Estexper Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey
🏥 Presentation
Estexper Clinic is a medical clinic and coordination service located in Pendik, on the Asian side of Istanbul. It welcomes international patients for bariatric surgery, cosmetic surgery, hair transplants and dental care. Its bariatric operations take place in partner hospitals.
According to its official website, Estexper started as a medical tourism platform before becoming a multidisciplinary care provider[1]. Bariatric operations take place in accredited university hospitals in Istanbul, which the site does not name[2].
Every project starts with a free online consultation, followed by an in-person medical examination before the procedure. The clinic publishes its prices: from £1,450 for a gastric balloon to £5,380 for a facelift or a mummy makeover[4].
💼 Areas of expertise
The official Estexper website presents four departments[1][3]:
- Bariatric surgery: sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, metabolic surgery for diabetes, gastric balloon
- Facial cosmetic surgery: rhinoplasty, facelift, blepharoplasty, otoplasty, genioplasty, non-surgical procedures
- Breast and body surgery: breast augmentation, lift and reduction, abdominoplasty, liposuction, BBL, mummy makeover, thigh and arm lift, gynaecomastia
- Hair transplant: hair, beard and eyebrows
- Dentistry: implants, restorative and cosmetic treatments
💶 Procedure prices
| Procedure | Estexper Clinic price | Average UK price |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve | £2,900 | £8,000 – £12,000 |
| Gastric bypass | £3,480 (was £4,060) | £9,500 – £14,000 |
| Diabetes surgery | £4,060 | Generally covered by your healthcare system |
| Gastric balloon | £1,450 | £4,000 – £6,000 |
| Rhinoplasty | £2,900 | £5,000 – £7,500 |
| Facelift | £5,380 | £7,000 – £12,000 |
| Breast augmentation (package) | £3,720 | £5,000 – £8,000 |
| Breast reduction (package) | £2,900 | £6,000 – £9,000 |
| Abdominoplasty | £3,060 | £7,000 – £10,000 |
| Liposuction | £1,490 – £2,490 (indicative, quote required) | £3,000 – £7,000 |
| Hair transplant | £1,740 | £3,000 – £6,000 |
Prices listed on the official website in 2026, except for liposuction, which is not published[4]. The site does not specify what each price includes: only the quote is binding.
🧑⚕️ Team
The official Estexper Clinic website lists ten doctors, presented by the initial of their first name[5].
General and bariatric surgery: Dr M. Kaya, Dr Yahya Ozel, Dr Gungor Gul, Dr K. Celik and Dr C. Karaca.
Plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery: Prof M. Karaaltın, Prof N. Durmus, Dr M. Ozdemir, Dr O. Morkoc and Dr Y. Yilmazer. The site does not specify in which hospital each surgeon operates.
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📸 Clinic photos
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🧭 Trip itinerary
Initial contact: the patient fills in the online consultation form or writes to the international team on WhatsApp, providing medical history, photos or reports. The relevant medical team reviews the file and the treatment plan is discussed before travel[1].
Consultation: in Istanbul, an in-person medical examination precedes any procedure. For bariatric surgery, it includes tests, imaging and consultations with anaesthesia and internal medicine[2].
Surgery: bariatric surgeons operate laparoscopically in partner hospitals, with a usual hospital stay of 3 to 4 days[2].
Post-operative follow-up: instructions are given to the patient and contact continues after return, depending on the procedure. Bariatric patients receive online nutritional follow-up[2].
✈️ Practical information
Airports: Istanbul has two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side, the closest to Pendik. According to the official website, airport transfers can be included depending on the package[1].
Languages spoken: the official website, in English, mentions multilingual coordinators without specifying the languages[2].
Support: a coordinator follows the patient from the first contact until follow-up after return[1].
Formalities: UK citizens can enter Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with a passport valid for at least 150 days after entry[6].
📸 Before and after photos
🛏️ Services offered
According to the official website, accommodation and airport transfers can be included depending on the treatment or package chosen. The coordinator confirms the exact content before travel[1].
🏨 Hotels in Istanbul
Both hotels are on the European side, in Şişli and Levent, far from Pendik. Ask the coordinator in which hospital the procedure will take place before choosing your accommodation.
📅 Length of stay
Bariatric surgery: the clinic announces 3 to 4 days of hospitalisation and a stay of 7 to 10 days in Turkey[2].
Other procedures: the official website does not publish a duration; it is included in the treatment plan.
📊 Key facts
| Indicator | Estexper Clinic |
|---|---|
| Address | Metrowin Tower, Yeşilbağlar, Pendik (Istanbul, Asian side) |
| Departments | Bariatric surgery, cosmetic surgery, hair transplant, dentistry |
| Location of bariatric operations | Partner university hospitals, unnamed |
| Doctors listed on the website | 10 (5 bariatric surgeons, 5 plastic surgeons) |
| Hospitalisation for sleeve or bypass | 3 to 4 days |
| JCI accreditation | No mention on the official website |
❓ FAQ
Is Estexper Clinic accredited?
The official website mentions neither JCI accreditation nor authorisation from the Turkish Ministry of Health. It indicates that bariatric operations take place in accredited university hospitals in Istanbul. Ask for the name of the hospital and its authorisations before booking.
What payment methods are accepted?
The official website cites bank transfer, cash and credit card. The coordinator confirms the options available for each treatment.
Is a visa required for Turkey?
No, not for a short stay. UK citizens are exempt from a visa for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The passport must remain valid for at least 150 days after entry into Turkey.
Do packages include accommodation?
It depends on the treatment and package. According to the official website, accommodation and airport transfers can be included; the coordinator confirms the exact content before travel.
Is there post-operative follow-up in the UK?
The clinic provides post-operative instructions and keeps in touch after your return, depending on the procedure. It does not mention partner practitioners in the UK: plan follow-up with your GP.
Can I get a free quote?
Yes. The official website offers a free consultation via online form or WhatsApp, as well as video consultations. The final quote depends on the medical examination.
📍 Location
Address: Estexper Clinic is located in Metrowin Tower, Kaptan Sokak No. 17, Yeşilbağlar district, 34893 Pendik, on the Asian side of Istanbul[7].
Access: the tower runs along the E-5 motorway, near the M4 metro line that connects Kadıköy to Sabiha Gökçen airport. From Istanbul Airport (IST) or the historic centre, you need to cross the Bosphorus.
🔗 Useful links
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🏁 Conclusion
Estexper Clinic, located in Pendik, organises bariatric surgery, cosmetic surgery, hair transplants and dental treatments for international patients. It publishes its prices and a list of its doctors, but not the names of the hospitals where they operate.
Before booking, ask for the name of the hospital, the full name of the surgeon and the written detail of what the package includes.
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