Turkey's health sector experienced another turning point. Yaşam Organ Transplant Center, proudly announced by Yaşam Hospitals Group, was introduced with a magnificent launch on January 11, 2025. The event, attended by leading names in the sector, healthcare professionals, members of the press and representatives of health tourism, turned into a celebration of innovations and success in the field of healthcare.

At the launch, Dr. Tülin Özkan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of Yaşam Hospitals Group, and Prof. Dr. Bülent Aydınlı, President of Yaşam Organ Transplant Center, addressed the guests and shared the vision, goals and contributions of the center to the health sector.

Prof. Dr. Tulin Ozkan: "The Pride of a 30-Year Journey"

Stating that the journey of Yaşam Hospitals Group, which started as a small hospital in Kemer in 1996, has turned into a large health group today, Dr. Tülin Özkan said the following in her speech:

"There are two important factors that can carry a hospital to the highest point: Experienced, knowledgeable and humanistic physicians and healthcare professionals, and patients who trust their hospital and come with peace of mind every time. We are here today thanks to these two fundamental elements. For 30 years, we have served and will continue to serve each patient as if they were one of our own family."

Dr. Özkan also drew attention to the infrastructure of the center and stated that they have established Vakıf Yaşam Hospital and Yaşam Organ Transplant Center, one of the most technological hospitals in Turkey, with an investment of more than 50 million Euros. Emphasizing that 4 kidney and 4 liver transplants have been successfully performed at the center despite the fact that it has only recently been put into service, he stated that these successes are an indication of how well-equipped the center is and how it is managed by a team of experts in their field.

Prof. Dr. Bülent Aydınlı: "Organ Transplantation Restarts Life"

Prof. Dr. Bülent Aydınlı, Head of the Organ Transplant Center, emphasized the vital importance of organ transplantation for individuals and families in his speech.

"Organ transplantation is not only a treatment but also the beginning of a new life. With the successful transplants we have performed so far in this center, we have offered our patients the chance to step into a healthy life. Although we have only recently opened, we have successfully completed 4 kidney and 4 liver transplants. This is a testament to our expert team and modern infrastructure. Seeing each of our patients recover is the greatest source of happiness for us."

Center's Strong Staff

Yaşam Organ Transplant Center has a strong team of Turkey's leading physicians. Prof. Dr. Ramazan Çetinkaya (Nephrologist), Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Tutkak (Immunologist) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Avanaz (General Surgeon) are known for their expertise in difficult cases and the trust they provide to their patients. They contribute to the success of the center by adopting a multidisciplinary approach in the organ transplantation process.

Emphasis on Support for Organ Donation

The importance of organ donation was not forgotten at the launch event. The organ donation stand set up in the event area attracted great interest from the participants. At the stand, information was provided on the life-saving effect of organ donation and donor candidates were guided. Many participants supported organ donation and contributed to raising awareness on this vital issue.

New favorite of health tourism

The Organ Transplant Center aims to become an important center not only in Turkey but also in the field of international health tourism. All respected names attending the launch agreed that the center will further strengthen Turkey's global reputation in the field of health.