A Consett mum who was left stuck in Turkey after insurers refused to pay out for her emergency brain tumour surgery has finally been able to return home.
Lisa Robinson, 44, underwent life-saving surgery last month after being diagnosed with a brain tumour and a bleed on the brain while on a solo trip to Antalya. The mum-of-two became suddenly unwell after arriving at the Magic Smile Turkey clinic for a consultation on dental implants on Friday, June 24 and was taken to hospital.
Lisa was given just a 25% chance of survival but after undergoing an emergency 13-hour surgery went on to amaze doctors at the Anadolu Hastanesi Hospital with her progress. The mental health nurse said she was "lucky to be alive" but is now facing a second battle to raise £50,000 to cover the costs of her care.
