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How Much Does Metabolic surgery Cost in Turkey?

Metabolic surgery in Turkey typically costs from $4,900 to $7,700. The final price depends on the specific surgical technique, clinic accreditation level, and the patient’s body mass index. In the US, patients pay around $28,500 on average, while Turkey offers savings of approximately 78%. Most packages include preoperative tests, surgeon fees, medications, and VIP transfers between the airport and clinic.

  • Robotic-assisted surgery: Typically adds 20-30% to the cost of standard laparoscopic procedures.
  • Revision surgery: Generally carries a premium over initial surgeries due to increased complexity.
  • Premium hospital stays: Packages at JCI-accredited facilities in Istanbul often include 5-star hotel recovery.
  • Ankara and Antalya: Major medical hubs offering metabolic treatments alongside the primary center of Istanbul.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a clinic with high-volume specialists offers the best value. Dr. Yahya Ozel at Estexper Clinic performed Turkey's first laparoscopic metabolic surgery in 2009. Packages here start around $4,600 and include consultations with five different specialists. This multidisciplinary approach at a lower price point ensures comprehensive care that matches the quality of high-end Memorial Health Group facilities.

Key Benefits
  • Get metabolic surgery in Turkey at 60-75% less than in the USA and UK.
  • Available options: gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding.
  • Free consultation with a specialist to determine the most suitable weight loss surgery for you.
  • 100% data protection and confidentiality guarantee.
  • Exclusive deals from trusted Turkish clinics from $4,600.
TurkeyThe UKThe USA
Metabolic surgeryfrom $4,941from $18,000from $22,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of April 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 45 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

Metabolic surgery Packages in Turkey — April 2026

Procedure type
Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
4.8
(180 reviews)

Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital

Clinic is certified:
Diabetes Surgery with Dietician Support & Full Cardiac Screening — Hotel, Full Board & Transfers Included

Dr Huseyin Sinan has performed 900+ metabolic surgeries over 16 years, specializing in laparoscopic approaches. The gastric sleeve package may cost around $3,060 – typically covering surgery, 4 days hospitalization, pre-op exams, medications, and 2 nights hotel stay. Dr Sinan trained at Gulhane Military Medical Academy and completed laparoscopic surgery training at the University of Washington. The JCI-accredited hospital provides VIP transfers and interpreter services.

Estexper Clinic
Yahya Ozel

Yahya Ozel

Turkey, Istanbul
31 years of experience
12000 treatments

Estexper Clinic

Metabolic Surgery by Surgeon with 2,500+ Diabetes Surgeries — All-Inclusive Package
  • Method: Diabetes Surgery
  • Fatih Karaca took part in the first laparoscopic metabolic surgery in Turkey in 2009.
  • Estexper Clinic serves 2,600 patients annually from the USA, Canada, and Australia.
  • Included Services: Preoperative tests, consultations with specialists, chest X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiography, ECG mapping, hotel, hospitalization, airport transfers.
  • Stay Info: 3 days in the hospital, 1 day in the hotel, included in the price.

Discover the Best Metabolic surgery Clinics in Turkey: 22 Verified Options and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Turkey, Istanbul

Burcin Batman

19 years of experience • 1000+ treatments performed
accreditations :
Clinic is certified :
4.6217 reviews
diagnostics
Biochemical blood analysis $600
Consultation with a nutritionist $80
treatment
Metabolic surgery $4,155.27
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Memorial Şişli Hospital

Memorial Şişli Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic is certified :
4.7360 reviews
diagnostics
Basic check-up $500
Blood test for hormonal profile$107 - $214
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Lotus Bariatrics Clinic

Lotus Bariatrics Clinic

Turkey, Istanbul

Kaplan Baha Temizgonul

21 years of experience
Clinic is certified :
5.015 reviews
diagnostics
Thyroid function tests (including T3, T4, TSH)$70 - $150
Blood test for hormonal profile$130 - $200
treatment
Metabolic surgery$5,771.2 - $6,463.75
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Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Vahit Mutluu

13 years of experience
Clinic is certified :
4.551 reviews
diagnostics
Biochemical blood analysis$440 - $540
Consultation with creation of treatment plan $220
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Anadolu Medical Center

