Best Obesity doctors in Turkey: TOP 126 doctors

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Fahad Mawlood
Burcin Batman
  • 4.5 Good 155 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, including gastric sleeve and endoscopic gastric balloon.
    • Has practiced at medical institutions in Turkey, including Firat University, Istanbul University, and LIV Hospital.
    • Standard treatments: gastric sleeve, gastric balloon, metabolic surgeries, diet, and lifestyle changes.
    • Member of the Turkish Obesity Surgery Society, World Obesity Association, and International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
    • Speaks Turkish and English, facilitating effective communication with patients.
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
  • 5 Excellent 10 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
    • Specializes in obesity treatment through advanced laparoscopic surgery and bariatric procedures.
    • Utilizes methods such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and adjustable gastric banding.
    • Has international practice experience at medical centers in Turkey and near the Syrian border.
    • Founder of Lotus Bariatrics, serving patients worldwide since 2017.
    • Member of the highest volume center in laparoscopic surgery, Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,642 - $4,071
Gastric bypass
$4,071 - $4,928
Gastric balloon
$1,232 - $2,892
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Halil Coskun
  • 4.6 Excellent 312 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • Dr. Halil Coskun specializes in obesity treatment using gastric bypass, gastric sleeve surgery, and gastric balloon.
    • He has performed over 5,000 treatments for obesity with a focus on metabolic surgery.
    • He has international training experience at the Cleveland Clinic Institute of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, USA, and the Diabetes Surgery Center at Cornell Medical School.
    • Member of the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
    • Chairman of the Education and Research Commission of the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Foundation.
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Gastric bypass
$3,391 - $3,391
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,750 - $3,750
Gastric balloon
$4,500 - $4,500
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Ibrahim Karatas
  • 4.2 Good 8 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Dr. Ibrahim Karatas is a General Surgery Specialist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in metabolic and bariatric surgery, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and Type 2 diabetes surgeries. He has trained extensively in advanced laparoscopy and infrared photocoagulation and sclerotherapy. He is an active member of several professional associations and a founding member of the Manisa Breast Surgery Association.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,735 - $2,735
Gastric balloon
$1,500 - $1,800
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$2,352 - $2,571
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Vahit Mutluu
  • 4.4 Good 50 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
    • 2021 - 2022, Tokat/Turkey
      TOKAT STATE HOSPİTAL
      General Surgeon
    • 2015 - 2020, Samsun/Turkey
      ONDOKUZ MAYIS UNİVERSİTY, FACULTY OF MEDİCİNE, DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
      Research Assistant
    • 2013 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey
      MEMORİAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPİTAL
      General Surgeon
    • 2013 - 2015, Erzincan/Turkey
      ERZİNCAN MENGÜCEK GAZİ TRAİNİNG AND RESEARCH HOSPİTAL
      General Practitioner
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Gastric balloon
$3,331 - $3,331
Gastric bypass
$3,500 - $3,500
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $3,000
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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak
  • 4.4 Good 71 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  •  

    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Güner ÇAKMAK is a highly skilled and experienced specialist in General Surgery, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital. With a medical degree earned from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1997, he has built an extensive career, focusing on various advanced surgical techniques. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, and various types of laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including those for hernias, reflux, and esophageal issues. He is also highly experienced in hemorrhoid surgery and surgeries for anal fistulas and fissures.

    Throughout his career, Dr. Çakmak has made significant contributions to medical literature, having published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and 16 in national journals. He is also the author of 20 technical notes, case reports, and research articles. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge is reflected in the numerous awards he has received, with a total of 9 prizes recognizing his exceptional work in surgery. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Çakmak offers comprehensive care to his patients, employing the latest minimally invasive techniques to ensure the best outcomes.

    At Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital, he continues to provide expert care, focusing on complex surgeries, with an emphasis on laparoscopic and metabolic procedures. His work is marked by a dedication to patient well-being and continuous professional development, making him a trusted choice for individuals seeking high-quality surgical care in Turkey.

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Gastric balloon
$1,422 - $2,188
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,500 - $4,499
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20 top ranked Obesity doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Yasar Ozdenkaya
  • 4.5 Good 465 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Ozdenskaya has been practicing medicine since 1998, and has worked in several hospitals and clinics in the Istanbul area. Since 2012 he has been working as a general specialist in obesity surgery at Medipol Clinic, performing laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection, stomach resection with the da Vinci robot, gastric balloon and mini-gastric bypass operations.

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Gastric bypass
$10,000 - $10,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$10,000 - $10,000
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Baris Demiriz
  • 5 Excellent 159 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. MED Clinic
  • Dr. Baris Demiriz is a distinguished general and bariatric surgeon in Turkey with 15 years of experience. He is renowned for his expertise in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. Dr. Demiriz has numerous articles published in national and international journals.
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Cemal Kara
  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Prof. Cemal Kara's Private Practice/EGE CERRAHI
  • Dr. Cemal Kara is a distinguished general surgeon specializing in cosmetic and weight-loss procedures. With 26 years of experience, he has performed over 6,200 treatments, co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center, and contributed significantly to the medical field with 30+ publications and the invention of a laparoscopic surgical instrument.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,285 - $4,285
Gastric bypass
$5,892 - $5,892
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Halil Alis
  • 4.7 Excellent 45 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Halil Alis is a highly experienced general and laparoscopic surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery, obesity, and metabolic management. He has over 18 years of experience, treating a wide range of conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract. He has expertise in performing operations such as liver resection, appendectomy, gastric bypass, and many others. Dr. Alis is also a member of numerous international and local medical associations.
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Omer Avlanmis
  • 4.5 Good 224 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Dr. Omer Avlanmis is a certified general surgeon with over two decades of experience, specializing in bariatric surgery. He has performed 4,400 treatments and applies minimally invasive surgery techniques. Dr. Avlanmis is an expert in Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve surgery, Metabolic surgery, Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery, and Gastric balloon.
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Gastric balloon
$2,600 - $3,600
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Gastric bypass
$4,250 - $4,750
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Dr Ercan Yalcin
  • 4.2 Good 8 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Applied Treatments:

    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Breast Cancer and Breast Diseases Treatment
    • Gastrointestinal System Surgery
    • Obesity Surgery
    • Metabolic Surgery (Type 2/Diabetes Treatment)
    • Cancer Surgery
    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Treatment of Anorectal Diseases

    Education and Expertise

    1990 - 1996 - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience
    1996 - 2000 - SSK Outer Door Training Hospital
    2001 - 2003 - Arhavi SSK Hospital
    2003 - 2006 - Borcka SSK Hospital
    2007 - 2022 - Private Eregli Anatolian Hospital

    2022 - Private Silivri Anatolian Hospital

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,735 - $2,735
Gastric balloon
$1,500 - $1,800
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$2,352 - $2,571
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Hasan Erdem
  • 4.8 Excellent 19 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. HE Obesity Clinic
  • Dr. HE is a General Surgery Specialist and Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions. He has vast experience in the field, having worked in various hospitals in Turkey and having completed certificates and courses such as Anorectal Physiology Course, Laparoscopic Colon Rectum Surgery Course, and Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Hands-On Course. He is a member of several organizations such as International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Turkish Surgical Association, Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Endocrine Surgery Association, and Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

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Gastric bypass
$4,917 - $5,131
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,846 - $4,060
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Metehan Gumus
  • 4 Good 1 review
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Reyap Hospital
  • Dr. Metehan Gumus is an experienced general surgeon with a focus on gastric procedures and breast surgery. He has contributed significantly to scientific research, with several publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
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Gastric bypass
$3,749 - $4,821
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Volkan Tümentemur
  • 4.8 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipunto Clinic
  • Volkan TUMENTEMUR is a specialist in General Surgery who obtained his medical education at KARADENİZ TECHNİC University Faculty of Medicine in 2005.
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Gastric band
$3,000 - $3,000
Gastric bypass
$3,100 - $3,100
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Isa Kaman
  • New
  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Tekirdag, Dr. Kaman Health Travel
  • Education

    • 1996 — graduated from Beypazarı High School
    • 2002 — graduated from the Istanbul University Medicine Faculty, academic title: general surgery.

    Work experience

    • 2003-2004 — Yeşilyurt State Hospital, family physician
    • 2005-2010 — Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
    • 2012-2016 — Çerkezköy Government Hospital
    • 2016 — Private Optimed Hospital.

    Membership in organizations

    • The Turkish Surgeons Association
    • The Turkish Medical Association.

     

     

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Omer Yoldass
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Ekol International Hospitals
  • He specialized in General Surgery at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. He worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2006 and 2008 and later at Ordu State Hospital between 2008 and 2013. In 2016, he received the title of Associate Professor in the Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Izmir University. In 2015, he received the Turkish Surgical Association Proficiency Exam (Board) Certificate of Achievement. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association, and Hepatobiliary Surgery Association. Between 2014 and 2016, he taught many undergraduate and graduate courses at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine.

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Isil Yurdaisik
  • New
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Menfis Health Novimaj
  • Dr. Isil Yurdaisik is a radiology specialist with notable contributions to research on ionizing radiation exposure in covid-19 patients. She is also known for performing the gastric balloon procedure.
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Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel
  • New
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medistanbul Hospital
  • Dr. Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is an experienced general surgeon specializing in obesity and metabolic surgery, advanced laparoscopic and oncologic surgery. He has performed over 2,000 bariatric surgeries and tens of thousands of successful general surgery operations, including procedures like umbilical hernia repair, nephrectomy, small intestine resection, and thyroidectomy. He has also received national board recognition in 2005 and 2016.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,500 - $2,500
Gastric balloon
$1,200 - $2,400
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