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Gastric balloon in Israel: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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While Gastric balloon treatment offers are not available in Israel, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

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Best selling package this month
Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
5
Excellent
• 10 reviews
doctor Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
19 years of experience
Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
Surgeon's portfolio
Before and after Gastric balloon photos by Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul Before and after Gastric balloon photos by Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
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Before and after Gastric balloon photos by Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
  • Method: Weight loss with gastric balloon and dietitian support
  • Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is highly experienced in advanced laparoscopic surgery due to his crucial training and vast amount of procedures he has performed.
  • Lotus Bariatrics serves 350 patients annually, attracting individuals from Europe, the Commonwealth, the Balkans, Canada, and the USA.
  • Included services: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), video or text consultation, consultation with a doctor, general anesthesia, sedation, follow-up examination, consultation with an anesthesiologist, consultation with a physician, follow-up visit, consultation with a nutritionist, consultation with a bariatric surgeon, VIP transfer, 4* hotel
  • Stay info: 0 days stay in the hospital, 3 days stay in the hotel, accommodation not included in the price
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Weight loss with gastric balloon and dietitian support
Best price
5
10 reviews
$1616
per package
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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
4.5
Good
• 143 reviews
doctor Burcin Batman
17 years of experience • 1000+ treatments performed
Burcin Batman
Surgeon's portfolio
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  • Method: Gastric balloon
  • Dr. Burcin Batman has been involved in over 1,000 cases of obesity and metabolic surgery in 6 years.
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital serves 250,000 patients annually and is certified by JCI for international standards.
  • Included Services: Consultation with a cardiologist, electroencephalography (EEG), consultation with a bariatric surgeon, consultation with a nutritionist, follow-up visit, biochemistry blood test, complete blood count (CBC), echocardiography, follow-up examination, chest X-ray, consultation with an anesthesiologist, electrocardiogram (ECG), post-op medications, medications, blood tests, preoperative tests, general anesthesia, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport, 5* hotel.
  • Stay Info: 0 days stay in the hospital, 2 days stay in a 5* hotel included in the price.
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Gastric balloon All Included for 6 Months
4.5
143 reviews
$1891
per package
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IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO
Italy, Milan
5
Excellent
• 14 reviews
doctor Alessandro Giovanelli
31 years of experience
Alessandro Giovanelli
  • Technique: Intragastric Balloon (IGB)
  • Alessandro Giovanelli focuses on minimally invasive surgeries, using advanced technologies like laparoscopy and the da Vinci robot.
  • IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO has earned recognition for its cardiovascular unit and expertise in diagnosing and treating obesity.
  • Included Services: Language assistance, hospitalization.
  • Stay Info: 1 day stay in the hospital, 0 days stay in the hotel, transfer is not included.
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Intragastric Balloon (IGB)
5
14 reviews
$5518
per package
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Estherian Clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
New
doctor Kurmay Celen
13 years of experience
Kurmay Celen
Surgeon's portfolio
Before and after Gastric balloon photos by Dr. Kurmay Celen Before and after Gastric balloon photos by Dr. Kurmay Celen
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  • Implant type: Allurion gastric balloon
  • Kurmay Celen has specialized in weight loss surgery since 2011.
  • Estherian Clinic serves 600 patients annually from Europe, the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.
  • Included Services: Hospitalization, afterward hotel stay, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport
  • Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 6 days stay in the hotel, included in the price
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Premium Gastric bypass all inclusive
New
$8145
per package
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Near East University Hospital
Northern Cyprus , Nicosia
5
Excellent
• 3 reviews
doctor Ahmet Soykurt
10 years of experience
Ahmet Soykurt
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  • Technique: Standard Gastric Sleeve
  • Ahmet Soykurt is an advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery specialist with extensive training.
  • Near East University Hospital is the largest multispecialty hospital in Northern Cyprus, attracting patients from Turkey, Bulgaria, France, the UK, and the Netherlands.
  • Included Services: Blood tests, hotel, consultation with a doctor, consultation with an anesthesiologist, chest X-ray, lose weight, consultation with a surgeon, consultation with a bariatric surgeon, echocardiography, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, follow-up examination, general anesthesia, medications, preoperative tests, post-op medications, ultrasound, ultrasonography, hospitalization + afterward hotel stay, VIP transfer.
  • Stay Info: 4 days stay in the hospital, 3 days stay in the hotel, both included in the price.
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Standard Gastric Sleeve All Included
5
3 reviews
$5255
per package
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Gastric balloon Overview in Israel

Takeaways
Related procedures & Costs
How it works
What to expect
Pros & Cons
Benefits
Payment
patients recommend -
84%
Surgery Time - 1 hour
Stay in the country - 2 days
Rehabilitation - 3 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 6652
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Gastric bypass
  • This operation helps lose weight by altering your stomach and small intestine"s processing of the food you eat.

  • This procedure, for obesity and diabetes, alters the gut to improve the body"s metabolic regulations and health.

  • This operation shrinks the stomach size, encouraging weight loss. It"s swift, relatively safe, and effective.

  • The operation is a weight-loss surgery which redirects digestion, reducing calorie absorption substantially.

  • This surgery promotes weight loss via a robot-assisted technique, restricting stomach size and rerouting the small intestine.

