Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey offers bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures. Laparoscopic options start at €6,700, while robotic surgery using the Da Vinci system costs €10,125. The clinic is JCI-accredited and affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
The center performs both laparoscopic and robotic weight loss surgeries. Patients can choose gastric sleeve or gastric bypass procedures. Robotic surgeries use the Da Vinci Robot for precision. The clinic does not offer Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG).
Surgical Options and Pricing
Laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery costs €6,700. The robotic version costs €10,125. Gastric bypass procedures have the same pricing structure. All packages include a 3-night hospital stay in a regular room. An accompanying person can stay with the patient at no extra charge.
Each surgical package includes several components:
- General anesthesia exam and routine tests
- Pre-operative bariatric screening package
- Doctor visits during hospitalization
- All procedure-related materials
- 3 nights accommodation with companion
The clinic also offers gastric balloon insertion for €5,500. This non-surgical option includes a 6-month balloon. Removal after 6 months costs an additional €1,300. The balloon procedure is performed under sedation in the Same Day Surgery Unit.
Surgeon Experience
Assoc. Prof. Abdulcabbar Kartal leads the bariatric surgery program. He has 2007 years of experience in general and colorectal surgery. Dr. Kartal has performed over 650 weight loss procedures. He completed a Bariatric Surgery masterclass in 2017.
Dr. Kartal is a member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery. He also belongs to the European Society of Coloproctology. His rating on patient review platforms is 4.6 stars. He offers online consultations for international patients.
Clinic Accreditations
Anadolu Medical Center holds Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. The hospital is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine. It also has a Planetree Gold Certificate for person-centered care. The facility is listed with the Organization of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) and the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
International Patient Services
The clinic provides free airport transfers for international patients. English-speaking interpreters accompany patients during all consultations. Partner hotels offer shuttle service to the hospital. The clinic assists with flight and hotel arrangements.
Medical second opinions are available within 48 hours at no charge. Certified English translations of medical reports are provided. The clinic offers teleconferences between local doctors and specialists. Follow-up care continues after patients return home.
Final costs may vary after in-person evaluation. The quoted prices do not include airfare or hotel accommodation. Payment is required before each procedure. Contact Anadolu Medical Center to receive a personalized treatment plan based on your specific medical needs.