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KCM Clinic

Jelenia Gora, Poland

from 2390 eur

(8 reviews)

Allestetis / Allmedica

Nowy Targ, Poland

from 69 eur

(0 reviews)

Akdeniz Sifa

Antalya, Turkey

from 1250 eur

(0 reviews)

Cayra Clinic

Istanbul, Turkey

(0 reviews)

Soraca Med

Antalya, Turkey

(0 reviews)

Mediriviera

Antalya, Turkey

(0 reviews)

Özel Sağlık Hospital

Izmir, Turkey

(0 reviews)

Termessos Hospital

Antalya, Turkey

(0 reviews)

Medicine Hospital

Istanbul, Turkey

(0 reviews)

VM Hospitals

Istanbul, Turkey

Gastric Band Abroad

Gastric band abroad, among other bariatric surgeries, is gaining popularity thanks to the idea of medical tourism. In the modern world, it is extremely easy and safe to get weight loss surgery abroad. A gastric surgery (also called a stomach surgery) is a relatively expensive surgery once performed in a private clinic. Usually, people decide to undergo a bariatric surgery abroad because they are not qualified for the NHS surgery, or the NHS waiting lists are too long, or they cannot afford weight loss surgery in their home country

Well, so what is bariatric surgery? It is a live-saving surgery that enables a fast and safe weightloss. Depending on the type of obesity-surgery, it makes changes to the stomach and digestive system, as a result of which, patients eat much less food and do not feel hunger as they had before. 

Gastric band surgery involves placing a silicone band around the top part of the stomach. It’s role is to reduce hunger – the sensors that are responsible for hunger feeling are irritated. To work properly, the band needs to be perfectly adjusted, so sometimes there is a need to loosen or tighten the band in the future. The gastric band weight loss surgery abroad allows for achieving life-long results for weight and health. Below, we present the important aspects of cheap gastric band as a type of medical treatment abroad.

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Advantages of gastric band surgery abroad

Having gastric band obesity surgery is a life-changing decision which requires a great motivation and discipline of a patient. Doing such a surgery abroad is even more demanding, but there are so many advantages of a gastric band abroad that it is definitely worth considering (e.g. finding the cheapest weight loss surgery abroad). Below are some of the advantages of having gastric band surgery abroad. 

Cheap gastric band abroad is more affordable

Calculator with money coinsThe main reason why we are traveling abroad to get medical treatment is the cost. There are countries like the UK, Ireland, the USA, Scandinavian countries, Germany where weight loss surgery prices are so high that most people just cannot afford it. On the other hand, there are countries e.g. Turkey, Poland, Mexico, or Lithuania which offer much lower weight loss surgery cost. To give an example, the average cost of gastric band in the UK is 10 000 GBP while in Poland or Turkey the same cheap gastric band surgery costs around 4200 GBP. It allows for huge savings even after adding additional medical tourism cost (e.g. flights and hotel). It is just impossible to find such a cheap weight loss surgery UK or such a cheap weight loss surgery USA, no wonder many people decide to go abroad. The lower gastric band surgery abroad prices that some countries offer stems from the currency that is used, costs of living, recurrent expenses and salaries, and the quality of the surgery and clinics standards are still very high. 

Surgeons abroad are qualified and perform different types of bariatric surgeries

Regardless of the country where you have a weight loss surgery, checking the surgeon is a normal thing that we all do. Finding qualified weight loss doctors is key to surgery success. Nowadays, there are numerous websites where we can find top bariatric surgeons in any country we want. We advise anyone to check the surgeon’s qualifications, experience and types of weight loss surgery that he specialises in. There are also medical travel agencies that offer free help with finding the top rated bariatric surgeons who are well educated and qualified to perform different types of weight loss surgery. Firstly, patients need to verify whether the surgeon is certified and allowed to perform desired weight loss surgery options, then they should analyse any reviews from his patients and lastly, check whether the clinic where he works follows the high standards that enable the best weight loss surgery. Once this information is satisfying, we can entrust our life and health to this surgeon regardless of the country where he is. 

Doctors abroad speak English very well

The private clinics across the world can be divided into 2 groups:

  • clinics focused on domestic patients
  • clinics focused on foreign patients or both domestic and foreign patients.

