What are the red flags for bariatric surgery in Turkey?
Five warning signs: (1) Quote under $3,000 all-inclusive — something is being cut, often stapler brand or post-op follow-up. (2) No BMI check or psychiatric screening before the price is confirmed. (3) Surgery offered within a week of first contact. (4) No named dietitian for 12-month follow-up. (5) Stapler brand not specified (Ethicon/Medtronic are tier-1; generic raises leak rates). Reputable Turkish programs run $3,500-$5,500 for sleeve, $4,500-$7,000 for bypass, include proper pre-op workup, and have documented follow-up.
Jibu hili ni taarifa ya jumla, si ushauri wa kitabibu. Daktari wako anapaswa kuthibitisha kinachohusu hali yako.