LIPOEDEMA
INFORMATION GUIDE
COSTS / PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
We are certified!
TÜV since 2012
We will also gladly advise you about:
- Hair Transplantation
- Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
- Laser Vision Correction
& Lens Implantation Surgeries
- Dental Aesthetics
- Dermatology / Anti-Aging
- Bariatric Surgery
- In Vitro Fertilisation
The team of Beauty Travels 24 would like to thank you for
your interest in a cosmetic surgery in Istanbul as well as
in our company. Of course, an information folder cannot
always replace a personal conversation. Please do not
hesitate to contact us, we are here to assist you. You will
receive comprehensive support from us, starting with a
professional consultation before you book, and the support
continues throughout your stay in Istanbul and also after
your procedure.
Turkey is one of the most advanced nations in the field of
plastic surgery and laser eye surgery and has the highest
medical standards.
Undergoing a surgery is a matter of trust – and therefore
depends on an excellent level of information and also on the certainty that you are in the right hands. With a personal
consultation in our office or by phone, we offer you the opportunity to inform yourself comprehensively about the chosen
treatment.
Our philosophy:
"We accomplish what you’ve always dreamed of!"
Since 2006, we have focused on the highest level of
customer satisfaction. Therefore, our team always puts
itself in the patient’s shoes and asks the following question:
“What kind of service would I like to receive as a patient?”
According to our philosophy, customer satisfaction is first
and foremost about “TRUST”. With this in mind, our entire
team works in a disciplined manner to make you feel safe
by providing a genuinely outstanding service.
Lipoedema with us “at a glance”:
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You will be individually advised exclusively by Professor Dr. Ismail or by his highly experienced plastic surgeon, who
will also perform the surgery.
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JCI certified and fully equipped 5-star service clinic.
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German, English, French as well as Spanish and Italian speaking support on site in Istanbul.
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Operating theatres in the clinic are equipped with the latest technology.
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Complete transfer in Istanbul: airport – hotel – clinic – hotel – airport.
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Non-binding service: We are available to assist you 7 days a week / 24 hours a day!
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Non-binding and free city tour in Istanbul every Saturday!
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Free Park & Fly Service for reservations at many airports.
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No prepayment or payment in advance necessary for the booking of the surgery appointment!
A diet of healthy, low-calorie food combined with sufficient exercise is the ideal way to get rid of excess pounds. For many
women and men, a slim, sporty figure is an important aspect of their self-confidence and body awareness. In addition, the
influence of the body on one's own lifestyle, but also on professional opportunities, is not unimportant nowadays. In order
to reduce possible overweight, a balanced lifestyle with exercise and a healthy diet is an excellent strategy. Unfortunately,
however, even the healthiest lifestyle fails due to parts of the body affected by lipoedema. A genetic disposition is respon-
sible for the development of lipoedema. This predisposition can also be passed on to the next generation. In these cases,
the aesthetic-plastic VASER liposuction is the only sensible way to permanently remove the fat deposits.
You will receive
non-binding and
individual advice. The
professor will
personally assess
whether you are
suitable for a
lipoedema. Simply
send us your pictures
as shown in the
example pictures.
Additional information we require:
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Your age
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Is it a genetic problem or do you suffer from the consequences of an accident or a burn?
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Do you suffer from a disease or are you taking medication?
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Do you have a disease or are you taking medication?
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Are you a smoker? And if so, how many cigarettes do you consume per day?
Next Step:
After you receive the detailed cost calculation and decide on the treatment, we will send possible travel arrangements and
a patient registration form. In this way, you give us your consent to organize the trip. You conclude the treatment contract
directly at the clinic in Istanbul. In order to be able to offer you travel recommendations, we need your desired travel period as well as your
desired departure airport.