Doctor in the kitThe medical tourism market is so developed that there are more and more clinics that offer their service to international patients. These clinics hire only English speaking doctors (who are top bariatric surgeons), offer assistance from an English-speaking coordinator, and require their staff to speak English fluently. So, there is no need to look for the surgery only in the English speaking countries, there are many qualified and well educated bariatric surgery surgeons speaking English in such countries as Poland, Turkey, Mexico, or Thailand. Generally, modern medicine, including universities, conferences, hospitals, or symposia, uses English as a prevalent language ( it belongs to the required qualifications). If, by any chance, you find a clinic that advertises itself on a medical tourism market, and the surgeon does not speak English, ask the clinic whether they have a translator – it is very frequent that clinics hire a person who helps with the communication between the weight loss doctors and patients to exclude any misunderstandings.

Bariatric clinics abroad offer treatments with the highest standards

Any bariatric surgery clinic that offers its services to international patients must follow the highest health-care standards. The easiest way is checking which health care certificate set by the country authorities is a must-have for the best bariatric clinic – e.g. in Turkey, the best clinics follow JCI accreditation standards, in the USA there is AAAHC accreditation, also there are regulations for health care institutions set by the European Union, which all EU members need to follow. The clinics available for medical tourists make great efforts to implement modern techniques, provide the best equipment clinic, and use the latest technologies for the surgeries. The details about the clinics can be easily found on the Internet – many clinics offer the English version of their website, so we advise you to check the offer of a considered bariatric clinic.

Most popular destinations for gastric band abroad

flying airplaneIt is very hard to say which countries are the most popular among medical tourists because the distance between the domestic and destination countries plays a major role in medical tourism. That is why Americans travel mostly to Mexico, Asians often choose Thailand, and Europeans decide for Poland or Turkey. In fact, the European countries are popular also among Americans and Asians – just because the prices are low, but more importantly, because the quality of the treatment in Europe is at the highest possible level. Below, we elaborate on Poland and Turkey – two top destinations among gastric band patients from all over the world. 

Gastric Band Poland

Gastric band Poland is one of the most popular weight loss procedures that are available. Thanks to medical tourism, gastric band abroad has been more and more frequently performed. People who cannot afford a gastric band in their country and the NHS waiting lists are too long, have the opportunity to come for a cheap gastric band in Poland. Medical treatment abroad is chosen by millions of people every year and the interesting fact is that the reason for choosing a foreign country is not only the lower price but also the quality of treatments and doctors’ reputation. Every year, the number of medical tourists coming for weight loss surgery Poland increases. So, if you are considering your Poland gastric band, the information below might be very useful.

Poland is one very popular destinations for gastric band surgery patients

Poland is a very popular destination for tourists mainly because of its rich history, numerous landmarks, beautiful nature, and plenty of Poland tourist attractions. One of the main ideas of medical tourism is combining medical treatment and sightseeing and Poland has a variety of options in both fields. Our clinics with top surgeons in Poland are located in modern cities or charming towns in beautiful sceneries, so we encourage each patient to benefit from local tourist attractions in Poland, cultural events, traditional cuisine, and landscapes while they are visiting Poland. 

Flag of PolandBut is Poland a safe country? Yes, the political situation in Poland is stable. Since 2004, when Poland joined the European Union, the country has become open to tourists, multiculturalism, and multinationalism. There are thousands of foreigners living, studying, and working in Poland as well as millions of tourists visiting Poland each year. Besides, the crime rates are very low compared to international statistics. There are direct flights to Poland from hundreds of destinations including almost all European and North American countries and all major cities, so access to Poland is very easy. Clinic Hunter works with clinics in all main cities in Poland, each of them has the international airport, so patients have much freedom in choosing the city they want to come in. What is also important, Poland time zone is CEST, which means that time in Poland now is very close to the UK time. 

Gastric band cost Poland

Weight loss surgery prices in Poland are very affordable for people coming from the UK, Ireland, Scandinavian countries, Germany or the USA. The cost of weight loss surgery – gastric band in the UK starts from 8000 GBP (on average, it is 10 000 GBP), which makes it out of the price range for many people in need. Gastric band surgery abroad prices are much more affordable, but is Poland cheap? The answer is yes, Poland offers one of the most affordable prices for the gastric band in Europe. The average price for a gastric band in Poland is 4690 GBP. It is also common that clinics offer bariatric surgery cost that includes the full package including surgery, diet plan, care of dietician and psychologist, stay in a hotel in Poland, all transfers and other facilities. 

