Gastric Band Clinics Abroad — Page 2

Dr Alihan Gurkan has performed over 900 procedures and leads the surgical team at this JCI-accredited centre. While the clinic recommends modern alternatives over traditional banding, packages typically cost around A$4,600. This rate covers the surgical procedure, three nights of hospital stay with meals, and 24/7 nursing care. The price also includes comprehensive pre-operative testing, a post-op leak test, and all airport transfers. Memorial Antalya Hospital serves 1.6 million patients annually and provides on-site interpreters for English-speaking Australians.

ID Clinic Bangkok is a private multi-specialty center with a 95–96% success rate for breast lift, rhinoplasty, and tummy tuck stem cell therapy. It specializes in plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, cosmetology, and weight loss surgery. The clinic is accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons Thailand.

• Treats 4,000 patients annually from Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, and Arab League states.
• Uses stem cell therapy for tummy tuck procedures.
• Serves only adult patients – no pediatric care.

Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital holds ISO certification and is the first in Turkey to meet LEED Platinum environmental standards. This eco-friendly centre features 4.6-star patient-reviewed facilities designed to support recovery through hypoallergenic green spaces. Australian patients benefit from a structured international programme including personal coordinators and free medical interpreters. The clinic reports a 91% patient recommendation rate across its specialised surgical units. Dr Halil Coşkun and the surgical team prioritise thorough diagnostic work-ups before any gastrostomy procedure to ensure patient safety.

Istinye University Liv Hospital integrates clinical research with surgery for 2,700 international patients every year. An all-inclusive package may cost around A$7,700, covering the surgical procedure, medications, and 3 nights of hospitalisation. The price includes airport transfers and 24/7 translator support to simplify the trip. Associate Professor MD Umit Koc leads the surgical team at this multispecialty centre. Patients receive a free English medical report to make the handover to their Australian GP straightforward. The hospital sits just 40 minutes from Istanbul New Airport.