Best Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 64

Over 1,000 gastric sleeve surgeries in 19 years – Dr. Batman specializes in obesity and metabolic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Associate Professor with academic training at Istinye University
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Performs endoscopic gastric balloon applications alongside metabolic surgeries
• Specializes in complex obesity cases requiring multidisciplinary care

Performs gastric sleeve surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, a leading facility for bariatric procedures.

• 13 years of surgical experience, with a focus on general surgery
• Previously worked as a general surgeon at Tokat State Hospital and as a research assistant in general surgery
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul

General and laparoscopic surgeon with more than 10 years of specialist practice in bariatric and general surgery. Trained in General Surgery at the University of Tehran (2012–2016). Head of Hospital and Surgery, Arman International Hospital (2022–present). Previously led surgical units at International Hospital of Tabriz (2012–2016), Erfan Niayesh (2019–2022), and Tandis (2022–2024).

Member of IFSO (2020–present). Peer reviewer for the Journal of Clinical Medicine (2020–present) and the Journal of Obesity Science and Practice (2021–present). Publications from 2022 to 2023 on bariatric outcomes, metabolic health, and postoperative care. Advanced training includes the Pudong‑Duke minimally invasive bariatric surgery program (2017) and the Harvard Blackburn Course in Obesity Medicine (2020).

Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including gastric sleeve procedures, at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic. His training includes high-volume centers in Turkey.

• Performed bariatric surgeries since residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Graduated from Pamukkale University – a leading center for sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey
• Several published articles in medical literature
• Experienced in complex cases including war surgery laparoscopy

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Mert Tanal is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He earned the European Board of Surgery Qualification (EBSQ), a prestigious professional standard in Europe. Dr. Tanal is an active member of the American College of Surgeons.

• Completed robotic surgery training at IRCAD in Strasbourg.
• Authored over 35 articles in international and national medical journals.
• Holds specialized certification in breast surgery from SENATURK.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, the first hospital in Turkey to receive this quality mark.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann hospitals.

• Board-certified gastroenterology surgeon since 2012
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Active in organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 22 years of experience, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

• Trained in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
• Member of IFSO – the leading global bariatric surgery association
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Performs gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries alongside weight loss procedures

Halil Alis specializes in bariatric surgery with extensive laparoscopic experience, including sleeve gastrectomy procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 34 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Trained in robotic surgery and laparoscopic techniques internationally
• Published 74 papers in SCI and SCI-e journals
• Active member of IFSO and SAGES
• Medical Director with teaching roles in surgical training

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques, including gastric sleeve surgery, with training from Scotland.

• General Surgery Associate Professor since 2020
• Over 20 published articles in general surgery and kidney transplant
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
• Expertise in kidney and pancreas transplant surgeries

Specializes in obesity treatment including gastric sleeve surgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of surgical experience
• Performs both laparoscopic and open hernia surgeries
• Trained in endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy

Dr. Görkem Özgen brings a multidisciplinary approach to gastric sleeve surgery, combining extensive clinical experience with up-to-date surgical techniques.

• Specializes in obesity treatment and abdominal surgeries
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul University – two of Turkey's top medical schools
• Experienced in both public and private healthcare settings
• Focuses on safety and scientific principles in surgical approaches

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu leads obesity surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in gastric sleeve procedures.

• Over 34 years specializing in bariatric surgery
• Former Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
• Associate Professor title earned in 2012

Dr. Burak Kankaya brings international training from Italy and the US to his practice in gastric sleeve surgery.

• Completed general surgery specialization at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic Foundation – a leader in metabolic surgery
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association
• Practices evidence-based surgical techniques

Pioneer of robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu performed the first general surgery operation in the country using the Da Vinci system.

• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Over 35 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in gastric sleeve procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Over 34 years of surgical experience
• Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious medical school

Op. Dr. Şükrü Arslan is a General Surgeon. He received his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2005. He completed his General Surgery residency at Atatürk University between 2006 and 2011. He served as an Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Atatürk University from 2013 to 2017. He also worked with the Atatürk University Organ Transplantation Center.

His practice covers gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, hernia, and abdominal surgery. He focuses on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques and organ transplantation. He has worked in public hospitals and leading private hospitals across the Marmara Region. He has been a General Surgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital since May 2026. He speaks English.

Over 10,000 successful bariatric surgeries performed – Dr. Tali specializes in weight loss procedures at Central Hospital.

• 12+ years of experience 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 speaker at international conferences

Dr. Yahya Ozel brings 31 years of surgical expertise, specializing in minimally invasive bariatric procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques at Tokyo University Hospital
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member who trains future surgeons
• Specializes in both bariatric and hepatobiliary surgeries