Best bariatric surgeons in Turkey: TOP 113 doctors

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Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu

  • New
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • PERSONAL INFORMATION

    Date of Birth: 18.08.1968

    Place of Birth: Konya – Cihanbeyli

    Higher Education: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1991)

    Specialization: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery

    Specialization Graduation Thesis: Comparison of L-thyroxine Bromocriptine in Relation to

    TSH Suppression After Total Thyroidectomy (19.02.1997)

    Military Service: Sivas Military Hospital (1999-2000)

    Foreign Language: English

     

    WORK EXPERIENCE

    - May 15, 1997-1999 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

    - July 1999 – September 2000 – Sivas Military Hospital

    - Since October 2000 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

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Huseyin Sinan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, TWT Health Clinic
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Ezgi Sevic

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 6 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Assoc.Prof.Dr.Cemal Kara / Medical Park İzmir Hospital
  • NUTRITION AND DIET SPECIALIST 

    Ezgi Sevic graduated from Hacettepe University, Department of Nutrition and Dietetic as Honor Student. During her education, she conducted studies on “'The Effect of Hedonic Eating Behavior on Obesity', 'Total Parenteral Nutrition in Children' and 'The Relationship Between Insulin Resistance and Obesity'.” During her education, she took part in the field in studies on determining the nutritional status of the society. She worked as intern dietitian in Hospitals of Hacettepe University (Oncology Hospital, Adults Hospital, İhsan Doğramacı Child Hospital), Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital and many Community Health Centres. 
    She worked in Izmir Private Ekol Hospital. She successfully completed the 'Bariatric Nutrition Course' and the 'Innovations in Obesity Course'. She has participated in many training and seminar programs in her field. 

    Interests: Post- Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Nutrition, the Nutrition in Chronicle Diseases, Nutrition in Individuals with Diabetes, Nutrition in Cancer, Nutrition in Congenital Metabolic Diseases, Food Intolerances, Body Weight Control, Child and Adolescent Nutrition, Nutrition in Old Age, Nutrition in Pregnancy and Lactation.

    Dietit. Ezgi Sevic knows advanced English. 

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,709 - $4,709
Gastric bypass
$6,475 - $6,475
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Mehmet Abdussamet Bozkurt

  • 4.3 Good 16 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
Gastric band
$6,000 - $6,000
Gastric bypass
$12,500 - $12,500
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Ibrahim Karatas

  • 4.3 Good 8 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Dr. Ibrahim Karatas is a General Surgery Specialist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in metabolic and bariatric surgery, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and Type 2 diabetes surgeries. He has trained extensively in advanced laparoscopy and infrared photocoagulation and sclerotherapy. He is an active member of several professional associations and a founding member of the Manisa Breast Surgery Association.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,500 - $3,000
Gastric bypass
$3,390 - $3,500
Gastric balloon
$1,500 - $1,580
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Mustafa Unal

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Parla Clinic
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Jumana Baryhe

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Aesthetical Clinic
  • Dr. Jumana Baryhe is a specialist in advanced aesthetic and hair restoration procedures. She performs Botox injections, non-surgical nose correction, FUE and DHI hair transplants, beard and eyebrow transplants, brow lifts, lip implants, and laser vaginal rejuvenation. Dr. Baryhe is known for her skill in minimally invasive techniques. Her patients report high satisfaction with their results.

    Dr. Baryhe is dedicated to excellence in her field. She has completed hundreds of successful procedures. Her reputation is built on technical expertise and personalized care. She uses the latest methods and follows international standards in cosmetic medicine.

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Hasan Erdem

  • 4.8 Excellent 19 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. HE Obesity Clinic
  • Dr. Hasan Erdem is an Associate Professor and General Surgery Specialist. He is known for his skill in obesity and metabolic surgery. Dr. Erdem has performed thousands of bariatric and metabolic procedures. He is recognized as a leading surgeon in Turkey. He holds advanced certifications, including the Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Hands-On Course (USA) and the Laparoscopic Colon Rectum Surgery Course.