Anadolu Medical Center

Turkey, Istanbul

Abdulcabbar Kartal

19 years of experience • 650+ treatments performed
accreditations :
Clinic is certified :
4.6516 reviews
diagnostics
Thyroid function tests (including T3, T4, TSH) $150
Revision of MRI results $130
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Metabolic surgery in Turkey: Your Travel Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Turkey
  • You will have a transfer arranged from the airport to your designated hotel upon landing.
  • Ensure you have all necessary documents, including medical records and any previous test results.
  • Settle into the hotel and rest after your journey.
  • Confirm the schedule for your pre-operative consultations and tests with the clinic's coordinator.
Day 2: Pre-operative Consultations and Tests
  • You should attend consultations with a cardiologist, anesthesiologist, dietitian, and endocrinologist.
  • Undergo necessary diagnostics such as ECG, gastroscopy, blood tests (general, detailed, and biochemical), and abdominal ultrasound.
  • If you are undergoing robotic diabetes surgery (SADI-S), ensure your HBA1C and C-peptide levels have been checked prior to arrival.
  • Discuss the surgical plan with your surgeon, including any specific techniques like fundectomy or loop duodenal switch.
  • Receive information about the metabolic surgery procedure, such as transit gastric resection or sleeve gastrectomy, and understand the expected outcomes.
Day 3: Final Preparation and Hospital Admission
  • Meet with the surgical team for a final briefing and review of the procedure.
  • Undergo any last-minute tests or scans if necessary.
  • You need to admit to the hospital for pre-operative preparation, including fasting from midnight if surgery is scheduled for the following day.
  • Ensure you understand post-operative care and dietary requirements.
Day 4: Surgery Day
  • Undergo the scheduled metabolic surgery, such as transit gastric resection, sleeve gastrectomy, or robotic SADI-S.
  • The procedure may involve techniques like the use of tristapler, fibrin glue, or embolic socks for safety.
  • Post-surgery, you will be monitored in the recovery room or ICU as required by your condition.
  • Start with light walking as advised by the medical team to aid recovery.
Day 5-7: Post-operative Care in Hospital
  • You will remain hospitalized for monitoring and initial recovery, usually 3 nights.
  • Receive support from dietitians to adjust to your new dietary regimen.
  • Participate in follow-up consultations to ensure there are no complications such as bleeding or leakage.
  • Start a liquid diet and gradually progress to soft foods as per medical advice.
Day 8-10: Recovery at the Hotel
  • Transfer back to the hotel for continued recovery.
  • Attend any scheduled dental procedures if included in your treatment plan.
  • Maintain contact with your dietitian and surgeon for ongoing support and advice.
  • Adhere to dietary guidelines and take prescribed medications and supplements, including protein shakes and vitamins.
Day 11: Final Check-up and Departure
  • Return to the clinic for a final check-up and clearance for travel.
  • Receive instructions for post-operative care once back home, including dietary needs and activity levels.
  • Arrange for regular online follow-ups with your surgeon and dietitian to monitor progress and address any concerns.
  • Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Post-Return Home: Ongoing Care
  • Continue with the prescribed diet and lifestyle changes to ensure successful long-term outcomes.
  • Submit blood test results every 3 months for 2 years to monitor recovery and health improvements.
  • Reach out to the clinic or your designated operational agent available online 24/7 for any questions or support.
  • Attend regular online consultations to adjust dietary plans and ensure nutritional needs are met.

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Burcin Batman

19 years of experience • 1000+ treatments performed

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 obesity and metabolic surgeries in _doctor_4319_years_, specializing in stomach sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.

  • Board-certified general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic procedures
  • One of the founding faculty members at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
  • Specializes in both surgical and endoscopic treatment options
  • Performs robotic surgeries for complex cases
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Vahit Mutluu

13 years of experience

Dr. Vahit Mutluu specializes in metabolic surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, bringing years of focused surgical expertise.

  • General surgeon with experience at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayıs University
  • Currently serves as a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • Background includes research assistant roles in general surgery
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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak

29 years of experience

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries, with over _doctor_9065_years_ of experience in the field.

  • Published 43+ articles in international peer-reviewed journals
  • Expert in bariatric and metabolic surgery techniques
  • Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for comprehensive patient care
  • Received 9 awards for exceptional work in surgery
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Mehmet Guler

34 years of experience

Professor Mehmet Guler brings over _doctor_9532_years_ of surgical expertise, specializing in metabolic procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

  • Trained in general surgery at Baskent and Ankara Numune hospitals
  • Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydin University since 2023
  • Completed advanced degrees in health law and public administration
  • Member of Turkish Surgical Association with _doctor_9532_years_ in practice

