How much does addiction treatment cost in Turkey?

The cost of addiction treatment depends on factors such as the substance used and severity of addiction; need for inpatient or outpatient treatment; accompanying mental or physical illnesses; a public unit or a private centre, and is set by the doctor after an examination. Under Turkish rules on the advertising of health services, prices are not published on our site; you can ask the doctor directly when you request an appointment.

Who is the best doctor for addiction treatment?

There is no single “best” doctor for everyone. The right doctor for you is experienced in addiction treatment, easy to reach, and explains the options clearly. Check whether the doctor lists this treatment on their profile, their specialty (psychiatrist, psychologist), the overall picture of patient reviews and the clinic’s location, and ask for a clear written treatment plan, timeline and cost at the first consultation. For major treatments you have the right to a second opinion. “En İyi Hekim” (Turkish for “best doctor”) is our brand name: we do not rank doctors as “best” and rankings cannot be bought.

How do I find a psychiatrist for addiction treatment?

On each profile you can see reviews, the clinic address and available times, and send a free appointment request through our site.

How long does addiction treatment take?

Inpatient detox usually lasts 2–4 weeks; outpatient follow-up continues for months to years. Number of visits: Frequent check-ups in the first months after detox, becoming less frequent; therapy sessions usually weekly.

How do I apply to AMATEM?

AMATEM units are in public and university hospitals. You usually book an appointment at the hospital's AMATEM or psychiatry clinic; the doctor decides on admission after examination.

Is stopping alcohol suddenly dangerous?

In people who have drunk heavily for a long time, stopping suddenly can cause life-threatening withdrawal such as seizures and delirium. Stopping should therefore be planned under medical supervision.

Is addiction treatment kept confidential?

Health information is protected under patient privacy. You can ask the unit you apply to who treatment information may be shared with.

Can foreigners get addiction treatment in Turkey?

Foreign residents can use AMATEM units through the public health system if they are covered by insurance; private psychiatric hospitals also offer treatment. Ask whether staff can work in your language before admission.

Psychiatrist · Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment

Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment: How It Is Done and Which Doctor Does It

Long-term treatment for people who cannot control their alcohol or drug use, including medically supervised detox, medication support, psychotherapy and relapse prevention; in Turkey it is also offered in official units such as AMATEM and ÇEMATEM.

Procedure timeInpatient detox usually lasts 2–4 weeks

VisitsFrequent check-ups in the first months after detox, becoming less frequent; therapy sessions usually weekly

Doctors100 psychiatrists

BookingFree online request

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You can send an appointment request to these psychiatrists and ask about addiction treatment in your message.

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Psychiatry

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Prof. Dr. Tümer Türkbay

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Dr. Melike Vural, Derince, Kocaeli bölgesinde Psikiyatri olarak hizmet vermektedir.

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What is alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment?

Alcohol and drug addiction is a treatable disease affecting how the brain works, in which a person cannot control use despite knowing the harm, needs more and more, and has withdrawal symptoms on stopping. Treatment has several stages. In the first, detoxification, the aim is to clear the substance from the body and manage withdrawal symptoms safely with medication; especially with alcohol and some sedatives, withdrawal can cause seizures and be life-threatening, so stopping suddenly should be done under medical supervision. Treatment then continues with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, relapse prevention training, family work and, when needed, medicines that reduce alcohol cravings or provide maintenance in opioid addiction. In Turkey, Ministry of Health and university hospitals have Alcohol and Substance Addiction Treatment Centres (AMATEM) for adults and Child and Adolescent Substance Addiction Treatment Centres (ÇEMATEM) for under-18s; you usually apply through the hospital's psychiatry or AMATEM clinic. Yeşilay counselling centres (YEDAM) offer psychosocial support. Addiction is a chronic disease; relapse does not mean treatment has failed but that the plan needs to be adjusted.

How is alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment done?

Psychiatric examination: substances used, duration and accompanying mental and physical illnesses
Blood tests and, if needed, liver, heart and infection screening
Medically supervised detox and withdrawal treatment as an outpatient or inpatient
Individual and group psychotherapy, motivation and relapse prevention work
Family meetings, social support and regular clinic follow-up

Who is alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment suitable for?

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