monument celebrates Avicenna’s contributions to medicine and philosophy and reflects Ankara’s efforts to honor its intellectual and cultural heritage (Ankara Tourism). It hosts occasional cultural and educational events, particularly during heritage festivals.

Hospital specialties and services

The hospital reports 47 specialties, including transplantation, oncology, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and rehabilitation. Its 2025 figures include approximately 600,000 annual outpatients, 35,000 annual inpatients, and 50,000 annual surgeries, including robotic and complex procedures (ESAIC).

Advanced services include robotic surgery, specialized neuro, cardiac, pediatric, and COVID intensive care units, rehabilitation, and subspecialty clinics (Ankara University PMR). The hospital is accredited by the European Board of Anaesthesiology (EBA) and ESAIC, with accreditation valid through July 2026 (ESAIC).

International patient services include English, Arabic, Russian, and Azerbaijani language support (Turkpidya). Services listed for international patients include remote consultations, treatment planning, visa assistance, airport transfers, case managers, cultural and dietary accommodations, translated discharge documents, and telemedicine follow-ups.

Practical visiting information

Monument hours, admission, and access

  • Open Daily, 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
  • Closed National holidays and special occasions; check local sources.
  • Admission Free.
  • Guided tours Available by prior arrangement through the Ankara Cultural Heritage Office or local operators.

To reach the monument, take the M1 metro line to Kızılay station, then walk or take a short bus ride. Multiple city bus routes serve the area. Public parking nearby is limited.

The monument is wheelchair accessible and has benches, shade, and multilingual informational plaques. Photography is permitted, and tripods are allowed during non-peak hours. Cafés and restaurants are nearby.

Hospital hours, access, and appointments

  • General visiting hours 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • ICU and special units 1:00 PM–3:00 PM; hours may vary, so confirm before visiting.
  • Visitor policies Observe privacy, hygiene, and noise regulations.

Public visits are primarily for patients and their families. Academic tours require prior arrangement. The hospital can be reached by metro via Maltepe station, by bus, or by car. On-site parking is available but limited. Medical conferences and workshops are regularly held; check the hospital or university website for schedules.

Online appointments are available through the MHRS system and the national hotline, Alo 182 (trhastane.com).

Tips

  • Bring translated medical records.
  • Obtain a medical visa; the hospital can provide invitation letters.
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport offers direct international flights.
  • Payment can be made by credit card, bank transfer, or cash; request cost estimates in advance.
  • For medical appointments, contact the International Patient Unit through the hospital website or by phone.
  • For monument events and current visiting details, see the Ankara Cultural Heritage Office.

Nearby attractions include Ankara Castle, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque, and Anıtkabir. Visitors combining treatment with sightseeing can also visit wellness spas (Turkpidya).

FAQs

Monument

  • Is the monument suitable for children? Yes, it is family-friendly.
  • Are pets permitted? No.
  • Are guided tours available in other languages? Yes, by prior arrangement.
  • Is dining available nearby? Cafés and restaurants are nearby.

Hospital and medical tourism

  • How can I book an appointment? Contact the International Patient Unit through the hospital website or by phone.
  • Are translators available? Yes, in multiple languages.
  • Can the hospital help with visas? Yes, visa support is provided.
  • Is follow-up care available after returning home? Yes, through telemedicine.