Alex Turkey Leg Lengthening Surgery Success story

Name: Alex Thompson

Residence: Texas, United States

Procedure: Leg (Limb) Lengthening Surgery

Treatment Country: Istanbul, Turkey

Clinic: Bayindir Healthcare Group

Facilitator: PlacidWay

Introduction

My name is Alex Thompson from Texas. I'm 28 years old and work as a software engineer at a tech company. For as long as I can remember, I've always been the shortest person in the room. Standing at 5'6", I often felt overlooked – both literally and figuratively – in social situations and at work.

Decision

Growing up, I tried everything to appear taller – special shoes, certain hairstyles, even posture exercises. But nothing changed the fact that I was shorter than I wanted to be. This affected my confidence a lot, especially during important meetings or when dating.

After years of feeling this way, I finally decided to look into leg lengthening surgery. It wasn't a quick decision – I spent months researching the procedure, risks, recovery time, and costs. What I found most appealing was that it could give me permanent results, unlike any other option I had tried before.

Why I Choosed Turkey?

When I started looking at where to get the surgery done, I quickly realized that the costs in the US were extremely high – often over $75,000. That's when I began exploring medical tourism options.

Turkey kept coming up in my research as a top destination for leg lengthening surgery. The country has excellent medical facilities, experienced surgeons, and costs that are much lower than in the US.

After comparing several options, I found Bayindir Healthcare Group in Istanbul through PlacidWay. Their patient reviews were amazing, and they had specialists who had performed hundreds of successful leg lengthening surgeries.

The team at PlacidWay helped me with everything – from choosing the right clinic to arranging my travel and stay in Istanbul. They answered all my questions and concerns promptly, which made me feel safe about traveling abroad for such a major procedure.

Surgery Experience

When I first walked into Bayindir Healthcare Group in Istanbul, I was really surprised by how modern everything looked. The clinic was super clean and much fancier than hospitals back home in Texas. The front desk staff greeted me with warm smiles and spoke good English, which made me feel at ease right away. They had someone waiting for me who knew all about my case. This made me feel like I wasn't just another patient – they really cared about helping me. The whole place felt calm with its bright rooms and nice waiting areas.

Pre-Surgery

Meeting my surgeon was probably what helped me feel most confident about going forward. Dr. Mehmet (I still remember his name!) sat with me for almost an hour during our first meeting. He didn't rush anything and explained the whole leg lengthening process using simple pictures and even some 3D models.

We talked about the exact method they would use (external fixators), how long I'd need to stay in Turkey and what kind of pain to expect. The doctor even showed me before and after pictures of other patients who came from abroad. By the end of our talks, I felt like I knew exactly what was going to happen – no surprises.

Post-Surgery

Waking up after surgery was tough, I won't lie. There was pain, but the nurses were checking on me every couple hours with medicine that really helped. My room had a TV which helped pass the time during those first few days when I couldn't move much.

During my three weeks in Istanbul, I had therapy twice daily. By the time I left Turkey, I could walk short distances with crutches. The team at Bayindir gave me a complete home exercise plan. Looking back, those weeks of recovery in Turkey were tough but actually kind of special. The care I got at Bayindir was better than anything I could have found at home, especially for the price.

Advice For You

After going through this life-changing journey in Turkey, I want to share some friendly advice for anyone thinking about leg lengthening surgery.

Do Your Homework First

Don't rush into this big decision. I spent almost six months reading about the surgery, talking to other patients, and looking at before and after photos. Make sure you know what to expect – the good and the hard parts. The recovery takes time and effort, but for me, it was worth it.

I found that PlacidWay made everything easier. They answered all my questions and never pushed me to decide quickly. They connected me with real patients who had the surgery at Bayindir Healthcare Group in Istanbul, which helped me feel more sure about my choice.

My Results

Today, I stand 3 inches taller, and it's changed my life in ways I didn't expect but the biggest change is how I feel about myself. I walk taller not just in height but in confidence too. The surgery also fixed something inside me. I feel more like myself now.

Why I Recommend PlacidWay

If you're serious about this surgery, I can't say enough good things about choosing PlacidWay as your medical tourism helper. They helped me find the right doctor and clinic for my needs. Also handled all the confusing travel stuff and medical appointments. Their price was way better than options in the US.

The team at PlacidWay made sure I wasn't alone during this big step. When I had questions at 2 AM because of pain or worry, they were there. When I needed help talking to nurses who didn't speak English, they helped. They even arranged a nice hotel room with the right setup for recovery.