Best Gastric bypass doctors in Turkey: TOP 49 doctors

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 obesity and metabolic surgeries in just 6 years at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former faculty member at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for various abdominal procedures

Dr. Kartal specializes in gastric bypass with a strong background in laparoscopic surgery, trained at Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Board-certified in general surgery with 15+ years of experience
• Completed specialized bariatric surgery training courses
• Member of several prestigious surgical societies
• Currently practices at Anadolu Medical Center – a leading hospital

• Specializes in gastric bypass using advanced laparoscopic techniques.
• Has international training, including experience in Turkey and near the Syrian border.
• Certified by the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).
• Contributor to several medical publications.
• Graduate of Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine in Turkey.

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu brings 30+ years of surgical expertise, specializing in obesity surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Professor of obesity surgery with extensive academic background
• Former Head of General Surgery Department in several major hospitals
• Specialized in both surgical and non-surgical weight management approaches
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, performing advanced procedures at Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital.

• Published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including hernias and reflux
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for comprehensive patient care
• Received 9 awards for exceptional work in surgery

Prof. Mehmet Guler is a highly qualified general surgeon specializing in gastric bypass at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
• Completed general surgery residency at Başkent University and Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Gaziantep University
• Associate Professorship from the Interuniversity Council
• Advanced degrees in Public Administration and Health Law

Recognized for his extensive experience in bariatric surgery, Dr. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expertise in obesity and metabolic management with over 20 years of surgical experience
• International member of IFSO and SAGES – key organizations in bariatric surgery
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary topics in peer-reviewed journals
• Specialized training in laparoscopic techniques at Istanbul University

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

• Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeon in 2012
• Fellowship-trained in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery
• Active in inflammatory bowel disease surgery and organ transplantation
• Associate Professor since 2017

Dr. Yasar Tuna specializes in gastroenterology with extensive experience in gastric bypass procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital.

• Board-certified in gastroenterology with a Ph.D. from Akdeniz University
• Over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with an Organ Transplant Center
• Specializes in digestive health and minimally invasive procedures

Prof. Emek brings academic excellence to gastric bypass surgery, with credentials from Ankara and Akdeniz Universities.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Affiliated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi brings over 15 years of expertise in general and endocrine surgery to Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Specializes in gastric bypass and metabolic surgeries
• Member of the Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Professor at Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive experience in both clinical practice and academic research

Dr. Yahya Özel specializes in minimally invasive gastric bypass with advanced training in Japan – one of Turkey's most experienced bariatric surgeons.

• 30+ years in general surgery with focus on obesity treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery
• Performed hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery at Tokyo University Hospital
• Trained next-generation surgeons as faculty member

Specializes in breast cancer surgery with extensive research on neoadjuvant therapy outcomes at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Published multiple studies on breast cancer and neoadjuvant therapy
• Holds international certificates in breast cancer surgery techniques
• Former Chief Physician at Private Istanbul Şafak Hospital

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Over 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin specializes in bariatric surgery at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 25+ years of surgical experience
• Member of the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in metabolic and weight loss procedures

Over 20 years specializing in general surgery – Prof. Kapan brings deep expertise in bariatric procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading Turkish medical school
• Published research on laparoscopic techniques and hepatic procedures
• Member of multiple surgical associations including the Turkish Surgical Association
• Held academic positions as both associate professor and full professor

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Over 10 years of experience in general surgery
• Published research on laparoscopic techniques for obesity treatment
• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery by Stony Brook University
• Author of surgical textbooks on minimally invasive procedures

Dr. Ersin Öztürk, M.D., is a Professor of Medicine and an expert in General Surgery. His specialties include Surgical Oncology, Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgery, Obesity Surgery, Hernia Surgery, and Proctology. He holds a Ph.D. in Physiology. Dr. Öztürk completed his residency at Uludağ University and later conducted advanced research at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA.

He is currently a Professor at Medicana Bursa Hospital. Dr. Öztürk has also served as Assistant and Associate Professor at Uludağ University and as Professor at KTO Karatay University. He is known for his important work in surgical innovation and medical education in Turkey.