More Than Weight Loss.
It's A New Life.
Obesity surgery isn't about aesthetics; it's a medical intervention to reclaim your health, confidence, and freedom. Lasting support for long-term weight-loss success.
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Obesity surgery isn't about aesthetics; it's a medical intervention to reclaim your health, confidence, and freedom. Lasting support for long-term weight-loss success.
AM I ELIGIBLE?Internationally accredited safety standards
Hotel accommodation and transfers included
We speak your language
Dietitian follow-up included
Obesity is a chronic disease, not a lack of willpower.
Bariatric (obesity) surgery is a metabolic intervention that changes the anatomy of the stomach to limit food intake and reset the body's metabolic set-point. According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), it is the most effective, long-term treatment for severe obesity.
Eligibility generally starts at a BMI of 40, or 35–39.9 with obesity-related conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, hypertension or sleep apnoea. Wholecares coordinates gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures at AACI-accredited partner hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey, where a gastric sleeve typically costs €2,400–€3,500 and a gastric bypass €3,200–€4,000, with hotel and airport transfers included.
Obesity is the excessive accumulation of body fat that impairs health. According to the World Health Organization, it's a complex condition influenced by genetics, hormones, and environment - often resistant to diet alone.
While nutrition and lifestyle play a role, genetics are crucial. Children of obese parents have an 80% higher risk. Hormonal imbalances can also slow metabolism and trigger weight gain.
According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, it's the most effective, long-term treatment for severe obesity. Procedures like Sleeve Gastrectomy change your anatomy to limit food intake and reset your metabolic set-point.
Eligibility is based on Body Mass Index (BMI) and health conditions.
Learn if you meet the BMI required for a gastric sleeve or bypass. Get a free, personalized cost calculation.
CALCULATE MY COSTAdvanced laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery and minimal scarring.
The "Stomach Stapling" Method: ~80% of the stomach is removed laparoscopically. This restricts food intake and significantly reduces the "hunger hormone" Ghrelin. Ideal for volume eaters.
A Proven Approach: Creates a small stomach pouch and bypasses part of the small intestine. It works by restriction and reducing calorie absorption. Highly effective for Type 2 Diabetes remission.
Diabetes Management: Specific procedures targeting metabolic syndrome to eliminate insulin resistance. 85-90% of Type 2 Diabetes patients can enter remission.
Partner surgeons use the latest laparoscopic techniques (small keyhole incisions) rather than large open cuts. This means:
Accredited care at a fraction of the cost. Wholecares coordinates bariatric surgery at accredited partner hospitals, with significant savings compared to the US and Europe.
| Location | Average Price (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Turkey | €2,400 - €3,500 |
| USA | €15,000 - €25,000 |
| UK | €10,000 - €16,000 |
| Germany | €11,700 - €15,000 |
| Spain | €8,000 - €14,000 |
| France | €16,000+ |
| Italy | €22,000+ |
From your arrival to your safe return, every step is planned for your comfort.
Airport transfer Hotel check-in Meet your health manager
Meeting your surgeon first Comprehensive pre-op tests
Operation in AACI-Accredited Partner Hospitals
Hotel rest with health manager support Final Check-up
Transfer to airport Post-op follow-up
"What if something happens when I go back home?" is a valid concern. Clinical studies from NIH research show that bariatric surgery has low complication rates when performed in accredited centers, and a medical complication insurance policy is arranged for each patient as an added layer of confidence.
A Medical Complication Insurance policy is arranged for each patient before travel. What it covers, and its limits, are set out in that policy.
Verify Coverage DetailsThe policy is arranged to remain valid once you are back in your own country. The situations it applies to are set out in the policy wording.
What the policy covers, and any limits, are set out in the policy document you receive before you travel.
Each policy is prepared individually for you ahead of your trip, rather than as a blanket promise.
Cover is provided within the limits determined by the policy, which you can review before you travel.
Your Personal Health Manager
On WhatsApp, in your language
Traveling for surgery can be daunting. That's why a dedicated, native-speaking assistant is arranged to help guide you through every step.
No language barriers. Your assistant communicates with you in your native language, ensuring you understand everything.
From hotel check-ins to hospital transfers, your manager handles the logistics so you can focus on healing.
Have a question about your medication or recovery? Your health manager is just a message away.
A multidisciplinary team supporting you every step of the way.
Comprehensive health analysis including blood tests, cardiology, psychiatry, and endocrinology clearance. Partner clinicians assess whether you are physically and mentally ready before surgery is scheduled.
Performed by specialized bariatric surgeons in AACI-accredited hospitals. Utilizing modern technology like robotic-assisted surgery for precision.
A 4-stage diet plan guided by the hospital's dietitians: Liquid (Week 1), Puree (Week 2), Soft Solids (Week 3), Solids (Week 5+).
12-month follow-up coordinated with the treating hospital's nutritionists and psychologists. Because surgery is just the beginning of your new life.
Obesity surgery requires more than just a surgeon. The bariatric teams at accredited partner hospitals include:
Explore our in-depth, evidence-based articles.
Learn how BMI classification determines your obesity class and surgical eligibility — including NHS guidelines.
Read Article →A comprehensive comparison of general bariatric procedures: Sleeve, Bypass, and emerging techniques.
Read Article →Side-by-side analysis of the two most common procedures — success rates, recovery, and long-term outcomes.
Read Article →GLP-1 weight loss medicines compared to surgical intervention — what the evidence says.
Read Article →A beginner's guide to understanding bariatric surgery — who it's for, how it works, and what to expect.
Read Article →Detailed eligibility criteria, BMI thresholds, and medical conditions that qualify you for bariatric surgery.
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