Prof. Özlem Çakır specializes in bariatric endoscopy with _doctor_8000_years_ of experience and advanced training in Korea and Brazil. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty may cost around $17,750 – typically covering hospitalization, nursing care, meals, and follow-up visits. The JCI-accredited hospital offers a patient-focused environment with single-room stays and companion accommodation. Prof. Çakır holds certifications in advanced endoscopic techniques and has published 30+ research papers.
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.
Prof. Dr. Halil Alis brings _doctor_5175_years_ of experience with 900+ successful endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty procedures. The $18,820 package typically covers surgery, 1-3 nights hospital stay, 4 nights hotel accommodation, preoperative tests, and all medical fees. As a colorectal surgeon specializing in obesity management, he trained at Istanbul University and holds memberships in SAGES, EAES, and IFSO. Valued Med Hub Hospitals holds Turkish Medical Association accreditation with high patient satisfaction ratings.
Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty center in Istanbul. It has 100 doctors across 20 departments. The clinic treats adults and children in neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and transplantology and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.
Assoc. Prof. Yaşar Özdenkaya brings _doctor_488_years_ of bariatric surgery experience, specializing in endoscopic and robotic procedures. The ESG package may cost around $6,470 – typically covering surgery, anesthesia, 1-3 days hospital stay, and doctor examinations. Medipol Mega University Hospital holds JCI Academic Accreditation with 810 beds and advanced endoscopic technology. The endoscopic approach allows suture plication through the mouth with minimal pain and faster recovery.
Medipol Mega University Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital complex. It is one of Turkey's largest multi-specialty medical centers. The hospital sees over a million patients annually and specializes in oncology, neurology, cardiovascular care, transplants, and IVF.
Dr. Umit Naci Karacal brings _doctor_9946_years_ of plastic surgery experience with 900+ procedures performed. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty may cost around $15,880 – typically covering surgery, 3 days hospital stay, 5-star hotel accommodation, diagnostics, consultations, and VIP transfers. The JCI-accredited Memorial Ankara Hospital follows international safety standards. Dr. Karacal trained at Hacettepe University and held professor positions for over two decades.
Memorial Ankara Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital and part of Turkey's largest private hospital network. It specializes in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, medical oncology, and orthopedics.
Central Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, treating about 138,000 patients annually since 1994. Its main specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spinal surgery for both adults and children. The hospital network draws patients from CIS countries, Europe, and the Balkans.
Central Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, treating about 138,000 patients annually since 1994. Its main specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spinal surgery for both adults and children. The hospital network draws patients from CIS countries, Europe, and the Balkans.
Dr. Hakan Evruke has performed 1,100+ weight loss procedures over _doctor_7247_years_, specializing in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. The all-inclusive package may cost around $4,410, covering surgery, 2 nights hospital stay, 4 nights in a 5-star hotel, transfers, consultations, and 1-year follow-up care. The clinic maintains a 4.7/5 rating with 100% patient recommendation.
Private Çevre Hospital is a multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul that treats over 4,300 patients yearly. It specializes in dental work, plastic surgery, and weight loss procedures. Holds ISO certification and a government permit for international patients.
Prof. Yılmaz Bilgiç specializes in scarless weight loss procedures using the Apollo ESG device. With _doctor_7981_years_ of gastroenterology experience and advanced training from South Korea, he offers endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty with meticulous care. The VIP package typically costs around $8,000 – covering the procedure, 1-day hospital stay, 2-day hotel, transfers, and nutritional support. Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital operates with advanced technology and 32-language support.
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.
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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.
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Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty center in Istanbul. It has 100 doctors across 20 departments. The clinic treats adults and children in neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and transplantology and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.
Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine and Metabolism Institute – Dr. Kankaya specializes in general surgery with advanced experience in metabolic interventions.
Dr. Burak Kankaya is a general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a clinical observership at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Endocrine Surgery in the USA. Dr. Kankaya specialized in surgery at the Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. He also studied medicine at the Universita Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II in Italy.
Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty center in Istanbul. It has 100 doctors across 20 departments. The clinic treats adults and children in neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and transplantology and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.
Dr. Servet Tali has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric surgeries, specializing in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty at Central Hospital.
Dr. Servet Tali is a bariatric surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He specializes in weight loss procedures and metabolic management for diabetes. Dr. Tali consults with more than 1,000 patients annually.
Central Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, treating about 138,000 patients annually since 1994. Its main specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spinal surgery for both adults and children. The hospital network draws patients from CIS countries, Europe, and the Balkans.
Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic is a gastroenterologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and complex liver disorders. Dr. Bilgic completed specialized endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He also finished a training course on ERCP at the Olympus Training Center in Germany.
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Dr. Yasar Ozdenkaya is a general surgeon specializing in obesity treatment at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He performs bariatric procedures using the da Vinci robotic system. This robot helps improve surgical precision. Dr. Ozdenkaya treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.
Medipol Mega University Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital complex. It is one of Turkey's largest multi-specialty medical centers. The hospital sees over a million patients annually and specializes in oncology, neurology, cardiovascular care, transplants, and IVF.
Dr. Hakan Evruke is a general surgeon at Private Çevre Hospital in Istanbul. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He later completed a master’s degree at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Evruke focuses on surgical solutions for a wide range of medical needs.
Private Çevre Hospital is a multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul that treats over 4,300 patients yearly. It specializes in dental work, plastic surgery, and weight loss procedures. Holds ISO certification and a government permit for international patients.
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Memorial Ankara Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital and part of Turkey's largest private hospital network. It specializes in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, medical oncology, and orthopedics.
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| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| Visa | is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit |
| Time difference with Europe | 3 hours |
| Time difference with the USA | 8 hours |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
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What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
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In Turkey, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
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