Best Obesity Doctors in Turkey — TOP 94

Assoc. Prof. Burcin Batman has performed 1,100+ obesity surgeries with a remarkable 0.1% complication rate at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgeries like sleeve gastrectomy
• Associate Professor at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Offers comprehensive pre- and post-operative support

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

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Prof. Aydin specializes in obesity surgery, with expertise in gastric sleeve procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
• Professor of General Surgery at Inonu University
• Specializes in bariatric surgical interventions
• Over 37 years of experience of surgical experience

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

• 23 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery
• Ranked first in Turkey's subspecialty exam for general surgeons
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Guler is a professor specializing in gastrointestinal surgery and obesity treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 34 years of experience of surgical experience
• Member of the Turkish Society of Obesity Surgery and other prestigious associations
• Professor at Istanbul Aydin University
• Trained at Hacettepe and Baskent Universities

Over 22 years of experience specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery – Dr. Poyrazoglu performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures for obesity treatment at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained in robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Expert in both primary bariatric surgeries and complex revisions
• Published research in international journals on surgical outcomes

Dr. Halil Alis is a renowned laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon with extensive research contributions in obesity and metabolic management.

• Specializes in laparoscopic bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeries
• Active member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Holds multiple international surgical society memberships
• Professor with specialty training from Istanbul University

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Specializing in obesity surgery, Dr. Yilmaz combines academic expertise with years of hands-on experience at leading hospitals.

• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Practiced general surgery for over 15 years of experience in various hospitals
• Currently working at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Associate Professor at Akdeniz University with a focus on gastroenterology, offering specialized care for obesity at Medical Park Antalya.

• 25 years of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
• Academic roles include Assistant and Associate Professor positions
• Professional experience in both university and state hospitals

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in obesity surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience. He works at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Professor at Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Trained at Akdeniz and İnönü Universities

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in bariatric surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association (BMCD)
• Published research on laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with ileal transposition
• Over 12 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Prof. Kaptanoglu brings over 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, including specialized training at Northwestern University’s Transplantation Center.

• Specializes in advanced bariatric techniques for obesity management
• Trained in transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery – rare dual expertise
• Member of the American Society for Transplantation
• Former Associate Professor at prestigious Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Emek specializes in obesity treatments at Medical Park Antalya, with extensive training and academic roles in general surgery.

• Associate professorship and full professorship at Akdeniz University
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Specialized training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Active in the Mediterranean Health Foundation

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

Associate Professor at Istanbul Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Education and Research Hospital with extensive experience in general surgery and breast cancer treatment.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Specialized in breast cancer surgery and treatment
• Published multiple research articles on breast cancer and surgical outcomes
• Holds numerous certificates in breast cancer surgery and treatment