    Dr. Erdem is a member of respected organizations such as the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders and the Turkish Surgical Association. He founded the Dr. HE Obesity Clinic in Istanbul. Since then, he has maintained high patient satisfaction and earned international accreditation. His work reflects a strong commitment to quality surgical care.

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Gastric balloon
$2,343 - $3,520
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,227 - $4,462
Gastric bypass
$5,404 - $5,639
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Professor Burhan Mayir Md

  • New
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Prof. Dr. Burhan Mayir Scarless Sleeve Clinic
  • Professor Burhan Mayir isespecially interested in metabolic and bariatric surgery, also. He performs single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy, gastric by pass procedures and revisional bariatric surgeries. He has experience about metabolic-bariatric surgery, gastro-esophagus reflux surgery, endoscopic thyroid surgery (scarless thyroidectomy), cancer surgery, hernia surgery, adrenal gland surgery, other gastrointestinal surgical procedures, liver surgery, spleen surgery, hemorrhoid surgery and anal fissure surgery. He has speeches in various congresses and meetings, over 60 articles published in national and international refereed journals, and over 100 abstracts presented at congresses.

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Gastric bypass
$4,121 - $4,356
Post-bariatric plastic surgery
$4,238 - $4,592
Biliopancreatic diversion
$5,416 - $5,651
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Muslum Tarkan

  • New
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Eskisehir, Klinik Mavi
  • Dr. Muslum Tarkan is a specialist in bariatric surgery with over 15 years of experience. He is proficient in numerous operations including but not limited to lumpectomy, mastectomy, thyroid resection, removal of colon and liver cancer, and various types of gastric surgeries.
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Gastric bypass
$4,500 - $5,000
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
$4,500 - $5,000
Stomach stapling
$3,500 - $4,000
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Alpaslan Terzi

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Izmit, Private Yüzyıl Hospital
  • Name Surname : Alpaslan TERZİ

    Birthplace - Year : 1974

    Academic Title : Prof. Dr.

    Foreign Language : English

    Education

    M.S. - Faculty of Medicine - Akdeniz University / 1999

    Ph.D./S.Qualification/ Medical Specialization - General Surgery - İnönü University / 2004

    Associate Professor General Surgery / 2011

    Work Experience

    Dr. Res. Assoc. - İnönü University / 1999-2004

    Op.Dr. -Gemerek State Hospital / 2004-2005

    Lecturer - Harran University Faculty of Medicine / 2005-2005

    Medical Second Lieutenant - Adana Military Hospital / 2005-2006

    Assist. Prof. Dr. - Harran University Faculty of Medicine / 2006-2011

    Assoc. Prof. - Harran University Faculty of Medicine / 2011-2014

    Assoc. Prof. - Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine / 2014-2016

    Assoc. Prof. - Primary Hospital (part-time) / 2015-2016

    Prof. Dr. - Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine / 2016-

    Assoc. Prof. - Medikalpark Batman Hospital / 2016-2018

    Assoc. Prof. - Private Zilan Hospital / 2018-2020

    Assoc. Prof. - Özel Batı Hospital / 2020-

    Associations and NGOs Membership

    Turkish Surgical Association

    Endocrine Surgery Association

    Turkish Medical Association

    Certificates Received

    Experimental Animal Use Certificate

    Experimental Cell Culture Certificate

    Scientific Congresses and Courses Attended

    Breast Diseases Congress 2015- Antalya

    7th National Endocrine Surgery Congress 2015-Antalya

    13th Medical-Surgical Endocrinology Postgraduate Education Course 2014-Antalya

    19th National Surgery Congress 2014-Antalya

    6th National Endocrine Surgery Congress 2013-Antalya

    18th National Surgery Congress 2012- İzmir

    17th National Surgery Congress 2010- Ankara

    Course on Ethical Approach in Clinical Research. Gaziantep-2009

    VI. National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress. Antalya-2007

    3rd Çukurova Colo-Proctology & Stoma-Therapy Symposium. Adana-2007

    Basic Statistics-e Course. 2007

    XXI. Gevher Nesibe Medical Days IV. Experimental and Clinical Research Congress. Kayseri-2003

    XXI. Gevher Nesibe Medical Days IV. Experimental and Clinical Research Congress Experimental Tumor Generation and Cell Culture Techniques Course. Kayseri-2003

