About Intensivist
Key Highlights
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Provides 24/7 expert management by a physician specialized in critical illness.Coordinates a multidisciplinary team of nurses, respiratory therapists, and specialists for holistic care.Utilizes advanced monitoring and life-support technologies to stabilize vital organ functions.Focuses on early intervention to prevent complications and improve survival rates.Offers personalized treatment plans for complex, multi-system diseases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation.
- Septic shock or severe systemic infection.
- Major trauma (e.g., head injury, multiple fractures).
- Post-operative care after major surgeries like cardiac or neurosurgery.
- Acute organ failure (e.g., kidney, liver, heart).
- Life-threatening metabolic imbalances or drug overdoses.
- Neurological emergencies such as severe stroke or status epilepticus.
How to prepare
- Immediate transfer to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) from the emergency room, operating room, or hospital ward.
- Rapid assessment of vital signs, medical history, and current medications.
- Establishment of necessary monitoring (e.g., arterial lines, central venous catheters).
- Initiation of supportive measures like oxygen therapy or intravenous fluids.
- Discussion with the patient's family or healthcare proxy regarding the critical condition and care goals.
Risks & possible complications
- Infections associated with ICU stays (e.g., ventilator-associated pneumonia, catheter-related bloodstream infections).
- Complications from invasive procedures and monitoring devices.
- Muscle weakness and deconditioning from prolonged bed rest (ICU-acquired weakness).
- Delirium or long-term cognitive impairment.
- Stress ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Potential for blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Emotional and psychological distress for the patient and family.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery begins in the ICU with gradual weaning from life support (e.g., ventilator) as the patient stabilizes.
- Transition to a step-down unit or general ward for continued monitoring and rehabilitation.
- Involves physical, occupational, and sometimes speech therapy to regain strength and function.
- Ongoing management of the underlying illness and any new complications.
- Follow-up care with primary and specialist physicians after hospital discharge is essential.
- Psychological support may be needed to address post-intensive care syndrome (PICS).
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Typical hospital stay: Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward
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Expected recovery time: Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intensivist in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with critical care departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform intensivist. MediFyr helps you compare critical cares and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for intensivist compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 544 – USD 2,175 | Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward | ~ Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,026 – USD 16,105 | Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward | ~ Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer | Know More |
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