Best Weight Loss Surgery Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Ahmet Turkoglu is a general surgeon. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine (1998–2005). He completed his specialty training at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010).

He worked in general surgery as a research assistant at Firat University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010). He then served as a specialist physician at Ercis State Hospital (2011–2012). He later joined Dicle University Faculty of Medicine as an assistant professor (2012–2016) and associate professor (2016–2018).

He worked as an associate professor at Gaziantep Medical Park Hospital (2018–2020), Hospitalpark Darica Hospital (2020–2021), and Private Reyap Istanbul Hospital (2021–2024). Since 2024, he has been a professor at Private Pendik Bolge Hospital.

Dr. Cevat Azeroglu specializes in advanced radiological diagnostics, offering precise imaging services to aid in medical decision-making.

• Graduated from Tabriz University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in Radiology at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Expert in conventional radiology, ultrasound, CT, and MRI imaging
• Provides interventional radiology for minimally invasive procedures
• Focuses on oncological imaging for cancer staging and follow-up

Dr Erdem Gelegen specializes in Ophthalmology, with expertise in cataract and refractive surgery at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Over 22 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Skilled in phacoemulsification and premium intraocular lens implantation
• Expert in laser techniques for vision correction
• Treats retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu specializes in minimally invasive weight loss surgeries, offering faster recovery and improved patient comfort at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication with international patients
• Expert in gastrointestinal and endocrine surgeries, including gallbladder and thyroid operations
• Provides comprehensive surgical care with a patient-centered approach
• Skilled in laparoscopic procedures for weight loss

Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör designs personalized nutrition plans for weight management and metabolic conditions at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Specializes in diabetes, thyroid disorders, and cardiovascular diseases
• Creates evidence-based diet programs for long-term health
• Focuses on sports nutrition for performance enhancement
• Provides pediatric and adolescent nutrition counseling

Dr. Akkaya brings over 41 years of dermatology expertise, specializing in both medical and cosmetic skin treatments.

• Expert in treating psoriasis, eczema, acne, and vitiligo
• Specializes in dermato-oncology and skin tumor treatments
• Offers advanced laser and light-based therapies
• Provides cosmetic procedures like fillers and chemical peels

Specializes in dermatology with over 12 years of experience, focusing on both medical and cosmetic skin treatments.

• Expert in treating acne, eczema, and psoriasis
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious skin lesions
• Offers dermal fillers and laser treatments for skin rejuvenation
• Provides pediatric dermatology services

Prof. Dr. Oktay Banlı is a Professor of General Surgery. He has focused on laparoscopic bariatric surgery since 2006. His main procedures are sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass.

MD, Ankara University (1988). General Surgery Specialist, Erciyes University (1996). He worked for 11 years in the General Surgery and Kidney Transplantation Clinic at Etlik Specialized Hospital. He completed advanced laparoscopic training in France (2005–2006). He became an Associate Professor in 2007 and a Professor in 2013. He also served as Clinical Chief at Elazığ Education and Research Hospital. In 2014, he worked in bariatric and metabolic surgery clinics at Weill Cornell Medical College and Lenox Hill Hospital in New York.

He has published in international journals and is a member of professional societies. His interests include gastric balloon and band, sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), mini gastric bypass (MGB), duodenal switch/biliopancreatic diversion (BPD), advanced laparoscopy, hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, and transplant surgery and coordination.