Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
- Specialization: Gastrointestinal surgeon
- 21 years of experience
- Speaks:German, English, Russian
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Dr.Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
- Bariatric surgeon in independent practice since 2015
Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is a specialist bariatric surgeon at Lotus Bariatrics in Istanbul. He has managed patient follow-ups for up to 17 years after sleeve gastrectomies. Dr. Temizgonul trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital, a high-volume center for laparoscopic surgery. He also gained surgical experience in emergency medicine at the Syrian border.
- Operates at Lotus Bariatrics, which maintains a 95% success rate for obesity treatment.
- Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and stomach stapling procedures.
- Maintains an active role in medical research with several published articles.
- Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.
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Qualifications
Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is a bariatric surgeon specializing in laparoscopic techniques for obesity treatment. He performs procedures including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon surgeries at his independent practice in Istanbul. Dr. Temizgonul holds an MD from Pamukkale University and has practiced as a specialist since 2015.
Specialization & Approach
The doctor treats patients with obesity using minimally invasive methods. He focuses on weight loss through laparoscopy – a surgical technique using small incisions and a camera. This approach reduces recovery time and surgical scarring for his patients. Dr. Temizgonul also follows high-volume standards to ensure surgical precision. He treats conditions such as:
- Obesity
- Metabolic disorders related to weight
- Gastrointestinal conditions requiring surgical intervention
The specialist performs weight-loss operations at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic, including:
- Sleeve gastrectomy (Gastric sleeve)
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Stomach stapling
- Gastric balloon placement
- Biliopancreatic diversion
Work Experience
- 2015–Present – Bariatric Surgeon and Founder, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic, Istanbul
- 2014–2015 – General Surgeon, Suburban practice at the Syrian border, Turkey
- 2009–2014 – Resident Surgeon, Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
During his service at the Syrian border, Dr. Temizgonul gained experience in war surgery. This role required rapid decision-making in abdominal trauma cases. He has applied these skills to improve his precision in bariatric laparoscopy.
Education & Training
- 2005 – Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine – MD Degree, Turkey
- 2009–2014 – Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital – Residency in General Surgery
His residency took place at a high-volume center for laparoscopic training in Istanbul. He also completed the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) in 2007.
Research & Recognition
Dr. Temizgonul has contributed several peer-reviewed articles to medical literature concerning bariatric outcomes. His practice at Lotus Bariatrics holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate. The facility is also associated with the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO).
Memberships
- Turkish Medical Association (TMA)
- International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
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