Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) in Istanbul — get 3 top clinic matches with costs

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.

The 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.

Dr. Huseyin Sinan has performed 900+ endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty procedures over 16 years, with fellowship training at University of Washington. The premium ESG package may cost around $3,060 – typically covering the procedure, 4-day hospital stay, 2 nights hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, and full pre-op diagnostics. The JCI-accredited hospital maintains a 4.8/5 rating with specialized metabolic surgery units. Dr. Sinan holds IFSO membership and focuses exclusively on obesity treatments.

Dr. Vahit Mutluu has performed 900+ endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty procedures with 13 years of experience of specialized experience. The procedure typically costs around $8,500–$16,500, covering the surgery, 3-5 nights hospital stay, hotel accommodation, transfers, and interpreter support. Memorial Ataşehir Hospital holds JCI accreditation – Turkey's first internationally certified facility. The clinic offers comprehensive post-op care including diet planning and year-long follow-up.

Assoc. Prof. Abdulcabbar Kartal has performed 650+ bariatric procedures over 19 years of experience, specializing in robotic and laparoscopic techniques. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy typically costs around $6,290, including 3 nights' stay, pre-op screening, and post-op care. The Johns Hopkins-affiliated clinic offers robotic options using Da Vinci technology. Prof. Kartal completed advanced bariatric training in 2017 at a European masterclass, and the JCI-accredited facility follows international standards.

Prof. Dr. Halil Alis brings 34 years of experience of surgical experience with 900+ procedures performed, specializing in endoscopic bariatric techniques. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty at VM Medical Park Florya may cost around $11,500 – typically covering surgeon fees, 3 nights' stay, pre-op tests, medications and transfers. As Medical Director, Prof. Alis maintains SAGES and IFSO memberships and has authored 74 scientific publications. The university-affiliated facility operates 13 specialized ORs within Turkey's Medical Park hospital network.