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New Zealander unable to secure refund after failed Turkish surgery

Otago Daily Times1NewsNZ HeraldThe PostTuesday 13 October 2026 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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Helen Watson is seeking a refund after experiencing pain and complications following gastric sleeve surgery in Istanbul last year. Despite paying approximately $10,000 for the procedure, flights, and accommodation, her requests for reimbursement from the Medicana Health Group have been unsuccessful.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Tue 13 Oct, 7:34pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 12 hours
  1. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    ‘They just botched me’: Kiwi medical tourist can’t get refund (opens in new tab)

  2. 1News1News via RNZ

    NZer whose weight loss surgery went wrong in Türkiye can't get refund (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    NZer whose weight loss surgery went wrong in Turkey can’t get refund (opens in new tab)

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