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Gastric botox in Turkey

Gastric Botox in Turkey

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  • Time in Istanbul1–2 days
  • Procedure20–30 min endoscopy, sedation
  • Effect lastsAbout 4–6 months
What is gastric botox?

Gastric botox is a non-surgical weight-loss treatment. During an endoscopy, a doctor injects botulinum toxin into parts of the stomach wall. This slows how quickly the stomach empties and can reduce hunger, so you feel full sooner and for longer.

There are no cuts and you usually go home the same day. The effect wears off after about 4–6 months, so it works best as a short-term help alongside a diet plan - it is not a replacement for a gastric sleeve.

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Weight-loss surgeons we work with - ask your coordinator which of them perform gastric botox and get a written quote.

Prof. Dr. Toygar Toydemir 20 yrs experience Prof. Dr. Toygar Toydemir İstanbul Cerrahi Hospital Free quoteVerified Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ozan Şen 18 yrs experience Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ozan Şen İstanbul Cerrahi Hospital Free quoteVerified Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kalaycı 28 yrs experience Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kalaycı BHT Clinic İstanbul Tema Hospital Free quoteVerified Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Atabey 13 yrs experience Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Atabey VM Medical Park Maltepe Hospital Free quoteVerified Dr. Taalaibek Sydykov 3 yrs experience Dr. Taalaibek Sydykov Türkiye Hospital Free quoteVerified Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Yardımcı 12 yrs experience Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Yardımcı Medicana Ataköy Hospital Free quoteVerified
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Why book through &NewMe

  • Verified surgeonsA named surgeon, with licence and hospital checked on HealthTürkiye. How we verify
  • A written, itemised quote before you travelSet by the provider, with what is included. Patients do not pay &NewMe a fee.
  • A real coordinator, before, during and afterIf something goes wrong, we stand by you and help sort it out with the provider. You have the same rights as Turkish patients under the Patient Rights Regulation.

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How much does gastric botox cost?

In the UK, private gastric botox typically costs £2,000–£4,000. Prices in Turkey are usually well below that.

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Usually included

  • Consultation and blood tests
  • Endoscopy with sedation
  • The botulinum toxin injections
  • Same-day or overnight hospital stay
  • A diet plan after the procedure

Often extra - check your quote

  • Hotel nights
  • Flights and transfers
  • Longer dietitian follow-up
  • Repeat treatments

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Before, during and after your trip - in English
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What a typical trip looks like

Most people need 1–2 days in Istanbul. Your exact plan is in your quote.

  1. Free online assessment - share your height, weight and health history
  2. Arrive, blood tests and consultation with the doctor
  3. No food for about 8 hours, then a 20–30 minute endoscopy under sedation
  4. A few hours of rest and discharge, often the same day
  5. Fly home the next day with a diet plan and follow-up on WhatsApp

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Before you book any doctor through &NewMe, we check these things for you.

Licensed hospitalsEndoscopy in hospitals licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Experienced specialistsDone by general surgeons or gastroenterologists we have checked.
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Licensed agency&NewMe is a TÜRSAB-licensed health tourism agency based in Istanbul.

Frequently asked questions

Is gastric botox surgery?

No. It is done through an endoscope passed through the mouth - there are no cuts and no stitches.

Does it hurt?

You are sedated during the endoscopy, so most people remember little of it. A sore throat or bloating afterwards is common and short-lived.

How long does it last?

The effect usually fades after about 4–6 months. The habits you build during that time decide how much of the weight stays off.

How long do I need to stay in Turkey?

Usually 1–2 days: tests and the procedure on one day, and flying home the next.

Can I repeat it?

Yes, some people repeat it after the effect has worn off. Your doctor will advise whether it makes sense for you.

Gastric botox, balloon or sleeve?

Botox is the lightest option for modest weight loss. A gastric balloon usually gives more weight loss over 6–12 months. A gastric sleeve is surgery and is meant for larger, long-term weight loss.

Related treatments

Gastric Botox
Endoscopic injections, no surgery
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A temporary balloon that fills the stomach
Gastric Sleeve
Weight-loss surgery for lasting results
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Everything about gastric botox

How gastric botox works

Botulinum toxin relaxes muscle. Injected into the stomach wall - usually the upper part (fundus) and the outlet (antrum) - it slows the muscle contractions that push food onward. Food stays in the stomach longer and some patients produce less of the hunger hormone ghrelin, so portions get smaller more easily. It starts working within a few days and fades as the nerves recover.

Who is it for?
  • A BMI roughly between 27 and 40 - often people who want to lose 5–15 kg
  • People who do not qualify for, or do not want, surgery
  • People ready to follow a diet and activity plan for the months it works
  • No prior stomach surgery (ask your doctor if you have had any)

It is not suitable in pregnancy or breastfeeding, for people with neuromuscular conditions such as myasthenia gravis, or with an allergy to botulinum toxin. Using botox in the stomach for weight loss is an off-label use - your doctor should explain this.

How much weight can I lose?

Results vary a lot. Many patients lose a moderate amount over the first 3–6 months, and studies show the results depend heavily on diet changes. It is best seen as a head start - if you need to lose a large amount of weight, a gastric balloon or surgery usually does more.

What happens on the day

You fast for about 8 hours. Under light sedation, a thin camera (endoscope) is passed through the mouth into the stomach and the injections are given through it. The endoscopy takes 20–30 minutes; after a few hours of rest you can usually leave. The doctor also sees the stomach lining during the endoscopy, which can show problems such as ulcers.

Risks and side effects
  • A sore throat, bloating or mild nausea for a day or two
  • Indigestion or reflux
  • Constipation
  • Risks of sedation and endoscopy (rare)
  • Very rarely, weakness elsewhere in the body if the toxin spreads

After the procedure

Start with liquids and soft food for a day or two, then return to normal food in smaller portions. Eat slowly, stop when you feel full, drink between meals and add regular activity - this is where most of the result comes from. The treatment can be repeated after the effect wears off.

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