Understand your options with specialist assessment and coordinated support in Istanbul.
Considering gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, or another approach to weight management? VIPmedi helps you connect with the relevant specialists at our partner hospitals in Turkey, understand the proposed care, and plan your visit.
Treatment suitability is confirmed by the hospital’s clinical team. Results vary, and surgery requires lasting changes to eating, supplements, and follow-up.
Obesity is a chronic condition influenced by biology, health, environment, and daily habits. Seeking treatment is a medical decision that deserves respectful, individual attention.
Metabolic and bariatric surgery changes the digestive system to support weight loss and improve some health conditions associated with obesity. An appropriate plan may also include nutritional care, physical activity, psychological support, and prescribed medication.
You do not need to decide on an operation before contacting us. Start with what you would like help with, and we can discuss the next step towards specialist assessment.
These treatments work differently. The hospital team recommends an approach after reviewing your health, previous treatment, and ability to continue follow-up.
Sleeve gastrectomy removes a large part of the stomach, leaving a narrower stomach. It reduces capacity and affects signals involved in hunger and fullness.
The removed stomach cannot be restored. Acid reflux can develop or worsen, so existing reflux is important to discuss before choosing this operation.
Discuss gastric sleeve surgery →This operation creates a small stomach pouch and changes the route food takes through the small intestine. It affects food intake, digestion, and metabolic signalling.
Nutrient deficiencies, ulcers, dumping symptoms, and other complications need discussion. Lifelong supplements and clinical monitoring are part of care.
Ask about gastric bypass →Often called mini gastric bypass, OAGB creates a stomach pouch with one connection to the small intestine. The bypassed section changes how food and nutrients are processed.
“Mini” does not mean minor surgery. Bile reflux and nutritional problems are important considerations, and further treatment may sometimes be required.
Discuss bypass options →A temporary balloon occupies space inside the stomach and can support a structured weight-management programme. It does not involve removing the stomach or bypassing the intestine.
Placement, duration, and removal depend on the device. Nausea, vomiting, and dehydration can occur; serious complications are also possible.
Ask about balloon treatment →Specialist care may combine dietitian support, sustainable activity, behavioural care, and prescription medication when appropriate. It can be considered on its own or alongside other treatment.
Medicines need individual prescribing, monitoring, and a plan for continued access at home. Their effects and side effects vary; ongoing treatment may be needed.
Explore medical weight management →If you have had previous bariatric treatment, a specialist review may help assess weight recurrence, reflux, or another concern. Further surgery is only one possible option.
Revision can be more complex than a first operation. Previous operation notes, test results, and a detailed nutritional assessment help inform the decision.
Request a revision assessment →Availability varies by hospital, branch, and specialist. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and other specialised procedures require separate confirmation; they should not be assumed to be included in a standard surgery offer.
Compare the basic approaches before discussing your individual recommendation. No single option is best for everyone.
| Approach | What it changes | A key consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve | Part of the stomach is permanently removed; the intestine is not rerouted. | Existing reflux and the risk of new reflux matter when selecting treatment. |
| Roux-en-Y bypass | A small stomach pouch connects to a rerouted section of intestine. | Changed digestion and absorption require ongoing nutritional monitoring. |
| OAGB / mini bypass | A stomach pouch joins the intestine through a single connection. | Bile reflux and nutritional risks need specific discussion. |
| Gastric balloon | A temporary device occupies space in the stomach. | Confirm the exact device, planned duration, removal arrangements, and care afterwards. |
On a small screen, scroll the table sideways. This comparison is educational and does not establish eligibility.
Your reflux history, diabetes, previous abdominal surgery, medicines, nutritional status, and preferences can affect the recommendation. Ask the specialist to explain suitable alternatives, including non-surgical care, and what would happen if you decided not to proceed.
Assessment considers the effects of obesity on your health, previous care, surgical risk, and the support available for recovery. Body mass index (BMI) is one part of that assessment.
The 2022 ASMBS/IFSO guidance recommends metabolic and bariatric surgery at BMI 35 or above, and for people with type 2 diabetes at BMI 30 or above. It also supports consideration at BMI 30–34.9 when non-surgical care has not produced substantial, lasting improvement.
These are international clinical recommendations, not automatic approval for treatment in Turkey. Thresholds may differ by population, and local requirements and hospital policies also apply. The treating team makes the final decision.
VIPmedi’s partners include Acıbadem, Memorial, Medical Park, Medipol, and Medicana. These hospital groups provide obesity or bariatric services within their networks.
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MedicanaThe hospital, branch or affiliated brand, surgeon, and procedure are confirmed for your case. Not every branch offers every operation, endoscopic treatment, or follow-up service.
VIPmedi coordinates your enquiry and visit. The hospital’s clinicians provide medical assessment, treatment recommendations, surgery, and clinical care.
Tell us what treatment you are considering, whether you have had bariatric surgery before, and your preferred travel period. We can discuss the appropriate hospital enquiry.
The hospital may request medical information or previous reports. Initial review helps with planning but does not replace the required examination, tests, and specialist assessment.
Review the proposed hospital, consultation schedule, estimate, and any agreed travel services. Arrange access to follow-up near home and clarify how complications would be managed.
The clinical team explains its recommendation, alternatives, risks, and preparation. Proceed only after you understand the plan and give informed consent; your visit does not commit you to surgery.
