CLINIC WISE

I had a BBL with Dr. Ersin Gonullu at Clinic Wise 12 days ago and I want to say that my experience from beginning to end (and still ongoing as I’m in recovery) has been EXCEPTIONAL. While my results aren’t final as I my surgery was very recent, my experience with the whole Clinic Wise team were amazing, a big thank you to Dr. Ersin, my coordinator Cleo, nurses Burcu & Fatma, assistants Rumeysa & Şafak and everyone else! I was very nervous since it was my first surgery and I was doing it alone but they all made me feel safe, cared for and well informed. Dr. Ersin even held my hand when I was on the operating bed because I was so so nervous, they were really so kind! Everything is very well organised from start to finish, with the transfers, great hotel, nurse visits and the hospital where they perform the surgery (Acibadem) is the best private hospital in Turkey.

Cleo kindly answered to my million questions about the surgery prior to booking and Dr. Ersin was very calm and ensured natural results (natural results was a very important factor for me). There’s no denying that the BBL surgery isn’t an easy surgery, it’s a major surgery, it was tough mentally for me, I didn’t have much pain because they ensure you have enough meds for that, no matter what surgeon you choose the surgery isn’t an easy one but the team at clinic wise will make the whole experience as smooth as possible.

I will attach a before op photo and 9 days post op photo. Since its only 9 days after, the results aren’t final but so far I’m extremely happy with the results. FYI, I had lipo on my stomach, back, arms, armpits, inner thigh and chin, I wanted to create a natural bum and some shape on the hips. I’m considered a ‘skinny’ patient which is more challenging for surgeons but Dr. Ersin is extremely skilled and experienced and I believe he did a very good job.

Advice for people travelling to Istanbul to do a BBL, I would extend your stay at the hotel a few days more before flying home, I stayed 6 days post op, but the flight home was very uncomfortable, my legs were extremely bruised and swollen so sitting on the bbl pillow for a 3 hour flight was painful. I would advise patients to extend their stay a few days extra, that would be ideal in my opinion.

My quote was 5750€ + 500€ For extra lipo areas, which I added 3, so the total was around 7,250€. (That includes, hotel, all transfers, Fajas, compression wear, lipo boards etc)

My Coordinator was Cleo Tayfun. From my first contact, she was able to build a foundation of trust. I asked questions freely. Detailed answers were provided.

I had a video consultation with Dr Hakan Demirel. Apart from my personal research and gut feeling about the procedure, clinic and Doctor, Cleo was able to make me feel comfortable with my decision to go with Dr Hakan Demirel and I did not feel any pressure at all.

My offer came with personalised details about the procedure and package plan in Turkey.

Although I felt a bit of time pressure to secure the price offered to me, this was also handled very well when I discussed it.

I had my Surgery August 2023 and Cleo was able to secure my chosen date. I expressed concern about the timelines (drain removal, massage) and she was able to provide solutions that eased my concerns.

In Turkey, I was picked up by the assigned Taxi company on arrival. My Personal Assistant (Omer) helped with pre-op processes at the hospital and accompanied me to the Hotel. All the staff at the hospital were professional. Omer helped translate all conversations. I had a consultation with my Anaesthesiologist, and she seemed very competent and experienced. I was able to ask her questions about the medication to be used, my concerns, and she explained everything to me. Patient health was prioritized as she told me to inform her if I experienced any cold symptoms before my appointment.

Going into Surgery and Post-Surgery, I felt even more comfortable because the Nurse assigned to me could speak a little English. They were kind & professional. I would say I was polite and also extended kind remarks to the staff as I believe you should treat people the way you want them to treat you.

I asked questions every step of the way about the medications being administered to my IV. All the staff in the operating room were really kind. Hospital facilities 10/10 (Istanbul Onkoloji Hastanesi).

When I woke up, Omer was there with me, my Doctor also came in to address me. Due to shift changes, I had a night nurse that was not particularly careful in handling my drains and caused me some pain. There was a man who was a Nursing Assistant, a bit older, who really showed care. He came to check up on me quite frequently to see if I was eating, sleeping well or if I needed anything. He also escorted me when I was leaving the hospital.

I was very comfortable with Doctor Hakan and his private nurse, hospital staff and facilities, Omer, hotel and the Clinic Wise Nurse at the Hotel who visited every evening (with bottles of water for me 😊) till I left Turkey. Although most of the nursing staff did not speak English, we were able to communicate well with Google Translate App.
I went alone for the surgery and was well cared for. All garments, medications were provided and I did not have to make any purchase.

Now 3 months post-op, I am grateful I had a smooth experience. Still waiting to see my final results but most of my swelling already subsided.

Based on my personal experience, I would 100% recommend Clinic Wise and Doctor Hakan Demirel.

Clinic Wise AfterCare team seems a bit delayed with responses. I also think when you return to your base, its more like the rest is up to you. Your concerns would of course be forwarded to your Doctor but at that point, I think they will only offer advice and you will have to pursue treatment at your GP if any issue arises. Again, I am thankful for a smooth journey and will wait to see the final look of things.

