Page 5 - Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 212 doctors

Expert in weight loss programs and bariatric surgery nutrition – Dr. Serenay guides patients through personalized dietary plans at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specializes in nutrition for bariatric surgery patients
• Focuses on diabetes and cardiovascular disease dietary management
• Provides tailored programs for pregnancy and breastfeeding nutrition

Dr. Hector Acosta is the Chief Anesthesiologist at OCC. He is certified by the Mexican Council of Anesthesiologists. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at the Autonomous University of Baja California General Hospital.

He has over 19 years of clinical practice. He leads anesthesia services in a busy surgical setting. He oversees patient safety and improves perioperative care. He manages a multidisciplinary team to keep operations smooth. He has worked at OCC since 2007 and supports the center’s weight-loss surgery program.

Dr. Rafał Marszałek is a general, oncologic, and bariatric surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques. He leads the General Surgery Department at the Hospital in Legionowo, affiliated with the Military Medical Institute. He has many years of clinical experience from leading centers in Warsaw and the region.

As department head, he applies current treatment standards and advances modern surgical practice. The unit performs a high volume of procedures each year and provides full perioperative care. His key focus is bariatric surgery. He manages patient qualification, selects tailored laparoscopic methods, and provides postoperative monitoring. The goal is durable weight loss and reduced obesity‑related risk. His work also includes hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, and oncologic procedures.

Specialist in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery at Rambam Medical Center, focusing on minimally invasive weight loss procedures.

• Expert in advanced laparoscopic techniques for weight loss
• Dedicated to patient-centered care and safety
• Works at a leading medical center in the region

Specializing in weight loss surgery for over 29 years of experience, Dr. Tekelioglu performs advanced procedures at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in gastric sleeve, bypass, and Da Vinci techniques
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Long-term experience at a leading private hospital

Specialist in bariatric surgery at Assuta Medical Center, focusing on helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss.

• Skilled in various bariatric procedures tailored to patient needs
• Works at Assuta Medical Center – a leading facility for weight loss surgery
• Dedicated to patient safety and long-term weight management success

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – specializes in obesity-related nutrition with research on insulin resistance and hedonic eating behaviors.

• Completed Bariatric Nutrition and Innovations in Obesity courses
• Expert in post-bariatric surgery nutrition and chronic disease diets
• Worked at Hacettepe University Hospitals and Ekol Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patients

3,000+ bariatric surgeries performed – Professor Prager leads the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital.

• President of the IFSO-European Chapter
• Heads the Metabolic Surgery Center at Confraternitaet Private Hospital
• Member of multiple international bariatric surgery societies
• Specializes in all types of bariatric procedures

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. Chen brings international expertise in advanced aesthetic techniques to weight loss surgery, trained in Seoul, Singapore, and Italy.

• Specializes in minimally-invasive body contouring techniques
• Trained in Korean advanced fat transfer methods
• Fellowship in cadaver dissection for deep plane procedures
• Hands-on experience with rib cartilage techniques
• International training across Asia and Europe

Dr Ozden Gul specializes in minimally invasive weight loss surgery, offering quicker recovery and minimal scarring at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Extensive experience in gastrointestinal and endocrine surgery
• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication with international patients
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery

Performed 200+ gastric reduction operations – Dr. Kacar founded the Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital.

• General Surgery and Organ Transplantation Specialist with over 32 years of experience of experience
• Associate Professor-General Surgery since 2005
• Trained in liver transplantation at Akdeniz University
• Published over 50 international research papers
• Recipient of multiple Young Researcher Awards

Specializing in advanced minimally-invasive body contouring, Dr. Chen honed his skills through fellowships in Korea and Italy.

• Trained in Seoul for non-surgical face lifting and lip augmentation
• Completed cadaver dissection courses for deep plane face lift in Italy
• Expert in liposuction and fat transfer techniques
• Hands-on training in open rhinoplasty with rib cartilage

Specializes in laparoscopic weight loss surgeries including gastric bypass and tube stomach procedures – Dr. Hacim performs advanced bariatric techniques at Erdem Hospital.

• 17 years of experience of surgical experience in obesity and gastroenterology
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Performs swallowable gastric balloon procedures for patient comfort
• Trained at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Kee specializes in advanced body contouring and liposuction with international training in plastic surgery. His approach combines precision with patient safety.

• Trained in plastic surgery, hand surgery, and burn reconstruction
• Fellowships at Saint Dominic Hospital and the University of Tennessee
• Instructor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Focuses on innovative surgical techniques

Ranked 1st in the Turkish Surgery Association Board Exam – Dr. Nail Ersoz brings surgical excellence to weight loss procedures.

• Specializes in obesity-related surgeries with a focus on patient safety
• Published multiple national scientific publications on surgical techniques
• Trained at Erciyes and Fırat Universities
• Gained experience at Sevgi and Dünyam Hospitals

Specializing in laparoscopic weight loss surgery since 1995 – Dr. Aktas trained in Germany and focuses on minimally invasive procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in metabolic and obesity surgery
• Performs advanced procedures like gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy
• Expert in complex cancer surgeries including the Whipple procedure
• Pioneers techniques to reduce complication risks
• Focuses on sustainable weight loss and improved quality of life

Expert in laparoscopic and open bariatric surgeries – Dr. Ibayev specializes in obesity disorders at Erdem Hospital.

• Performs sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass surgeries
• Skilled in both laparoscopic and open surgical techniques
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions
• Offers endoscopic placement of gastric balloons