Best Countries for Gastric band — Page 6

Metabolik Cerrahi is a specialty clinic in Istanbul that has performed over 4,000 metabolic surgeries for type 2 diabetes. It offers rare Ileal Interposition and Transit Bipartition procedures, with a 92% success rate in resolving diabetes, obesity, and related conditions.

• All surgeries are performed laparoscopically. Hospital stay is just five days, with quick recovery.
• Transit Bipartition preserves nutrient transit – 95% of patients avoid lifelong vitamin supplements.
• The lead surgeon holds an SRC Certificate of Excellence in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and trained in Japan, Brazil, and India.
• Over 90% of patients achieve stable glucose levels after their operation.
• Clinic provides six-month post-procedure follow-up. Services offered in English, Arabic, and Persian.

BLK Super Speciality Hospital is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty center and one of India's largest hospitals. It has Asia's largest bone marrow transplant unit and a top-ranked cancer center. Core specialties include bone marrow transplant, cancer care, bariatric surgery, and cardiology.

• Over 100 bone marrow transplants annually. First in India to perform multiple donor transplants.
• Cancer center was first in Asia and seventh worldwide to use the CyberKnife VSI system.
• IVF center has a modular lab meeting ESHRE standards – first in North India.
• On-site equipment includes PET-CT, 128-slice CT, 1.5 Tesla MRI, and TriologyTx linear accelerator.
• Neuroscience center offers Deep Brain Stimulation for complex neurological cases.

European Health Center Otwock is Poland's first private hospital specializing in oncology and cardiology. It houses the country's only Interdisciplinary Cardio-oncology Department. It was also the first in Poland to receive all technological innovations from Philips Healthcare.

• Radiology department is a Philips International Reference Centre with 3-Tesla MRI and 128-slice CT.
• One of the top centers worldwide for pulmonary artery angioplasty and pump implantation.
• Urology department, accredited by the Polish Ministry of Health and EBU, performs laparoscopic onco-urological surgery.
• Offers genetic testing for prostate, breast, ovarian, and colorectal cancers, including Mammaprint and 4K-score analysis.

Clinica Universidad de Navarra is a JCI-accredited hospital with expertise in bariatric procedures, including gastric banding. Dr. Gema Frübecke, Director of Obesity Therapy Department, specializes in endocrinology and nutrition to support comprehensive weight management. The clinic has treated over 700,000 patients from 70 countries, ensuring a high standard of care.

Forty percent of international medical tourists pick Bangkok Hospital Pattaya. It treats over 400,000 patients yearly from 150 countries and holds JCI accreditation. Part of the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services group, its top specialties are cardiology and cosmetic surgery.

• Heart Center performs coronary bypass surgery without a heart-lung machine.
• Received the Prime Minister's Export Award for services to international patients.
• Digital Mammogram with Tomosynthesis offers 2D and 3D breast imaging in 10 seconds with less pain.
• 128-Slice CT scans coronary arteries in 4 seconds with 90% accuracy.
• Accredited by TEMOS and certified under ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD.

SALUSS Medical Group offers gastric balloon alternatives instead of gastric bands, which are banned in Turkey. A 6-month Medsil balloon may cost around $1,600, typically including pre-op tests, procedure, 1 night hospitalization, and aftercare. The clinic provides VIP transfers, translation services, and handles 600+ international patients annually under national healthcare accreditation.

Global Hospital Mumbai specializes in bariatrics and robotic surgery, offering advanced treatments for obesity including gastric band procedures. The hospital is part of Gleneagles Global Hospitals Group and has pioneered complex transplant surgeries in Western India.

Manipal Goa Hospital uses IBM Watson for Oncology, with 96% accuracy for lung cancer. It is the largest medical center on India's western coast and holds NABH accreditation. Core specialties include oncology, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and laparoscopy.

• The Manipal Hospitals network serves 2 million international patients from 30 countries yearly.
• It houses Goa's first Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and offers autologous and allogeneic transplants.
• The neurology center treats 600 inpatients and performs 500 complex neurosurgeries each year.
• Orthopedics is the state's first center for sports trauma, with minimally invasive arthroplasty.
• International patients receive free airport transfers, interpreters, and accommodations, with costs 2–5 times lower than in Western Europe.

Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) provides expert gastric band procedures at its leading multidisciplinary facility. The hospital specializes in weight loss surgeries with state-of-the-art equipment and electronic patient records. SNUH treats over 10,700 patients daily and is recognized for excellence in neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, and organ transplants.

TravelMEDI Clinic offers gastric banding procedures costing around $3,450–$3,900 USD, covering diagnostics, specialist consultations, and VIP transfers. The Medical Travel Quality Alliance-accredited facility provides one-year post-op support for long-term success. Located in Istanbul, the clinic specializes in international patient care with transparent pricing.