Medical Malpractice Claims & Patient Rights Under Turkish Law
Zivilrecht Published On: 26.07.2026 ⏱ 1 dk okuma

Medical Malpractice Claims & Patient Rights Under Turkish Law

Filing medical negligence claims, proving physician fault, and recovering compensation for surgical or diagnostic errors in Turkey.

Legal Recourse for Medical Negligence & Surgical Errors

Turkey’s medical tourism sector attracts international patients annually. When medical errors occur, patients have established rights to legal compensation.

1. Elements of Medical Negligence

Establishing physician or hospital liability requires proving a breach of professional duty of care, fault (complications vs. negligence), and direct causation of injury.

2. Recoverable Damages

Victims can claim full reimbursement for corrective medical care, disability compensation, loss of earnings, and substantial moral damages (Manevi Tazminat).

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