246 Best Obesity Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Murat Yaman is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 rhinoplasties and 1,500 breast enlargements. Dr. Yaman also completed 500 facelifts and 1,000 liposuction procedures using VASER technology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in tummy tucks, body contouring, and facial feminization surgery.
• Treats 500–600 patients each year for cosmetic and reconstructive needs.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reconstructive, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Association of Emergency Hand and Microsurgery.

Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez is a general surgeon at Centro PAD in Madrid. He holds a patent for a prosthetic implantation system for abdominal wall surgery. Dr. Garcia Vasquez serves as Associate Head of Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital. He earned his PhD in Surgery with summa cum laude honors.

• Certified in robotic surgery using the Da Vinci X, Xi, and 5 platforms.
• Specially trained in laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France.
• Focuses on minimally invasive colorectal, proctologic, and abdominal wall procedures.
• Member of the Spanish Association of Surgeons and the Spanish Association of Coloproctology.

Dr. Alessandro Giovanelli is a bariatric surgeon at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio in Milan. He has performed over 9,000 open general surgical operations. Dr. Giovanelli specializes in obesity treatment and laparoscopic procedures. He uses robotic systems for complex gastric bypass and sleeve resections.

• Member of the International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).
• Published 70 articles in international medical journals.
• Certified in robotic surgery by institutions in Italy, Belgium, and the USA.
• Works at a Newsweek-ranked hospital recognized for its cardiovascular and obesity expertise.

Assoc. Prof. Burcin Batman has performed 1,100+ obesity surgeries with a remarkable 0.1% complication rate at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgeries like sleeve gastrectomy
• Associate Professor at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Offers comprehensive pre- and post-operative support

Dr. Aysel Pasazade is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. She holds the prestigious EBOPRAS certification. This credential confirms her competence meets high European standards. Dr. Pasazade specializes in complex body and facial transformations.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, rhinoplasty, and mommy makeovers.
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed residency training at Bursa Uludağ University.
• Treats over 6,500 international patients annually at Quartz Hospital.

Dr. Muhammet Mustafa Aydinol is a plastic surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in mommy makeovers, BBL, and breast augmentation. Dr. Aydinol is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He uses VASER and lipomatic techniques for precise body contouring. These methods help create a narrow and athletic abdominal appearance.

• Published research on combining fat injections with implants for breast augmentation.
• Performs specialized procedures including abdominal etching and 360 liposuction.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Works at a clinic with a 98.5% success rate for mommy makeover surgeries.

Assoc. Prof. Vahit Mutlu has performed 900+ bariatric procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility ensuring international standards.

• 13 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric balloon procedures
• Research background from Ondokuz Mayis University's surgery department
• Personally analyzes each patient's documents for tailored treatment plans

Dr. Ilker Manavbaşı is the youngest member of the Rhinoplasty Society. This exclusive organization admits only a limited number of international surgeons. He specializes in functional nasal surgery, facial rejuvenation, and mega liposuction. Dr. Manavbaşı developed two surgical techniques presented at the Symposium on Plastic Surgery in Italy.

• Completed plastic surgery residency at Hacettepe University.
• Served as a plastic surgeon at the Zeeba Clinic in Cleveland, USA.
• Former Chief of the Department of Hand Surgery at Private Irene Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

1,100+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and long-term patient follow-up at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic.

• 21 years of experience in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery
• Follows patients up to 21 years post-surgery for sustained results
• Founder of Lotus Bariatrics Clinic with personalized treatment plans
• Trained in advanced laparoscopy and war surgery techniques
• Graduated from Pamukkale University – cradle of sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey

Dr. Koray Karabulut is a general surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in liver transplantation and robotic HPB surgery. He completed a research fellowship in liver tumors at the Cleveland Clinic. He also trained in minimally invasive surgery at IRCAD in France.

• Served as the responsible specialist at Fırat University Liver Transplant Center.
• Completed specialized robotic HPB surgery training at Ageo Medical Center in Japan.
• Authored clinical guidelines for the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Published over 400 scientific papers in journals like Surgery and Surg Endosc.

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez has performed over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries, pioneering minimally invasive techniques that reduce pain and recovery time.

• Head of Bariatric Surgery Department at Centro Médico Teknon
• 46 years of clinical experience in general and digestive surgery
• IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic and bariatric surgery
• Specializes in gastric bypass and other weight loss procedures
• Director of Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona and Granada

Prof. Dr. Antanas Mickevičius leads bariatric surgery programs at prestigious hospitals in Lithuania and the UK, with training from top European centers.

• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve, and complex revisional surgeries
• Trained at Sweden's Sahlgrenska and London's Whittington hospitals
• Member of IFSO and European bariatric surgery societies
• Teaches other surgeons laparoscopic techniques
• Uses latest German-made Karl Storz equipment

900+ obesity and metabolic procedures performed – Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci became Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon in 2012.

• 23 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery
• Ranked first in Turkey's subspecialty exam for general surgeons
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Guler is a professor specializing in gastrointestinal surgery and obesity treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 34 years of surgical experience
• Member of the Turkish Society of Obesity Surgery and other prestigious associations
• Professor at Istanbul Aydin University
• Trained at Hacettepe and Baskent Universities

Expert in minimally invasive surgery for obesity, performing laparoscopic procedures at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specialist in digestive tract surgery with years of experience
• Member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery (SECO)
• Lectured on laparoscopic surgery at the University of Navarre

Dr. Farid Rafiyev holds the International Mini Gastric Bypass Surgeon of Excellence Bronze Certification, a prestigious recognition in bariatric surgery. He works at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku.

• Published 21 articles and developed 3 effective proposals
• Full member of IFSO, IBC, ASMBS, and ELSA
• PhD in medical sciences with focus on laparoscopic complications
• Trained in Berlin, France, and Strasbourg for advanced techniques

Dr. Rafal Kuzlik is a gynecologist and reconstructive surgeon at SaskaMed in Warsaw. He authored the internationally recognized One Cut, Linear Z, and Double O surgical techniques. These methods focus on aesthetic and functional gynecology. Dr. Kuzlik has performed approximately 10,000 operations. He practices in both Poland and Dubai.

• Developed original techniques for labiaplasty and clitoral repositioning.
• Served as former Head of Gynecology at EMC St. Anne’s Hospital.
• General Secretary of the World Academy of Regenerative and Aesthetic Gynecology.
• Trains physicians globally on surgical techniques in functional gynecology.

Dr. Abdelkhalek has performed 1,100+ weight loss surgeries and is ranked among Egypt's top 10 bariatric surgeons.

• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
• Specializes in laparoscopic and bariatric procedures
• Member of International Federation for Surgery of Obesity
• Instructor at Alexandria Endoscopic Association
• Whatclinic service award winner for international patients

Over 22 years specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery – Dr. Poyrazoglu performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures for obesity treatment at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained in robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Expert in both primary bariatric surgeries and complex revisions
• Published research in international journals on surgical outcomes