Gastric Band Poland- the best locations

The clinics that work with Clinic Hunter are located in major Polish cities, which makes the opportunity for patients to see the best places to visit in Poland and get the surgery at the same time. The places that are worth visiting and where patients may get the surgery include such Poland city as Wrocław, Jelenia Góra and Kraków.

Weight loss surgery in Jelenia Góra / Wrocław

KCm clinicJelenia Gora Poland is a charming town located in the wonderful Karkonosze Mountains. In the heart of the city, there is KCM clinic. The building of KCM perfectly fits the historical and atmospheric scenery of the town. The old building of the clinic is amazingly renovated and expanded. KCM Clinic was set up in 2006. Nowadays it is the internationally known clinic specialising in bariatric treatments where the vast majority of patients come from foreign countries. English is a primary language in the clinic, there are also native English speaking specialists working as personal coordinators for foreign patients. Apart from bariatrics, which is the flag service, the clinic offers dentistry, plastic surgery, and spine surgery treatments. It is the world-class clinic with the newest technologies, advanced equipment, and modern amenities for patients. Jelenia Gora is situated near Wrocław, so patients coming to KCM clinic arrive at Wrocław airport, from where the clinic driver takes them to the clinic.

Wrocław, the 4th largest city in Poland, is the historical capital of Lower Silesia. It is called the Polish Venice because the city is built on 12 islands and surrounded by numerous canals and rivers. There are 130 bridges, each of them is unique and worth seeing. There are multiple landmarks listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (e.g. Centennial Hall, Cathedral Island and Main Market Square). It is a very popular destination for Polish and international tourists, especially that there are many domestic and international flights to Wrocław airport. In the city, there is also a clinic that is worth mentioning, namely EMC clinic. EMC is a complex of hospitals with dozens of medical specialties among which there is complex bariatric treatment.

Weight loss surgery in Nowy Targ /Krakow

AllmedicaThe clinic that deserves attention is also Allestetis. It is a branch of Allmedica complex specialising in plastic surgeries, orthopedics and bariatric surgeries. Allestetis is situated in Nowy Targ Poland, a town surrounded by Gorce mountains and with close proximity to Tatra National Park (Tatra Mountains), the border with Slovakia, and Krakow – the showcase of Poland. There are direct flights to Kraków from most European cities and some cities in other continents also. Kraków, Poland is one of the most frequently visited cities in Europe – a majestic, historically-rich, with an exceptional cultural and traditional heritage place that is unique and different from any other city. Allestetis clinic has a driver who takes patients from Kraków airport to Nowy Targ. The main advantages of the Allestetis clinic are highly competitive prices, advanced solutions, best Polish surgeons and undisturbed privacy and comfort for patients.

Gastric Band Turkey

Medical tourism Turkey has been booming in recent years – the main reason for that is a great touristic value (e.g. location, climate, culture, history, many luxury holiday resorts) as well as low prices for medical treatments and surgeries. No wonder many people choose Turkey as their medical treatment abroad destination. The popular sector chosen by patients is weight loss surgery Turkey, the very frequent of which is gastric band Turkey. Gastric band in Turkey is a very effective surgery that reduces hunger and stomach capacity by placing a silicone band. This surgery, as well as other types of weight loss surgery in Turkey can be performed at the high, professional level. We hope that the information below will be useful for anyone considering bariatric surgery in Turkey, especially gastric band in Turkey

Turkey is a popular destination for weight loss surgery abroad

Turkey belongs to the 10 top destinations for tourists from the whole world. Turkey holidays are chosen by millions of people mainly thanks to its unique Mediterrainian climate – Turkey weather is the best for those who like the sea, sandy beaches, and a lot of sun. The great advantages of Turkey are historical places (after Hellens, Byzantines, Ottomans, Hittis and many other civilizations), 

  • cuisine, 
  • entertainment (especially in Istanbul, Antalya or Bodrum), 
  • accommodation (there are the most luxury hotels at the affordable price), 
  • shopping (many boutiques, traditional rugs and carpets and very low prices), 
  • many business opportunities for everyone. 

