IVF Treatment (IVF / ICSI)

In IVF the ovaries are stimulated with injections for about 10–12 days and progress is followed with ultrasound and blood tests. The eggs are collected under brief sedation, fertilised in the laboratory with the partner’s sperm by microinjection (ICSI), and the embryos are grown for 3–5 days (blastocyst). A suitable embryo is placed in the womb, fresh or after freezing and thawing, in a painless procedure, and a pregnancy test follows about 10–12 days later. Where there is a known genetic condition in the family or repeated miscarriage, embryos can be tested (PGT). Under Turkish law IVF is available only to married couples using their own eggs and sperm; egg, sperm or embryo donation and surrogacy are not permitted, and sex selection is allowed only for medical reasons. A marriage certificate is required. Stimulation can start at home and be completed in Istanbul; one cycle usually means a stay of 10–14 days. The chance of success depends mostly on the woman’s age and ovarian reserve, and your doctor explains it openly based on your tests.

The cost depends on the scope of the procedure, the technique, the hospital and your accommodation choice. After a physician's assessment, New City Clinic sends you an itemised written quote; getting a quote is free.

Your quote lists the hospital and physician fees, required tests, check-ups, airport–hotel–hospital transfers and, on request, hotel accommodation as separate items. Flights are not included; we can help organise them if you wish.

The procedure takes about 15–30 minutes. Anaesthesia: sedation.

Hospital stay: discharged the same day. The total stay in Türkiye is usually planned at 10–14 days; your physician confirms the exact length at your check-up.

Every medical procedure carries risk: infection, bleeding, anaesthesia-related problems and healing that differs from what was expected are the main ones. To reduce risk, the procedure is performed by a specialist at a licensed hospital after pre-operative tests. Your physician explains the risks specific to you at your examination.

Desk work is usually possible within 2 days and sport after 1 week. These times vary from person to person.

No external incision. Scars are noticeable in the first months and fade with time; how they heal depends on your skin.

The first change is visible as swelling settles; the final result appears in about 1 month. Results vary from person to person and cannot be guaranteed.

Out of respect for patient privacy and under healthcare regulations, patient photos are shared only with the patient's consent. In your consultation the physician explains what is realistic in your case.

There is no single “best clinic” for everyone; for a safe choice, check these: a Health Tourism Authorisation Certificate, the name of the hospital and the operating surgeon, a written plan based on a physician's assessment, an itemised quote and aftercare. New City Clinic is an authorised intermediary registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye; it publishes its authorisation, TÜRSAB and ISO certificates on this site and gives you all of this in writing with your quote.

Like any operation, IVF Treatment carries risks, and the risk depends far more on where and by whom it is done than on the country. The serious cases reported in the press have mostly involved unlicensed premises, non-specialists or too many procedures in one session. A safe choice means a hospital licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health, a named specialist surgeon, an anaesthetist, pre-operative tests and a long enough stay. New City Clinic is an authorised intermediary registered with the Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye, and you receive the hospital and surgeon details in writing before you travel.

The difference comes mainly from lower operating and staff costs and the exchange rate; implants, materials and techniques follow the same international standards. Even so, do not choose on price alone: check the hospital licence, the surgeon’s specialty and exactly what the package includes.

From Malta there are direct flights to Istanbul of around two and a half to three hours; from Australia the journey usually involves one connection and takes 20 hours or more. The longer the flight home, the longer you should stay in Istanbul after IVF Treatment, so that your surgeon can check you before travelling. On a long-haul flight wear compression stockings, walk regularly and drink water. Your reports are prepared in English and a New City Clinic coordinator follows your recovery remotely once you are home.