Page 3 - Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 206 doctors

Prof. Emek combines academic excellence with clinical expertise in weight loss surgery, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Medical Park Antalya.

• Professor at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in gastric balloon, band, bypass, and sleeve procedures
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Extensive training in general surgery from Ankara University

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tahir Oruç has performed 900+ obesity and metabolic surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• 37 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity
• Trained in laparoscopic gastric band and lower GI surgery in Austria and Scotland
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Robotic surgery training at Acιbadem University
• Professorship at Istinye University's Department of General Surgery

Prof. Thomas W Kraus has performed over 3,000 surgical interventions for weight loss and gastrointestinal conditions, earning national recognition in Germany.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for obesity surgery
• Founder and Director of the German Society 'Art of Surgery'
• Head of an award-winning interdisciplinary center for pancreatic and liver treatments
• Trained at top global institutions including Johns Hopkins and Kyoto University
• Uses advanced intraoperative visualization for precise surgical outcomes

Dr. Karin Kulwacharamongkon is a general practitioner and an aesthetic and anti-aging physician. She has more than six years of experience in non-surgical facial rejuvenation. She practices at Icellare Clinic in Bangkok (2025–present). Her work focuses on integrative and preventive care. She creates personalized plans using EECP, micronutrient therapy, and lifestyle medicine.

Education and credentials include: Certificate in Preventive Medicine (Community Mental Health, 2025). M.Sc. in Health Science Education, Mahidol University (2024). M.D., Ubon Ratchathani University (2017). Ph.D. in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine in progress.

Training includes hands-on IPL, mesotherapy, fillers, thread lifting, and botulinum toxin (2019). Advanced filler techniques and complication management (2020). Allergan Medical Institute programs (2022–2023). Chelation therapy (2019). IV nutrition (2025). ASLS (2025). She served as an Instructor of Medicine from 2018 to 2025. Her research focused on medical student burnout.

900+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kowalski specializes in weight loss surgery with 26 years of experience of experience.

• Recipient of the Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson
• Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive procedures
• Head of surgery departments at several prestigious institutions
• Author of numerous scientific publications in bariatrics
• Member of the Metabolic and Bariatric Section of the Society of Polish Surgeons

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon with many years of clinical experience. He has a strong academic background. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program). He completed his specialization in General Surgery at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

He has worked in public and private healthcare institutions. He brings this experience to his private practice. His clinical focus includes obesity treatment, breast diseases, abdominal wall hernias, and anorectal disorders. He uses current, safe, and science-based surgical methods within a multidisciplinary care model.

Dr. Michal Kazanowski specializes in the Allurion Programme – a non-invasive method for obesity treatment. He conducts webinars to educate on this innovative approach.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for weight loss
• Proficient in general and oncological surgery
• Endoscopic surgeon with a focus on non-invasive treatments

Performed over 1,600 bariatric procedures – Prof. Major specializes in minimally invasive techniques for obesity surgery at KCM Clinic.

• Author of numerous scientific papers on bariatric surgery
• Member of The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Focuses on laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
• Very low post-surgery infection rate

Dr Keerapat specializes in cosmetic and weight loss surgery, with advanced training in the United States at UTHSC, PACES Plastic Surgery, and UMC.

• Board-certified in both general and plastic surgery
• Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Extensive experience in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Dr. Sarunnuch specializes in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at Wansiri Hospital, with advanced training from King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery techniques
• Works as a consultant surgeon at Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centered care for weight loss surgery

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz combines expertise in oncology and gastroenterology for holistic obesity treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Dual specialization in oncology and gastroenterology
• Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, a leading medical center
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for obesity

Specialist in advanced laparoscopic surgery with leadership roles at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and Florence Nightingale Hospitals.

• 29 years of experience performing bariatric procedures
• Former Director of Esophageal and Gastric Diseases Surgery Center
• Faculty member at Istanbul Science University
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Demiriz is a member of multiple prestigious obesity surgery associations, including IFSO and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association.

• Specialized in general surgery with over 11 years of experience of experience
• Member of the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery
• Graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Part of the Endocrine Surgery Association

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu brings 34 years of experience 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 at prestigious Turkish hospitals
• Specializes in both surgical and non-surgical weight management approaches
• Performs procedures at JCI-accredited Memorial Hospital

Dr. Eroglu specializes in weight loss surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a strong focus on laparoscopic techniques.

• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Bilim University
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Published 16 scientific articles on surgical techniques
• Winner of First Prize in Turkey for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy

Dr. Raiter pioneered a no-incision sleeve gastroplasty technique, improving patient outcomes in weight loss surgery at KCM Clinic.

• 26 years of experience of experience in general surgery and gastroenterology
• Fellowship-trained in bariatric surgery in the USA
• Permanent member of the Polish Society of Surgery and Obesity
• Recognized internationally for contributions to bariatric surgery

Dr. Burak Kankaya trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine Surgery Center – a global leader in metabolic surgery.

• Over 17 years of experience of surgical experience in weight loss procedures
• Performs gastric sleeve and gastric balloon surgeries with precision
• PhD in General Surgery from Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association

Pioneer of robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu performed the country's first Da Vinci procedure and specializes in advanced weight loss techniques.

• 35 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in robotic-assisted gastric sleeve and bypass procedures
• Trained future surgeons as Lecturer at Kadir Has University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital