Selected cases only

Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) in Turkey

A complex bariatric and metabolic procedure offering powerful effects with the highest nutritional follow-up demands.

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Procedure snapshot

ApproachAdvanced laparoscopic surgery

Anatomical changeMajor anatomical change

Centre statusSelected cases only

Bariatric surgical assessmentDr Kenan Afilitak

Understand the procedure

What is Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)?

BPD/DS combines a sleeve-shaped stomach with duodenal division and a longer intestinal bypass. Food and digestive juices meet much further down the small intestine, creating substantial metabolic and malabsorptive effects.

BPD/DS has strong metabolic and malabsorptive effects and therefore requires highly selective candidacy, experienced surgery and intensive lifelong nutrition follow-up.

01Advanced laparoscopic surgeryTreatment approach

02Major anatomical changePermanence

03Selected cases onlyClinical status

Individual selection

Who may be considered?

BMI alone does not select a treatment. Medical history, metabolic health, reflux, previous procedures, nutrition and capacity for long-term follow-up are considered together.

Very severe obesity

Complex metabolic disease requiring a powerful option

Selected revision after earlier bariatric surgery

Patients able to sustain intensive lifelong monitoring

Clinical safety:

This is general information. A decision should follow discussion of individual risks, alternatives and the option of no procedure.

Balanced decision

See potential benefits and limitations together.

Potential benefits

Among the strongest weight-loss effects of established operations
Powerful impact on type 2 diabetes and metabolism
Pylorus is retained
Can be used in highly selected revision pathways

Risks and disadvantages

Complex surgical and bowel complications
Protein-calorie malnutrition
Serious vitamin and mineral deficiency
Frequent stools, gas and digestive changes
Need for revision if nutrition cannot be maintained

Follow-up requirements

Longer and more intensive early monitoring
High protein targets
Lifelong specialist supplements
Frequent laboratory review and rapid correction of deficiencies

Step by step

From first review to long-term follow-up.

The pathway and timing vary with individual medical needs; obtain your written plan before flights or payment.

Initial assessment

Medical history, BMI, medicines, goals and previous attempts.

Clinical selection

Surgeon or responsible clinician review, tests and comparison of alternatives.

Written plan

Hospital, clinician, inclusions, price, travel and aftercare confirmed.

Treatment & follow-up

Procedure, discharge, nutrition progression and long-term clinical review.

Transparent quotation

Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) price and package scope.

No verified fixed price has been supplied for procedures other than gastric sleeve. A personal quotation follows confirmation of suitability, responsible clinician, hospital time, tests, materials or device and aftercare.

Request an itemised quote

Responsible clinician and clinical plan

Required tests and anaesthesia

Hospital or procedure-centre scope

Device and materials where applicable

Hotel, interpreter and transfers if included

Nutrition, medicines and aftercare plan

Patient experiences

See results—and ask for the details.

These images show different bariatric patient journeys at the centre and may not represent this exact procedure. Results vary and are never a guarantee.

Bariatric patient journey result 1 — Real patient journey

Bariatric patient journey result 2 — Real patient journey

Bariatric patient journey result 3 — Real patient journey

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Your doctor and care team

Dr Kenan Afilitak

General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery Specialist Dr Kenan Afilitak works with the multidisciplinary team across bariatric, metabolic and laparoscopic surgical assessment.

The centre has focused on obesity care for more than 22 years. The responsible treating clinician, hospital and aftercare plan should be confirmed in writing before booking.

Surgeon profile +90 546 917 81 97

Bariatric coordinatorMustafa Hekin+90 544 388 28 34 Bariatric dietitianAylin Demir+90 545 133 99 79

Hospital interpreterYaseminCommunication support from admission to discharge

Your treatment setting in Istanbul

Hospital, room and partner hotel.

The proposed facility and accommodation can vary with procedure and clinical need; verify the official name and current applicable documents before booking.

Clinical care area at Istanbul Obesity Hospital — Hospital & clinical care

Partner accommodation area at Mayi Hotel — Mayi Hotel

A first screening step

Calculate BMI—then decide with the team.

BMI is only one part of assessment. Procedure choice also depends on medical history, related conditions, anatomy, nutrition and individual risks.

Your result—

Enter your height and weight for a screening BMI estimate.

BMI is a screening measure, not a diagnosis or a decision about surgery. Medical history, related conditions, nutrition, previous weight-management attempts and surgeon assessment are also required.

Frequently asked questions

Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) questions, answered clearly.

What to know about suitability, risk, price, travel and aftercare before booking.

01What is Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)?+

02Who may be suitable for Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)?+

Very severe obesity. Complex metabolic disease requiring a powerful option. Selected revision after earlier bariatric surgery. Patients able to sustain intensive lifelong monitoring.

03What are the main potential benefits?+

Among the strongest weight-loss effects of established operations. Powerful impact on type 2 diabetes and metabolism. Pylorus is retained. Can be used in highly selected revision pathways.

04What are the risks and disadvantages?+

Complex surgical and bowel complications; Protein-calorie malnutrition; Serious vitamin and mineral deficiency; Frequent stools, gas and digestive changes; Need for revision if nutrition cannot be maintained. Personal risks must be discussed with the surgeon or responsible clinician.

05How much does Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) cost in Turkey?+

No verified fixed price is published for this procedure. An itemised personal quotation is supplied after tests, hospital stay, responsible clinician, device or material, accommodation and aftercare needs are defined.

06How long would I need to stay in Turkey?+

Length of stay depends on the procedure, investigations, hospital observation and individual recovery. You should receive a written travel and discharge plan before booking flights.

07What does recovery and nutrition involve?+

Longer and more intensive early monitoring. High protein targets. Lifelong specialist supplements. Frequent laboratory review and rapid correction of deficiencies.

08Is Dr Kenan Afilitak involved in assessment?+

Bariatric and metabolic surgical assessments are planned with Dr Kenan Afilitak and the relevant multidisciplinary team. The responsible treating clinician and hospital are confirmed in writing before booking.

09Is aftercare included after treatment?+

Nutrition, supplements, blood tests, medicine changes and urgent contact routes are defined in the written aftercare plan for the selected procedure. Long-term clinical review remains important.

Medical sourcesASMBS — Bariatric surgery procedures NICE — Overweight and obesity management

Free initial assessment

Let’s assess the right approach for you.

Complete the form and our medical coordination team will contact you on WhatsApp. Final suitability is decided only after surgeon review and appropriate testing.

+90 545 133 99 79 info@istanbulobesitycenter.com