Best Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) doctors in Turkey: TOP 49 doctors

Over 1,000 gastric sleeve surgeries in 6 years – Dr. Batman specializes in obesity and metabolic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Associate Professor with academic training at Istinye University
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Performs endoscopic gastric balloon applications alongside metabolic surgeries
• Specializes in complex obesity cases requiring multidisciplinary care

Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including gastric sleeve procedures, at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic. His training includes high-volume centers in Turkey.

• Performed bariatric surgeries since residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Graduated from Pamukkale University – a leading center for sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey
• Several published articles in medical literature
• Experienced in complex cases including war surgery laparoscopy

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu leads obesity surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in gastric sleeve procedures.

• Over 12 years specializing in bariatric surgery
• Former Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
• Associate Professor title earned in 2012

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

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for gastric sleeve surgery
• Published 43 international articles on surgical methods
• Fluent in English, Turkish, and German for patient communication

Professor Mehmet Tahir Oruç specializes in bariatric surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with over 30 years of surgical experience.

• Completed laparoscopic gastric band training in Austria
• Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh for hepatobiliary surgery
• Held chief positions at multiple Turkish surgical clinics
• Professor at Istinye University's Department of General Surgery

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in gastric sleeve procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Over 20 years of surgical experience
• Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious medical school

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

• Board-certified gastroenterology surgeon since 2012
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Active in organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery

Dr. Yasar Tuna specializes in gastroenterology and metabolic surgery at Medical Park Antalya, with extensive academic and clinical training.

• Over 15 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Holds a Ph.D. from Akdeniz University's Division of Gastroenterology
• Works at a leading hospital with an Organ Transplant Center
• Academic roles at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings academic rigor to gastric sleeve surgery, with a professorship from Akdeniz University.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds memberships in key Turkish medical associations
• Associated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Active in transplantation and surgical organizations

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in gastric sleeve surgery with over 20 years of experience in general surgery.

• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive training
• Member of Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Professor at Zirve University EBN Faculty of Medicine
• Attended multiple national endocrine surgery congresses

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 20 years of experience, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

• Trained in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
• Member of IFSO – the leading global bariatric surgery association
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Performs gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries alongside weight loss procedures

Dr. Yilmaz specializes in gastric sleeve surgery with extensive experience in general surgery. Currently practices at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Over 8 years of experience in general surgery
• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Worked in multiple state and research hospitals

Dr. Burak Kankaya brings international training from Italy and the US to his practice in gastric sleeve surgery.

• Completed general surgery specialization at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic Foundation – a leader in metabolic surgery
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association
• Practices evidence-based surgical techniques

Pioneer of robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu performed the first general surgery operation in the country using the Da Vinci system.

• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Over 25 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Dr. Tekelioglu has over 25 years of experience in general surgery, specializing in gastric sleeve procedures at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs surgery at a leading private hospital in Turkey
• Fluent in English for international patients

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on bariatric surgery.

• 15+ years of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Published research on laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy techniques
• Certified by European Hernia Society for advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Academic editor for several surgical textbooks

Professor Ersin Ozturk combines deep expertise in laparoscopic surgery with extensive research in physiology for optimal weight loss outcomes.

• Specialized in obesity surgery with 14+ years of experience
• Ph.D. in physiology – uniquely understands metabolic impacts
• Fellowship-trained at Cleveland Clinic's renowned colorectal department
• Professor at Medicana Bursa Hospital's general surgery department

Specialized in laparoscopic obesity surgery with international training in Belgium and France. Dr. Derici focuses on advanced gastric procedures at Istanbul EsteCapelli Clinic.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained in laparoscopic gastric bypass with Dr. Bruno Dillemans
• Member of International Obesity and Bariatric Surgery Association
• Specializes in gastric surgery revisions

Dr. Ersen ranked 3rd in Turkey in the minor medical specialization exam – now bringing his surgical oncology expertise to bariatric procedures.

• Board-certified surgeon with 10+ years of experience
• Trained at Ankara University – a top center for surgical oncology
• Specializes in precision surgical techniques for optimal outcomes