Op. Dr. Mahmut Doğan Reviews 

I’m 3 months post op and I’m 40kgs down and I feel fantastic🤩Dr Dogan and his team are amazing. This has been a life changing decision for me and I highly recommend any one that is wanting to take this weight lose journey. Thank you Dr Dogan and the team🥰

First of all Dr Dogan was great! No faults about my actual surgery but there is work to be done with care. We were only given paracetamol for pain which didn't work. I think if we had something stronger then recovery would of been faultless. Also just found out the hospital we were in is a medical university so obviously these nurses are still training. Our coordinator at the hospital was good to begin with but towards the end she was rushing like we were sheep dogs. Couldn't make the effort to remember our names or be sympathetic. Dr Dogans assistant was absolutely amazing and funny! I would recommend Dr Dogan but take a support person to advocate for you and also take stronger meds :)

I'm 3 weeks post operation for a Gastric Sleeve. There is nothing I can fault with any of the process, from the initial contact to the ongoing dietician support.

The value for money is incredible, all of the hospital staff were great and the language barrier wasn't really much of an issue at all, and (despite the journeys being a bit hairy at times) the driver we had was really nice and friendly.

4 days post op and I cannot be more thankful to Dr Dogan and the whole team. Flying from Brisbane, might seem overwhelming but trust me you’re in great hands. Kerem went out of his way to make sure that everything was organised perfectly, from airport and hotel transfers to paperwork. He has got you covered. My surgery was at the new Liv Hospital and it is so nice! It’s brand new facility, and the nursing staff is on hand around the clock google translate will be your best friend. I got the all clear today to discharge, now seeing a few sights before flying home tomorrow. It’s been a huge journey, but one I am forever grateful to have taken. Special thanks to Kerem, Mary, and Buse for making the transition easier! <3

Today marks 3 weeks since Dr Dogan and his team performed the gastric sleeve surgery and I feel fantastic.
Thank you to Dr Dogan and your medical team for giving me a new lease on life.
My translator Mary was very helpful with preparation of documents and once my travel plans were confirmed the support team, upon arrival in Istanbul, made the pre op process seamless.
I was always kept informed of what to expect and Dr Dogan checked in on the day prior to the surgery and again on the day which made me feel at ease.
Thank you to the wonderful Doctor and Nursing staff who treated me with kindness and respect throughout my recovery.
I recommend Dr Dogan and his team to anyone who is considering taking this huge step for a better and healthier life.
Sincere blessings. 🙏

Dr Dogan, Karem and team were professional and friendly. The support staff at the hospital were also the same. If you are looking to take the next step in your life towards a better you and even thinking about doing this solo. I would very strongly recommend Dr. Dogan, Karem and their wonderful team. They have got you covered from the time you touch down to the time you leave. Service was excellent... Thank you Dr Dogan, Karem and team

Now that we are back in Australia, I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Kerem, Dr Mahmut Dogan, Buse and the rest of the wonderful team down to the driver!
Kerem was our first point of contact and was so helpful, efficient and responsive to any questions. Nothing was ever too hard for Kerem. A dream to deal with!
Dr Mahmut Dogan is amazing! I had no issues immediate post surgery and my recovery has been a breeze with no complications. My wounds are very small and whilst still a little tender, I had almost no pain post surgery (currently 8 days post surgery). For me, that shows how experienced Dr Dogan is and the care he takes during surgery.
Buse the dietitian has kept me informed about the diet process although I’m only on stage 2, I feel I can confidently move through each stage based on the information and reminders that Buse sends. She is very responsive and has helped me so much to manage each diet stage.
The hospital staff are so friendly, caring and very helpful. I loved that even with the language barrier, that didn’t stop them from keeping me informed at every step pre and post surgery.
Our driver was the same with all airport transfers and hospital to hotel so it was so nice to almost have that personalised touch. He is very friendly and almost wished we could have hired him to take us to Grand Plaza!
Overall, the whole team work together so perfectly and I believe this is what contributes to their high score and the amazing feedback that they deserve. I can’t recommend them enough and would tell anyone considering Dr Dogan and team that they won’t regret it.
Looking forward to a healthier lifestyle!

