Obesity Doctors in test — Page 2

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

3,500+ successful bariatric procedures over 18 years of experience – Dr. Prieto specializes in advanced weight loss surgery at his center in Guadalajara.

• Board-certified in both General and Bariatric Surgery
• Chief of Bariatric Surgery Unit at Civil Hospital of Guadalajara
• President of the College of General Surgeons of Jalisco
• Author of eight peer-reviewed publications on obesity treatment
• Head of Education Committee at Mexican College of Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Ariel Ortiz Largadere is a bariatric surgeon at Hospital Cyntar Tijuana. He analyzed 19,800+ procedures with UC San Diego, finding zero mortality. He founded the Obesity Control Center for metabolic surgery. Dr. Ortiz Largadere trains surgeons in robotic techniques across Latin America. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility using the OMNIBOT robotic platform.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve, bypass, and metabolic surgery.
• Reported a 1.2% morbidity rate over 20 years of clinical data.
• President of the Tourism Council of Baja California.
• Directs the Academy of Surgical Innovation for global education.

Associate Professor at Akdeniz University with a focus on gastroenterology, offering specialized care for obesity at Medical Park Antalya.

• 25 years of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
• Academic roles include Assistant and Associate Professor positions
• Professional experience in both university and state hospitals

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in obesity surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience. He works at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Professor at Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Trained at Akdeniz and İnönü Universities

Prof. Kaptanoglu brings over 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, including specialized training at Northwestern University’s Transplantation Center.

• Specializes in advanced bariatric techniques for obesity management
• Trained in transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery – rare dual expertise
• Member of the American Society for Transplantation
• Former Associate Professor at prestigious Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery with over three decades of experience. He trained at Tokyo University Hospital under renowned experts.

• Expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University
• Works at Estexper Clinic

Prof. Emek specializes in obesity treatments at Medical Park Antalya, with extensive training and academic roles in general surgery.

• Associate professorship and full professorship at Akdeniz University
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Specialized training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Active in the Mediterranean Health Foundation

Associate Professor at Istanbul Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Education and Research Hospital with extensive experience in general surgery and breast cancer treatment.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Specialized in breast cancer surgery and treatment
• Published multiple research articles on breast cancer and surgical outcomes
• Holds numerous certificates in breast cancer surgery and treatment

Specializes in obesity treatment with surgical and non-surgical options like gastric balloons and botox at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs endoscopic interventions for diagnosis and treatment

Dr. Ha Heonyoung is the Director of Naeun Hospital. He is a preventive medicine specialist with 39 years of clinical experience.

Education: MD, Hanyang University College of Medicine. Master’s and Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine, Hanyang University Graduate School.

Clinical focus: Hair Loss & Obesity Clinic for hair loss prevention, weight management, liposuction, and fat grafting. Anti-Aging & Wellness Clinic for chelation therapy and anti-aging programs. Advanced biotherapy using stromal vascular fraction (SVF) for hair loss treatment and immune system enhancement.

900+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kowalski specializes in weight loss surgery with 26 years of experience of experience.

• Recipient of the Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson
• Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive procedures
• Head of surgery departments at several prestigious institutions
• Author of numerous scientific publications in bariatrics

Dr. Michal Kazanowski specializes in the non-invasive Allurion Programme for obesity. He conducted a webinar on this innovative method.

• Expert in the Allurion Programme – a non-invasive treatment for overweight and obesity
• Proficient in general and oncological surgery
• Endoscopic surgeon with a focus on minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon at Quartz Hospital, Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and the treatment of obesity. He graduated from Hacettepe University's English medical program. He later specialized in general surgery at Istanbul University.

• Performs weight loss surgeries, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
• Treats abdominal wall hernias and diseases of the breast.
• Expertise covers anorectal disorders and post-bariatric reconstructive surgery.
• Works at Quartz Hospital, which treats 6,500+ international patients annually.

Performed over 1,600 bariatric procedures – Prof. Major specializes in minimally invasive techniques for obesity surgery at KCM Clinic.

• Author of numerous scientific papers on bariatric surgery
• Member of The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Focuses on laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
• Very low post-surgery infection rate

Dr. Demiriz is a member of multiple prestigious obesity surgery associations, including IFSO and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association.

• Specialized in general surgery with over 11 years of experience of experience
• Member of the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery
• Graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Part of the Endocrine Surgery Association

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz specializes in obesity treatment at Centro Médico Teknon, combining expertise in oncology and gastroenterology for comprehensive care.

• Dual specialization in oncology and gastroenterology
• Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, a leading medical center
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for obesity

Prof. Dr. Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in obesity surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with over 34 years of experience of experience in the field.

• Former Head of General Surgery Department at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Professor with extensive academic and clinical training
• Focuses exclusively on obesity surgery procedures
• Operates at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital – a leading medical center

Dr. Raiter introduced a no-incision approach to sleeve gastroplasty, improving outcomes for weight loss surgery patients.

• 26 years of experience of experience in general surgery and gastroenterology
• Specializes in bariatric surgery with a focus on gastroplasty
• Fellowship-trained in bariatric surgery in the USA
• Permanent member of Polish Society of Surgery and Obesity
• Regular contributor to webinars on bariatric techniques

Specialized in obesity surgery with training at Cleveland Clinic, one of the top centers globally. Dr. Kankaya brings international expertise to medical weight loss treatments.

• Over 17 years of experience of surgical experience
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine and Metabolism Institute
• PhD holder in General Surgery from a major research hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association