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Константин • Gastric bypass
Germany
Apr 13, 2024
Verified review.
Score 100 out of 10!!!
Khasar Clinic is the best thing I can recommend to those who have not chosen a clinic yet. It is a fine-tuned mechanism that works like clockwork!!!! Not a single question has arisen! My Dr Burcin is a professional!!! Doctor with a capital letter! Wonderful staff! Curator Maria, interpreter Mircea - you made my stay in the clinic comfortable! Thank you from the bottom of my heart to the whole friendly team of Hisar Clinic. My best recommendations!!! Score 100 out of 10!!!
The entire staff of the clinic! From the doctor to the cleaning lady
No tactgo
About Bookimed service
From start to finish they were with me. These incredible people made my stay at the clinic unforgettable!
Hisar Hospital IntercontinentalBurcin Batman
Юлия • Gastric bypass
Poland
Sep 21, 2023
Verified review.
Everything was super, I recommend this to everyone clinic 🥰
I liked everything very much, we were met at the airport, we were put up in a luxury hotel, it is located next to the hospital, it is very convenient, the next day we met at the hospital with an interpreter, we went around, we waited for all the tests and on the same day the operation was performed, the care was super, they were discharged on the third day. Everything was super, I recommend this to everyone clinic 🥰
Emsey Hospital
Алена • Gastric bypass
Germany
Jan 9, 2023
Verified review.
"He did an amazing operation a day after which I already felt as if nothing had happened
I really liked the attitude of all the staff in the clinic, starting from the translator who met me, as well as many thanks to the curator Zakhida for the operational organization. I am also very grateful to the doctor, he explained everything, answered many of my questions. He did an amazing operation a day after which I already felt as if nothing had happened
About Bookimed service
Yes thank you! Everything was great and top notch!
Anadolu Medical Center
Anonymous • Gastric bypass
Germany
Feb 5, 2024
Verified review.
I have a recommendation this hospital to everyone
Yes evrithing its correct with doktor and staff, di helpful staff one moment i Help a recommendation dis hospital to everyone thanky from you,me respekt Julian Kule
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Veri nice to Bay tickets and reservation to hotel
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Carolyn Griffith • Gastric bypass
United Kingdom
Oct 7, 2021
Verified review.
I am so glad I did
The medical team are great, the nurses and cleaning staff are fantastic and the WhatsApp helpers (mine was Maria) are always there to help. I did look at going with another company but my final decision was to go to Dr He and I am so glad I did.
About Bookimed service
I don't know who the other 2 managers were as I did not deal with them so found it hard to rate them.
Dr. HE Obesity Clinic
Amir Dzhalmukhanbetov • Gastric bypass
Kazakhstan
Feb 14, 2020
Verified review.
"Professional doctors"
A very good clinic and professional doctors, the attending physician immediately aroused confidence, in addition, it was very comfortable to stay after
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I am very pleased with the work of the care department! The coordinator of the Nursultan hospital performed a particularly professional job
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Fast Facts about Metabolic surgery

Metabolic Surgery

A surgical intervention aimed at improving metabolic conditions by altering the digestive system.

Pros: Significant weight loss, up to 60% of excess weight. Can improve or resolve type 2 diabetes in 77% of patients. Often results in long-term weight maintenance without needing constant diet adjustments.
Cons: Possible nutrient deficiencies due to altered digestion. Requires lifelong dietary supplements and regular medical follow-ups.
Effectiveness: 60% excess weight loss.
Duration: 2-4 hours
Recovery: 2-4 weeks
Best for: Patients with BMI over 40, or over 35 with obesity-related health issues.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

FAQ about Metabolic surgery in Turkey

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

What is the level of medicine in Turkey?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Turkish government. The Turkish authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 77 billion liras for healthcare annually.

As a result, 28,000 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. About 50 centers have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.

What should you know about Turkey before the trip?

Currencylira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros)
Best period for the tripMay-October
LanguageTurkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
Visais not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit
Time difference with Europe3 hours
Time difference with the USA8 hours
CapitalAnkara
Medical tourism centerIstanbul
Popular resortsAlanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris

What hotel services are provided here?

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.

When is the best time to travel to Turkey?

The main advantage of Turkish resorts is the long beach season. On the Mediterranean coast, it starts in April and lasts until November. In the resorts of the Aegean Sea — from May to October. The most comfortable time for swimming is from mid-June to the end of October. A large influx of tourists is in July-August, when the air temperature is +38°C, and the water warms up to +27°C.

Do I need a visa?

In 2020, the Republic of Turkey has visa-free agreements with 89 states. Some foreigners are exempted from obtaining entry visas, others are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa), and still others must apply for a visa at Turkish missions abroad.

What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Turkey for treatment?

Visas for travel to Turkey require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:

  • ID card
  • confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
  • certificate of income and availability of funds ($50 per day per person)
  • insurance policy for a stay in Turkey (original and copy)
  • 2 photos (5x6)
  • visa receipt
  • booking of flight and hotel
  • medical opinion about the need for treatment.

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