Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 455 doctors

Kiss. Dr. Lecturer Hüseyin Akyol presents the obesity and metabolic surgery processes of all his patients at the highest standards by using personalized treatment methods, his experienced team and high technology equipment. Operations and treatment follow-up processes are carried out in fully equipped and up-to-date A-plus hospitals.

Dr. Hidayet Çatal is a Diabetes and Obesity Surgery Specialist born in 1963 in Yalvaç, Isparta. He has worked in various hospitals in Izmir, Turkey since 1992, and has had great success in bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He is also regularly invited to international channels to explain his surgical methods.

Graduated from Bornova Anatolian High School.Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Celal Bayar University in 2011, becoming a medical doctor. Began career as a general practitioner at Şanlıurfa Birecik State Hospital. Passed medical specialization examination (TUS) in 2012, began surgical specialization at İzmir Bozyaka's surgical department. Worked as an external observer physician at Heidelberg Universität Klinikum in 2015. Became a surgeon in 2017, focusing on evaluating patient demographics and efficacy of Sleeve Gastrectomy. Performed compulsory service at Ardahan Göle State Hospital between 2018 and 2019. Joined İzmir Tepecik training and research hospital in 2020. Devotes himself to ongoing studies and patient care.

Specialities:

• Bariatric surgery
• Hernia surgery
• Inguinal and sac hernias
• Recurrent hernias (laparoscopic and standard methods)
• Gastrointestinal (Digestive) System Surgery
• Large intestine (colon) cancer treatment
• Cancer surgery
• Liver surgery
• Colon and rectal cancer
• Laparoscopic colon and rectal disease surgery
• Gastric Cancer Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal cancer surgery
  • Gastric Botox
• Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
  • Pancreatic surgery
• Sleeve gastrectomy revision

Experiences:

• 2022 : Global Medical Care Obesity Surgeon
• 2019-2022 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital
• 2017 - 2019: General Surgery Residency, Ardahan Göle State Hospital
• 2016: Hepatopancreaticobiliary Department, Heidelberg University
• 2012 - 2017: Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• 2012: General Practitioner, Şanlıurfa Birecik State Hospital

He graduated from medical school in 2004 and became a doctor of medicine. He completed his General Surgery training in 2010, specializing in the effects of preoperative nutritional support on colon anastomosis healing in malnourished rats. He received the second prize for his thesis at the international KEPAN Congress.

After fulfilling his compulsory service, he helped establish the obesity and metabolic surgery unit in Malatya Private EGM Hayat and Park hospitals in 2018. He currently works in these hospitals and helps Global Medical Care patients with obesity and diabetes surgery, cancer surgery, and advanced laparoscopic interventions.

Membership:

Turkish Surgical Association

Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Association (BMCD)

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)

Turkish Obesity Surgery Society (TOSS)

International Bariatric Club (IBC).

Experiences:

2023 - Life Hospital, Antalya,

2018 - Malatya Private Hayat Hospital,

2018 - Malatya Private Park Hospital,

2010-2018 Darende Hulusi Efendi State Hospital, Malatya

• Mehmet was born in 1980 in Hatay's Antakya district.
• He completed his primary and secondary education in Iskenderun.
• In 1998, he began his medical education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
• He graduated from Ege University with the title of Medical Doctor in 2004.
• Mehmet entered the TUS (Medical Specialty Education Entrance Examination) and qualified for the specialty education he aimed for, pursuing his dream of becoming a Surgeon doctor.
• In 2005, he started his General Surgery Specialization training at Istanbul Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital.
• After completing 5 years of intensive training, he published his first medical article titled "Causes, Treatment, and Interventions in Incisional Hernias" in 2010, earning the title of General Surgery Specialist.

2019 Global Medical Care Obesity Surgeon

2016 Head of the obesity unit, Izmir Private Hospital

2013-2016 Eskişehir Acıbadem Hospital

2012 to 2013 General Surgery Specialist and chief physician, Manisa Soma Private Vefa Hospital.

2011-2012 Compulsory Service at Mardin Kızıltepe

• Dr. İbrahim graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1994.
• He completed an internship at the University of Düsseldorf Medical Faculty, gaining exposure to international healthcare developments.
• In 1995, he received tourism doctor training.
• From 1997 to 2001, he specialized in General Surgery (Advanced Laparoscopy) at SSK Ankara Dışkapı Teaching and Research Hospital.
• In 2001, he became a member of the Health Board of the Turkish Taekwondo Federation.
• In 2002, he received training in infrared photocoagulation and sclerotherapy for treating hemorrhoids and varicose veins.
• He also gained expertise in enteral parenteral nutrition at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and SSK Ankara Teaching Hospital, allowing him to closely monitor surgical procedures and patients' clinical nutrition.
• He has more than 25 years of experience in bariatric surgeries and he is developing new technologies in sleeve gastrectomy and bypass surgeries.
• Since 2021 he is serving Global Medical Care patients in Istanbul

Some of the most relevant points in Dr. Rosales' CV are:

- Dr. Gabriel Rosales obtained his medical degree from the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
- He completed his residency in general surgery and advanced laparoscopy at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad hospital endorsed by the Joint Commission International (JCI).
- He completed his advanced training in laparoscopic skills at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad.
- Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (IFSO)
- Member of the American Society of Endoscopist Surgeons (ASMBS)
- Active Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) .
- Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
- Belongs to the International Council of Medicine and Surgery based on the United States (International Board of Medicine and Surgery (IBMS).
- Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
- Has completed multiple training courses in Mexico and the United States.
- Member of the surgical staff of the most recognized Hospitals in northern Mexico.
- As an experienced surgeon in obesity surgery in Monterrey, Piedras Negras and Laredo, he is recognized by his patients and colleagues.

