Roux-en-Y gastric bypass at the Professor Dr. Samet Yardımcı Clinic in Istanbul, Turkey, is a specialized weight loss surgery performed using minimally invasive techniques. Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı leads the clinic with over 20 years of experience in metabolic and bariatric surgery. The procedure helps patients lose weight by reducing the stomach size and changing how the body absorbs calories.
Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a highly trained gastrointestinal surgeon who studied at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA. He holds the SRC Master Surgeon certification and was the youngest gastrointestinal surgeon in Turkey in 2012. He performs the bypass laparoscopically, which means using small incisions rather than one large opening. This method helps reduce scarring and allows for a faster return to daily activities.
The clinic offers three main types of gastric bypass to meet different patient needs:
During the surgery, the doctor creates a small stomach pouch about 15 to 30 ml in size. This new pouch is about the size of a thumb. The surgeon then bypasses about 95% of the stomach and the upper part of the small intestine. Because the new stomach is so small, patients feel full after eating only a few spoonfuls of food. This physical restriction combined with reduced calorie absorption leads to significant weight loss.
Before surgery, every patient undergoes a detailed health check. These tests include a complete abdominal ultrasound, blood work, and an upper endoscopy while under anesthesia. The medical team also performs chest X-rays and heart tests like an EKG to check patient safety. Most people stay in the hospital for 2 to 3 days after the operation. Most patients can return to their normal routine within 1 to 2 weeks.
After the surgery, the diet progresses slowly from clear liquids to soft solids over several weeks. Patients must take vitamins such as B12, iron, and calcium for life to stay healthy. This procedure is generally for individuals with a BMI of 40 or higher, or those with a BMI of 35 who also have health issues like type 2 diabetes or sleep apnea. You can request a consultation through Bookimed to learn if this surgery is right for you.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass | $7000 - $10000 | |
| Gastric bypass | Price on request | |
| Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) | Price on request | |
| Gastric balloon | Price on request |
Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a specialist in obesity and metabolic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and general surgery
After completing his primary and secondary education in Antakya, he was admitted to Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 to begin his medical education. In 2003, the same year he graduated from medical school, he passed the medical specialization exam and started his General Surgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.
Between 2008 and 2009, he received training in cancer surgery and organ transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann Hospitals in Houston, USA. Upon returning to Turkey, he ranked first in the nationwide subspecialty exam for general surgeons in 2009. Following this achievement, he completed his Gastrointestinal Surgery (digestive system surgery) training at Turkey High Specialization Hospital between 2009 and 2012.
In 2012, he became Turkey’s youngest Gastrointestinal Surgeon and was appointed to Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital. Between 2012 and 2018, he lectured to medical students at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine and general surgery residents, actively participated in various training programs for patients and surgeons, and worked in advanced laparoscopic surgery, obesity, and metabolic surgery. Additionally, he played an active role in establishing organ transplantation and inflammatory bowel disease surgery units. In March 2017, he was awarded the title of Associate Professor after successfully passing the examination.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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