    XIX. Regional Surgery Congress. Malatya-2003

    Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association Regional Meeting. Erzurum-2002

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Alper Hacioglu

  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Eskisehir, Klinik Mavi
  • Dr. Alper Hacioglu is a renowned bariatric surgeon with over 12 years of experience. He specializes in various operations including umbilical hernia repair, hemorrhoidectomy, cholecystectomy, liver resection, appendectomy, small intestine resection, lumpectomy, colectomy, thyroidectomy, lipoma removal, and various gastric surgeries like gastric bypass, gastric sleeve surgery, post-bariatric plastic surgery, gastric balloon, and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.
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Gastric bypass
$4,500 - $5,000
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
$4,500 - $5,000
Stomach stapling
$3,500 - $4,000
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Mirhan Tosun

  • 4 Good 1 review
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Reyap Hospital
  • Dr. Mirhan Tosun is a specialist in General and Bariatric Surgery. He is known for his skill in gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and gastric balloon procedures. Dr. Tosun completed his medical degree and surgical training at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

    He has worked in top medical centers and has taught in academic settings. Dr. Tosun is recognized for his high patient success rates and focus on safety. His practice is accredited for quality, showing his commitment to modern, evidence-based care.

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Gastric bypass
$4,121 - $5,298
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Doctor Nadir Adnan Hacim

  • New
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Erdem Hospital
  • Education

    • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / 2003
    • Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital / 2009
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    Experience

    • 2023 - Presently Güneşli Erdem Hospital
    • 2021 - 2023 Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
    • 2019 - 2021 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
    • 2017 - 2019 Private Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital
    • 2011 - 2017 Private Camlica Erdem Hospital
    • 2010 - 2011 Göle State Hospital
    • 2009 - 2010 Edremit Military Hospital
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    Professional Memberships

    TTB-Istanbul Medical Chamber

    Turkish Surgery Association

    Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

    Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association

     

    Procedures Performed

    • Laparoscopic gastric cancer, colon cancer and rectal cancer operations
    • Laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery
    • Laparoscopic appendectomy (appendicitis)
    • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder)
    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Gastroenterology Surgery
    • Tube Stomach Surgery
    • Gastric Bypass
    • Gastric Balloon
    • Swallowable Gastric Balloon
    • hemorrhoid disease
    • Anal fissure-fistula disease
    • inguinal hernia
    • incisional hernia
    • umbilical hernia
    • anal abscess
    • hair transplant surgery
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Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz

  • New
  • 18 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Erdem Hospital
  • Associate Professor Dr. Ali Solmaz is a general and bariatric surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in general, metabolic, and obesity surgery. Dr. Solmaz completed his medical education and surgical training at Marmara University, a leading institution in Turkey. He earned his associate professorship at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital.

    Dr. Solmaz has performed thousands of surgeries at hospitals such as Çamlıca Erdem Hospital and Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital. He is known for his skills in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery. These techniques help patients recover faster and achieve better results.

    He is active in medical research and serves on the editorial boards of several journals. Dr. Solmaz is also a member of professional organizations, including IFSO, the Turkish Surgery Association, and the Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Association.

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Volkan Tümentemur

  • 4.9 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipunto Clinic
  • Dr. Volkan Tümentemur is a General Surgery specialist. He completed his medical degree in English at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. He is known for his advanced surgical skills and dedication to patient care.

    Dr. Tümentemur has performed many successful surgeries. He is recognized for achieving high patient satisfaction. He works with top medical institutions and regularly updates his knowledge through ongoing training in general surgery.

