Obesity And Metabolic Surgery

Who Is a Candidate for Obesity Surgery in Istanbul?

 

Obesity surgery, medically known as bariatric surgery, is an effective and life-changing treatment for individuals who struggle with excess weight or obesity-related health issues. It helps patients achieve sustainable weight loss, better mobility, and an improved quality of life.

Eligibility Criteria

You may be a good candidate for obesity surgery if you:

    • Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher

    • Do not suffer from multiple obesity-related diseases such as reflux, high blood pressure, diabetes, joint pain, fatty liver, high cholesterol, migraine, PCOS, asthma, COPD, or sleep apnea

    • Do not have drug or alcohol addiction

    • Do not have liver cirrhosis or active cancer

    • Have not had a heart attack in the past year

    • Do not suffer from advanced heart failure

 

Personalized Approach

At AnewClinic, our board-certified bariatric surgeons in Istanbul determine the most suitable surgical method after a detailed consultation and medical assessment. Each treatment plan is personalized based on your lifestyle, eating habits, and post-surgery goals.

Laparoscopic (Minimally Invasive) Advantage

All obesity surgeries are performed using laparoscopic techniques, which offer:

  • Smaller incisions and minimal scarring

  • Shorter operation and anesthesia time

  • Reduced infection risks

  • Faster recovery and shorter hospital stay

Comprehensive Preoperative Care

Before surgery, each patient undergoes a full medical evaluation and receives continuous support from our specialized dietitians to ensure long-term success.

Experience safe, effective, and internationally accredited obesity surgery in Istanbul with AnewClinic — where medical expertise meets compassionate care.

Types of Obesity Surgery in Istanbul

RNY Gastric Bypass

Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass is both a restrictive and malabsorptive procedure — meaning it reduces the size of the stomach and decreases calorie absorption. It is one of the most widely performed obesity surgeries in the U.S. and Europe.

Patients feel full with smaller portions and maintain a sense of satisfaction without hunger.
The surgery reduces the ghrelin hormone (the hunger hormone), significantly decreasing appetite.
Patients naturally adopt healthier eating habits, as consuming high-calorie or sugary foods after surgery may cause discomfort — helping maintain long-term success.

Mini Gastric Bypass

Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB) is a restrictive and malabsorptive bariatric procedure that creates a single stomach-to-intestine connection.

It is designed to reduce calorie absorption — especially fats — while limiting stomach capacity.
Like RNY Gastric Bypass, the stomach is divided into two parts.
The difference is that in Mini Gastric Bypass, the intestine is connected without being divided, resulting in fewer surgical connections.

Sleeve Gastrectomy (Tube Stomach)

Sleeve Gastrectomy is a restrictive bariatric procedure that reduces the stomach’s capacity without affecting calorie absorption.

Sleeve Gastrectomy is a restrictive bariatric procedure that reduces the stomach’s capacity without affecting calorie absorption.
It has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its simplicity and effectiveness.
During the surgery, approximately 80% of the stomach is removed using surgical staples, leaving a narrow, sleeve-shaped stomach — hence the name “Tube Stomach.”

Revisional Bariatric Surgery

For patients who did not achieve the desired results from a previous procedure, Revisional Bariatric Surgery offers a safe and effective solution.

Our surgeons may convert or adjust prior surgeries such as gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, or bypass to improve outcomes.