EXPERIENCE AND STUDIES/MEETINGS

He focused his career in the field when he realized that bariatric surgery procedures offer patients such a life-changing experience.

‍Throughout his career he has participated in more than 8000 gastric sleeve and Lap band procedures.

- Completed his general surgery and advanced laparoscopic residency at Christus Muguerza High Speciality Hospital a Joint Commission International accredited hospital.

- Multiple training courses in Mexico and USA.

- As an experienced weight loss surgeon in Piedras Negras, Nuevo Laredo and Monterrey, Mexico, he is highly regarded by his patients and peers a like.

These professional affiliations allow Dr. Rosales to remain on the leading-edge of developments in weight loss surgery, so that he can provide innovative, effective treatment to all of his patients. Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Rosales welcomes patients from throughout Mexico, the United States, and Canada.Dr. Rosales takes pride in his work, and nothing gives him more satisfaction than the health, happiness, and joy that his patients are able to achieve following weight loss surgery.

Dr. Gabriel Rosales earned his medical degree at the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredited university. (SACS from the U.S.)
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He completed his residency in General Surgery at Christus Muguerza High Specialty Hospital.

Studies:

• Título de Medicina
• Cedula Profesional
• Título Especialidad en Cirugía General
• Cédula Especialista
• 2007 - Christus Muguerza - Constancia Especialidad Médica
• 2007 - Christus Muguerza - Certificado Jefe Residentes Cirugia General
• 2007 - Christus Muguerza - Entrenamiento en Laparoscopia Básica y Avanzada
• 2010 - SAGES International member certificate
• 2014 - ASMBS International Member Certificate

Cursos de Postgrado y Congresos

• 1995 - Cruz Roja Mexicana - RCP Básico y Avanzado
• 2003 - Christus Muguerza - Curso RCP Básico y Avanzado
• 2004 - American College of Surgeons - Congreso Latinoamericano de Cirugía
• 2004 - Colegio Americano de Cirujanos - VIII Congreso Latinoamericano de Cirugía ACS
• 2004 - Facultad de Medicina UANL - Curso Avanzado de Apoyo en Trauma ATLS
• 2004 - Facultad de Medicina UANL - Curso Internacional Tópicos Selectos en Cirugía General
• 2005 - Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía Endoscópica - XVI Congreso Internacional de Cirugía Endoscópica
• 2005 - Cirugía de Control de Daños
• 2006 - Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía Endoscópica - Congreso Internacional de Cirugía Endoscópica
• 2006 - Facultad de Medicina UANL - Conceptos Actuales en Cirugía General
• 2006 - Hospital Central Militar - MiniFellowship Cirugia de Invasión Mínima
• 2006 - Asociacion Mexicana de Gastroenterologia - Controversias Actuales en Gastroenterología y Hepatología
• 2007 - Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía General - XXXI Congreso Internacional de Cirugía General
• 2007 - Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía General - Certificado Especialista
• 2009 - Cine Med - Complex Bariatric Cases and Emerging Concepts
• 2009 - SAGES - Laparoscopic Foregut Surgery Hands On Course
• 2009 - SAGES - Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses
• 2010 - SAGES - 12th World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses
• 2011 - SAGES - Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses
• 2014 - Facultad de Medicina UANL - XXV Congreso Anual Cirugía Moderna Basada en Evidencia
• 2014 - IFSO - IFSO XIX World Congress
• 2015 - Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía General - XXXIX Congreso Internacional de Cirugía General
• 2016 - Colegio Mexicano de Cirugía para la Obesidad y Enfermedades Metabólicas, A.C. - Primer Congreso Nacional para el Manejo Quirúrgico y Multidisciplinario de la Diabetes Tipo 2
• 2016 - Colegio Mexicano de Cirugía para la Obesidad y Enfermedades Metabólicas - Primer Curso de MGB/OAGB (Bypass Mini Gástrico)
• 2017 - SAGES - Scientific Session and Postgraduate Course

He completed his medical education at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1990 and 1996, and his residency in General Surgery at Izmir Training and Research Hospital between 2004 and 2008. In 2008, he received the Turkish Surgical Association's Qualification Exam (Board) certificate of success. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association. He worked as a lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University between 2017 and 2020. He currently performs Laparoscopic Oncosurgery and Obesity Surgeries. He has many national and international studies and these studies have received many citations.   Having a good command of English, Opr. Dr. Özgür Kavak is married and has two children.

Bachelor’s Degree:
2003 – 2010, Faculty of Medicine, Ege University, Izmir (Turkey)

Training Education:
2011 – 2017, Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery, Ege University, Izmir (Turkey)
2013 - 2014: Liver and Kidney Transplantation Observership, Montefiore Medical Center Bronx – New York (USA)

Professional Experience : 1. July 2020 - November 2021, Anadolu Cerrahi
2. November 2018 - July 2020, İzmir Private Ege Şehir Hospital
3. 05-07 2014, Liver and Kidney Transplantation Observership Montefiore Medical Center Bronx / New York / USA
4. April 2017 - November 2018, Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital General Surgery
5. July 2011 - April 2017, Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery
6. May 2010-August 2010, Kastamonu Pınarbaşı Family Health Center