Turan Turan Health Group is a robotic surgery and orthopedic center in Bursa, Turkey, with over 25 years of experience. It specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. The clinic treats around 18,000 patients each year.
Turan Turan Health Group is a robotic surgery and orthopedic center in Bursa, Turkey, with over 25 years of experience. It specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. The clinic treats around 18,000 patients each year.
The clinic offers gastric balloon placement with an all-inclusive package typically around $8,930–8,800, covering airport transfers, 7 nights accommodation, preoperative tests, and medications. Estetik International Bursa features 3D modeling technology for surgery prediction and is part of a network founded in 1999. The facility has 3 operating theaters and is located 30-40 minutes from the Sea of Marmara.
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Medicana Bursa Hospital offers gastric balloon placement with all-inclusive care for around $1,910 – covering preoperative tests, the endoscopic procedure, medications, and post-procedure monitoring. The hospital operates under Medicana International Health Group standards with 300 beds and 8 operating rooms. General Surgeon Op.Dr. Ersoy TAŞPINAR personally evaluates each case.
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Private Medicabil Hospital is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Bursa. It specializes in orthopedics, neurosurgery, weight loss surgery, and medical check-ups. The hospital is affiliated with Ranawat Orthopaedics Center and is an AOSpine Europe education center.
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Dr. Hasan Ofluoglu is a general surgeon at Private Medicabil Hospital in Bursa. He focuses on obesity and metabolic surgery, thyroid surgery, and breast procedures. He performs specialized treatments like stomach botox and gastric balloon insertion. Dr. Ofluoglu has published many articles in national and international scientific journals.
Private Medicabil Hospital is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Bursa. It specializes in orthopedics, neurosurgery, weight loss surgery, and medical check-ups. The hospital is affiliated with Ranawat Orthopaedics Center and is an AOSpine Europe education center.
Turan Turan Health Group is a robotic surgery and orthopedic center in Bursa, Turkey, with over 25 years of experience. It specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. The clinic treats around 18,000 patients each year.
Turan Turan Health Group is a robotic surgery and orthopedic center in Bursa, Turkey, with over 25 years of experience. It specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. The clinic treats around 18,000 patients each year.
Day 1 - Arrival
\nDay 2 - Pre-Operation
\nDay 3 - Operation Day
\nDay 4 - Post-Operation
\nDay 5 - Departure
\nWeek 1 - Rehabilitation
\nWeek 2 and onwards
\nPlease note: This plan may vary depending on individual health conditions and the recommendations of the surgeon.
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