Best Gastric balloon doctors in Turkey: TOP 63 doctors

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 gastric balloon procedures in just 6 years, specializing in obesity and metabolic surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed specialty education at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Pioneering faculty member at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Expert in both surgical and endoscopic weight loss treatments
• Board-certified in general surgery with additional robotic surgery training

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal specializes in minimally invasive weight loss procedures, including gastric balloon placement, at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Board-certified surgeon with training in laparoscopic and bariatric techniques.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.
• Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures — ensuring precise and safe gastric balloon placements.
• Works at JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center — one of Turkey's leading hospitals.

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in obesity surgery with over 20 years of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Professor of obesity surgery since 2020
• Former Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive experience in gastric balloon procedures

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques for optimal patient outcomes.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Published 43 international articles on surgical techniques
• Expert in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German
• Works at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital

• Dr. Halil Alis uses endoscopic techniques for gastric balloon placement.
• International training includes Turkey and involvement in worldwide medical associations.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Active member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).
• Certified by the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

• Board-certified gastroenterology surgeon since 2012
• Turkey's top-ranked surgeon in gastroenterology exams
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Active in metabolic surgery research and education

Prof. Emek specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with decades of surgical expertise.

• Trained in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Expertise in minimally invasive weight loss procedures

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in general surgery with a focus on weight management procedures, including gastric balloons.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Professor at Zirve University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Attended multiple national surgical and endocrine congresses

Dr. Tepebasi specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, offering a minimally invasive approach to weight loss.

• Focuses on helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss
• Provides comprehensive follow-up care and nutritional coaching
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for optimal results

Dr. Yilmaz specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, combining academic expertise with practical experience.

• General Surgery Specialist with extensive hospital experience
• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Worked at multiple training and research hospitals

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 20 years of experience, including advanced training in France, Ankara, and Istanbul.

• Expert in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Member of IFSO – a leading global bariatric surgery organization
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Provides patient-centered, evidence-based surgical care

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in minimally invasive bariatric procedures, including gastric balloon placements, with training at Tokyo University Hospital's Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery Division.

• 30+ years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques
• Trained in surgical endoscopy with Turkish proficiency certification
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University
• Practices at Estexper Clinic with patient-centered care

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in minimally invasive techniques for weight management at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on laparoscopic procedures
• Trained in laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques
• Published multiple research papers on obesity treatment and surgical approaches

• Specializes in gastric balloon procedures using advanced minimally invasive techniques.
• International training includes experience in Turkey and practice near the Syrian border.
• Certified by the United States Medical Licensing Examination since the mid-2000s.
• Published several articles in medical journals on weight-loss procedures.
• Member of a high-volume minimally invasive surgery training center in Istanbul.

Dr. Tülin Kendir Koçak is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist. She has over 25 years of clinical experience. Dr. Koçak is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, chromoendoscopy, and flexible rectosigmoidoscopy. She has performed many specialized interventions, including esophageal variceal band ligation, achalasia balloon dilatation, polypectomy, foreign body removal, and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG).

Dr. Koçak graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her advanced training at leading hospitals in Turkey. She has held important roles in both public and private healthcare institutions. Dr. Koçak’s extensive hands-on experience makes her a respected expert in gastroenterology.

Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions – Hasan Erdem specializes in weight management solutions, including gastric balloons, at his private clinic in Istanbul.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity
• Certified in laparoscopic bariatric surgery from a hands-on course in the USA
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Founded Dr. HE Obesity Clinic to provide specialized care for weight loss

20+ years specializing in bariatric procedures like gastric balloon – Dr. Tosun trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Expert in gastric bypass and sleeve surgery
• Focuses on compassionate patient care
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association

Dr. Tümentemur specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Medipunto Clinic, bringing focused expertise to weight management solutions.

• General Surgeon with extensive experience in bariatric procedures
• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in minimally invasive weight loss treatments

Professor Burhan Mayir specializes in scarless sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass procedures – a leader in minimally invasive metabolic surgery.

• Performs single-port (scarless) techniques for faster recovery
• Expert in revisional bariatric surgeries
• Published over 60 articles in peer-reviewed journals
• Presented 100+ abstracts at international congresses

Dr. Yoldass is an Associate Professor specializing in bariatric procedures, with extensive experience in gastric balloon treatments at Ekol International Hospitals.

• 17+ years in general surgery with a focus on bariatric treatments
• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Teaches graduate courses at Izmir University