American Hospital, part of the Vehbi Koç Foundation, is a nonprofit private hospital in Istanbul’s Nişantaşı district. Founded in 1920 and transferred to Turkish ownership in 1995, it spans over 60,000 m² with nearly 280 beds, multiple ICUs, and operating rooms. The hospital treats more than 220,000 patients annually and performs over 10,000 surgeries, offering specialties in cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, women’s health, and more.
It is the first hospital in Turkey to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation alongside ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 certifications, emphasizing international standards in care, safety, and management. With a strong focus on patient experience through dedicated services and a digital health portal, the hospital further enhanced its global standing in 2024 by joining the Mayo Clinic Care Network, ensuring access to world-class expertise and resources.