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See how many are having revisions from lap band to sleeve and you'll know that you'll be headed that way too. I opted for a mini bypass....due to only one connection and not 2 as in rny! Band now being abandoned by top surgeons worldwide. BornFat

Be positive! It's life changing. Most people wish they'd gone for it long before they did! I'm day 12 post op...thankfully no regrets. BornFat

Hi Glam, liquids weigh 1kg/ ltr so the point put across my our fraternity is correct. IMHO where you weigh yourself can give different results. Best to weigh on hard level floors. Also your scales may be out too. Good luck and don't worry too much brave girl ! Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hang in there! I'm starting Monday too. Wish you well. Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm having surgery in Istanbul on 23/04/18. Would live to hear from people around London/ Surrey having their surgeries around this time ! Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgery is on 23 April. Fingers crossed for you Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Well done! Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Take it one step at a time. Fingers tightly crossed for you Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Good luck brooks.... Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi Albus Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Please also look into NHS funding for your operation in Belgium under EU Directive. Here's a link to look into: https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Healthcareabroad/plannedtreatment/Pages/Introduction.aspx In addition, I've come across a company that can assist you with this.... Here's an email to assist arnis@medrefund.co.uk Good luck with your search for a new life. Your hospital detail would very appreciated. Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Well done! Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Please share info if any members have any Istanbul or Turkey experience. I am currently doing my research for a possible April '18 gastric bypass. Look forward to a helping hand [emoji5] Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi Folks, I did not find a topic of patients travelling within the EU and Turkey for BARIATRIC surgery. Your personal experiences in this forum can be very useful to people of our fraternity. Cost wise, Turkey bypass cost is just over £3k and Riga or Lithuania is about 30%+. The UK costs are a minimum of £11k. This makes medical travel very cost effective. I was advised in the Emirates that Turkish hospitals are very good. Can we generalize though? I do understand that one cannot be overtly critical. The goal being - minimizing risk. I have come a cross various clinics with reviews that are questionable. I cannot obviously trust all service providers with myself. I look forward to all replies and thank you all in anticipation. I wish all those having surgery ,wherever you may be , the very best of luck with your new body. Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi, How did you get on? I'm based in UK and considering Turkey at the Mo. Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations! Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi, I'd really appreciate to hear from any patients that may have travelled to Turkey or Eastern Europe for BARIATRIC surgery. I am considering to travel for surgery. Any assistance by way of personal/ family experiences will be much appreciated. Sent from my Z1 using BariatricPal mobile app