Before and After Surgery
Lipoedema VASER-Liposuction is performed by Prof. Dr. E. Ismail or a specialist in the Istanbul Clinic. The procedure
usually takes about one to two hours. It is always performed under general anaesthetic. Before the surgery, our internal
specialist will subject you to a preoperative examination with blood sampling, ECG examination and analysis of your state
of health. Calculate 1 to 2 days for the stay in the clinic, after the surgery it will be decided whether you will spend one or
two nights in the clinic. The following day, after the follow-up examination, you will normally be driven back to your hotel
where you can rest or visit the city of Istanbul. If you have a lipoedema VASER-Liposuction you should stay 7 nights in
Istanbul. Starting from the second week you can do normal activities again. Keep in mind that you should wear special
corsages between four and eight weeks. The doctor will tell you the exact duration after the surgery. Doctors in Turkey,
where the VASER Lipo method is very popular, recommend that you undergo a series of lymphatic massages after the
surgery. These should be started about 6 days after the treatment.
No hidden costs & no prepayment or deposit.
You pay the treatment costs completely on site – in cash, by EC card or
credit card and in euro currency.
PLEASE NOTE:
Many people dream of having the right body proportions. If, however, despite consistent diets and sports activities, legs
or arms do not fit to the remaining body proportions, and pain occurs again and again due to the massive fat and water
retention, one speaks of a lipoedema. This disease has three phases:
Phase 1: Skin surface smooth, subcutaneous fat tissue thickened; fat structure fine knotted.
Phase 2: Skin surface uneven, dents, bumps, fat structure coarse knotted.
Phase 3: Tissue is hardened, massive sagging of the skin.
This is where the VASER liposuction instrument comes in, permanently removing existing fatty tissue together with the
stem cells and at the same time tightening sagging skin. During surgeries performed under general anaesthetic, fat cells
are precisely separated from the remaining tissue by ultrasound. Since the VASER method does not generate any heat, it
can get much closer to the skin than the classic methods. This makes it easier to model the contours of rounded areas
such as arms and legs.
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If you have already had an operation at your problem zone, please inform us about it in advance.
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Do you smoke? If yes – for how long and how many cigarettes do you smoke per day?
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If you need a visa, you can apply for one via the following link: www.evisa.gov.tr
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We are happy to advise you at any time by telephone or email about your cosmetic surgery process.
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Before you book, please consider the following when planning your trip: Blood-thinning medication must not be
taken 2 weeks before the surgery. This includes the medication called Marcumar and medications containing
acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin, Thomapyrin, ASS, as well as many combination drugs for colds). In case of doubt,
please discuss this with your general practitioner.
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Please also consider that sports and all physically strenuous activities are strictly forbidden for 4-6 weeks after
the surgery. Please check this in advance, as this may be important for your planning for the time after the surgery,
e.g. if your job includes heavy or physical work.
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Please keep in mind that some operations may require you to wear bandages or other equipment (support
stockings / support bra / compression corsets) for a while after the operation. One exemplary of this equipment
is available free of charge at the clinic. However, if you wish a second one, you will have to pay the extra fee for it
and notify the need early.
VASER Lipo - Precise, gentle, painless Liposuction
It is not without reason that the VASER Lipo is developing into an increasingly sought-after procedure, which is rapidly
gaining in importance compared to the classical procedures of liposuction. Besides the possibility to model the silhouette
according to individual wishes, the method scores with a significantly shorter recovery time. Thanks to the precision and
the gentle technique, the pain is considerably reduced and the risk of side effects such as swelling, bruises or bruising is
significantly lower.
Modellling fatty tissue with VASER Lipo is a liposuction using ultrasound. During the procedure, the surgeon precisely
separates the fatty tissue from the rest of the tissue. Since the VASER method does not generate any heat, it can get much
closer to the skin than the classic methods. This makes it easier to model the contours. In the next step, the surgeon can
work the removed material into areas that require an increase in circumference. The surgeries always take place under
general anaesthetic. An average of five litres of fat is removed from the body duyring a treatment. Doctors in Turkey, where teh VASER Lipo
method is very popular, recommend undergoing a series of lymphatic massages after the procedure. They should be started about 3-4 days after the
treatment.