Improvement areas
Patients should be given another discussion consultation session (maybe 30 mins) with Doctor in-person before surgery to agree on desired result (shape, size etc.).
Consultation with Doctor on Surgery Day felt a bit rushed. I had hoped that there will be enough time and room to discuss my concerns with fat transfer in detail and Doctor could patiently advise on the specifics. I felt like I needed to make a quick decision on the spot.

Nevertheless, I will make the same choice again.

Hello everyone. I want to thank this special clinic for its care and kindness. Dr Gonullu is a gem! He was very nice and experienced. I saw lot of videos of him on Instagram and became a fan!!! Then I decided to have my turn for a bbl and lipo. I've already have forms but I wanted to look more like an hourglass. So I decided to apply. And everything went very well. My coordinator Batu is very nice person he came to see me at the clinic. At first, I was a little shy to send my pictures but he talked to me and gave me that trust so everything was ok. Thank you for everything! xxx

I had gynecomastia, lipo and hairtransplant with Clinic Wise. It was a very nice adventure for me, the team is really good and helped me a lot. I also left a comment for my boyd surgeon on his page (hakan demirel) in this one I want to talk about my hair transplant. I did it like before a long time, and now my hair is growing and I am very happy with the results. The staff of clinic-wise could really be the best one in Turkey. My body surgery is my second time with this clinic and I really appreciate it. thank you.

I recently had gastric sleeve surgery at Clinic Wise and I couldn't be happier with my experience. From the initial consultation to the post-operative follow-up, the entire process was seamless and professional. I highly recommend Clinic Wise!!!

I came to Turkey with my father who had hair transplantation and asked Clinic Wise if they something without surgery for my face. The coordinator helped me and told me about HIFU treatment. It's like a facelift without surgery. I was so excited so, I wanted to try it. And it's magical because even a minute after the process I could see the change on my face.

Of course it will take more time to have real results but even now I am very happy. The doctor was a very beautiful, young and smiling person. I loved her, and of course all the Clinic Wise team. Thank you for all. It was really worth it.

I wanted to thank Clinic Wise and Dr Firat for their care. I had sleeve surgery with Dr Firat. He is funny and very nice. I hope this surgery will change my life, and I feel very safe because the clinic-wise team always text me to ask if I am good and eating/drinking well. I am very thankful to you guys. I will come back in a few months to have also my body surgeries after I lose all of my kgs.

All I can say is, this clinic is NUMBER ONE. They take good care of you before and after the surgery. They are kind and helpful. I am very happy to have my surgery with you and very happy with my results. I reccomend this clinic 100%!!!

6 months ago I had hair transplantation procdess with Clinic Wise and I am very satisfied with. My self-confidence was lost because I lost all my hair in 4 years. But now I can tell that I am gaining it. I socialise more now and don't feel embarrassed to go out in public. I feel as if I am someone else and I am very happy. My biggest fear was that this hair was not my real hair, but I found out that it was completely my own hair. The process of the hair transplantation was almost painless, I only felt a little pain at the beginning when I was injecting the anaesthetic needle. They told me how to wash it very well, and the assistant next to me took a video of my hair-washing moment, which was very useful to me. You guys are very good at your job. Please keep it that way.
Danke! and Best wishes

I just wanted to say that Clinic Wise has a great team and great doctors. I had bariatric surgery last year and lost 110Ibs. It’s been a year now and they’re still talking and my sister had SAFE BBL with them. We both liked and appreciate all the work.

Thank you for everything. If you want to have bariatric surgery in Turkey, Clinic Wise should be your first choice. Because with their experienced and professional. I am sure that you'll find and have just the thing you want!!

I’ve allwayss been overweight in my life and last year I found out that I had Diabet type 2. I directly made my researches on Google+Instagram and this is how I met Clinic Wise. They were so nice with me, answered my questions really quick and helped me. I was 330 Ibs and now 4 months after my surgery I am like 260Ibs and it’s changed too much things in my life.

First of all I don’t have diabetes, and even when I sleep I feel better. Being overweight is really a sensitive subject, I was afraid that people who I talk to judge me, but the team of Clinic Wise is really kind. They listened and understand me. The dietitian is still following me, I have my diet list for every stage, my coordinator always in touch with me.

After care team is sending me messages just even to ask if I am drinking a lot of water, I think it is good because knowing that someone is there for you is just… I can’t even find words… Thank you! I will upgrade my comment when I will lost more!!!

Excellent service and I received top quality surgery. Dr Ersin such a lovely caring man, who is an amazing surgeon. 110% recommended. Such perfection and neat surgery was received. Transfers perfect/ pre op and post op perfect. The nurses who visited twice a day were so kind and caring. Thank you so much. Service fantastic.

I had a truly amazing experience with Clinic Wise that I can't fault in any way. I felt taken care of from the moment I arrived in Turkey. Everything was taken care of and someone was always available. Team is outstanding and really made me feel comfortable. It came so naturally to the team that I felt as if we were great friends. The support, before the gastric bypass operation and after was perfect. I was able to ask questions and nothing was too much.