Gastric Sleeve
A large part of the stomach is removed to reduce its size and curb appetite, the most common bariatric procedure.
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Weight Loss Surgery in Turkey
Weight loss surgery in Turkey with independent bariatric partner surgeons in Istanbul. Gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, coordinated end to end by Luna Clinic Medical Travel Services. Suitability and clinical decisions are made by your surgeon; Luna organises the journey.
For people living with obesity, bariatric surgery can be a life-changing step, and Turkey has become one of the most popular destinations for it. Istanbul's high-volume bariatric centres and experienced surgeons perform gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures regularly, at prices far below those in the UK, US or Western Europe. That combination of experience, accredited hospitals and affordability is why weight loss surgery in Turkey is one of the most searched-for treatments in medical travel.
Luna Clinic Medical Travel Services is a medical travel coordination company based in Istanbul. We are not a clinic and we do not perform surgery. Instead, we connect you with independent bariatric partner surgeons who hold board certification and operate at JCI-accredited hospitals, then coordinate everything around your treatment: flight guidance, hotel accommodation, airport and hospital transfers, interpretation, and communication with your surgeon before, during and after your visit. Your surgeon assesses your suitability and makes every clinical decision; we make the trip straightforward.
Bariatric surgery is a serious medical procedure, not a cosmetic quick fix, and it is only appropriate for the right candidates. Below you can explore the two main procedures we coordinate, understand what a typical trip involves, and see why patients choose to organise their care with Luna. When you are ready, a free, no-obligation consultation is the first step: your partner surgeon assesses your BMI, health and history to confirm whether surgery is appropriate and, if so, which procedure fits your case.
Treatments we coordinate
Bariatric procedures in Istanbul
Each procedure is delivered by an independent bariatric partner surgeon in Istanbul and coordinated by Luna. Explore the options and start with a free consultation.
Gastric Bypass
The stomach is divided and the small intestine rerouted, restricting intake and changing absorption.
Learn moreGastric Balloon
A soft balloon is placed in the stomach by endoscopy, with no surgery, to reduce appetite and portion size.
Learn moreGastric Sleeve Revision
A previous sleeve is re-sleeved or converted to a bypass to address weight regain or reflux.
Learn moreHernia Surgery
A hernia is repaired laparoscopically or open, reinforcing the muscle wall, usually with mesh.
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Gastric sleeve or gastric bypass
The two most common weight loss operations are the gastric sleeve and the gastric bypass. In a gastric sleeve, the surgeon removes around three quarters of the stomach, leaving a narrow tube. This reduces how much you can eat and lowers levels of the hormones that drive hunger, so you feel full sooner. In a gastric bypass, the surgeon creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes part of the small intestine, which both restricts how much you eat and changes how many calories your body absorbs.
Both procedures can lead to significant, sustained weight loss when combined with lasting lifestyle change, and each has its own benefits and considerations. The right choice depends on your weight, your health conditions, any previous surgery and your surgeon's clinical judgement. This decision belongs entirely to your partner surgeon, who examines your case and explains the options. Luna never advises on suitability or which operation to have; our role is to connect you with a verified bariatric surgeon and to coordinate the trip around your treatment.
Your trip
What a weight loss surgery trip to Istanbul looks like
A bariatric trip to Istanbul is planned carefully around your surgery and early recovery. Most patients stay around five to seven nights: you arrive and have your pre-operative tests and consultation, the surgery takes place with a short hospital stay, and you have a follow-up before flying home. Luna coordinates your accommodation, your airport and hospital transfers, and an interpreter where you need one, so you are supported throughout.
The bigger part of the journey happens after you return home. You follow a staged diet, from liquids to soft foods to solids, adopt lasting changes to how you eat, and usually take vitamin supplements, with weight loss unfolding over the following months. Long-term results depend on following your surgeon and dietitian's guidance. Because that care continues at home, Luna keeps you connected to your partner surgeon for follow-up communication, while your surgeon remains responsible for your clinical care throughout.
Why Luna
Why patients choose Luna Clinic Medical Travel
Verifiable partner surgeons
We only introduce patients to bariatric surgeons whose board certification can be independently verified. You can check the credentials yourself.
Clinical decisions stay with your surgeon
Suitability, procedure choice, the surgery and clinical aftercare are handled by your independent partner surgeon at their own accredited hospital, not by Luna.
One coordinator, start to home
A bilingual Luna coordinator handles flight guidance, accommodation, transfers, interpretation and communication with your surgeon throughout.
Transparent, separate quotes
Your surgeon quotes the medical fee; Luna quotes travel coordination separately. You see both side by side, with no hidden costs.
Starting prices in Turkey
| Treatment | From (Turkey) |
|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | from €2,200 |
| Gastric Bypass | from €2,800 |
| Gastric Balloon | from €1,800 |
| Gastric Sleeve Revision | from €3,800 |
| Hernia Surgery | from €2,000 |
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Good to know
Weight loss surgery in Turkey: frequently asked questions
How much does weight loss surgery in Turkey cost?
Bariatric surgery in Turkey, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, costs far less than in the UK, US or Western Europe. Most international patients travel on an all-inclusive package that combines the surgical fee charged by the partner surgeon with hospital stay, hotel accommodation, VIP transfers and follow-up in a single transparent quote. The exact price depends on the procedure and your case. Luna presents the surgeon fee and the travel cost separately so you can compare honestly.
Is weight loss surgery in Turkey safe?
Turkey performs a very high volume of bariatric surgery and has experienced surgeons working at JCI-accredited hospitals. As with any major surgery, bariatric procedures carry real risks, and suitability depends on your BMI, health and medical history. Luna only introduces patients to independent partner surgeons whose credentials can be verified, and your surgeon assesses your suitability and explains the specific risks before any decision is made.
What is the difference between gastric sleeve and gastric bypass?
A gastric sleeve removes a large portion of the stomach to reduce its size and the appetite hormones it produces, so you feel full sooner. A gastric bypass creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes part of the small intestine, both restricting intake and changing how calories are absorbed. Each has different benefits and considerations. Which is right for you is a clinical decision made by your partner surgeon after assessment.
Am I a candidate for bariatric surgery?
Candidacy is based on factors such as your body mass index (BMI), weight-related health conditions and previous efforts to lose weight, alongside your general health. Only your independent partner surgeon can confirm whether weight loss surgery is appropriate for you, and which procedure suits your case. Sharing your details during a free consultation is the first step to that assessment.
How long do I need to stay in Istanbul for weight loss surgery?
Most patients stay in Istanbul for around five to seven nights: arrival and pre-operative tests, the surgery with a short hospital stay, and a recovery period with a follow-up before flying home. Your partner surgeon confirms the recommended stay for your case, and Luna arranges accommodation and transfers around it.
What is life like after gastric sleeve or bypass?
After bariatric surgery you follow a staged diet, starting with liquids and progressing to solid food, and adopt lasting changes to eating habits and, usually, vitamin supplementation. Weight loss happens over the following months. Long-term success depends on following your surgeon and dietitian guidance. Your partner surgeon sets your aftercare plan; Luna keeps you connected for follow-up once you return home.
What does Luna arrange for a bariatric surgery trip?
Luna coordinates the travel side: flight guidance, hotel accommodation, airport and hospital transfers, interpretation, and ongoing communication with your independent partner surgeon before, during and after your visit. The surgical fee, hospital stay and clinical aftercare are arranged and quoted directly by your surgeon. We present both quotes together, with no hidden costs.