


Keratoplasty in Booking Surgery by Global Health Services
About the clinic
Keratoplasty at Booking Surgery by Global Health Services in Istanbul, Turkey, helps patients regain vision by replacing damaged corneal tissue with a healthy donor cornea. The procedure has a 95% success rate, and the clinic operates through JCI-accredited and health tourism authorized partner hospitals. Patients benefit from a safe supply of donor tissue from the main eye banks in Istanbul and Ankara, with all corneas screened before surgery.
Advanced Transplantation Methods
The clinic offers several methods to treat conditions like keratoconus, corneal opacity, or scarring from infections. Doctors choose the specific technique based on the extent of the damage:
- Endothelial keratoplasty replaces only the innermost layer of the cornea.
- Anterior lamellar keratoplasty swaps the front layers while keeping the healthy back layer.
- Penetrating keratoplasty involves a full-thickness transplant for severe cases.
- Keratoprosthesis uses an artificial cornea if a donor transplant is not an option.
Partial transplants are preferred whenever possible. These methods carry lower risks and help patients recover faster than full-thickness surgery.
Surgical Process and Quality Standards
Surgery takes between 30 minutes and one hour for one eye. Doctors usually apply local anesthesia to the eye and surrounding area, though general anesthesia is also available. During the procedure, the surgeon removes the damaged tissue and sutures the donor cornea in place using microsurgical tools. If a patient has cataracts, the surgeon can remove them and place an intraocular lens during the same operation. The eye structure must be healthy apart from the cornea for the surgery to be effective.
Recovery and Patient Support
Vision improves gradually over the first year following the procedure. To support healing, patients must use prescribed eye drops and avoid rubbing their eyes. Strenuous activities like swimming, lifting, or cycling should be avoided during the initial recovery phase. Stitches are typically removed a few months after the operation during a follow-up visit. The surgical package includes accommodation for the patient and a companion, airport transfers, meals, and necessary post-operative medications. You can request a consultation through Bookimed to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure.
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Booking Surgery by Global Health Services: more details about the clinic
Accreditations and Achievements
Booking Surgery holds JCI and ISAPS accreditations, meeting international safety and quality standards. The organization is also accredited by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey. It only partners with facilities that have a Health Tourism Authorization Certificate. The network includes 13+ physicians, with specialists who have over 15 years of experience. Surgeons in the bariatric program have collectively performed over 20,000 weight loss procedures.
Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
The clinic focuses on laparoscopic techniques to treat obesity and related metabolic conditions. Surgeons use small-incision methods, so recovery is faster and routine drains are rarely needed. The bariatric program treats patients with a BMI of at least 28. Patients often see improvements in Type 2 Diabetes and high blood pressure within the first month. Most lose up to 90% of excess weight within one year by following nutritional guidelines.
Available weight loss procedures include:
- Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
- Mini Gastric Bypass
- Revision Bariatric Surgery
- Metabolic surgery for Type 2 Diabetes
Non-surgical slimming options are available for patients with a BMI between 28 and 30. The clinic uses silicone Intra-Gastric Balloons inflated with saline. Options include 6-month and 12-month models, such as Orbera and Medsil. The Elipse Balloon is also offered – a swallowable capsule that doesn't require endoscopy.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Booking Surgery manages a full aesthetic pathway for facial and body transformations. Care coordinators support patients from the initial inquiry through 12 months post-procedure. The surgical team includes Dr. Malik Abaci, who has over 15 years of experience. The clinic maintains a revision policy for issues occurring within the first year.
The plastic surgery department performs several specialized procedures:
- Facelift variants including full, mid-face, and endoscopic mini-lifts
- Body contouring such as liposuction and tummy tucks
- Facial aesthetics including rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty
- Breast surgery and 360° Fleur-de-Lis body lifts
- Bichectomy (Buccal Fat Removal) to sharpen facial lines
Specialized facial procedures like the Lip Lift take about one hour. Surgeons also perform Bichectomy under general or local anesthesia to enhance cheekbone definition. Post-operative care includes 24/7 support and guidance on managing initial swelling.
Cosmetic Dentistry and Other Specialties
Restorative dental services are delivered through a specialized Dental Clinic within the network. The team provides Hollywood Smile planning, including gum contouring and placement of crowns or veneers. Options include zirconium crowns, E-max crowns, and laminate veneers. The clinic also coordinates keratoplasty (cornea transplantation) for patients with corneal damage or eye injuries.
International Patient Services
Booking Surgery provides all-inclusive medical travel packages for international visitors. Multilingual coordinators handle scheduling, medical evaluations, and 24/7 support in the patient's language. VIP airport transfers are included for all patients. Accommodations are arranged in partnered hotels or private hospital rooms.
The standard hospital stay for bariatric patients is three nights and four days. Patients may bring a companion at no extra cost, and free daily meals are provided. Post-operative care includes follow-ups until the patient is ready to fly home. The team monitors recovery milestones – for example, walking within two hours after weight loss surgery.
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Beyaz Plaza, Pınartepe, Yavuz Sultan Selim Blv. Bina No: 6 Daire No: 20 Kat:2, 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Türkiye
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