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Best bariatric surgeons in Italy: TOP 6 doctors

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Antonio Braun

  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Bologna
  • Clinic:Maria Cecilia Hospital

  • 500+ successful laparoscopic Fundoplication procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
    • Trained at Johns Hopkins in hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
    • Member of Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB)
    • Focuses on complex GERD cases and reducing post-op complications
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Package price from$16,410

Riccardo Rosati

  • New
  • 41 years of experience
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  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.6
    San Raffaele

  • Leads one of Italy's most recognized high-volume centers for esophageal surgery at San Raffaele, treating over 2,000 surgical cases annually.

    • Specializes in minimally invasive surgery for foregut and large bowel diseases
    • Board-certified in both general and thoracic surgery
    • Author of 300+ scientific publications
    • Member of 10+ prestigious surgical societies including The American College of Surgeons
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Package price from$10,495.9

Ismail Ayman

  • New
  • 21 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Bologna
  • Clinic:Maria Cecilia Hospital

  • Dr. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, performing over 1,000 surgeries annually at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • 21 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
    • Advanced training in colorectal and abdominal wall surgery from top Italian and Belgian institutions
    • Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
    • Performs sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass procedures
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Package price from$16,410

Luigi Masoni

  • New
  • 37 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Rome
  • Clinic:
    5.0
    Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy

  • Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni pioneered a new bilio-intestinal bypass technique and specializes in minimally invasive colorectal surgeries.

    • 37 years of experience of experience in general and colorectal surgery
    • Trained in Colorectal Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
    • Lecturer at University of Rome 'La Sapienza'
    • Awarded for innovative laparoscopic techniques
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Ruberto Fausto De

  • New
  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.7
    La Madonnina Clinic

  • Specializing in Gastroenterology and Bariatric Surgery at La Madonnina Clinic, Dr. Fausto De focuses on comprehensive weight loss solutions.

    • Handles cases of Obesity with a multidisciplinary approach
    • Experienced in managing Gastritis and Stomach Ulcers related to weight issues
    • Skilled in Bariatric Surgery techniques for effective weight management
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Bookimed Insights: Top Weight Loss Surgery Specialists in Italy (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 11001 requests for Weight Loss Surgery in Italy, collaborating with 6 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Antonio Braun
27 years of experienceMinimally invasive GERD surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic Fundoplication techniques with 500+ procedures. Trained at Johns Hopkins and member of Italy's top surgical societies.
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Italy
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#2
Riccardo Rosati
41 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal obesity casesLeads Italy's top esophageal surgery center with 2,000+ annual cases. Dual-certified in general and thoracic surgery with 300+ publications.
San Raffaele
Italy
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#3
Ismail Ayman
21 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric proceduresSpecializes in minimally invasive techniques – performs sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass. Active member of IFSO with advanced training from top European institutions.
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Italy
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#4
Luigi Masoni
37 years of experienceMinimally invasive colorectal surgeriesPioneered a bilio-intestinal bypass technique – specializes in minimally invasive approaches. Trained at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy
Italy
from $175
#5
Ruberto Fausto De
Bariatric SurgerySpecializes in both Gastroenterology and Bariatric Surgery, offering a holistic approach to weight loss. Based at La Madonnina Clinic in Milan.
La Madonnina Clinic
Italy
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