Lipofilling:
The so-called lipofilling has proven to be particularly successful in Turkish beauty clinics in recent years. This is because
the body's own tissue can be transplanted much more easily than foreign substances. Instead of producing allergies or
rejection effects, the body's own fat tissue degrades much more slowly than other filling materials.
The cushioning effect of the lipofilling is based on the fact that stem cells are transferred in addition to the fat cells. These
cells can transform into any type of cell and thus also develop into skin, bone, muscle and connective tissue, blood and fat
cells as well as tendons and vessels. In this way, they promote the ingrowth of new tissue, ensure permanent volume
maintenance and support the regeneration of the skin.
Barely any limits for use:
Lipofilling is especially suitable for tightening the skin in the facial area. To compensate for wrinkles and unevenness,
material is injected under the corresponding zone. Depending on the filler used, the effect of the procedure lasts for several
months. The same also applies to the treatment of signs of aging of the lips. After a lipofilling they appear much fuller and
take on a new shape.
But also, whole facial areas can be remodeled and changed with a lipofilling. In Turkish beauty clinics, the local specialists
are increasingly using their lipofilling for facelifts. Older patients in particular prefer this option, as this allows particularly
good results to be achieved in plastic surgery from a certain age onwards.
Breast augmentation or the reshaping of the bottom - keyword Brazilian Butt - are further application goals in which
lipofilling is increasingly used. It can therefore be used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from aesthetic
backgrounds to regenerative procedures.
Do you dream of a slim figure and want a confident appearance?
If so, you have found the right place!
Our plastic surgeons are ready to fulfill your wishes and are waiting for you in our clinic. We care about patient satisfac-
tion and try to meet your needs in the best possible way. During the preliminary examination, you will receive a detailed
consultation and our surgeons will perform a detailed examination of your body. Our goal is to offer you the best
solution. Your individual treatment will be discussed with you and we will decide which treatment is best for your body.
We compare individual wishes with the recommendations of our surgeons. The surgeons strive for risk-free results.
In order to make this possible, the medically relevant general conditions such as previous illnesses, possible allergies,
the course of the operation, possible complications and risks as well as the postoperative period are also discussed.
In the anatomy picture below, you can see the zones on which liposuction can be performed. You can also see which areas
cannot be treated. The health of our patients has the highest priority. For this reason, our surgeons do not recommend
liposuction in the lower knee area due to medical concerns.
Medibeauty Clinic’s Medical Team
Medical teams individually selected for your individual requirements
Prof. Dr. E. Ismail
Medical Director and Head of the
Plastic Surgery Department
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Facial Surgery
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Body Surgery
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Medical Aesthetics
In total, the team performed over 60,000 cosmetic surgeries together.
Your individual beauty - at the center of our professionalism
Since 2001, Prof. Dr. Ismail has been the head physician of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. The
treatment practice of the department includes all fields of cosmetic surgery - from nose surgery, breast surgery or
liposuction to professional hair transplantation. Prof. Dr. Ismail and his team of surgeons are internationally recognized
thanks to their professional consulting, treatment and patient care skills. The high technical standards of the clinic - and
of course the world-renowned expertise of the head surgeon - contribute to this.
Your requirements - this is our philosophy
As an experienced surgeon with many years of experience and his position as a medical expert officially approved by the
Turkish government for Istanbul, Prof. Ismail leads the entire team of doctors. The team is accompanied by experienced
plastic surgeons who are exclusively available to Beauty Travels 24 patients. These specialists are exclusively surgeons
who have successfully completed their training with Prof. Ismail and have proven their knowledge and experience in their
field. Unlike many other clinics, each of these surgeons has their own specialty. For example, while one surgeon
specializes in body surgeries, the other attends exclusively to facial surgeries. Our team of doctors can afford this
exclusivity because of the large number of patients who now appreciate and make use of our expertise worldwide.
Customized team - for your individual needs
Our chief physician knows the challenges that each individual procedure poses for the team. As the one personally
responsible, Prof. Ismail examines every image that patients provide us and discusses it with selected professionals from
the team. Since he is liable for each surgery, he guarantees the best and most experienced surgeons for the procedure.
