Page 2 - Best Obesity doctors in Turkey: TOP 62 doctors

Dr. Tekelioglu brings 25+ years of surgical expertise, specializing in obesity treatments at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Extensive experience in general surgery, including weight loss procedures
• Performs both standard and specialized surgical interventions

Over 20 years specializing in obesity treatments, Dr. Aydin brings deep expertise to Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Board-certified surgeon with extensive experience in bariatric procedures
• Active member of the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Associate Professor at a leading private hospital in Istanbul
• Specializes in advanced surgical solutions for weight management

Expert in weight loss programs and bariatric surgery nutrition at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – Dr. Serenay guides patients through personalized dietary plans.

• Specializes in nutrition for bariatric surgery patients
• Focuses on diabetes and cardiovascular disease dietary management
• Provides tailored programs for pregnancy and breastfeeding nutrition

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on endoscopic intra-gastric botulinum toxin A for obesity treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with 3D imaging systems
• Certified by European Hernia Society for laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Editor of multiple books on minimally invasive and oncologic surgery

Professor Ersin Ozturk specializes in obesity surgery with extensive training at Uludag University and Cleveland Clinic.

• Over 14 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for weight loss
• PhD in Physiology alongside surgical qualifications
• Currently practices at Medicana Bursa Hospital

Specializing in laparoscopic obesity surgery, Dr. Derici trained with leading European surgeons in Belgium and France.

• Over 20 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in gastric bypass, gastric balloon, and revision surgeries
• Member of International Federation for Obesity and Bariatric Surgery
• Fluent in English and French for international patients

Ranked 3rd in Turkey's minor medical specialization exam – Dr. Ersen is a Surgical Oncologist with advanced training from Ankara University.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Society
• Specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on obesity-related procedures
• Trained at Karadeniz Technical University and Kocatepe University

Dr. Emin Ersoy specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a strong focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• 12+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expert in adult open heart surgery and endovascular procedures
• Trained at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• National and international publications in cardiovascular field
• Frequent speaker at scientific meetings on coronary artery disease

Specializes in surgical and endoscopic treatments for obesity at Dr. HE Clinic, focusing on lasting weight loss solutions.

• Performs endoscopic procedures like gastric balloon and botox
• Expert in metabolic disorder surgeries
• Offers minimally invasive options for obesity treatment

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – specializes in obesity-related nutrition with research on insulin resistance and hedonic eating behaviors.

• Completed Bariatric Nutrition and Innovations in Obesity courses
• Expert in post-bariatric surgery nutrition and chronic disease diets
• Worked at Hacettepe University Hospitals and Ekol Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patients

Specializes in liposuction and body contouring – Dr. Azer brings precision to obesity-related procedures at Surprise Experts Clinic.

• Board-certified plastic surgeon with 10+ years of experience
• Trained at Bezmialem Foundation University's Plastic Surgery Department
• Performs abdominoplasty and Brazilian Butt Lift procedures

Dr. Cenan Oktay specializes in obesity surgery with advanced training in Germany and Turkey.

• General Surgery Specialist since 1996
• Trained in microsurgery at Würtzburg University
• First in Turkey to use Valtrac rings for GIS anastomoses
• Active in clinical and experimental studies

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 8 years in various hospitals
• Currently working at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Vahit Mutlu has performed 900+ bariatric procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility ensuring international standards.