I recently had surgery and everything went well and smooth. Kerem was very helpful and answered any questions I had. The process is very well organised and quite quick. Thorough pre-op tests done. Hotel after surgery was comfortable. Very happy with everything. Would highly recommend.

Dr Mahmut Dogan and his team
Took good care of me, before surgery during and after surgery.
I am so glad I went with this team, they had everything ready from the moment we landed till the hotel stay, even transit back, Coordinator Karem was very professional and answer all out questions before we got to Turkey. Would highly recommend 👌

From the very beginning of my journey, everything ran smoothly and professionally. My initial contact was with Kerem, who was incredibly supportive and helpful throughout the entire process—from organizing the trip to flying back home. Kerem was always available, promptly answering any questions I had and helping with any language or communication barriers. He regularly checked in on me, and his support truly made a difference.

The surgery itself went without any concerns. Dr. Dogan and the entire medical team provided exceptional care. The pre-op testing was very thorough, giving me great confidence going into surgery. I felt safe, informed, and well looked after.

I also want to give special thanks to my dietician, Buse, who continues to be an incredible support. She’s kind, caring, and always available to guide me when I feel unsure or off track. Her advice has been invaluable during my recovery.

Overall, I’m extremely happy with the experience and the level of care I received. I highly recommend Dr. Dogan and his team to anyone considering gastric sleeve surgery.

From the very beginning, my experience with the gastric sleeve process was seamless and deeply supportive. Every step, from getting clear information to the actual day of surgery, was handled with care, professionalism, and genuine warmth.

The team made me feel safe, seen, and completely at ease. The entire process was smooth, and I felt held the whole way through.

I especially want to acknowledge and praise the surgeon’s right hand ,
Kerem,

Whose presence and attentiveness made all the difference.

His ability to create trust in such a vulnerable moment is something I will never forget.

It is rare to feel that cared for in a medical setting, and I am so grateful for the way he showed up with calmness, clarity, and a quiet strength that kept me anchored.

The surgery went beautifully. Recovery has been supported, and I am deeply thankful for the level of integrity and humanity I encountered. If you are considering this path, know that you can be held in safety, dignity, and grace, just as I was.

And If you’ve encountered Kerem

You are in good hands .

I had a great experience without any issues, Dr Dogan, Kareem and all the staff were amazing. So far i have not been able to fault them, Kareem my coordinator was great at keeping in contact all the time, Dr Dogan was a pleasure to have as my surgeon, checking up on me every day while in hospital. I would highly recommend Dr Dogan and his team.

My partner and I got the gastric sleeve done! I must say everything went smoothly and the medical care we received was top notch! The communication with Kerem from the get go was always clear and he was very responsive whenever we had any questions! I would highly recommend Kerem, Buse and Dr Dogan to anyone.

100/100 experience if your looking for a surgeon and hospital that goes above and beyond then take this as your sign to book with Dr mahmut dogan and his lovely team RIGHT NOW from your first consultation to the surgery itself everything was very straight foward and easy the staff and team that works behind it all are very supportive and lovely from your surgeon to karim to Mary to the nurses that look after you to the taxi driver that picks you up from the airport and drops you off to buse your dietitian everyone is lovely & supportive and really look after you this has been the best thing I've ever done and could not have been more happier choosing to go with Dr dogan and his team highly recommend

Nurses were great, I couldn’t fault the team behind the scenes and Dr Dogan himself was great to deal with. Good hospital and hotel also. Thanks for looking after us.

