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Dr. İlhami Soykan Barlas was born in the year 1977 in Istanbul Moda. He is graduated from Kadıköy Anadolu High School and Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He was awarded the title of General Surgery Specialist after completing his general surgery specialization in Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in the year 2008. 

He went to Scotland 2 times in the years 2006-2007 and received advanced laparoscopic education. He awarded with ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey in the year 2009 for his contributions to the establishment of Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital Burn Center and for his related works. 

After completing his compulsory service at Kastamonu İnebolu State Hospital between the years 2009-2011, resigned from his duty at the state owned institutions, returned to Istanbul and started to work in private sector. He has been working as kidney transplant and general surgery specialist in Florence Nightingale group of hospitals since the year 2013. Since the year 2017, he has been serving as academic Doctor Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine of Demiroğlu Science University. He has more than 20 articles published in national and international journals in general surgery and kidney transplant and more than 30 proceedings that are submitted in national and international congresses. 

He also has been the book editor and chapter author on kidney transplant and he also has been chapter author in various surgery books. Dr Soykan Barlas has been awarded the title ‘General Surgery Associate Professor’ in the year 2020. Currently, he has been working within the organization of Medical Park Group of Hospitals .

 EXPERIENCES 

 İstanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital 2003-2008 (Specialization Education ) 

 İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital 2009 

 İnebolu State Hospital 2009-2011 (Compulsory Service Duty) 

 Private Hospitalium Şişli Hospital 2012-2013 

 Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2013-2020 

 Demiroğlu Science University Faculty of Medicine Surgery Department Lecturer 2017- Present 

 İstanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2020- Present 

 Private Osmanoğlu Hospital Şişli 2020-2022 Medical Park Göztepe Hospital 2022- present.

SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES 

1.Soykan Barlas,ArzuAkan,YavuzEryavuz,GirayYavuz,SedatKamalı,Gülçin Kamalı: PrimaryHydatidosis of thegluteusmuscle:Report of a caseandreview of theliterature. Ind JSurg.2016; 78(2): 161–162. 

2.Metin Kement, Hakan Ahmet Acar, İlhami Soykan Barlas, Nihat Aksakal, Cem Gezen, Uygar Düzci, Mustafa Öncel: Clinical evaluation of a temporaryfecalcontainmentdevicefornonsurgicalfecaldiversion in perinealburns. Ulus Trauma Emergency Surgery Journal. 2011; 17(2): 123-127 

3.Bilgin Y, Hot S,BarlasIS,AkanA,Eryavuz Y:Short andlongtermresults of harmonicscalpelhemorrhoidectomyversusstaplerhemorrhoidopexy in treatment of hemorrhoidaldisease. Asian J Surg. 2015;38(4):214-9. 

4.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Sakaci T, Koc Y, Basturk T, Akin EB, Ecder T. NewOnsetDiabetesAfterKidneyTransplantationandPretransplantHypoma gnesemia.ProgTransplant. 2016 Mar;26(1):55-61. doi: 10.1177/1526924816633949. 

5.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Altunrende F, Akin EB, Ecder T. CalcifiedDouble J StentafterSequentialLiverandRenalTransplantationAssociatedtoprim aryOxalosis: Case Report. BANTAO journal, 2015;13(2), 97-99. 

6.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, KuskuCabuk F, Akin EB, Ecder T. A veryraretumor in a renaltransplantdonorcandidate: primarymesentericneuroendocrinetumor.InternationalJournal Of AdvancesIn Case Reports, 2015;2(4):244-249 

7.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Akin EB, Ecder T. Shouldtransplantureter be stentedroutinelyor not?EurRevMedPharmacolSci. 2014;18(23):3551-6. 

8.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Koc Y, Basturk T, Sakaci T, Akin EB, Ecder T. Theincidence of newonsetdiabetesaftertransplantationandrelatedfactors: Singlecenterexperience. Nefrologia, 2017;37(2):181-188. 

9.Akin EB, Aydogdu I, Barlas IS. Introducing RobotAssistedLaparoscopicDonorNephrectomyAfterExperienceInHandAssistedRetroperitoneoscopicApproach. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2221-222. 

10. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Sardogan C, Akin EB. IncisionalComplicationsandCosmetic Evaluation AfterHand-AssistedRetroperitoneoscopicDonorNephrectomy. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2215-2220. 

11. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Ecder T, Akin EB. HandAssistedNephretomyPredisposesIncisionalHerniationInObeseL ivingDonors. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2210-2214. 

12.Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, KocY, Barlas IS, Abouzahir S,Ecder ST, Akin EB. TheOutcome of DesensitizationTherapy in Immunologically High-risk KidneyTransplantation: Single-Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2268-2273 

13.GodeOguten E, Barlas IS, Akin EB. MentalDistressSymptomsand Life SatisfactionamongLivingKidneyDonors: FrequencyandAssociationwithSubjectiveEvaluations. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2232-2236 

14. Atan Ucar Z,Sinangil A, Koc Y, Barlas IS, AbouzahirS, Ecder T, Akin EB. TheClinicalPrognosis Of TheRenalRetransplantPatients: A Single Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2274- 2278. 

15. Barlas IS, Demir M, Akın EB. A single-center nineyearexperience in pediatrickidneytransplantation. Cumhuriyet MedicalJournal 2020; 42 (1), 126-135

Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz specializes in obesity surgery with extensive experience in bariatric procedures at Çamlıca Erdem Hospital.

• Board-certified with a postgraduate degree from Marmara University
• Member of the International Federation For The Surgery Of Obesity And Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Editorial board member for several medical journals on weight loss and surgery
• Over 15 years of surgical experience focusing on obesity treatments

Over 6,200 weight-loss and cosmetic procedures performed in 26 years – Dr. Kara is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with his own patented instrument.

• Board-certified in general surgery since 2008
• Invented a specialized laparoscopic surgical tool for improved patient outcomes
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and other prestigious medical organizations
• Practices at Medical Park İzmir Hospital – a leading facility

Dr. Huseyin Akyol specializes in personalized obesity and metabolic surgery, using high-tech equipment and experienced teams.

• Offers customized treatment plans for each patient
• Utilizes advanced surgical techniques
• Conducts procedures in fully equipped hospitals

Dr. Demiriz is a member of multiple prestigious obesity surgery associations, including IFSO and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association.

• Specialized in general surgery with over 16 years of experience
• Member of the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery
• Graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Part of the Endocrine Surgery Association

Ranked among Turkey's top 10 general surgeons – Dr. Durmus helped develop laparoscopic obesity surgeries in the country.

• 24 years of experience in general surgery
• Performed 1,100+ bariatric procedures including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
• Assistant Professor at Nişantaşı University
• Trained dozens of surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques

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

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

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 15 years of surgical experience

Specializes in obesity treatment with surgical and non-surgical options like gastric balloons and botox at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs endoscopic interventions for diagnosis and treatment

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is an accredited bariatric surgeon specializing in metabolic and weight-loss surgeries, transforming lives with safe and effective procedures.

• Completed surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Participated in numerous international training programs and conferences
• Part of the Clinics United team in Antalya since 2022

Dr. Yasar specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with extensive training and multiple awards in the field.

• Board-certified in general surgery with over 10 years of experience
• Winner of the 2020 Altıntaç Award for Best Obesity Surgeon
• Member of Turkish Obesity Surgery Society (TOSS)
• Completed specialized courses in metabolic surgical procedures
• Published research on preoperative nutrition and surgical outcomes

Expert in laparoscopic obesity surgeries including tube stomach and gastric bypass procedures – Dr. Hacim performs weight loss surgeries at Erdem Hospital.

• 14+ years of surgical experience in obesity and gastroenterology
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Trained at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Performs swallowable gastric balloon procedures

Dr. Mehdi has performed numerous life-changing bariatric surgeries, helping patients achieve significant and sustainable weight loss.

• Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy
• Tailors procedures to individual health goals
• Committed to patient-centered care and long-term success
• Renowned for compassionate guidance throughout the weight loss journey

Specializing in minimally invasive obesity and metabolic surgery since 1995 – Dr. Aktas has performed advanced laparoscopic procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Over 25 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity treatment
• Advanced training in laparoscopic techniques in Germany
• Expert in complex cancer surgeries including Whipple procedure
• Pioneers new treatment methods to reduce complication risks

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

• 33 years 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

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

• 23 years 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