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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions Concerning the New Phase

Every patient will be tested for COVID-19 during the passport control once they arrive in Turkey. If the results are negative, there will be no quarantine period. You may go through with the surgery with ease.
All incoming passengers to Turkey will be subjected to a COVID-19 test, regardless of taking previous tests or not. You will be quarantined in your surgery hospital for a maximum of 24 hours until the results are issued.
If you happen to be tested positive, your COVID-19 treatment will begin immediately in the hospital you have been isolated in.
There will be no changes in the treatment duration or package rates; however, all accommodation will be in our partner hospitals for your safety during this period.
Yes, you will be able to stay in Turkey until your visa expires.
There will be no changes in our operating hours in the new phase. However, all appointments will be scheduled in a way that enables Social distancing.
Yes, all functions necessary in obesity treatment will be fully operational.
All surgical & non-surgical obesity treatments will continue with the necessary sterilization precautions underway.
If you are unable to arrive at our clinic, you may do an online consultation with our doctors. However, if you require a detailed analysis; our doctors will be needing to do an in-person check-up.

Bariatric Surgery Frequently Asked Questions

With the latest technological advances in the medical field; bariatric surgeries have proven to be very effective for patients with body measurement index values above 35, who have side diseases like diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, sleep apnea or joint problems alongside obesity.
These operations can be performed to any patient between 18 and 65 years-old who are eligible according to surgical requirements.
Approximately; Gastric Sleeve surgeries take 1 hour, Gastric Bypass surgeries take 2 hours, Non-surgical weight-loss treatments such as Intragastric Balloon and Stomach Botox take 30 minutes to perform.
Turkey is a destination where the latest medical trends are followed among modern hospitals and clinics. The health tourism industry has been on the rise and preferred by tourists in the last decade. As a clinic, we practice personal patient care, have an elite doctor selection and experienced staff. We uphold the state-of-the-art technology equipment and medical facilities. We have changed the life of around 5 thousand patients for the better as of now, and we continue to help patients from all around the world obtain a healthier life.
You will be relieved of many illnesses caused by obesity shortly after the operation. Upon 1-1.5 years after reaching your ideal weight, you will enjoy a healthy lifestyle with a high self-esteem and be capable to perform any physical activity.
Patients are capable to tend to their own needs about 5 hours following the surgery. They stay in the hospital for the proceeding 3 days and leave on the fourth day after their post-op check-ups.
We follow the latest medical trends and use Covidien products in all operations to ensure providing the best service for our patients.
Our treatment packages are designed to include 1 companion without any additional charges; however, any other companions will cause an additional fee. You may consult our patient representatives for detailed information.
When planning your trip, it’s necessary to pick a suitable time for both the patient and clinic. Your date of operation will be arranged according to your flight schedule. To prevent any problems in organization, our patient consultants will be in touch with you during this process.
In the unlikely scenario in which your pre-op test findings cause the cancellation of your operation, you will be reimbursed the full amount of the operation cost. You will only be charged for the medical examinations.
Our patients can take vitamins and mineral supplements especially for the first 6 months following the operation. This depends on the blood tests the patients periodically take and send to our team. Upon analyzing the results, our doctors will advise taking the necessary vitamins or minerals if they find any deficits in your metabolism.
Patients lose 65 – 80% of their excessive weight and reach their ideal form between the 12th and 18th month following the surgery. It’s crucial that the patients adopt a healthy diet during their weight-loss period. If they revert to their former eating habits; they will risk regaining weight.
We always keep in touch with our international patients. We provide 24/7 service through the online aftercare groups we form for them. Our patients can always send their periodical examinations or ask questions concerning their medical condition via online channels.
You will be discussing your eligibility for the operation with your patient representative before setting the date of your surgery. If you have serious health conditions such as heart or lung problems, our doctors may require some examinations to assess your situation.
You will reach your ideal weight between the 12th and 18th months after your surgery. This process may vary according to your compliance to the advices given by your doctor and dietitian.

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