Gastric balloon in Prof. Furkan Karabekmez's Aesthetic Surgery Clinic
About the clinic
Gastric balloon insertion is a non-surgical weight loss procedure offered at Prof. Furkan Karabekmez's Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Ankara, Turkey. The clinic specializes in aesthetic and plastic surgery with a strong focus on patient comfort and safety. Prof. Karabekmez brings 24 years of experience and Mayo Clinic fellowship training to this procedure.
About the Procedure
The gastric balloon procedure involves inserting a soft silicone balloon into the stomach through endoscopy. This helps patients feel fuller faster, reducing food intake. The procedure typically takes less than 30 minutes and requires no hospital stay.
What's Included
- Consultation and examination
- 3D simulation when applicable
- 5-star hotel accommodation
- Airport transfers and clinic transportation
- 24/7 nurse support line
Doctor's Expertise
Prof. Karabekmez has performed over 1,100 procedures in his 24-year career. He holds specialized training from the Mayo Clinic and certification from the European Board of Plastic Surgery. His clinic maintains a 4.5/5 patient rating with 91% recommendation rate.
The total recommended stay in Turkey is 5 days for this procedure. Patients receive follow-up care coordination before leaving, including access to a 24/7 nurse hotline for post-procedure questions. The clinic offers virtual consultations with 3D simulations to help patients understand expected outcomes.
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Prof. Furkan Karabekmez's Aesthetic Surgery Clinic: more details about the clinic
Located in Ankara, Furkan Karabekmez Private Clinic continues a 26-year surgical journey that began at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and advanced through the Mayo Clinic (USA), University of Münster (Germany), and Al Haya Hospital (Saudi Arabia).
Since 2021, the clinic has treated 1,800+ aesthetic and reconstructive patients, performing 450 primary operations annually with a <1% major complication rate and a 97% “worth-it” score on Bookimed.
Scientific Backbone
- 39 peer-reviewed publications (PubMed®) – techniques developed in-house.
- 169 international presentations – teaching other surgeons.
- EBOPRAS & Turkish Board certified, SCFHS licensed, FEBOBRAS fellow.
- Reviewer for Frontiers in Surgery and Mevlana Medical Science Journal.
Key Metrics (2021–2024)
The clinic consistently surpasses national averages. Infection rates are 0.3% (national 2–4%), revision rates 2.1% (national 8–15%), and DVT/PE events 0% (national 0.5–1%). Patient satisfaction averages 96.8% (national 85–88%). General anesthesia for primary rhinoplasty averages 94 minutes (national 120–150 min), and patients undergoing breast augmentation typically return to social life in 4.8 days (national 7–10 days).
Signature Procedures (2024)
- Rhinoplasty (open/closed) – 210 cases.
- Breast surgery (augmentation, lift, reduction) – 135 cases.
- VASER/PAL liposuction, tummy tuck – 120 cases.
- Orthognathic surgery and facial osteotomies – 25 cases.
- Blepharoplasty, temporal/eyebrow lift, otoplasty – 235 cases.
- Full-face rejuvenation with stem-cell-enriched fat – 60 cases.
Technology & Techniques
- 3D Crisalix simulation – see results before surgery.
- VASER & PAL liposuction – 47% less bruising, 29% faster recovery.
- Rapid-recovery anesthesia – 95% walk 3 hours post-op.
- Closed-system fat grafting – >60% survival.
- Minimally invasive procedures: thread lift, PRP, fillers, radiofrequency therapy, youth vaccines.
Patient Feedback
“My breathing improved significantly, and the dorsum is still cute.” – A.G.
“0.3% infection rate convinced me. My abdominoplasty incision looked like a red thread by week 3.” – S.Y.
Pricing & Logistics
- Fixed quotes after virtual consultation + 3D simulation. No hidden fees.
- 50-minute airport transfer, same-day exams, hospital labs, next-day surgery.
- 24/7 nurse line, translation in 7 languages.
Ethical Pledge
The clinic does not operate on patients <18 (unless specific cases), BMI >35 without clearance, or active BDD. Max two major procedures per anesthesia.
Patients will get
- Personalized surgical plan.
- Fixed package price.
- Recovery timeline.
Prof. Dr. Furkan Erol Karabekmez personally signs all plans.
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Farilya İş Merkezi, Kızılırmak, Ufuk Ünv. Cd No: 8 Kat:3, 06510 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye
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