Respiratory conditions demand specialist expertise and advanced diagnostics. Sultan GHC connects U.S. patients with internationally trained pulmonologists at JCI-accredited hospitals — from complex ILD management and EBUS-guided lung cancer staging to VATS thoracic surgery and lung transplant evaluation.
From severe asthma and COPD to interstitial lung disease and lung cancer — our partner hospitals manage the full spectrum of respiratory conditions.
Diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures performed with international-standard equipment at JCI-accredited hospitals.
Diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy for airway inspection, BAL (bronchoalveolar lavage), transbronchial biopsy, foreign body removal, and airway stenting. Performed with high-definition video bronchoscopes (Olympus, Pentax) under conscious sedation or general anesthesia.
Endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA) for mediastinal lymph node staging in lung cancer, and for sampling hilar and mediastinal lesions. Replaces mediastinoscopy in most cases — same-day procedure, no general anesthesia, same-day results.
High-resolution CT (HRCT) chest for ILD, bronchiectasis, and emphysema staging — available same-day at all partner hospitals. Full pulmonary function testing (PFTs): spirometry, DLCO diffusion capacity, body plethysmography, and 6-minute walk test for functional assessment.
Minimally invasive VATS lobectomy, VATS wedge resection, and VATS segmentectomy for early-stage lung cancer — and VATS pleural procedures (pleurodesis, decortication) for pleural disease. Shorter hospital stay and faster recovery than open thoracotomy.
Multidisciplinary interstitial lung disease clinic with chest physician, radiologist, and pathologist review. Antifibrotic therapy (pirfenidone, nintedanib) available as CDSCO-approved generics in India. Structured monitoring with serial PFTs, HRCT, and 6MWT. Lung transplant evaluation pathway available.
Level I in-lab overnight polysomnography (PSG) for OSA, REM sleep behavior disorder, periodic limb movement, and narcolepsy evaluation. CPAP/BiPAP titration, auto-PAP initiation, and oral appliance referral based on AHI severity and patient preference.
Chemical pleurodesis (talc slurry or VATS poudrage) for malignant pleural effusion and recurrent pneumothorax. Ultrasound-guided pleural aspiration, intercostal chest drain insertion, and indwelling pleural catheter placement for palliation of breathlessness.
Lung transplant candidacy evaluation for end-stage IPF, COPD, pulmonary hypertension, and cystic fibrosis — conducted at select partner centers with experienced thoracic transplant programs. Sultan GHC coordinates the multi-day assessment process and communication between your U.S. pulmonologist and the transplant team.
Structured exercise-based pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD, post-surgical recovery, and ILD — combining physiotherapy, breathing retraining (pursed-lip, diaphragmatic), occupational therapy, and patient education. Proven to reduce hospitalization and improve quality of life independently of pharmacotherapy.
U.S. figures from FAIR Health Consumer (2024), CMS data, and published hospital pricing. India and Türkiye from JCI-accredited partner hospital published rates (2025).
| Procedure |  USA — Self-Pay |  India |  Türkiye |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronchoscopy (flexible, diagnostic) | $3,000–$8,000 | $200–$600 | $300–$900 |
| EBUS-TBNA (lymph node staging) | $5,000–$12,000 | $500–$1,500 | $700–$2,500 |
| HRCT Chest (high-resolution) | $1,500–$4,000 | $80–$250 | $120–$400 |
| Pulmonary Function Tests (full PFT) | $500–$2,000 | $50–$200 | $80–$300 |
| Sleep Study (polysomnography) | $1,000–$3,500 | $150–$500 | $200–$700 |
| VATS Lobectomy (lung cancer) | $50,000–$120,000 | $7,000–$16,000 | $10,000–$22,000 |
| Pleurodesis (talc / VATS) | $5,000–$15,000 | $500–$2,000 | $800–$3,000 |
| Lung Transplant (single) | $400,000–$600,000 | $40,000–$70,000 | $50,000–$80,000 |
| Antifibrotic Therapy — IPF (per month) | $9,000–$12,000 | $400–$1,200 | $600–$2,000 |
Figures are approximate self-pay estimates. Actual costs vary by procedure complexity and hospital. Full India cost savings → · Türkiye cost savings →
80–93%
Average Saving in India
vs U.S. self-pay pulmonology
70–88%
Average Saving in Türkiye
vs U.S. self-pay pulmonology
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Lung cancer — medical oncology, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, chemotherapy
Pulmonary hypertension, cor pulmonale, and cardiopulmonary conditions
Robotic VATS and minimally invasive thoracic surgery
Lung transplant coordination for end-stage pulmonary disease
Sleep disorders, neuromuscular respiratory failure, and breathing-related sleep studies
Every hospital is individually vetted for international accreditation, specialist credentials, and patient outcome standards before Sultan GHC refers a single patient.
India
Gurugram, Delhi NCR · 1,600+ Beds
India
Chennai · 400+ Beds
India
Chennai & Pan-India · 10,000+ Beds
India
Gurugram, Delhi NCR · 310 Beds
Türkiye
Istanbul · 200+ Beds
Türkiye
Istanbul & Ankara · 300+ Beds
Türkiye
Istanbul · 400+ Beds
Bronchoscopy in the U.S. costs $3,000–$8,000 (FAIR Health 2024). In India at a JCI hospital: $200–$600 including sedation and pathology — a 90–93% saving. EBUS-TBNA for lymph node sampling: $500–$1,500 India vs $5,000–$12,000 U.S.
Yes. VATS lobectomy and wedge resection are performed at Apollo, Medanta, and Fortis by fellowship-trained thoracic surgeons. VATS lobectomy costs $7,000–$16,000 in India vs $50,000–$120,000 in the U.S. Recovery and complication profiles are equivalent.
Yes. Partner hospitals offer full IPF management including antifibrotic therapy (pirfenidone and nintedanib as CDSCO-approved generics), HRCT staging, PFTs, DLCO, and multidisciplinary ILD board review. Lung transplant evaluation is also available at select centers.
Travel feasibility is assessed individually. Sultan GHC's medical team reviews your FEV1, 6MWT, current O2 requirements, and recent exacerbation history before advising. Most airlines accommodate supplemental oxygen with advance notice. Your Case Manager coordinates oxygen logistics for the journey.
Single lung transplant in the U.S. costs $400,000–$600,000. In India: $40,000–$70,000. Sultan GHC connects patients with specialized lung transplant centers based on diagnosis and candidacy criteria.
Overnight polysomnography (PSG) in the U.S. costs $1,000–$3,500 for self-pay patients. In India at a dedicated sleep lab: $150–$500. CPAP titration studies are similarly priced.
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