A-1 Medical Travel · Istanbul
Weight-loss surgery in Istanbul, from $2,090.
Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and gastric balloon at accredited hospitals in Istanbul, with your trip arranged from Dallas. Start with a free review of your health history.
Procedures
Gastric sleeve
Most of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow sleeve. The most common weight-loss operation.
Gastric bypass
A small stomach pouch is connected directly to the small intestine.
Gastric balloon
A balloon placed in the stomach through the mouth for about 6–12 months. No surgery.
The hospital checks your BMI, health conditions and medications before recommending a procedure. Send your height, weight and any medical reports.
Your week in Istanbul
- Day 1: arrive
Airport pickup, tests and consultation.
- Days 2–4: surgery and hospital stay
Keyhole surgery, then about 3 nights in hospital.
- Days 5–7: recover and fly
Rest at the hotel, final check, then home.
After surgery
- Weeks 1–2
Clear liquids, then full liquids.
- Weeks 3–6
Soft and pureed food, then gradually normal food.
- For life
Vitamins, regular check-ups and a dietitian at home.
All-inclusive package
What a weight-loss surgery package includes
Your treatment
Consultation with your surgeon, the procedure your surgeon recommends (such as gastric sleeve or bypass), anesthesia, your hospital stay and a diet plan for after surgery.
Health checks first
Blood tests, ECG, blood pressure and blood sugar tests before your treatment, so you’re treated safely.
Aftercare to take home
Prescription medicines, 1 month of medical supplies, a care kit and a travel pillow for the flight home.
Hotel and transfers
Hotel nights for your recovery and VIP transfers both ways between the airport, hotel and hospital. Longer stays for surgery are set out in your plan.
- + Interpreter
- + 24/7 patient assistant
- + Reports in English
- + Follow-up after you return
- Flights from the US: booked by A-1, priced separately
From $2,090 is a starting price for treatment. The package above is a typical example; your exact price, treatment and what’s included are confirmed in writing after the review, before you book anything. Flights are not included in the package; A-1 books them for you and quotes them separately.
Price comparison
Istanbul with A-1 vs. the U.S.
What weight-loss treatment typically costs in the U.S., compared with our package in Istanbul plus a round-trip flight from Dallas.
| Treatment | A-1 package in Istanbul | With flight from Dallas* | Typical U.S. price | You could save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve | from $5,470 | about $6,670 | $9,500–$23,000self-pay | $2,800–$16,300 |
| Gastric bypass | from $4,660 | about $5,860 | $15,000–$35,000self-pay | $9,100–$29,100 |
| Gastric balloon6-month balloon | from $2,090 | about $3,290 | about $6,925Orbera balloon average | about $3,600 |
*Round-trip economy flight from Dallas, estimated at $1,200 (usually about $1,000–1,400 depending on season). Many U.S. insurance plans cover weight-loss surgery when medical criteria are met, so check your coverage first. Gastric Botox is also available, from $3,050. A-1 prices are starting prices per person; your exact price is confirmed in writing before you book. U.S. prices vary by city, clinic and surgeon, and insurance may cover some treatments. Sources: CoveredUSA, bariatric surgery cost without insurance (2026); RealSelf, gastric balloon cost (2023 member reviews).
Flying home
Most people fly home about 7 days after surgery once the surgeon clears them. Walk the aisle and keep drinking small sips on the flight. The doctor always has the final word on when you can fly.
Questions people ask
Am I a candidate?
Usually a BMI of 35 or more, or 30 or more with conditions such as type 2 diabetes. The hospital decides after reviewing your details.
How much weight will I lose?
Many people lose 60–70% of their excess weight in the first 1–2 years; it depends on the procedure and your diet.
Who follows me up at home?
You’ll get a diet plan and video follow-ups. We recommend a doctor and dietitian at home too.
Can someone come with me?
Yes, and we recommend it. We’ll book their flights and hotel too.
Is A-1 the clinic?
No. A-1 is a travel agency in Richardson, Texas. We arrange your trip; accredited hospitals and clinics in Istanbul carry out treatment, and their doctors decide what’s right for you.