The high quality standard starts with the preliminary examination on site in Istanbul. Together with the patient and
specialists, the patient’s expectations are compared with what is medically achievable. He then combines a customized
team for the procedure for each patient individually in coordination with the existing surgical plan. This exclusive and
forward-thinking approach practically eliminates the risk of possible complications, as the planning and decisions are
made by proven specialists. Each of our patients is assigned their individually selected surgeon as part of their
appointment and travel planning. This eliminates the need for additional research on the part of the patient.
Our promise - your safety
Bottom line: none of our patients have to worry about who will operate on them. Our medical director makes the decision
based on his expertise and the team of surgeons. As a state-legitimized expert witness for the court in Istanbul, Prof.
Ismail knows the challenges of plastic surgery and passes on this experience to his team. Each of our patients can rest
assured that they will be treated by an experienced plastic surgeon. The proven extremely low complication rate at the
Medibeauty Clinic underlines the importance of this approach. Especially since follow-up treatments after departure are
also generally completely problem-free, because daily practice guarantees quality!
Prof. Dr. Ismail: over 8000 cosmetic surgeries personally performed
Success through quality and over 30 years of experience
Our team is not only highly trained, but we all keep our knowledge up to date. As a team, we complement each other
ideally. You as a patient are the focus of our attention. We attach great importance to quality and individual medical
decisions, which we discuss with you in advance in a detailed preliminary examination. We explain the course of the
surgery, the process of postoperative scarring and inform you in detail about your aftercare.
Professor Dr. E. Ismail
Chief Physician
Foreign languages
Turkish, English
Graduation
1983 Istanbul University Medical Faculty 1983 – 1985 Mandatory service
Training
1985-1989 postgraduate studies in the main field Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
1989 scholarship at the University of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Career
1990 – 1995 senior medical officer in England – specializing in facial embellishments (Craniofacial) Member of
the world-renowned surgical teams “Registar” 1995 granting the teaching commitment for the abovementioned
range 1997 – 2001 Co-operation in the United States with Dr. Oscar M. Ramires (Clin. Ass. Prof. John Hopkins
University, Scool of Medicine Baltimore / Maryland), Prof. Dr. Henry Kawamoto Jr. and Prof. Dr. William W. Shaw
(Division of Plastic and Recon constructive Surgery, UCLA / California). since 2001 – appointed professor of
plastic and reconstructive surgery since 2008 Medical Director at Beauty Travels 24.
Experience
30 years of experience in plastic surgery
16 years experience in the field of hair transplantation
More than 8.000 performed operations in the field of plastic surgery
Over 16,000 hair transplant treatments performed for beauty travels only 24 patients
Since 2001 he has also been the medical expert in istanbul higher court for failed
Operations in the field of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.
INTRODUCTION OF THE CLINIC
Medibeauty Clinic is a private clinic group in Istanbul with the most modern facilities, providing the
latest scientific and technological standards. This guarantees you optimal care as the success of your cosmetic surgery is in the best hands.
In addition to friendly and competent care for all aspects of your cosmetic surgery, laser eye treatment, dental surgery or
hair transplantation, the clinic provides state-of-the-art operating theatres and treatment rooms as well as a 24-hour day
& night café.
The clinic is centrally located and can be reached quickly from anywhere. The clinic provides a modern and pleasant environment
for your successful surgery. The Medibeauty Clinic is affiliated to the Medistate Clinic. The Medibeauty
Clinic is one of the best clinics with a JCI certificate. It is equipped with the latest scientific and
technological equipment. Youreceive optimal care and are in good hands during your cosmetic surgery.
International Department - Medibeauty
The Medibeauty Clinic is affiliated to the Medistate Clinic
and is the clinic's international beauty department. All our
patients are accommodated in the international department,
where German, English, French, Italian and Spanish speaking
staff are always at your disposal. During all preliminary
examinations as well as during the operations, we guarantee
you English-speaking care.
