The itinerary

The Boarding Pass

The standard rhythm: arrive, explore, procedure, recover in residence, fly home cleared.

A traveller being met and walked through an airport arrivals hall

  1. Day 01

    Explore

    BELLO → BKK

    Arrival

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    Your coordinator meets you past immigration, not in the arrivals scrum. Private car to the residence, keys, a quiet welcome dinner, and a walk along the river if you're still on your feet.

  2. Day 02

    Explore

    BKK · CITY

    Culture Day

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    Wat Arun and the Grand Palace early, river cruise at midday, rooftop bar after dark.

  3. Day 03

    Explore

    BKK · PRE-OP

    Free Day + Final Consult

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    Markets or a spa morning, then your final consultation and pre-op bloodwork in the afternoon. Your coordinator sits in and writes down what you'd rather not have to remember.

  4. Day 04

    Procedure

    RES → HOSP

    Procedure Day

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    Early transfer to the hospital with your coordinator. Surgery, then your first night on the ward under 24-hour nursing. Someone you already know is there when you wake up, and they call your person at home for you.

  5. Days 05–07

    Recover

    RES · RECOVER

    Private Residence Recovery

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    Back to the residence with a live-in nurse, chef meals built around what you can actually eat, housekeeping, and short doctor-approved walks that get slightly longer each day.

  6. Days 08–09

    Optional

    BKK · CLEARED

    Cleared for Light Activity

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    Surgeon clearance visit, then an optional low-impact outing if you want one.

  7. Day 10

    Recover

    BKK → HOME

    Fly-Home Clearance

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    Final medical sign-off and paperwork in hand, airport transfer, and a follow-up call in your first week home.

A quiet private residence bedroom prepared for recovery, with linen bedding and garden light

Typical recovery, at a glance

These are typical timelines, not promises. Your surgeon sets your plan.

Hair transplantNights in Istanbul: 4

Typical recovery

Redness, swelling and small scabs are common. Follow your hospital's written instructions for washing and sleeping. Transplanted hair usually sheds within two to eight weeks. This is a normal part of the process, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. New growth typically begins around three to four months. Results develop gradually. Full results can take 12 months or longer.

Your coordinator helps with

Your coordinator stays in touch with you and can help you reach your hospital team.

Limb lengtheningNights in Istanbul: 14

Typical recovery

A longer stay for surgery and early recovery, then months of physical therapy as the bone lengthens and heals. Walking aids and activity limits are typical. Your surgeon sets the lengthening schedule and therapy plan, and you'll need ongoing follow-up after you travel home.

Your coordinator helps with

Stay planning, therapy and follow-up scheduling, connecting you with your hospital team.

Liposuction (multi-area)Nights in Istanbul: 4

Typical recovery

A few days in Istanbul for surgery and first check. Swelling and bruising are common for weeks, and a compression garment is typically worn. Many people return to light activity within a couple of weeks; your surgeon will advise on exercise and flights home.

Your coordinator helps with

Garment fitting, follow-up checks, flight timing advice from your surgeon.

Gynecomastia surgeryNights in Istanbul: set by your surgeon

Typical recovery

A short hospital stay, then rest and a compression garment for a period set by your surgeon. Swelling settles gradually. Your surgeon will advise on when to resume exercise.

Your coordinator helps with

Garment, follow-up, scheduling.

Bello Health is a concierge service, not a medical provider, and does not offer medical advice. The information on this page is general and for planning only. It isn't a diagnosis or treatment plan. Talk with your own doctor before deciding on surgery, and follow your surgeon's written instructions before, during and after your procedure.

Optional add-ons

Excursions, safely timed

Each add-on carries a safety window set by your surgical team. We'd rather tell you "not yet" than "shouldn't have."

A quiet city street in early morning light, with someone walking with a coffee
  • Chao Phraya Longtail TourAny day$65
  • Grand Palace & Temple CircuitAny day$55
  • Chatuchak & Local MarketsAny day$45
  • Street Food & Night Market TourPre-op only$60
  • Rooftop Bar & Nightlife CrawlPre-op only$70

    Alcohol isn't compatible with anesthesia or early recovery — we schedule this before your procedure, always.

  • Traditional Thai Spa DayDoctor-cleared$50