Preoperative Preparation for Bariatric Surgery

Tests and assessments

• Blood work (CBC, biochemistry, thyroid, vitamins, HbA1c)
• Upper GI endoscopy
• Abdominal ultrasound and chest imaging
• ECG and anaesthesia review
• Endocrinology, cardiology or pulmonology consults when needed
• Nutritional assessment and dietitian counselling

Lifestyle preparation

• Smoking cessation at least 4 weeks before surgery
• Alcohol avoidance
• Regular physical activity as tolerated
• Liver-shrinking diet (typically 10–14 days before surgery) when prescribed

Medications

Anticoagulants, NSAIDs and certain diabetes medications may need to be adjusted before surgery. Always share your full medication list with the surgical and anaesthesia teams.

For international patients

A typical stay in Antalya is 7–10 days. Most tests can be completed locally in the first 1–2 days. Surgery is usually performed on day 2–3, with hospital discharge after 2–3 days and a follow-up before flying home.