Best Weight Loss Surgery Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Baris Gulgez is a general surgeon at CatchLife in Antalya, Turkey. He performs bariatric and weight loss surgeries to treat obesity. He works at a clinic that treats 2,000 patients annually.

• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.
• Has a gallery of over 60 before-and-after patient results.
• Works at a facility with the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Provides online consultations for international patients.

Ranked 3rd in Turkey's minor medical specialization exam – Dr. Ersen brings surgical oncology precision to weight loss procedures at Ekol International Hospitals.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Society
• Specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgeries
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for optimal outcomes

Specializing in laparoscopic oncosurgery and obesity surgeries, Dr. Kavak brings extensive expertise to weight loss procedures at Ekol International Hospitals.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Conducts national and international research with multiple citations
• Former lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University

Associate Professor in General Surgery with 16 years of expertise in bariatric procedures – Dr. Yoldass combines academic leadership with advanced surgical skills at Ekol International Hospitals.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques
• Member of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Former faculty member at Izmir University Medical School

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques for weight loss surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on endoscopic treatments for obesity
• Certified by European Hernia Society for laparoscopic procedures
• Academic editor for surgical textbooks on minimally invasive techniques
• 12 years of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery

Trained with Europe's top bariatric surgeons in Belgium and France, Dr. Derici specializes in advanced laparoscopic weight loss surgery at EsteCapelli Clinic.

• 31 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in gastric bypass, gastric balloon, and revision surgeries
• Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Fluent in English and French for international patients

1,100+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kaya specializes in vertical sleeve gastrectomy at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• 31 years of surgical experience with a focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Trained in advanced minimally invasive surgery in Hamburg and Strasbourg
• Performs 6–9 bariatric operations daily
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons

Dr. Fikret Dusunceli is a colorectal and general surgeon at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in mammology and bariatric surgery. Dr. Dusunceli works at a facility accredited by TEMOS and TÜV NORD, which verifies international standards for medical quality and safety.

• Practices at Academic Hospital, which treats 15,000 patients annually.
• Maintains a portfolio of results for surgical procedures.
• Works at a Turkish medical center with 120 beds.
• Treats patients at a clinic licensed for international health tourism.

Dr. Atilla Akova is a general surgeon with 30 years of experience. He specializes in obesity and diabetes surgery. He is skilled in advanced bariatric procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, metabolic surgery, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion, and stomach resection.

Dr. Akova earned his medical degree from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He completed his general surgery training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 1994. He is known for his high surgical success rates and dedication to new metabolic treatments.

Dr. Nayat Kebabci specializes in nutrition for weight loss surgery patients at Dr. HE Obesity Clinic, helping them achieve lasting results.

• Graduated from University of Istanbul with a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Works as a bariatric dietician since 2019
• Focuses on post-surgery dietary plans and nutritional support
• Fluent in English and Turkish for patient communication