Technical standards of the clinic
The clinic is equipped with the latest scientific and
technological equipment. Only self-dissolving sutures and
special plasters are used for cosmetic operations. This
allows you to resume your daily routine the very next day after
the operation in a completely normal and gentle way.
Success through quality and over 30 years of experience!
Practice and experience are decisive in plastic surgery! Our partner surgeons
in Istanbul enjoy an excellent reputation because of their great experience in
the field of plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. We have been
working with the same surgeons for over 12 years. They perform daily
surgeries for your individual beauty. The areas of treatment include all areas
of cosmetic surgery, from nose and breast surgery to liposuction using the
latest methods. With maximum competence in consultation, treatment and
care, the highest technical standards and internationally valued expertise, the
team of Prof. Op. Dr. Ismail E. is known far beyond the borders of the country.
Recommendations for your stay in Istanbul
PERSONALIZED SERVICE - We are here for you!
Our partner hotels available for choice
Directly from the hotel to the clinic!
Certainly you will also wonder where you will be accommodated during your trip and treatment in Istanbul. We cooperate
with reputable hotels that match best with your medical travel in terms of price-quality ratio and we also cooperate with
hotels that offer top service to our patients so that they can have a peaceful rest. Just take care of your recovery and we
will take care of the rest!
Located just a 10-minute drive from the clinic, you will stay
in a beautiful hotel that is very close to the hospital. The
hotel is very suitable for our patients due to the easy
accessibility of the area. You can reach the clinic before
the surgery as well as after the surgery within minutes.
Hotel has an excellent SPA center, while you are in clinic
getting your treatments, your companion can relax in the
SPA center. This hotel is also very convenient for long term
stays due to the price-quality ratio.
5 Star Service Hotel Limak:
5-star luxury hotel, centrally located yet close to the clinic, Hotel
Mövenpick is one of the most beautiful alternatives available
during your trip. If you wish to enjoy luxury comfort and stay at a
central location, this hotel is the perfect choice for you! You will
have a beautiful view of the metropolitan city of Istanbul as well
as Bosphorus and you can enjoy the city perfectly after your
surgery. The hotel has a very luxurious Fitness & SPA Center.
While you are getting your treatment in the clinic, your companion
can enjoy a wonderful rest in the SPA Center. We can book this
hotel for you with extra charge.
Only 20 minutes drive from the clinic, you will stay in a very
luxurious 5-star hotel. Due to its central yet easily accessible
location, this hotel is very convenient for our patients who need to
be directly in a urban center with many shopping opportunities
after surgery. 100 meters away from this hotel you can walk to the
gorgeous shopping centers. Hotel has a very luxurious SPA center
including indoor swimming pool. While you are getting your
treatment in the clinic, your companion can enjoy a wonderful rest
in the SPA Center. We can book this hotel for you with extra
charge.
YOUR TRIP AND TREATMENT SCHEDULE
Please proceed immediately to the agreed meeting point
after passport control and receiving your luggage. Our
transfer service will be waiting for you there. You can
recognize them by a sign with our logo “Beauty Travels
24” (see picture).
On arrival in Istanbul, you will receive a telephone call
from our local staff member, informing you when you will
be expected or picked up for the preliminary examination
or interview (at the clinic!). For this reason, please switch
on your mobile phone as soon as you arrive. Afterwards:
check-in at the hotel/clinic. They will record your personal
data and give you a medical questionnaire.
You will be picked up at the hotel by our transfer at the
agreed time. After the examination (blood drawing), you
will be prepared for the operating. The anaesthetist will
then see you to discuss the anaesthesia with you in
detail.
You will be taken to the operating theatre and will spend
the night in the clinic! (You should therefore have taken
your suitcases with you from the hotel, otherwise the
hotel may charge you for the night.)
In the morning:
follow-up examination at the clinic and discharge. You will
be driven to your hotel and should now rest for a
while.Afterwards you will have free time. Please arrange
the next follow-up examination with the team of doctors or
your caregiver on site. If you feel fit, you may also eat out.
For the next follow-up examination, you will be picked up
again from your hotel. Now you have plenty of time to
explore Istanbul! But please keep in mind that you have
recently undergone surgery and should not spend too
many hours with exhausting activities.
