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Gastric Bypass: Turkey vs Thailand
For gastric bypass, Turkey is 46% cheaper than Thailand on average — but cost is one factor of many. Below: surgeon credentials, hospital count, recovery time, and visa difficulty side-by-side.
JCI-Accredited Hospitals
2,000+ Patients Served
4.9/5 Patient Rating
130+ Partner Hospitals
Patients From 100+ Countries
Turkey
Lower cost$2,700
– $5,400 package estimate
1 JCI-accredited hospital for gastric bypass:
- Memorial Şişli Hospital (Istanbul)
Thailand
$5,000
– $10,000 package estimate
2 JCI-accredited hospitals for gastric bypass:
- Bumrungrad International (Bangkok)
- Samitivej Hospital (Bangkok)
Side-by-side comparison
| Criterion | Turkey | Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (USD) | $2,700 – $5,400 | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| JCI hospitals available | 1 | 2 |
| Primary clinical language | Local + English | English (Thai) |
| Medical visa | Standard tourist visa | Visa-on-arrival |
About Gastric Bypass
Bariatric procedures to help with weight loss for severely obese patients.