Every operation carries some risk, wherever it is done. What makes a gastric sleeve abroad safer or riskier is not the country but how it is organised: who operates, where, after which tests, and what happens if something goes wrong. These are the eight points to check with any clinic, including us.
BMI Calculator: Am I Eligible for Weight-Loss Surgery in Turkey?Enter your height and weight to see your BMI.1. A licensed hospital, named in writing
The sleeve should be done in a hospital licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health, with an intensive care unit on site. New City Clinic works with Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park and Biruni University Hospital; the hospital is named in your written plan.
2. A named general surgeon
Ask who will operate and check that they are a general surgeon experienced in bariatric surgery. You should be able to speak to the surgeon before the operation, not only to a salesperson.
3. Eligibility and tests before surgery
A sleeve is for adults who meet the criteria: usually a BMI of 35 or more, or 30 or more with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes (ASMBS/IFSO 2022). Blood tests, an ultrasound and often a gastroscopy are done before surgery. You can check your BMI with our free calculator.
4. Enough nights in hospital
Plan 2–3 nights in hospital and 5–7 days in Istanbul in total, so leaks or bleeding, which are rare but serious, can be recognised early. Be wary of packages that send you to a hotel the same day.
5. Complication insurance
Every New City Clinic package includes complication insurance; its scope is given to you in writing before surgery.
6. A written plan and price
The surgeon, hospital, nights, what is included and the price should all be in writing. Our estimated package is €2,500, flights not included.
7. Aftercare back home
You receive an English discharge summary for your GP, a staged diet plan and vitamin advice. Our team stays in touch by WhatsApp after you return.
8. Honest answers
No clinic can promise a result or say an operation has no risk. A clinic that does should be a warning sign. Quality and trust, side by side.
Is a gastric sleeve in Turkey safe? with New City Clinic
New City Clinic is an authorised health tourism intermediary registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye. When you contact New City Clinic about Is a gastric sleeve in Turkey safe?, a physician first reviews your photos and medical information, and you then receive a written treatment plan with an itemised quote. Once you arrive in Istanbul, the New City Clinic team organises your airport welcome, accommodation, hospital appointments and interpreting. Your procedure is performed by a specialist physician at a Ministry of Health approved partner hospital, and follow-up continues after you return home.
Aftercare
Medication and check-ups
Take the medication your physician prescribes as directed and attend your planned check-ups.
Smoking and alcohol
Both slow healing; avoid them before and after the procedure for the period your physician advises.
Movement and rest
Short walks support circulation; wait for your physician’s approval before strenuous exercise or heavy lifting.
When to get in touch
Contact your New City Clinic coordinator straight away in case of high fever, increasing pain, redness or anything unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main risks of a sleeve?
Leak along the staple line, bleeding, blood clots, reflux and nutritional deficiencies. Your surgeon explains each one and how it is prevented and treated.
How do I check the hospital?
Ask for its name and look it up; licensed hospitals in Turkey are listed by the Ministry of Health.
Can I fly home safely?
Most patients fly on day 5–7, wear compression stockings, walk and drink small sips during the flight.
Deciding on Is a gastric sleeve in Turkey safe? is a confident step when it is taken with the right information and the right team. You can book a free consultation with the New City Clinic team for your questions.
This article is for general information; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