Day 8: Your Departure Day
Before our transfer to the airport: free time until we pick
you up.
12:00 noon: check-out at the hotel - you may leave your luggage
at the hotel reception, if you wish.
3-4 hours before departure: You will be picked up at the hotel
and taken to the airport by the transfer service.
Why choose us?
Our customer service in all areas of treatment (hair transplantation, laser eye surgery, cosmetic surgery, dental aesthet-
ics) has been tested by an internal and external audit both in Germany and Turkey. All patients who have used our services
for the various treatments since 2008 have been contacted by TÜV and participated in a customer service survey. They
supported us by awarding us school grades (1-6) and by recommending us. We received the TÜV certificate with the
grade “very good”. Our certificate number: SC45602
The more you compare, the more reasons speak in our favour!
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We are the only agency whose promises and first-class service have been tested and certified by TÜV.
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For your safety, our selected team of experts comprise the best surgical specialists in the field of plastic surgery.
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No treatment by assistant physicians: You will be treated exclusively by the experienced Prof. E. Ismail M.D. and
his experienced plastic surgeons.
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Use of the latest technologies – for the highest precision.
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In the clinic as well as in the doctor’s surgery, procedures are performed to the highest hygienic standards.
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Despite high quality, advanced treatment and best care: up to 70% cost savings compared to a treatment in Europe.
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English speaking assistance in the clinic is guaranteed.
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In contrast to sole online providers, you will receive detailed advice from us, even before your trip. Your treatment as
well as the travel schedule will be discussed and planned with you in detail. You receive everything personally and from
one source.
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Of course, you can also book combined trips, e.g. nose correction and breast enlargement. Please contact us – it is
non-binding and free of charge.
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For combined treatments (if possible), you may receive a c combination discount. Please request a customized offer
from us.
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Our detailed cost calculation provides you with 100% cost transparency. There are no further costs on site in Istanbul!
For maximum cost transparency
We won’t surprise you with hidden costs – transparency is extremely important to us when dealing with patients, but also
with regard to treatment costs. These costs are based on the individual consultation, detailed cost calculation and
intensive support, the procedure, but also on our infrastructure, which always meets the latest and highest technical and
medical standards.
1 Zone
All-incl. Package
4.000 €
2 Zones
All-incl. Package
4.400 €
3 Zones
All-incl. Package
4.800 €
The treatment may have to be split over two sessions. You will be informed regarding this when you receive the cost
calculation if it will be your case.
These costs are valid until 31.12.2025
The more you compare, the more reasons speak in our favour:
We are the only beauty tourism agency certified by TÜV for service and quality since 2012.
All advantages at a glance!
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Including airfare
Up to 100 €.
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7 overnight stays in Istanbul
Hotel Park Inn by Radisson and one overnight stay at the clinic.
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VIP transfer service with free Wi-Fi
Service individually tailored to surgery times (airport-clinic/hotel-airport).
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Accompanying person free of charge
Overnight stay with you in your room and transfer.
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Medication and equipment
Your aftercare equipment.
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English speaking personal assistant
You will be cared for by our assistants in all clinics.
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No prepayment
Payment on site in cash or by credit card / EC card. 500 € notes
will not be accepted!
Free of charge for an accompanying person
Take your accompanying person with you free of charge. Until 31.12.2025 you only
have to pay the ight costs for your accompanying person - everything. We pay for
the rest!
Your companion will receive these services free of charge: Transfer - Hotel -Breakfast
- Saturday & Saturday city tour etc.
Companion Discount
When two patients travel together for cosmetic surgery or hair transplantation
until 31.12.2025, then each patient will receive a discount of 75 €!
We will deduct this 75 € discount from the surgery costs.
The only condition is that you must travel together!
Yacht Tour
Have you always wanted to experience a yacht tour?
Then travel with a group of at least 5 patients/friends and we will give you a
Bosphorus tour in Istanbul for free!
Visit us! Consulting center since 2008 at the :