Dr Murat Ustun
Bariatric surgeon with 8,000+ successful procedures, IFSO member and pioneer of ESG in Turkey.
Designed for UK Patients
Bariatric Surgery in Turkey for UK Patients
Fixed GBP pricing, a 4-hour flight, JCI-accredited hospital care in Istanbul — and aftercare that follows you home, with UK-registered dietitians and support coordinators in 8 UK locations.
- Gastric sleeve from
- £2,950
- Gastric sleeve from
- UK support locations
- 8
- UK support locations
- Dietitian aftercare
- 12 mo
- Dietitian aftercare
Your Trip at a Glance
- Flight time
- ~4 hours
- Visa for UK passports
- Not required
- Typical stay
- 4–6 nights
- Time off work
- 1–2 weeks
Why Thousands of UK Patients Choose Istanbul
Private weight loss surgery in the UK costs £10,000–£16,000, and NHS waiting lists for bariatric surgery routinely stretch beyond two years — with strict eligibility criteria that exclude many people who would benefit. That is why the UK is now one of the largest sources of bariatric patients travelling to Istanbul.
The saving is substantial — typically 60–70% less than UK private prices, even after flights — but the deciding factor for most of our UK patients is the care model: surgery by a single named surgeon with 8,000+ procedures, a JCI-accredited hospital, and a genuinely all-inclusive package with aftercare that continues in the UK.
UK Private Surgery vs Istanbul Bariatric Center
| What You Get | UK Private Clinic | Istanbul Bariatric Center |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve price | £10,000 – £15,000 | £2,950 – £4,250 all-inclusive |
| Waiting time | Weeks to months | Usually 1–3 weeks to your chosen date |
| Hospital accreditation | CQC-regulated | JCI-accredited (international gold standard) |
| Surgeon caseload | Varies widely | 8,000+ procedures (Dr Murat Ustun) |
| Hotel & transfers | Not included | Included (Relaxation & Luxury) |
| Dietitian aftercare | Often extra | 12 months included, UK-registered |
| In-person UK support | At the clinic | Coordinators in 8 UK locations |
Your Journey, Step by Step
- Free consultation from home. Message our UK line on WhatsApp. You'll get an eligibility assessment, a personalised recommendation, and a fixed GBP quote — usually within 24 hours.
- Book your date. Secure your surgery date with a deposit. We help you find flights; London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh all have direct Istanbul routes.
- Arrival day. VIP transfer meets you at Istanbul Airport. Pre-operative tests, consultations and anaesthesia review are completed the same day.
- Surgery and hospital stay. Your procedure at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, followed by 2–3 nights of monitored recovery with English-speaking staff and a translator.
- Hotel recovery and fly home. One or two nights at the Radisson with daily check-ins, a final review, then your transfer back to the airport. Flying 4 hours post-op is safe and routine at this stage.
- Aftercare in the UK. 12 months of UK-registered dietitian support, supplement guidance, WhatsApp access to the clinical team, and in-person support in 8 UK locations.
Am I Eligible?
UK patients typically qualify for weight loss surgery with us if:
- Your BMI is 35 or above (30+ for non-surgical options like ESG or gastric balloon)
- You have tried diet and exercise without lasting results
- You have weight-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea or joint pain
- You are 18–65 and fit for general anaesthesia
- You are committed to the post-op diet and follow-up programme
- You can travel to Istanbul for 4–6 nights
Not sure? Use our 2-minute health profile or message us — assessment is free and carries no obligation.
The Safety Standards UK Patients Should Demand
Wherever you have surgery abroad, verify these four things. Here is how we measure up.
JCI-Accredited Hospital
All procedures are performed at Liv Hospital, Istanbul — holding the gold-standard Joint Commission International accreditation.
Transparent All-Inclusive Pricing
No hidden fees. Packages include hospital stay, pre-operative tests, transfers, hotel and dietitian aftercare.
Award-Winning Care
WhatClinic Patient Service Award winner six times (2019–2025), with dedicated UK-based aftercare coordinators.
What UK & Irish Patients Say
August 2025
“I recently had gastric sleeve surgery and the experience was amazing. The hospital is super clean and you have a whole room to yourself. Dr. Murat and his team provided excellent care throughout my stay. I'm already seeing great results!”
August 2024
“From airport pickup to hotel accommodation, everything was perfectly organized. The surgery went smoothly and Dr. Murat visited me multiple times during my recovery. The follow-up care has been excellent. Highly recommend!”
July 2025
“Outstanding care from start to finish! All tests carried out thoroughly, operation went very well, scar is hardly visible and healing nicely. The aftercare support has been incredible.”
UK Patients — Frequently Asked Questions
Talk to Our UK Team Today
Message Dr Murat Ustun's UK coordinators on WhatsApp for a free assessment, fixed GBP quote, and answers to any question — no obligation, no pressure.