Best Metabolic surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 23 doctors

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 obesity and metabolic surgeries in 6 years, specializing in stomach sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.

• Board-certified general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic procedures
• One of the founding faculty members at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Specializes in both surgical and endoscopic treatment options
• Performs robotic surgeries for complex cases

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in metabolic surgery with over a decade of focused experience. Currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Head of General Surgery Department at multiple institutions
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in obesity surgery since 2014

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries, with over 25 years of experience in the field.

• Published 43+ articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in bariatric and metabolic surgery techniques
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for comprehensive patient care
• Received 9 awards for exceptional work in surgery

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in metabolic and obesity surgery, with advanced training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann hospitals.

• Trained in gastroenterology surgery – Turkey's top program
• Pioneered laparoscopic techniques for metabolic conditions
• Active in organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery
• Associate professor at Marmara University

Specializing in metabolic disorders, Dr. Duger focuses on comprehensive patient care at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases since 2017
• Over 5 years of specialized experience in metabolic conditions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Published researcher with clinical expertise in diabetes management

Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings extensive academic and surgical expertise to metabolic surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Active in the Mediterranean Health Foundation

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in metabolic surgery with over 20 years of surgical experience, including academic roles at Harran and Zirve Universities.

• Board-certified in general surgery with a Ph.D. from İnönü University
• Member of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Extensive research background with multiple certificates in experimental techniques
• Active participant in national endocrine surgery congresses

Dr. Yahya Özel brings over 30 years of expertise in bariatric surgery, trained at Tokyo University Hospital's renowned Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery division.

• Performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques
• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures for obesity
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with a Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, training future surgeons
• Works with ERCP and surgical endoscopy for complex cases

Professor Selin Kapan brings extensive expertise in metabolic surgery, with over 20 years specializing in surgical treatments. She leads the General Surgery department at Istanbul Aydın University.

• Authored 50+ publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Specialized in hernia and hepatic hydatid disease
• Member of the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association

Dr. Ogun Ersen is a skilled Surgical Oncologist. He earned his medical degree from Karadeniz Technical University (2005-2011). He then completed his specialization at Kocatepe University (2013-2018). In 2018, he ranked third in the national minor medical specialization exam and passed the Turkish Surgical Society board.

Dr. Ersen received advanced training in surgical oncology at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2018-2021). He earned the title of Surgical Oncologist after this training. His career reflects his strong expertise and commitment to surgical oncology.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a skilled general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul with over 12 years of clinical and academic experience. His expertise covers bariatric, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological surgeries. Dr. Mutlu has authored numerous scientific publications and actively contributes to medical research and education.

Dr. M Altan Kaya is a skilled surgeon. He specializes in gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, breast cancer surgery, and hemorrhoidectomy. He completed advanced training in minimally invasive surgery in Hamburg and Strasbourg. Dr. Kaya is dedicated to using the latest techniques to provide the best care for his patients.

He is a member of several respected surgical societies. These include the Turkish Surgical Association, the Society for Colorectal Tumor Surgery, and the European Society of Oncological Surgeons. Dr. Kaya has performed hundreds of complex surgeries. His work has helped improve patient outcomes and raise surgical standards in his field.

Dr. Kilicli specializes in metabolic surgery with over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and metabolic disorders.

• Graduated from Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine for 13 years
• Served at Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Currently practices at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

Specializes in metabolic diseases with 20+ years in endocrinology. Works at Liv Hospital Ulus, one of Turkey's leading centers for metabolic surgery.

• Board certified in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases since 2008
• Authored 20+ international articles on metabolic conditions
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa Medical School – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Active in European Association for the Study of Diabetes

Specializes in obesity treatment with surgical and non-surgical options at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in metabolic surgery
• Performs gastric balloon, botox, and surgical treatments for obesity
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgery, performing complex procedures to help patients achieve lasting weight loss at Clinics United in Antalya.

• Accredited bariatric surgeon with extensive experience
• Trained at 19 Mayıs University and Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Participates in international training programs and conferences
• Committed to the latest advancements in obesity surgery

Prof. Özgen specializes in pediatric metabolic disorders, bringing over 20 years of focused expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in pediatric endocrinology with subspecialty training
• Published award-winning research on growth disorders and puberty
• Member of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association
• Professor at Biruni University since 2023

Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases – Dr. Uzum brings deep expertise in metabolic disorders to Biruni University Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in endocrinology and metabolic diseases
• Specialized training at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Recipient of multiple awards for diabetes research
• Member of the European Society of Endocrinology

Professor Mehmet Guler brings over 20 years of surgical expertise, specializing in metabolic procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in general surgery at Baskent and Ankara Numune hospitals
• Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydin University since 2023
• Completed advanced degrees in health law and public administration
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association with 30+ years in practice