If treatment goes ahead, complete the required hospital stay and early reviews. Obtain discharge instructions, medical records, and an agreed follow-up plan before travelling home.
We help with communication and practical arrangements, while the treating team remains responsible for medical decisions.
A contact point for hospital enquiries, appointment planning, and clarifying the proposed visit. Tell us if you have a preferred partner hospital.
Discuss language support, accommodation, and transfers before booking. Any agreed services, charges, and exclusions should be recorded in writing.
We help coordinate questions about the hospital’s instructions. Remote communication supports continuity but cannot replace examinations, blood tests, or urgent local care.
Bariatric surgery costs in Turkey depend on the procedure, hospital, surgeon, investigations, medical complexity, and required stay. A gastric balloon quote should not be compared directly with a bypass or revision quote.
Contact VIPmedi to discuss your needs and request an individual estimate. The proposed treatment and cost can change if assessment identifies additional needs or shows that the original procedure is unsuitable.
Recovery is individual. Follow the hospital’s instructions for diet progression, wound care, medicines, activity, driving, and returning to work.
After surgery, eating usually progresses through prescribed stages, from liquids towards solid food. Your dietitian sets the pace, portion guidance, and protein and fluid goals. Do not advance the diet early without advice.
Expect lifelong vitamin and mineral supplementation after sleeve or bypass surgery, with regular blood tests and clinical reviews. The exact supplements and doses depend on the procedure, results, and individual needs.
Build a sustainable activity routine and seek support for eating patterns and emotional wellbeing. Weight recurrence can occur and deserves reassessment; further nutritional, medical, or surgical care may be appropriate.
Agree who will review your blood tests, monitor nutrition, adjust diabetes or blood-pressure medicines, and assess new symptoms. Keep your operation report and discharge summary available. Do not stop regular medicines or change doses without clinical advice.
A remote follow-up appointment does not cover every need. Ask how often you should be seen, which reviews need to be in person, and what to do outside normal clinic hours.
Bariatric procedures can offer substantial health benefits for suitable patients, but complications can occur in any country or hospital. Your surgeon should explain both general surgical risks and those specific to your proposed operation.
The amount and pace of weight loss vary. Some weight may return, and additional treatment may be needed. No operation guarantees a particular weight, permanent diabetes remission, or freedom from future care.
Use our Contact Us page to explain what you are considering, whether you have had bariatric treatment before, and when you hope to travel. We can discuss the relevant hospital enquiry and what information the clinical team needs next.
An initial review can help with planning, but a questionnaire, BMI figure, or previous report does not guarantee approval. The hospital must complete the necessary clinical assessment. Ask what happens to your booking and payments if surgery is delayed or not recommended.
Neither is the best choice for everyone. They change the digestive system differently and have different risks. Reflux, metabolic health, previous surgery, and nutritional needs can influence the recommendation. Ask why the surgeon recommends one approach for your case.
OAGB uses one connection between the stomach pouch and intestine, but it remains major surgery. The name does not mean minimal risk. Bile reflux, nutrient deficiencies, and the possibility of further treatment must be discussed.
No, it is temporary. Many balloons require planned endoscopic removal; other designs have different instructions. Confirm the exact device, permitted duration, removal or passage plan, and access to urgent care. Continued weight-management support matters after the balloon is gone.
Yes, medical weight management may be an option after assessment. A clinician must check suitability, interactions, risks, and the plan for continued prescribing. Medication is usually combined with nutritional and behavioural support; surgery is not the only treatment route.
Your result depends on the treatment, starting health, biological response, and ongoing care. Ask for a realistic range for comparable patients and the time period it covers. If percentages are quoted, check whether they mean total body weight or excess weight; these are different measures.
The hospital should propose a schedule covering assessment, treatment, hospital care, and early review. The actual stay may be longer. Do not assume discharge means you can fly immediately; obtain medical clearance and keep travel arrangements flexible.
After sleeve or bypass surgery, lifelong supplements and ongoing monitoring are normally required. Your team determines the supplement plan and blood-test schedule. Feeling well does not rule out a deficiency, so keep attending reviews even when your weight is stable.
It may improve blood glucose control and can lead to remission in some people, but remission is not a guaranteed cure. Diabetes can return, and monitoring remains important. Any reduction in diabetes medication must be directed by the treating clinician.
Discuss this before treatment. Pregnancy is usually postponed during the rapid weight-loss phase, and the team should advise on timing, contraception, and nutritional preparation. Pregnancy after bariatric surgery needs appropriate obstetric and nutritional follow-up.
Weight recurrence can have several causes and does not automatically mean another operation is needed. A specialist can review the original procedure, symptoms, nutrition, and medical treatment. Revision may be considered when appropriate, but it requires careful assessment.
Inclusions vary, so ask for a written breakdown. Confirm tests, hospital nights, dietitian care, supplements, reviews, travel services, and the arrangements for complications. Contact VIPmedi to request an estimate for your proposed visit.
Before travel, agree a local follow-up arrangement and obtain the treating hospital’s contact instructions. VIPmedi can help with communication, but urgent symptoms need prompt assessment where you are. Do not delay emergency care while waiting for a reply from abroad.
Tell us what you would like help with. VIPmedi can help you explore an appropriate hospital assessment and understand the practical steps before making a decision.
Use the contact page for your initial enquiry. Avoid sending identity documents or detailed medical records in the first message; ask how any requested records should be shared.
