Frequently asked questions


  • What is health medical tourism?
  • Which services are included?
  • How can I contact the surgeon?
  • Can I handle the flight arrangements myself?
  • I live abroad, will I be able to contact you after the operation?
  • How do I know if I am a candidate for bariatric surgery?
What is health medical tourism?

Medical tourism is a system established for the purpose of delivering the right medical treatment to another country due to high quality and better access for patients. Often in medical tourism, treatment and vacation in the chosen destination are combined

Which services are included?

The medical travel program and various packages are ready, and our company will provide the information you want to learn throughout the process.

How can I contact the surgeon?

Before you travel, our company will provide the communication between you and your doctor via telephone / e-mail / video conference.

Can I handle the flight arrangements myself?

Yes, but in case of a possible change, we recommend you to choose our company in order to provide easier and faster service

I live abroad, will I be able to contact you after the operation?

 We provide 24/7 service with doctors, dieticians and patient representatives in the communication groups we have developed for our patients. Patients can access the results of the tests they have done at regular intervals and their questions about their health status through online channels with our team at any time.

How do I know if I am a candidate for bariatric surgery?

If BMI (Body Mass Index) is > 40 kg/m2 or BMI > 35 (kg/m2) and there must be at least 1 comorbid condition accompanying obesity. (such as Type 2 DM, hypertension, sleep apnea, fatty liver, joint diseases). In addition, for people with a BMI between 30-34.9 kg/m2, your doctor will decide whether you can be a candidate according to their special circumstances.

 If you want to change your lifestyle and dietary habits, and if you have tried to lose weight before but have been unsuccessful, you can become a candidate with the decision of your doctor.



  • How should I feed after the operation?
  • Do I need to take vitamin and mineral supplements after my surgery?
  • What’s our expertise?
  • How much protein should I take per day?
  • What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?
  • Can I consume alcohol after surgery?
How should I feed after the operation?

In order for the operation to be successful in the long term, the patient should make regular nutrition and exercise a lifestyle. For the first 24 hours, the patient should be fed only with a liquid-oriented diet, and then gradually switch to solid food. In this process, the dietitian will follow you and inform you.

Do I need to take vitamin and mineral supplements after my surgery?

After the operation, patients can use vitamin and mineral supplements according to the results of the blood test performed at certain periods.

What’s our expertise?

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How much protein should I take per day?

Usually 60-80 grams per day is sufficient, but for some patients, this amount may vary depending on other factors. In this regard, the physician and dietitian will help you by determining the required amount for you.

What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?

After the operation,  in order to rapid weight loss  during this period, adequate protein intake is very important for the continuation of recovery, preservation of muscle mass and acceleration of metabolism.

Can I consume alcohol after surgery?

Alcohol consumption is not recommended after the operation. Alcohol is a substance with low nutritional value and high in calories. Therefore, it contradicts our target of losing weight in case of consumption.





  • What is Solid-Liquid Separation and how is it done?
  • Can I fast after gastric sleeve surgery?
  • Can I get pregnant after the operation?
  • I do not have enough criteria for the surgery, but I want to look thinner, I need to get thinner.” Can this surgery be applied to me?
  • How long does gastric sleeve surgery take?
  • How many days should stay after sleeve gastrectomy?
What is Solid-Liquid Separation and how is it done?

It is important to stop fluid intake half an hour before the meal and to start fluid consumption half an hour after the meal. This is called solid-liquid separation. The liquid taken before the meal creates volume in the stomach and not enough food can be eaten, which leads to nutrient deficiencies. The liquid taken after a meal will cause stomach expansion in the long time.

Can I fast after gastric sleeve surgery?

In order to fast, it is necessary to complete  the treatment for 2 years. For patients who have completed this period, the physician and dietitian give clear information according to the test results.

Can I get pregnant after the operation?

Pregnancy is recommended 18 months after the operation. If the targeted weight is achieved to a large extent, the person will have a healthier pregnancy.

I do not have enough criteria for the surgery, but I want to look thinner, I need to get thinner.” Can this surgery be applied to me?

We regret to state that our answer to this question is “No”. Gastric sleeve surgery is not applied to look aesthetically pleasing and beautiful. Our advice to you would be to seek help from a nutritionist.

How long does gastric sleeve surgery take?

The average duration of the surgery is 1.5 hours.

How many days should stay after sleeve gastrectomy?

After the surgery, patients stay in the hospital for 2-3 days, after which they can return to their homes.



  • How much weight is lost in 1 month after sleeve gastrectomy?
  • When will the stitches heal after sleeve gastrectomy?
  • When can I walk and swim?
  • When can I return to work?
  • What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?
  • How will my sexual life be affected, can I get pregnant?
How much weight is lost in 1 month after sleeve gastrectomy?

The target for the first month is a weight loss of 10-15 kg. Generally, by the third month, the patient has lost 25-30 kilos.

When will the stitches heal after sleeve gastrectomy?

Since sleeve gastrectomy is a surgical procedure performed with the laparoscopic method, the small incisions made during the operation will be completely healed in a week and your return to routine will be as early as possible.

When can I walk and swim?

Walking and swimming can be done 1 week after the operation.

When can I return to work?

Patients who are discharged after 2-3 days of hospitalization and do not develop any problems can return to work after 1 week.

What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?

After the operation,  in order to rapid weight loss  during this period, adequate protein intake is very important for the continuation of recovery, preservation of muscle mass and acceleration of metabolism.

How will my sexual life be affected, can I get pregnant?

After two weeks, your sexual life can be normal, but pregnancy should be postponed for 1 year.





  • Do bariatric surgeries really work?
  • I live abroad. How will I communicate with you after my surgery?
  • What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?
  • How long should I stay in Turkey after treatment?
  • How will I solve the language problem?
Do bariatric surgeries really work?

With the technological developments in the field of medicine in recent years, Bariatric operations are highly effective operations for people with a body mass index of 35 and above, obesity and additional diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, sleep apnea and joint problems.
When you follow the instructions given by your doctor and dietitian, you will experience a perfect and healthy change.

I live abroad. How will I communicate with you after my surgery?

We never lose contact with our patients living abroad. We provide 24/7 service with our doctors, dietitians and patient representatives. Our patients can send us the results of their periodic tests and their questions about their health status through online channels at any time.
How many hours do bariatric operations take?
On average:
Sleeve gastrectomy takes 1 hour, gastric bypass surgery 2 hours, gastric balloon and gastric botox 30 minutes.

What happens if I don’t consume enough protein?

During weight loss, the body needs additional protein to recover and maintain muscle mass. Without the required amount of protein in the diet, this need is met from the muscles and the body becomes weaker and weaker.

How long should I stay in Turkey after treatment?

Since the general condition of the medical intervention you have undergone is directly proportional to your recovery process ,your doctor will determine the duration.

How will I solve the language problem?

As a Turkish bariatric surgery love and care team, an interpreter who speaks your language and knows your social and cultural characteristics will serve for your communication needs.


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