Page 2 - Best bariatric surgeons in Turkey: TOP 126 doctors

Associate Professor specializing in weight loss surgery with over 29 years of experience of experience at Istanbul Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Education and Research Hospital.

• Extensive research on surgical outcomes and neoadjuvant therapy
• Holds multiple international certificates in advanced surgical techniques
• Published numerous articles on breast cancer and surgical methods
• Former Chief Physician at Private Istanbul Şafak Hospital

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tahir Oruç has performed 900+ obesity and metabolic surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• 37 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity
• Trained in laparoscopic gastric band and lower GI surgery in Austria and Scotland
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Robotic surgery training at Acιbadem University
• Professorship at Istinye University's Department of General Surgery

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 combines academic excellence with clinical expertise in weight loss surgery, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Medical Park Antalya.

• Professor at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in gastric balloon, band, bypass, and sleeve procedures
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Extensive training in general surgery from Ankara University

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon with many years of clinical experience. He has a strong academic background. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program). He completed his specialization in General Surgery at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

He has worked in public and private healthcare institutions. He brings this experience to his private practice. His clinical focus includes obesity treatment, breast diseases, abdominal wall hernias, and anorectal disorders. He uses current, safe, and science-based surgical methods within a multidisciplinary care model.

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. 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

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu brings 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in obesity surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Professor of obesity surgery with extensive academic background
• Former Head of General Surgery Department at prestigious Turkish hospitals
• Specializes in both surgical and non-surgical weight management approaches
• Performs procedures at JCI-accredited Memorial Hospital

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

Dr. Burak Kankaya trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine Surgery Center – a global leader in metabolic surgery.

• Over 17 years of experience of surgical experience in weight loss procedures
• Performs gastric sleeve and gastric balloon surgeries with precision
• PhD in General Surgery from Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association

Pioneer of robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu performed the country's first Da Vinci procedure and specializes in advanced weight loss techniques.

• 35 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in robotic-assisted gastric sleeve and bypass procedures
• Trained future surgeons as Lecturer at Kadir Has University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Ozdenkaya specializes in advanced robotic-assisted obesity surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 23 years of experience focused exclusively on obesity surgery
• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Expert in gastric sleeve resection and mini-gastric bypass
• Associate Professor in General Surgery

Dr. Tepebasi specializes in minimally invasive gastric balloon procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss.

• Focuses on tailored diet plans and follow-up care
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive support
• Provides nutritional coaching and emotional guidance

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

Specialized in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with advanced training from Istanbul University – a leader in weight loss surgical techniques.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in bariatric procedures
• Trained in laparoscopic antireflux and oncological cancer surgery
• Performs surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Prof. Selin Kapan is a leading general surgery expert with over 31 years of experience of experience in weight loss procedures at Istanbul's top hospitals.

• Professor of General Surgery with extensive academic and clinical background
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques for weight loss surgery
• Active member of Turkish Surgical and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Associations
• Published 50+ scientific papers on surgical techniques and outcomes

Prof. Dr. Önder SÜRGİT is a General Surgeon in the General Surgery Clinic. Working hours: 09:00–18:00. Core practice areas include laparoscopic surgery, cancer surgery, and bariatric surgery.

Graduated from Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine in 1995. Academic title: Professor. Served as Instructor Surgeon at ITEM (Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center). Held faculty roles at Turgut Özal University and Atılım University, Faculties of Medicine. Also worked at Ankara Medicana Hospital and Optimed Health Group. Foreign language: English.

Dr. Servet Tali is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon with more than 12 years of experience. He graduated from Cumhuriyet University Medical School. He has performed over 10,000 bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He consults more than 1,000 patients with obesity and diabetes each year.

He is a member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association. He has contributed to many national and international publications. He is often invited to speak at scientific meetings and international conferences. He is known for innovative methods in bariatric surgery.

Clinical focus: Bariatric/weight-loss (Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Balloon). Metabolic/diabetes surgery (Non-Diverted Ileal Interposition, Transit Bipartition, Diverted Ileal Interposition, Duodenojejunal Bypass, SASI Bypass, SADI-S).