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Gastric bypass
$3,100 - $3,100
Gastric band
$3,000 - $3,000
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Nail Ersoz

  • New
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Kayseri, SYSTEM HOSPITAL
  • Dr. Nail Ersoz is a skilled general surgeon with degrees from Erciyes and Fırat Universities. He placed first in the Turkish Surgery Association Board Exam. Dr. Ersoz has worked at Sevgi and Dünyam Hospitals, where he managed many types of surgical cases.

    He has published several scientific papers in national journals. His main areas of expertise include breast cancer, colon cancer, gluteal abscess, polyps, and reflux. Dr. Ersoz is known for his strong clinical skills and academic contributions to general surgery.

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Gastric balloon
$3,000 - $3,000
Gastric bypass
$5,700 - $5,700
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Doc Dr Ali Durmus

  • 4.5 Good 4 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul EsteCapelli Clinic Medical Solutions
  • Assoc. Dr. Ali DURMUŞ was born in the Fevzipaşa township of İslahiye, Gaziantep. Because his father worked at Tekel, he started his education at Malatya Derme Primary School and completed it at Adıyaman Atatürk Primary School. When his father was appointed to Amasya Taşova district, he attended secondary school at Taşova Atatürk Secondary School. He finished high school at Gaziantep Kilis High School, ranking 3rd.

    Since his uncle was in Çanakkale, he chose Çanakkale Education Institute as a university. Assoc. Prof. Dr. is a teacher. Ali Durmuş was appointed to Yukarı Tutak village in Ağrı's Diyadin district within the scope of compulsory service. After working as a teacher for a period, he took the university exam again.

    He was accepted to Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, one of the two medical faculties that taught in English at that time. He completed one year of English preparation and 6 years of medical education without any loss. He was a member of the ski team and basketball team at the university, and also managed social events such as the annual medical ball.

    He was assigned to Iskenderun State Hospital in compulsory service. Assoc. Prof. Dr., who served as the emergency manager. Ali Durmuş passed the General Surgery Department of Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in the Medical Specialization Exam. Assoc. Prof. Dr. completed his specialization and became a specialist. Due to his success in his compulsory service, Ali Durmuş was appointed as assistant chief physician to the Oncology department at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.

    Later, he was appointed as a training officer in the Department of General Surgery and Gastroenterology. He helped develop laparoscopic stomach and intestinal surgeries (sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, reflux, colon cancer, stomach cancer, etc.) in Turkey. Between 2002 and 2015, he trained dozens of assistants and helped them become general surgeons.

    In 2015, he left his job in Okmeydanı and worked as Assistant Professor. He started working as a faculty member at Nişantaşı University.

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Post-bariatric plastic surgery
$3,532 - $4,592
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Erdem Can Yardimci

  • 4.3 Good 6 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Clinics United
  • Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı, MD

    Accredited Metabolic, Bariatric, and Weight-Loss Surgeon

    Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is a highly skilled, accredited bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in metabolic, bariatric, and weight-loss surgery. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in Samsun (2005-2011) and completed his surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2013-2018). Over the years, he has become a trusted expert in performing complex surgical procedures.

    Dr. Yardımcı has served in prominent positions, including at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic in Istanbul (2021-2022) and Tokat Medical Park Hospital (2020-2021). Since 2022, he has been an essential part of the Clinics United team in Antalya, where he continues to transform lives through safe and effective bariatric surgeries.

    As an accredited bariatric surgeon, Dr. Yardımcı has participated in numerous international training programs and conferences, staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in obesity surgery. His dedication to patient care, combined with his continuous professional development, ensures that every patient receives world-class treatment and compassionate support throughout their journey.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,885 - $4,238
Gastric bypass
$4,238 - $4,592
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Huseyin Akyol

  • New
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Op.Dr. Hüseyin Akyol Clinic
  • Kiss. Dr. Lecturer Hüseyin Akyol presents the obesity and metabolic surgery processes of all his patients at the highest standards by using personalized treatment methods, his experienced team and high technology equipment. Operations and treatment follow-up processes are carried out in fully equipped and up-to-date A-plus hospitals.

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