Best Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) doctors in Istanbul: TOP 16 doctors

Dr. Vahit Mutluu specializes in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – one of Turkey's leading healthcare centers.

• General surgeon with experience since 2013
• Research assistant at Ondokuz Mayis University's Department of General Surgery
• Performs procedures at a JCI-accredited hospital

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon in 2012
• Active in teaching and training future surgeons
• Specializes in inflammatory bowel disease surgery

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in minimally invasive obesity procedures like ESG, with international recognition for his research in bariatric surgery.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery
• Active member of IFSO and SAGES – leading global bariatric societies
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal surgery and metabolic management
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University's prestigious surgery department

Specializes in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) with extensive training in laparoscopic and robotic bariatric surgery.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures including ESG
• Member of International Federation Surgical Obesity (IFSO)
• Performs and teaches robotic-assisted surgeries using Da Vinci system

Associate Professor Soykan Barlas brings specialized expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques from his training in Scotland.

• Over 24 years of experience of experience in general surgery and kidney transplants
• Academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University since 2017
• Published 20+ articles in national and international journals
• Performs minimally invasive surgeries including weight loss procedures

Specializes in obesity treatment, including gastric balloon and surgical options. Dr. Onalan brings extensive experience in endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures.

• 27 years of experience of surgical experience
• Expert in both endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious medical faculty
• Performs comprehensive care from diagnosis to treatment

Dr. Görkem Özgen combines extensive experience in public and private healthcare with a focus on obesity treatment and up-to-date surgical approaches.

• Specialized in General Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program)
• Patient-oriented general surgeon with a multidisciplinary approach

Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine and Metabolism Institute – Dr. Kankaya specializes in general surgery with advanced experience in metabolic interventions.

• Board-certified general surgeon with over a decade of practice
• Specialized training in Italy and the USA
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association

Pioneered the first Da Vinci robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 35 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures
• Performs complex colorectal and hepatobiliary surgeries
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Prof. Selin Kapan brings over 31 years of experience of surgical expertise to endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, with a strong academic background in general surgery.

• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydın University
• Published 50+ scientific papers on surgical techniques
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Specialized in minimally invasive procedures for weight management

Dr. Servet Tali has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric surgeries, specializing in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty at Central Hospital.

• 12+ years of expertise in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Consults over 1,000 obese and diabetic patients annually
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Frequently invited as a speaker at international conferences

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Durmus specializes in laparoscopic stomach surgeries, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, with extensive experience in Turkey.

• Helped develop laparoscopic stomach and intestinal surgeries in Turkey
• Trained dozens of assistants in general surgery
• Former training officer in General Surgery and Gastroenterology
• Member of the ski and basketball teams during medical school

Dr. Cenan Oktay pioneered the use of Valtrac rings in gastrointestinal surgery during his training in Germany, bringing advanced techniques to Turkey.

• 35 years of experience of experience in general surgery and gastrointestinal procedures
• Trained in microsurgery at Würtzburg University
• Specialized in liver and bile tract surgery at Istanbul University
• Early adapter of endoscopic techniques in surgical gastroenterology

Dr. Kaya specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, with advanced training in Germany and France.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques in Hamburg and Strasbourg
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons
• Focused on obesity treatment through advanced surgical methods

Dr. Mehdi specializes in weight loss surgeries, performing numerous life-changing procedures with a patient-centered approach.

• Highly experienced bariatric surgeon with years of specialized training
• Expertise in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional surgeries
• Compassionate care with guidance and support throughout the patient journey
• Known for exceptional outcomes and commitment to excellence

Specialized in laparoscopic obesity surgery with international training in Belgium and France. Op Dr Necdet Derici focuses on minimally invasive weight loss procedures.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Trained with leading European bariatric surgeons
• Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisions