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Planning Your Journey to Istanbul
Choosing to undergo cosmetic surgery abroad is a significant and deeply personal decision.
At Mr Tunc Tiryaki’s Istanbul clinic, your experience is designed around three core principles: safety, clarity and truly personalised care. Every element of your journey, from the first enquiry to your final follow-up, is overseen by Mr Tiryaki and his expert team, ensuring you feel supported, prepared and confident at each stage.
This page outlines what to expect before, during and after your trip, along with practical advice to help you prepare for your transformative experience in Istanbul.
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Your journey begins with a detailed consultation, available either in person at our London clinic or via secure video call from anywhere in the world. This session is designed to provide complete transparency and help you make an informed decision.
During your consultation, Mr Tiryaki will:
- Listen carefully to your goals and concerns
- Review your medical history
- Examine the areas you wish to treat
- Explain the procedures most suited to your anatomy
- Outline realistic outcomes and limitations
- Provide a personalised treatment plan
This is your opportunity to ask any questions, explore the options available and understand the full recovery process. Following the consultation, you will receive a clear, written plan outlining your recommended procedure, expected results and staging of follow-up care.
2. Pre-Operative Planning
Once you decide to proceed, your pre-operative planning begins. This stage is carefully structured to ensure you are fully prepared long before you board your flight.
You will be guided through:
- All required medical tests
- Instructions regarding medication, including what to stop or adjust
- Pre-surgery skincare or body preparation, if relevant
- Travel timelines and the ideal arrival date in Istanbul
- Lifestyle adjustments recommended in the two weeks before surgery
You will also receive comprehensive written instructions and access to a dedicated patient coordinator. They remain your direct point of contact, providing reassurance, answering questions and helping you feel confident as your procedure approaches.
3. Preparing to Travel
Travelling for surgery can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation it becomes smooth and stress-free. When planning your journey:
- Choose flights that allow a calm arrival, ideally one to two days before surgery
- Bring clothing that fastens at the front and avoids overhead movement
- Pack any prescribed medication, supplements or relevant medical documents
- Ensure someone at home is aware of your itinerary for added peace of mind
- Consider arranging your phone’s roaming or Wi-Fi access ahead of time
While patients are free to book flights independently, our team is always available to provide practical guidance regarding timings and logistics to make your journey as seamless as possible.
4. The Day of Surgery
On the morning of your procedure, you will arrive at our state-of-the-art hospital and be welcomed into your private room. Our team will help you settle in and ensure you feel calm and fully informed.
Before surgery:
- Mr Tiryaki will review your treatment plan once more
- Precise surgical markings will be taken
- You will meet your anaesthesiologist
- Any final questions will be answered clearly and unhurriedly
Following surgery, you will be transferred to your private recovery room where a dedicated nursing team will monitor you closely. Safety, comfort and dignity remain the highest priorities throughout your stay.
5. Recovery Timeline
Most patients remain in hospital for two nights to allow for thorough monitoring and early recovery support. During this period:
- Mressings are changed and checked
- Pain relief is carefully managed
- Light mobility is encouraged to support circulation
- Mr Tiryaki visits to assess your healing and reassure you
After leaving the hospital, you will stay in Istanbul for a period determined by the complexity of your procedure. This timeframe varies but is always tailored to ensure you receive the safest, most attentive aftercare before travelling home.
You will be provided with a personalised recovery plan outlining:
- What to expect physically
- When you may shower
- When you can fly home
- What activities to avoid
- When results will begin to settle
6. Aftercare & Follow-Up
Exceptional aftercare is central to Mr Tiryaki’s philosophy. Healing is not simply a medical process, it is an emotional and psychological one too. Our aftercare approach includes:
- An in-person follow-up appointment before you return home
- Remote video check-ins during the first weeks of recovery
- In-person reviews in London for ongoing assessment
- Tailored skincare recommendations to optimise long-term results
Patients also have direct access to the care team for questions, reassurance or unexpected concerns. You will never feel alone in your recovery.
7. Accommodation & Transport
Istanbul offers an impressive range of reputable hotels, many located within a short distance of the hospital. While you are welcome to choose any accommodation you prefer, our team can provide a curated list of trusted options based on comfort, convenience and patient experience.
Transport between the airport, hospital and hotel can also be arranged upon request, ensuring smooth, stress-free travel at every stage.
8. What to Pack
To make your stay as comfortable as possible, we recommend bringing:
- Loose, front-fastening clothing
- Soft scarves or hats if discreet coverage is desired
- Comfortable shoes
- Any prescribed medication
- A neck support pillow if advised
- Light entertainment for your rest days (books, tablet, headphones)
A Seamless, Supported Experience
Every aspect of your surgical journey with Mr Tunc Tiryaki is designed to be structured, transparent and deeply supportive. From your first consultation through to long-term follow-up, you can expect attentive surgeon-led care and complete clarity at each step. With a thoughtful approach to planning, exceptional medical expertise and a commitment to patient wellbeing, your experience in Istanbul will feel safe, considered and transformative.
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