Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery in Antalya, Türkiye
Bariatric and metabolic surgery changes the stomach, and sometimes the route food takes through the gut, to help people living with obesity or type 2 diabetes. We coordinate six procedures in Antalya, with 2–4 hospital nights and 7 hotel nights depending on the operation. Your surgeon decides which option, if any, suits you after assessment.
MYK Healthroutes is a licensed health tourism agency in Antalya, Türkiye, coordinating bariatric, plastic, dental, hair and dermatology treatment for international patients. Independent, licensed doctors perform the procedures at partner hospitals.
Who is bariatric surgery for?
It is generally considered for adults with a BMI of 40 or more, or a BMI of 35–40 with an obesity-related condition such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnoea. These thresholds are close to the ones NICE uses in the UK.
Some people with recent-onset type 2 diabetes may be considered at a lower BMI. Surgeons also look at your history, medication and readiness for lifelong changes to eating and supplements. All surgery carries risks.
How do the procedures compare?
The six operations differ in how they work, hospital stay and follow-up. Here is a general overview.
| Procedure | How it works | Hospital nights | Hotel nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve | Removes a large part of the stomach, leaving a narrow sleeve | 2 | 7 |
| SILS sleeve | Sleeve gastrectomy through one small incision, usually at the navel | 2 | 7 |
| Roux-en-Y gastric bypass | Small stomach pouch connected to a lower part of the small intestine | 2–3 | 7 |
| Mini gastric bypass | Longer pouch with a single connection to the small intestine | 2–3 | 7 |
| Revision surgery | Corrects or converts a previous weight loss operation | 3–4 | 7 |
| Type 2 diabetes (metabolic) surgery | Bariatric surgery considered mainly for its effect on type 2 diabetes | 2 | 7 |
Two common options are compared in gastric sleeve vs gastric bypass.
Who is the surgeon?
An independent, licensed general surgeon operates at a partner hospital in Antalya.
Dr. Direnç Yiğit
General Surgeon, specialist in Gastroenterological Surgery
How does the process work?
The surgeon reviews your information before you book any travel.
- Contact us on WhatsApp. Tell us about your goals and health.
- Pre-assessment. You send your height, weight, medical history, medication and details of any previous surgery.
- Doctor review. The surgeon looks at your information and, if appropriate, you receive a written plan.
- Travel and transfer. You fly to Antalya and a VIP transfer meets you at the airport.
- Examination and tests. The surgeon examines you and pre-operative tests are done before surgery is confirmed.
- Surgery and recovery. After your hospital stay you recover at a hotel, with check-ups before you fly home.
- Aftercare. The team stays in touch with you for 2 years after surgery.
See also how long to stay in Antalya after surgery and flying after surgery.
What does the package include?
We don't publish prices. Your personalised quote depends on the procedure, hospital nights, tests and any extra needs. Every bariatric package includes:
- Surgery by the surgeon at a partner hospital
- Hospital stay (2–4 nights, depending on the procedure)
- 7 hotel nights for recovery
- VIP airport and hospital transfers
- Pre-operative tests
- Post-operative medications
- Coordinator support throughout your stay
- 2-year aftercare with remote follow-up
There is more on aftercare after surgery abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Am I eligible for weight loss surgery?
Usually a BMI of 40 or more, or 35–40 with an obesity-related condition. The surgeon makes the call after reviewing your health and history.
Which procedure is right for me?
That depends on your BMI, conditions such as reflux or diabetes, and any previous surgery.
How long do I need to stay in Antalya?
Plan for 2–4 hospital nights and 7 hotel nights. Your surgeon tells you when you are fit to fly.
Will I need vitamins after surgery?
Yes. Every bariatric operation means taking vitamin and mineral supplements for life, along with regular blood tests.
What are the risks?
They include bleeding, infection, leaks, blood clots and nutritional deficiencies. Your surgeon explains the ones that apply to you.
How is my quote worked out?
We base it on the procedure, hospital nights, tests and anything extra you need.
Book your online consultation
Tell us which treatment you are considering and a coordinator will explain the pre-assessment. There is no obligation to book, and the doctor decides whether a treatment suits you.