Dr. Huseyin Sinan has performed 900+ bariatric procedures with _doctor_10217_years_ of experience, specializing in robotic-assisted surgeries using the Da Vinci system. The all-inclusive package may cost around $3,060, typically covering the procedure, 4-day hospitalization with companion, pre-op diagnostics, and 2 nights post-op hotel stay. Dr. Sinan trained at the University of Washington and holds IFSO membership. The JCI-accredited hospital offers both robotic and laparoscopic approaches.
Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital is a JCI-accredited private medical center in Istanbul. It treats 10,000+ patients each year. Core specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, spinal surgery, and weight loss surgery.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burcin Batman has performed 1,100+ bariatric procedures over _doctor_4319_years_, specializing in robotic-assisted surgery. The Da Vinci gastric sleeve package may cost around $4,230 – typically covering the procedure, 2 nights hospitalization with companion meals, 4 nights hotel stay, transfers, and 1-year dietitian follow-up. Dr. Batman holds memberships in Turkish Surgery Association and World Obesity Association. Hisar Hospital is JCI-accredited with international safety standards.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Memorial Şişli Hospital is Turkey's first JCI-accredited facility with over _doctor_571_years_ in robotic surgery expertise, including Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve procedures that may cost around $3,100–$4,000. The clinic operates 13 advanced robotic surgery suites and has treated patients from 167 countries, combining precision technology with a 90% organ transplant success rate.
Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers, operating on a 53,000 m² area with 252 beds, 13 operating rooms, and advanced intensive care units. Opened in 2000, it became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming world-class standards.
\n\nThe hospital is recognized for its expertise in oncology, organ and bone marrow transplantation (90% organ transplant success rate), IVF, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and genetics. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized centers, Memorial Şişli attracts patients from 167 countries each year, combining top-level medical care with Istanbul’s unique cultural and travel opportunities.
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Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). Anadolu Medical Center's affiliation with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the best medical facilities in the USA.
\n\nOncology, hematology-oncology, urology, neurosurgery, women's health, IVF, and check-up are the leading specialties at Anadolu Hospital.
\n\nThe medical center is among the Top 10 hospitals in the world, according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), an international organization that promotes high standards of health care for medical tourists.
\n\nPatients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Nigeria choose Anadolu Medical Center.
\n\nThe Anadolu Medical Center is a highly regarded medical facility located on the coast of the Marble Sea. It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The staff is polite, attentive, and responsive to patients' needs. Highly trained and skilled doctors are available for comprehensive examinations and treatments, and the recovery room is bright and comfortable, with a beautiful view. Patients have benefited from the services of an excellent translator, Elmira, and the support of coordinators Zakhida, Bakhtygul, and Amina. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away. Anadolu Medical Center is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery.
\n\nGrand Clinic holds a 91% patient recommendation rating and uses the Da Vinci robotic system for enhanced surgical precision. The package costs around $5,100, which covers the robotic procedure, VIP transfers, and a 2-night hotel stay with breakfast. The surgical team uses absorbable cosmetic stitches to help minimize scarring. This program includes a night of hospital stay plus follow-up checks at the clinic. Dr. Mesut leads the team, performing pre-op evaluations and post-op care in Istanbul.
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\n\nGrand Clinic is a clinic that draws on the academic knowledge and experience of Turkey and provides diagnostic and treatment services in the departments of general hospitals with the help of its experienced medical staff.
\n\nGrand Clinic doctors believe that looking great and feeling great are one and the same, so they take a holistic approach to everything they do.
\n\nThe clinic employs experienced specialists and medical and administrative staff who accompany patients throughout the medical journey, as well as help with travel planning, hotel reservations and transfers.
\n\nGrand Clinic knows that guaranteeing patients the safety of procedures, ensuring the quality of procedures and satisfaction with the work of doctors is very important, therefore the clinic staff strives for true honesty, transparency and decency.
\n\nGrand Clinic serves only adults. 450 patients choose Grand Clinic to get medical care every year. Patients from Europe, Latin America and the USA visit the clinic most often.
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Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital, certified by TÜV Hessen. It holds JCI and ISO accreditation and treats over 300,000 patients each year. Its strongest specialty is orthopedics, with the first EOS device in Turkey for low-dose imaging.
Assoc. Prof. Yaşar Özdenkaya brings 28 years of bariatric surgery experience with 44 published scientific works. The clinic uses the latest Da Vinci Xi robotic system for smaller incisions and faster recovery. The all-inclusive package may cost around $4,500, typically covering surgery, 2-3 nights' stay, pre-op tests, and multidisciplinary consultations. Medipol Mega University Hospital holds JCI accreditation with 810 beds and 25 operating theaters.
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CE International Hospital specializes in Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery with a dedicated weight loss surgery program. Dr. Atilla Hacılar, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with _doctor_5958_years_ of experience, leads the surgical team with training from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. The clinic handles 12,000 patients annually, including international cases. The procedure is performed using the advanced da Vinci robotic system for precision and minimal invasiveness.
CE International Hospital is a multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul. It specializes in plastic surgery, hair transplants, dental care, and weight loss surgery. The clinic holds multiple Bookimed Patient Choice awards and IFSO certification. It treats 12,000 patients yearly from Europe, the Middle East, and the CIS.
Prof. Cemalettin Aydın has _doctor_7666_years_ specializing in bariatric surgery, performing Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeves with academic precision. The $5,000 package typically covers robotic surgery, 3-day hospitalization, pre-op tests, and _doctor_7666_years_ of dietitian follow-up. As a professor at Inönü University, he brings academic expertise to Medipol's modern facility equipped with Da Vinci systems.