  • This operation reduces stomach size and reroutes food path for weight loss, improving health issues like diabetes.

  • This operation reduces stomach size through sutures, promoting weight loss without surgical invasion, offering rapid recovery benefits.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Arrive in the country.
  • Receive a VIP transfer to the clinic.
  • Check-in at the hotel.
  • Rest for the day.

Day 2 - Pre-Operation

  • Meeting with the bariatric surgeon.
  • Undergo necessary medical tests.
  • Receive pre-operative instructions.

Day 3 - Operation Day

  • Admission to the clinic.
  • Undergo gastric balloon procedure under sedation.
  • Procedure lasts 20-30 minutes.
  • Discharge from the clinic in the evening.

Day 4 - Post-Operation

  • Rest at the hotel.
  • Follow the prescribed diet plan.
  • Take pain and nausea medication if needed.

Day 5 - Departure

  • Check out from the hotel.
  • VIP transfer to the airport.
  • Depart from the country.

Week 1 - Rehabilitation

  • Follow a liquid diet.
  • Gradually introduce solid foods.
  • Avoid strenuous activities.

Week 2 and onwards

  • Return to work and normal activities.
  • Follow up consultations with the surgeon.
  • See the final result after six months.

Please note: This plan may vary depending on individual health conditions and the recommendations of the surgeon.

What patients like:

  1. Cost.The Gastric balloon cost in Israel varies from $1776 to $8145. This is quite affordable compared to the average price of $8000 in the United States, $6000 in the UK, and $7000 in Australia.
  2. Doctors' Professionalism. Patients appreciate the high level of doctor's professionalism in Israel. Many doctors are members of international medical organizations and have performed numerous Gastric balloon procedures.
  3. Service level. Patients commend the excellent service level. They highlight the caring and attentive medical staff, smooth procedures, and comprehensive post-operation support.
  4. Gastric balloon efficacy. Patients report high satisfaction rates with the Gastric balloon procedure in Israel. They note significant weight loss and improved health outcomes.
  5. Logistics. The logistics are appreciated by patients. Hospital transfers, quick registration, and fast procedure times make the experience seamless.

What patients don't like:

  1. Waiting time. Some patients reported long waiting times for the procedure, which can cause anxiety and discomfort.
  2. Language barrier. While most doctors and nurses speak English, some patients noted difficulty in communication with non-medical staff.
  3. Follow-up care. Although initial service is praised, a few patients expressed dissatisfaction with the follow-up care, finding it less attentive.

How Much Does Gastric balloon Cost in Israel?

The average price of Gastric balloon in Israel is $3849, the minimum price is $1776, and the maximum price is $8145.
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The world’s best hospitals for the gastric balloon are presented in the list below. Specialists perform stomach balloon for obese patients treatment. People with obesity and related problems (diabetes, high cholesterol, etc.) notice the improvement in 6 months after the procedure.

The ranking is formed according to balloon surgery for weight loss reviews and Bookimed Doctors’ expert opinion.

The price for the gastric balloon varies in different countries and cities. The balloon weight loss surgery cost includes consultation with a doctor and the procedure itself. The cost depends on surgeon’s fee.

Discover the Best Gastric balloon Clinics in Israel: 1 Verified Option and Prices
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Gastric balloon
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 138 reviews
doctor Erwin Santo
Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience
Erwin Santo

Gastric balloon procedure is performed in the Sourasky (Ichilov) Internal Medicine Division. Sourasky Medical Center is one of the best clinics in Israel for the procedure according to balloon surgery for weight loss reviews.

15-20% of the excess weight a patient loses in 6 months after the gastric balloon. The procedure is minimally invasive. It takes 20-30 minutes. The balloon is drawn upon the stomach 6 months after the procedure. A patient should follow doctors’ recommendations to achieve the best result.

This is one of the most innovative kind of weight loss procedures. The balloon weight loss surgery cost here includes consultation with a specialist and the procedure itself.

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accreditations:

World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Fastest treatment organization certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Joint Commission International  certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
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World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
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Pamela Goldstein • Jun 30, 2019
They were extremely helpful and accommodating. The team nade it easy to book the appointment as well as following thru with another appointment . Dr Anouk was extremely thorough and efficient.
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Erwin Santo
Israel, Tel Aviv
Erwin Santo
Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
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European Association of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy and Nutrition
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Dr. Erwin Santo is an Israeli top rated gastroenterologist, an expert in the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract and liver diseases. Was the first in Israel who started to use interventional ultrasound. Co-founder of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Doctor Santo heads the Gastroenterological Department at Sourasky Medical Center. Specialty Doctor Santo is an expert in diagnostics and treatment of gastric and liver diseases. Among his profound expertise is pancreas diseases diagnostics. Work experience Since 2010 — Head of the Gastroenterological Department at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) 2004-2009 — Director of the Interventional Endoscopy Unit at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) 1983-1988 — Deputy Director of the Internal Medicine Unit in Beilinson Hospital. Education The Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine — Degree in general medicine Beilinson Hospital — Specialty in internal medicine. Membership in organizations The American Gastroenterological Association The Israeli Association of Gastroenterology The European Association of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy and Nutrition.
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