Best bariatric surgeons in Turkey: TOP 127 doctors

1,100+ obesity surgeries with a 0.1% complication rate – Dr. Batman is a leading bariatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric balloon procedures
• Associate Professor with academic training at Istanbul University
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Offers multidisciplinary care for complex obesity cases

Assoc. Prof. Vahit Mutlu has performed 900+ bariatric procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility ensuring international standards.

• 13 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric balloon procedures
• Research background from Ondokuz Mayis University's surgery department
• Personally analyzes each patient's documents for tailored treatment plans

1,100+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and long-term patient follow-up at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic.

• 21 years of experience of experience in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery
• Follows patients up to 21 years of experience post-surgery for sustained results
• Founder of Lotus Bariatrics Clinic with personalized treatment plans
• Trained in advanced laparoscopy and war surgery techniques
• Graduated from Pamukkale University – cradle of sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey

Specializes in weight loss surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Completed a Bariatric Surgery masterclass in 2017
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery
• Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Works at one of Turkey's leading medical centers

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, with 43+ international publications and 9 awards for surgical excellence.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in minimally invasive weight-loss procedures
• Expert in biliopancreatic diversion and laparoscopic gastric bypass
• Published extensively on surgical techniques and outcomes
• Fluent in English, German, and Turkish for international patients

Specialist in advanced laparoscopic surgery with leadership roles at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and Florence Nightingale Hospitals.

• 29 years of experience performing bariatric procedures
• Former Director of Esophageal and Gastric Diseases Surgery Center
• Faculty member at Istanbul Science University
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Eroglu specializes in weight loss surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a strong focus on laparoscopic techniques.

• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Bilim University
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Published 16 scientific articles on surgical techniques
• Winner of First Prize in Turkey for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy

900+ obesity and metabolic procedures performed – Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci became Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon in 2012.

• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery techniques
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston
• Ranked first in Turkey's subspecialty exam for general surgeons
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School

Prof. Aydin specializes in bariatric surgery with 37 years of experience of experience, focusing on gastric sleeve and bypass procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye High Specialization Hospital
• Professor of General Surgery at Inonu University
• Expert in gastric sleeve, gastric band, and bypass surgeries
• Combines clinical practice with academic research

6,200+ weight-loss and cosmetic procedures over 28 years of experience – Dr. Kara is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with his own patented instrument.

• Invented a specialized laparoscopic tool for improved patient outcomes
• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association since 2008
• Multiple awards in international and national scientific competitions
• Member of prestigious surgical organizations including Turkish Surgical Association

900+ bariatric procedures performed – Prof. Guler specializes in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 34 years of experience of surgical experience
• Professor at Istanbul Aydin University with advanced degrees in health law
• Specializes in gastric bypass, sleeve, and band procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Obesity Surgery
• Trained at Turkey's top medical institutions including Hacettepe University

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with over 34 years of experience of experience at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in gastric bypass, sleeve, and band procedures
• Active member of IFSO – shaping international bariatric standards
• Published extensively on obesity and metabolic management
• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned surgical program

Over 34 years of experience specializing in bariatric surgery, Dr. Alis leads the Obesity and Metabolic Surgery department at Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Published 74 papers in SCI journals on surgical innovations
• Active member of IFSO and other international surgical societies
• Teaches next-generation surgeons in minimally invasive procedures

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in robotic-assisted bariatric surgery with advanced training in France, Ankara, and Istanbul.

• 22 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Member of IFSO – the leading global bariatric surgery association
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in both primary bariatric surgeries and complex revisions

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, Dr. Yilmaz combines academic expertise with extensive surgical experience in obesity treatments.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries
• Over 15 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Practiced at multiple state and research hospitals
• Currently affiliated with Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Prof. Ozkan brings 31 years of experience of surgical expertise, including leadership roles at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University and Memorial Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in abdominal surgery with extensive academic experience
• Former Dean of Faculty of Medicine at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
• Founding Dean at Aksaray University's Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Soykan Barlas brings over 24 years of experience of expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques, including weight loss surgery, at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained in Scotland for advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Associate Professor in General Surgery with 20+ published articles
• Specializes in kidney and pancreas transplant surgeries
• Recipient of the 'Certificate of Appreciation' from the Turkish Ministry of Health

Associate Professor at Akdeniz University with 25 years of experience in gastroenterology, specializing in weight management procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Expert in advanced gastrointestinal procedures like sleeve gastrectomy
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University's Gastroenterology Division
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex