Best Gastric band Doctors in Turkey — TOP 47

Dr. Burcin Batman is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has participated in 1,000+ obesity and metabolic surgery cases. Dr. Batman is an Associate Professor and former faculty member at Istinye University. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic procedures for weight loss and hernias.

• Holds certification from the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.
• Treats colorectal, endocrine, and anal region diseases using laser techniques.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Mutluu has been performing gastric band procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital since 2013, specializing in bariatric surgery.

• General surgeon with over 13 years of experience
• Previously worked at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayis University
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 22 years of experience. He has trained in France, Ankara, and Istanbul for advanced techniques.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic bariatric procedures
• Member of IFSO – a leading global obesity surgery organization
• Published multiple articles in international surgical journals
• Performs gastric band surgeries with a patient-centered approach

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı, one of Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeons, specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery.

• Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplants at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery with extensive laparoscopic experience
• Former lecturer at Marmara University, training future surgeons

Prof. Mehmet Guler brings over 34 years of surgical expertise, specializing in gastric band procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive training
• Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
• Completed specialized training at top Turkish medical institutions
• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques

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.

Dr. Mete Akin specializes in gastroenterology with extensive training and academic roles at Akdeniz University.

• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
• Assistant and Associate Professor roles at Akdeniz University
• Over 25 years of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology

Specializes in obesity treatment including gastric band surgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Performs both laparoscopic and open hernia surgeries
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor at Akdeniz University with extensive surgical training, specializing in gastric band procedures.

• Board-certified in general surgery with specialization from Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the National Surgical Association
• Associated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Huseyin Sinan is a board-certified general surgeon at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in metabolic and morbid obesity surgery. He completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Sinan has held leadership roles in both military and civilian health sectors.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
• Performs specialized transit bipartition and ileal interposition procedures.
• Treats morbid obesity, metabolic disorders, and type 2 diabetes.
• Former Chief Physician of Van Military Hospital and SAM Samsun Military Hospital.

Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a general surgeon at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. He completed high-level fellowships at The Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital. Dr. Gurkan previously led a Department of General Surgery for over a decade.

• Member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and Turkish Society of Surgery.
• Completed specialized US training in multi-organ transplantation and cardiovascular surgery.
• Performs bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Treats various digestive conditions following international safety protocols.

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci specializes in endocrine and metabolic disorders, including weight management procedures like gastric banding.

• Completed fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases
• Award-winning researcher with 42 international publications
• Over 27 years of experience in internal medicine and endocrinology
• Member of multiple scientific panels and conferences

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in obesity surgery with over 34 years of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Former Chief Physician at Koru Hospital
• Professor of General Surgery since 2020
• Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with over 34 years of experience. He performs gastric band procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• International Active Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Extensive research in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University's School of Medicine
• Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery

Specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on gastric band procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Ph.D. in Gastroenterology from Akdeniz University
• Over 29 years of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Works at a leading hospital with an Organ Transplant Center

Specializing in general surgery since 1997, Dr. Tekelioglu brings over two decades of expertise to gastric band procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialization in general surgery at the same prestigious institution
• Long-term experience at Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2000
• Military service at Sivas Military Hospital enhanced trauma and emergency skills

Prof. Aydin brings 37 years of surgical expertise to gastric band procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
• Associate Professor and later Professor in General Surgery
• Specializes in digestive system procedures
• Educated at prestigious Turkish medical institutions

Performed over 200 gastric reduction operations – Dr. Kacar established the Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital.

• General surgery specialist with 32 years at SSK Tepecik Training Hospital
• Associate Professor-General Surgery since 2005
• Published over 50 international papers on surgery
• Trained in liver transplantation at Akdeniz University

Specializes in laparoscopic procedures, including gastric band surgery, at Erdem Hospital with over 17 years of surgical experience.

• Performs a range of bariatric procedures including gastric bypass and gastric balloon
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and other prestigious medical societies
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in endocrine surgery and bariatric procedures, including gastric band surgeries.

• 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Member of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Certified in experimental animal and cell culture techniques
• Attended multiple national congresses on endocrine surgery