My experience was awesome . From the day I spoke with kereem till the day I arrived in turkey and left even after has been awesome . Dr mahmut and his team were very helpful in every way possible . Kereem and Mary were also great I can’t thank them enough . It was very straight forward and they’re always replying with in minutes despite the time difference . I recommend Dr mahmut and his team 100%

In a different country with no clue what to expect but the first point of contact is Kerem and he is able to make you feel so comfortable almost immediately. He is very warm, friendly, well organised and deserves all the respect and gratitude in the world! The driver who took us from airport to hotel back to hospital back to hotel was also so helpful, joyful and such a polite person. The nurses on level 4 became like my best friends they were so attentive and cared for me around the clock. I actually miss them to this day!
The team behind the scenes like Mary and Buse were also a lovely pleasure to deal with.
I would recommend this experience to those who are thinking of getting WLS in Turkey. Your new life awaits!

From start to finish Kerem our co-ordinator has been absolutely amazing. Answered any questions and concerns that we had and made the whole process so easy and smooth even after we got home. The nurses at the hospital on Level 2 🥺 just absolutely topped it off! Despite the English barrier, google translate really helped and the round the clock care and tentativeness from the nurses made recovery so comfortable and a breeze - These ladies are my real heroes! Thank you Kerem & the nurses on level 2 for an incredible experience!

Thank you to Dr Mahmut Dogan,Kerem my consultant,Buse my dietician & the surgery team & nurses & our drivers not to mention the hotel staff 🙏i am 10 days post op I flew to Turkey for the sleeve but because of my type2 diabetes & my sugar levels sky high i had the bypass done and have no regret in that decision.Kerem as soon as I inquired about having the sleeve you were so professional in giving every information of cost and details that I needed to know to make me want to go for it with this team.Kerem you kept me posted & updated as I waited for the day to travel I had my hubby supporting me he took great care of me and did everything that I asked with no hesitation.
The flights over with Emirates flying BNE - Dubai stop over than Dubai - Turkey was great cos there & back hubby & I had seats to ourselves where we could stretch out & sleep off & on with a little help with a sleeping pil lol.
Kerem you gave great directions & video clips where we had to go to meet our driver & take us to the hospital.
Driver was fast & cautious but hubby loved it flash transportation very polite.Kerem your instructions as what I needed to do upon arrival @ the hospital reception on point.Although language barrier was a little difficult but very fast admission than once I got to my room in the hospital it was blood test,iv drip istraight away & I had great nursing staff that took care of me for my stay there.
I only remembered going to have the endoscopy everything else was a bit blurry my hubby reminded me I think the jet lag kicked in and I was trying to catch up on sleep.I just know I felt no pain at all even as I write this.
But as soon as your able get up and walk cos it helps . The day after surgery I slept to much and I got told off cos my blood levels being so high I needed to walk every hour for 5-10 minutes but I was on the 4th floor so hubby & I did the stairs to the ground & back 3-4 x’s a day we only did the street incline once that was enough for me.
Buse is a lovely lady knows her job explained everything I needed to know with my care package that you get on discharge plus she is there to answer any questions you need to know .
Discharge was done so quickly we weren’t to far from the hotel the staff @ the hotel quick & efficient comfortable bed loved it best sleeps but lucky hubby was organised & downloaded movie for us to watch cos there tv in Turkey so we never turned it on .Hubby said he loved what he had for breakfast @ the hotel & he enjoyed his pizza that he did thru room service.
Kerem keeps you posted & sends a txt to remind when you checkout & what time you get picked up to take you to the airport.
Just a tip when you check in for your boarding pass go on line & ask for wheelchair assistance it is fantastic when your going home the only walking you do is on the plane to your seat you get through all the hassle & bustle of lines & the airport staff know there job your be kicking yourself if you don’t cos there’s so much walking & honestly if I didn’t have this I would of got lost in Istanbul & Dubai airport.

Great correspondence from kerem. He was efficient and responded to any queries in a timely manner. He ensured we were well informed about what to expect before our arrival. Transfer service was exceptional. Hotel had large rooms with a great big shower and had everything we needed. Dietician has been wonderful support. Nurses and support staff were of the highest quality. They ensured we were well looked after. Thank you dr dogan and team.