One Couple, Two Healthcare Journeys: The Story of Sanchez and Balint in Istanbul

Can a medical trip turn into a real adventure for two? That's exactly what Sanchez and her husband Balint, 48, Hungarian, both living in Spain, experienced. She came to Istanbul for a tummy tuck after three C-sections; he took the opportunity to get a routine eye check-up.

Balint describes a medical trip organized from A to Z by Turquie Santé, built on trust, peace of mind, and human support.

Sanchez: regaining confidence after three pregnancies

After three C-sections, Sanchez carried the marks of a loosened abdomen, marked by stretch marks and stretched skin that no longer returned to its shape, despite her efforts to get her figure back.

"What's happening is that I have a loose belly with a lot of stretch marks, as well as the marks from my three C-sections, and honestly, it doesn't show very well."

She had been living with this for years without ever finding a solution that truly suited her. Determined to take back control of her image and her self-confidence, Sanchez began thorough research. She explored several options before deciding on a tummy tuck in Turkey, drawn by a number of factors: significantly more affordable prices than in Spain, a recognized quality of care, and the widely praised expertise of Turkish plastic surgeons in this type of procedure.

Choosing Turquie Santé, the result of careful research

Sanchez didn't commit lightly. After comparing several platforms and clinics, it was Turquie Santé's reputation, its reliability, and the clarity of its support that tipped the balance. She was looking for a partner able to guide her toward a trustworthy clinic while ensuring reassuring medical follow-up at every stage of her journey.

She chose the Lokman Hekim Istanbul clinic, recognized for its expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

The tummy tuck: a fresh start for Sanchez

At Lokman Hekim Istanbul clinic, Sanchez underwent a tummy tuck aimed at removing excess skin, tightening the abdominal wall stretched by successive pregnancies, and softening the appearance of her C-section scars. A procedure that was both aesthetic and restorative, designed to give her a firmer, more balanced abdomen.

After the procedure, Sanchez stayed in hospital for two nights, the time needed for close medical monitoring before beginning her recovery.

Cared for by the clinic's medical team throughout her stay, she was able to go through this pivotal stage of her life in a secure setting, with attentive support throughout her recovery.

When a medical trip becomes double good news for Balint

For a long time, Balint had been feeling persistent eye fatigue, without ever finding the time to really look into it. Everyday life always took priority, and the check-up he kept putting off stayed at the bottom of his list of priorities.

Finding himself in Istanbul alongside his wife, Balint saw this trip as the opportunity he had been waiting for. Between the recognized expertise of the ophthalmologists, the quality of Turquie Santé's JCI-certified partner clinics, and prices significantly more affordable than in Spain, everything came together so he would no longer put off this check-up.

Balint underwent a full eye examination, carried out by an ophthalmologist he describes as excellent and very kind, as part of the same trip organized for the couple.

The Turquie Santé team: a constant presence

For both Sanchez and Balint, what stood out about their trip went well beyond the medical procedures themselves. It was the human support, provided by Emily, their medical coordinator, that shaped every step of their journey.

"We arrived in Istanbul at night, and I noticed we didn't have to worry about anything: the transfer was waiting for us that very night, and all the exams were scheduled down to the minute."

From the moment they arrived, everything was planned: a night transfer from the airport, pre-operative exams scheduled without delay, and a local assistant available at every moment to meet their needs.

"If you're considering taking this step, my experience was, from start to finish, professional and human. Thank you Emily, and thank you to the whole Turquie Santé team, thank you from the bottom of my heart."

A peaceful recovery, far from home

Once each of their treatments was completed, the couple was able to rest at a 4-star hotel chosen for its calm atmosphere, ideal for a gentle recovery. This organization allowed Sanchez to go through her post-tummy-tuck recovery in the best possible conditions, surrounded by her husband and monitored remotely by the medical team.

"Our local assistant was available at all times. The recovery was quick and pain-free. Afterwards, we were transferred to a calm 4-star hotel, ideal for recovering. At every step, we felt taken care of."

Two journeys, the same trust

Sanchez and Balint's story illustrates well what makes a medical trip successful: flawless organization, a team present at every step, and procedures carried out in reliable, recognized facilities. Whether for a long-planned procedure or an opportunity seized on the spot, each patient was able to go through their journey with complete confidence.

What if it were your turn?

Like Sanchez and Balint, you too can turn a health project into a peaceful, human experience.

Contact our team for a free, personalized online assessment: Turquie Santé supports you at every step of your journey, from your first contact to your return home, with JCI-certified clinics, dedicated coordinators, and tailored medical follow-up, whether solo, as a couple, or as a family.