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital is a JCI-accredited multispecialty hospital, the 11th in the Medipol Education and Health Group. It specializes in medical oncology, orthopedics, gynecology, and weight loss surgery. The hospital uses the da Vinci robot system for advanced surgeries.
Emsey Hospital offers Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery using advanced robotic technology for precise and minimally invasive procedures. The surgery typically costs around $45,100–$49,900. The hospital holds ISO and JCI accreditations, ensuring high standards of care for international patients.
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Optimed International Hospital is accredited by the American Accreditation Commission International and serves over 200,000 patients every year. Its Obesity and Metabolic Surgery department provides surgical solutions for morbid obesity and related conditions like Type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
Optimed International Hospital is an AACI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey. It treats over 200,000 patients each year. Its strongest specialties include neurosurgery, oncology, and nuclear medicine.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental has performed 4,000+ weight loss procedures, including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon interventions, at its JCI-accredited facility.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Specializes in Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive training in laparoscopic and bariatric procedures.
Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). Anadolu Medical Center's affiliation with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the best medical facilities in the USA.
\n\nOncology, hematology-oncology, urology, neurosurgery, women's health, IVF, and check-up are the leading specialties at Anadolu Hospital.
\n\nThe medical center is among the Top 10 hospitals in the world, according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), an international organization that promotes high standards of health care for medical tourists.
\n\nPatients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Nigeria choose Anadolu Medical Center.
\n\nThe Anadolu Medical Center is a highly regarded medical facility located on the coast of the Marble Sea. It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The staff is polite, attentive, and responsive to patients' needs. Highly trained and skilled doctors are available for comprehensive examinations and treatments, and the recovery room is bright and comfortable, with a beautiful view. Patients have benefited from the services of an excellent translator, Elmira, and the support of coordinators Zakhida, Bakhtygul, and Amina. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away. Anadolu Medical Center is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery.
\n\nPerformed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – leading expert in robotic gastric sleeve surgery.
Dr. Cengiz Dibekoglu performed the first robotic general surgery operation in Turkey. He is a specialist in laparoscopy and robotic procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Dibekoglu focuses on colorectal, gastrointestinal, and weight loss surgeries. He trained at Marmara University and Istanbul University.
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital, certified by TÜV Hessen. It holds JCI and ISO accreditation and treats over 300,000 patients each year. Its strongest specialty is orthopedics, with the first EOS device in Turkey for low-dose imaging.
Dr. Burcin Batman is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has participated in 1,000+ obesity and metabolic surgery cases. Dr. Batman is an Associate Professor and former faculty member at Istinye University. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic procedures for weight loss and hernias.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Dr. Volkan Turunc is the Kidney Transplant Center Responsible Specialist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in kidney and liver transplantation alongside laparoscopic general surgery. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its 90% organ transplant success rate. Dr. Turunc holds dual expertise in both renal and hepatic transplant procedures.
Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers, operating on a 53,000 m² area with 252 beds, 13 operating rooms, and advanced intensive care units. Opened in 2000, it became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming world-class standards.
\n\nThe hospital is recognized for its expertise in oncology, organ and bone marrow transplantation (90% organ transplant success rate), IVF, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and genetics. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized centers, Memorial Şişli attracts patients from 167 countries each year, combining top-level medical care with Istanbul’s unique cultural and travel opportunities.
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\n\nDr. Tekelioglu is known for his work in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. These techniques help patients recover faster and with fewer complications. He has performed many successful surgeries in his areas of focus and holds accreditation from leading medical boards. His dedication to quality care is shown in his strong surgical results and high patient satisfaction.
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Dr. Cemalettin Aydin is a professor of general surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastroenterology surgery and complex weight loss procedures. He completed a prestigious fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at the Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital is a JCI-accredited multispecialty hospital, the 11th in the Medipol Education and Health Group. It specializes in medical oncology, orthopedics, gynecology, and weight loss surgery. The hospital uses the da Vinci robot system for advanced surgeries.
Dr. Huseyin Sinan is a board-certified general surgeon at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in metabolic and morbid obesity surgery. He completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Sinan has held leadership roles in both military and civilian health sectors.
Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital is a JCI-accredited private medical center in Istanbul. It treats 10,000+ patients each year. Core specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, spinal surgery, and weight loss surgery.
The package is performed at the Anadolu Medical Center, a Johns Hopkins-affiliated hospital delivering US standards. Associate Professor Abdulcabbar Kartal, an American College of Surgeons Fellow, performs the robotic procedure with the Da Vinci Xi system. This comprehensive care package, at around _offer_price_, covers specialized pre-op screening including consultations with an endocrinologist and pulmonologist, along with ECG and echocardiography. The JCI-accredited clinic provides three hospital nights, partner accommodation, and airport transfers.
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Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). Anadolu Medical Center's affiliation with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the best medical facilities in the USA.
\n\nOncology, hematology-oncology, urology, neurosurgery, women's health, IVF, and check-up are the leading specialties at Anadolu Hospital.
\n\nThe medical center is among the Top 10 hospitals in the world, according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), an international organization that promotes high standards of health care for medical tourists.
\n\nPatients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Nigeria choose Anadolu Medical Center.
\n\nThe Anadolu Medical Center is a highly regarded medical facility located on the coast of the Marble Sea. It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The staff is polite, attentive, and responsive to patients' needs. Highly trained and skilled doctors are available for comprehensive examinations and treatments, and the recovery room is bright and comfortable, with a beautiful view. Patients have benefited from the services of an excellent translator, Elmira, and the support of coordinators Zakhida, Bakhtygul, and Amina. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away. Anadolu Medical Center is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery.
\n\nThe Gastric Sleeve Surgery reduces stomach size, controlling food intake for weight loss. It's less invasive with quicker recovery periods.
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