Medical tourists coming to Turkey almost always get the all-inclusive packages for free – it usually includes transfers from/to the airport, accommodation in a high-standard hotel and taxi transfers to the weight loss clinic. Treatment package with all inclusive Turkey deals are the trademark of medical tourism there. What is also important, there are multiple cheap flights to Turkey from most countries in Asia and Europe. The easy access to major Turkish cities also contributes to the development of medical tourism and weight loss surgery abroad. 

Gastric Band price in Turkey

StanbulWeight loss surgery cost Turkey is very affordable for Europeans, Americans and Asians. The average cost of gastric band in the UK or the USA is 8000 GBP, which is very high and those who cannot get the surgery on the NHS for some reasons cannot afford such an expensive surgery. So, how much does a gastric band cost in Turkey? The prices start from even 3000 GBP, which is almost 3 times cheaper than in the UK. What is also important, this price often includes an all-inclusive package with accommodation and transfers, so the additional expenses are reduced to minimum.

Gastric Band Turkey- the best locations

Patients coming for gastric band to Turkey have a wide choice of the cities with bariatric clinics. The most popular destination is gastric band surgery in Istanbul. It is the most populous Turkish city and the economic, historic, and cultural heart of the country. In Istanbul, there are the best bariatric centres with world-renowned surgeons. The second most popular destination is gastric band Antalya. Antalya is the most popular holiday resort in Turkey. The city is located on the southwest coast by the Mediterranean Sea, which makes it extremely popular among tourists. There are many clinics and hospitals offering bariatric surgeries, so patients should easily find a clinic that would meet their needs there. Both Istanbul and Antalya have international airports, which makes travel there convenient, fast, and affordable. The easy access combined with the top clinics, free all inclusive packages and great touristic value make Istanbul and Antalya perfect destinations for medical tourists. 

Gastric band abroad – other popular locations

mexicoGastric band UK and gastric band USA are very expensive. Thus, there are other locations chosen by millions of medical tourists every year. The popular one is gastric band Mexico. Why do so many people choose gastric band surgery Mexico? The main reason is the low price and short distance – Mexico is chosen by mainly Americans. In the United States, the cost of bariatric surgery is very high, and as we all know, there the problem of obesity is the worst and unfortunately almost impossible to control. For many Americans, gastric band cost Mexico is the only way to get a new life. The other American country offering low-cost treatment is bariatric surgery Costa Rica.

Regarding Asians, the scale of obesity problem is much smaller than in other regions. Yet, they also face it. What they choose often is gastric band India and gastric band Thailand – similarly to Americans, the main reason is an easy access to these countries and low cost for the surgery. Gastric band surgery cost India is even lower than Turkey, but any clinic that advertises itself as the one which performs gastric band surgery in India must be thoroughly checked and verified. 

Gastric band surgery abroad- how to make the right decision?

We have only one suggestion to everyone who wonders how to find the best place for health treatment abroad. Namely, you just need to do the right research. Nowadays, all the necessary information can be found on the Internet. You just need to find some health tourism agencies and ask for help or check the clinics yourself. That’s it. Health tourism has pushed the clinics towards the internationalization of their services, websites, and help. What is interesting, you may also get an online consultation with a bariatric surgeon, go for a virtual walk inside the clinic, or even watch how the surgery is performed on a real person. There are numerous websites, social media where previous patients share their opinions and give reviews. So, medical tourism research is extremely easy and accessible even if you plan getting medical treatment abroad on a different continent.

Gastric band surgery abroad is safe if you will make the right decision

Whether you get a safe weight loss surgery depends on 3 factors:

  • you made sure that the clinic follows the highest international health-care standards
  • you made sure that your bariatric surgeon is experienced and well-educated
  • you made sure that the situation in a country you are going to is safe and stable.

Once you pay the greatest attention to the above things, you can come for a safe weight loss surgery procedure without any concerns or doubts. 

Summary

Planning a gastric band surgery abroad may seem complicated, but in fact, it is as easy as planning the surgery in your home country. You just need to choose the country and find the clinic or surgeon who wins your trust. Many clinics and medical travel agencies offer touristic packages – with the hotel, transfers or other amenities, and medical travel insurance, which makes treatment abroad even more safe and easy. Finally, thanks to gastric band abroad, you may get a very affordable treatment whenever you want without any waiting list. So, if you feel ready to change your life forever, improve your health and lose dozens of excessive kilograms, consider getting a weight loss surgery abroad!

 

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