Gastric Bypass
Reroute the digestive system to reduce food intake and calorie absorption.
Results Gallery
Straightforward photographic display of clinical treatment outcomes.
Your Medical Journey
A comprehensive outline of your experience from initial consultation to your final results.
Consultation & Planning
Initial physical assessment, digital mapping, and design matching your expectations.
Arrival & Admission
VIP greeting at the airport, luxury private transfer, and admission to our JCI-accredited partner clinic.
Procedure Day
Safe, high-end operation facilitated under sterile general conditions by board-certified specialists.
Recovery & Follow-up
Careful post-operative checks, custom compression/protective support, and one year of active clinical tracking.
Procedure Overview
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y) is a highly effective bariatric surgery. The surgeon creates a small pouch at the top of the stomach and connects it directly to the small intestine. This limits food intake and reduces calorie and nutrient absorption, promoting rapid weight loss.
Key Aspects & Outcomes:
- Combines restrictive food intake with reduced calorie absorption.
- Promotes rapid, long-term weight loss.
- Highly effective at resolving type 2 diabetes and metabolic issues.
Quick Medical Facts
Patient Testimonials
Read real reviews from patients who underwent this treatment at AvrupaMed Clinic.
"I had a gastric sleeve operation. I am very satisfied, in 5 months I lost 42 kg, the staff, the doctor, the translator are all wonderful. Kareem was so caring and always making sure communication is clear."
"I lost 22 kg post surgery and they are very professional. Especially Baris, the guy I spoke with, he arranged everything for me and was there the entire time helping me."
"The team was super helpful, they checked on me without even calling them. Dr. Mehdi was checking on me 3-4 times a day in Istanbul."
Treatment Stages
A detailed technical explanation of the procedure stages during your clinical appointment.
Pouch Creation
The surgeon divides the stomach to create a small pouch at the top, which holds only about 30ml of food.
Intestinal Bypass
The small intestine is divided, and the lower section is connected directly to the new stomach pouch, bypassing the rest of the stomach.
Post-Op Monitoring
A 2-night hospital stay ensures recovery. You will follow a phased liquid-to-solid diet for 4-6 weeks.
All-Inclusive Surgical Packages
Select your preferred level of comfort. Our packages cover surgical fees, premium hotel stays, VIP transfers, and active coordinator support.
Essential
A simple and reliable treatment journey with the core services every patient needs.
- VIP Airport transfers
- All Required Medicine
- Translator
- 1 Year Medical follow-up
Comfort
A smoother experience with upgraded support, easier communication and better organization.
- 3 Stars Hotel with Breakfast
- VIP Airport and internal transfers
- All Required Medicine
- Translator
- 1 Year Medical follow-up
Premium
A more private and premium journey for patients who want extra comfort and priority planning.
- 4 Stars Hotel with Breakfast
- VIP Airport and internal transfers
- All Required Medicine
- Translator
- 1 Year Medical follow-up
- Priority scheduling
- Discount for Company Person
Signature
A high-end medical travel package focused on privacy, speed, personal attention and comfort.
- 5 Stars Hotel with Breakfast
- VIP Airport and internal transfers
- All Required Medicine
- 2 Year Medical follow-up
- Prioritized & Fast Track scheduling
- 1 Company Person
- All Around Istanbul Tour
- Full Body Lymph Massage and Turkish Bath
Frequently Asked Questions
Get professional medical answers to common patient concerns regarding Gastric Bypass.
A Gastric Sleeve only reduces the size of your stomach. A Gastric Bypass creates a small stomach pouch and directly bypasses a section of the small intestine, restricting food intake and reducing calorie absorption.
Yes. Because a bypass reroutes the intestine, your body will absorb fewer nutrients. Daily bariatric multivitamin, calcium, and vitamin B12 supplements are mandatory to prevent deficiencies.
Dumping Syndrome occurs when high-sugar or high-fat foods pass too quickly into the small intestine, causing nausea, sweating, cramping, and dizziness. You avoid it by adhering to a high-protein, low-sugar diet.
The stomach pouch can stretch slightly if you consistently overeat or drink liquids during meals. Sticking to small, structured portions and avoiding carbonated beverages will keep your pouch stable.
You will follow a strict dietary progression: clear liquids for week 1, pureed foods for weeks 2-3, soft foods for weeks 4-5, and finally solid foods by week 6.
Begin Your Journey Today
Contact our clinical coordinators in Istanbul. Get a customized treatment plan, price quote, and surgery date.