• 12 years 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

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Brief Curriculum Vitae 

I was born in Trabzon on 15.07.1969. After I attended Ismetpaşa Primary School and Cumhuriyet Secondary School, I was graduated from Trabzon High School. I had medical education and training in School of Medicine of Karadeniz Technical University from 1986 to 1992. I worked as medical practitioner in Alacahan subdistrict, Kangal District, Sivas City in 1992-1993 and in Sivas Police Headquarters to fulfill the conscription. I was assigned as Health Group Manager and Medical Practitioner in Dernekpazarı District of Trabzon in 1993-1994. I passed the Examination for Medical Specialty in 1995 and I had my residency training and education at Department of General Surgery in Istanbul School of Medicine of Istanbul University from 1995 to 2000. I was awarded the title of “General Surgeon” after I submitted the medical specialty thesis titled “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA” in 2001. After I worked at a privately owned hospital in 2000-2002, I started working in General Surgery Clinic of Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2003. I had rotation in General Surgery Clinic of School of Medicine in Istanbul University for 9 months in 2007. I was awarded the title “Associate Professor of General Surgery” in 2010. I undertook Management duties in Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital from November 2012 to December 2013 and in Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital from December 2013 to April 2015. I had been Head of Education and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery clinic at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital since 2010. I am Medical Director and General Surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul Aydın University as of 2017. 

I have intentionally dealt with renal transplantation during my residency education. After I was awarded the title “medical specialist”, I participated to diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy, bariatric surgery, laparoscopy and robotic surgery educations abroad for short periods. I am intensively dealing with any and all laparoscopic surgical procedures (especially bariatric and gastrointestinal system surgery) and diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound) in this clinic since 2003 and I also play the role of trainer. I do and train others about General Surgery procedures with Da Vinci Robotic system since 2010. 

I authored 74 papers that are published in SCI and SCI-e journals and 55 papers that are published in local journals, along with 7 book chapters and 86 papers presented in local congresses and 180 papers presented in international congresses. 

I am member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Turkish Association of Endoscopic – Laparoscopic Surgery, Turkish Association of Obesity Surgery, Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordination Association and Istanbul Surgical Association. I am also member of International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO), International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO), International Active Member of International Federation Surgical Obesity (IFSO). 

Date of Birth: July 15th, 1969 

Educational Status: 

Bachelor’s Degree School of Medicine Karadeniz Technical University 1992 

Medical Specialty Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine İstanbul University 2001 

Title of Medical Specialty Thesis (abstract is attached) and Supervisor: 

1. “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA”. February 2001 Supervisor: Prof. Uluğ Eldegez, M.D. 

General Surgeon Büyük Anadolu Hospital 2001-2003 

General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2003-2006 

General Surgeon Istanbul University Emergency Surgery Clinic, Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine 2006-9 months 

General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006-2010 

Associate Professor of General Surgery Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010-…

Head of Training and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery Clinic Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010 - …

 Doctorate thesis / proficiency in art studies supervised: 

1. Ede, B., “Changes in Thyroid Hormones After Thyroid Surgery”, Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

2. Dodur B., “Factors Influencing Mortality and Morbidity in Gastrointestinal Bleeding” Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

Duties undertaken in Projects: 

1. “Enteral Stents for Colonic Obstructions (ESCO): Prospective, randomized European multisentric study, comparing enteral stent followed by elective surgery versus emergency surgical treatment in malignant colonic obstruction. “ European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) Clinical Trial Center (CTC) Clinical Trial gov. Identifier: NCT00591695 

2. A phase III, randomized, double-blind, parallel group efficiency and safety study that compares safety and efficiency of oral dabigatran etexilate (150 mg BID) with warfarin (INR = 2.0-3.0) in semiannual treatment of acute symptomatic thromboembolism following initial treatment with a parenteral anticoagulant agent, which is approved for the relevant indication, minimum for five days – RECOVER II” Protocol code 1160.46

Editorialships: 

1. General Surgery Department, Advisory Board, Turkish Clinics Medical Sciences Journal, 2010 

2. “Global Journal of Surgery” Editorial Board 2010 

Scientific Organization Memberships: 

1. Turkish Surgical Association 

2. Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 

3. Turkish Association for Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery 

4. Turkish Obesity Surgery Society 

5. Organ Transplantation Centers Coordination Association 

6. Istanbul Surgical Association 

7. International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). 

8. International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) 

9. International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO). 

10. International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO). 

11. International Active Member of International Fedaration Surgical Obesity (IFSO)