Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Prof. Yigal Volman is a leading obstetrician-gynecologist with 43 years of experience of experience, balancing his clinical practice at Sourasky with research at Tel Aviv University.

• Published 80+ scientific articles in medical journals
• Author of 11 textbook chapters
• Professor of gynecology at Tel Aviv University
• Member of several professional medical societies

Head of the Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism Department at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) with 37 years of experience of specialist experience.

• Trained in pediatric endocrinology at the Children's Hospital in Toronto, Canada
• Specializes in obesity that leads to complications like diabetes and high blood pressure
• Conducts ongoing research and teaches future doctors at Tel Aviv University
• Trained at leading centers in New York and Israel's Beilinson Hospital

Op. Dr. Şükrü Arslan is a General Surgeon. He received his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2005. He completed his General Surgery residency at Atatürk University between 2006 and 2011. He served as an Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Atatürk University from 2013 to 2017. He also worked with the Atatürk University Organ Transplantation Center.

His practice covers gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, hernia, and abdominal surgery. He focuses on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques and organ transplantation. He has worked in public hospitals and leading private hospitals across the Marmara Region. He has been a General Surgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital since May 2026. He speaks English.

Inventor of the Bikini Sleeve technique – Dr. Abdelbaki transforms lives with minimally visible, high-precision gastric sleeve surgery.

• Professor of Surgery at Alexandria University
• Fellowships at Case Western Reserve and University of Pittsburgh
• Member of IFSO and Royal College of Surgeons
• Thousands of international patients treated

Dr. Tepebasi specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss.

• Focuses on minimally invasive weight loss solutions
• Provides tailored diet plans and follow-up care
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive support

Chief Surgeon leading a cutting-edge department specializing in minimally invasive and robotic surgery for obesity at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in visceral and oncological surgery
• Pioneers modern surgical techniques and post-operative recovery methods
• Coordinated the Pancreatic Cancer Centre and Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum
• Lectures at medical universities and conducts workshops for colleagues

Dr. Krol leads the certified Obesity Treatment Center at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus, specializing in surgical and endoscopic obesity treatments.

• Chief of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine with years of experience
• Uses advanced bariatric surgery and endoscopic weight loss methods
• Directs a center with high-standard certification for obesity treatment
• Expert in comprehensive metabolic and gastrointestinal care

Dr. Arturo Martinez is a general surgeon at Hospital Cyntar Tijuana. He is recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation as a Surgeon of Excellence. He specializes in gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery. Dr. Martinez has trained at the prestigious Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid.

• Board certified by the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.
• Maintains double certification from the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
• Works at Hospital Cyntar, a JCI-accredited facility in Mexico.
• Serves as an assistant professor at the Autonomous University of Baja California.

Dr. Servet Tali is a bariatric surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He specializes in weight loss procedures and metabolic management for diabetes. Dr. Tali consults with more than 1,000 patients annually.

• Performs Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Balloon procedures.
• Expert in transit bipartition and ileal interposition for diabetes treatment.
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at Central Hospital, which features da Vinci robotic surgical systems.

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tahir Oruç has performed 900+ obesity and metabolic surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 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 and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Robotic surgery training at Acıbadem University
• Professorship at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Yasar Tuna brings 29 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise to obesity management at Medical Park Antalya Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe and Akdeniz Universities – top Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in gastroenterology with a Ph.D. from Akdeniz University
• Works at Antalya's leading Organ Transplant Center
• Balances academic research with clinical practice

Prof. Ozkan brings 31 years of experience of surgical expertise, including leadership roles at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University and Memorial Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in abdominal surgery with extensive academic experience
• Former Dean of Faculty of Medicine at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
• Founding Dean at Aksaray University's Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

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

• 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 Hospital Cyntar Tijuana. He is certified by the Mexican Council of Anesthesiologists. Dr. Acosta leads anesthesia services specifically for the clinic’s weight-loss surgery program. He has been a member of the surgical team since 2007.

• Underwent residency training at the Autonomous University of Baja California General Hospital.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and seamless perioperative care.
• Works at Hospital Cyntar, which holds JCI, GHA, and SRC Center of Excellence accreditations.
• Focuses on optimizing anesthesia protocols for high-precision bariatric procedures.

Dr. Rafał Marszałek serves as Head of the General Surgery Department at Legionowo Hospital. This facility is affiliated with the Military Medical Institute in Poland. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery for bariatric, oncologic, and general conditions. Dr. Marszałek centers his practice on minimally invasive techniques to speed up recovery.

• Leads a department that performs a high annual volume of surgical procedures.
• Performs gastric sleeve and metabolic surgery for long-term weight loss.
• Treats inguinal and umbilical hernias using laparoscopic repair methods.
• Provides surgical treatment for thyroid, breast, and gallbladder diseases.

Professor Prager has performed over 3,000 bariatric surgeries – one of Europe's most experienced specialists in obesity treatment.

• Head of the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital
• President of the IFSO-European Chapter
• Specializes in all types of bariatric procedures
• Member of multiple international bariatric surgery societies

Over 28 years of experience specializing in obesity treatments, Dr. Aydin brings deep expertise to Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Board-certified surgeon with extensive experience in bariatric procedures
• Active member of the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Associate Professor at a leading private hospital in Istanbul
• Specializes in advanced surgical solutions for weight management

Dr. Tekelioglu brings 29 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in obesity treatments at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Extensive experience in general surgery, including weight loss procedures
• Performs both standard and specialized surgical interventions

Prof. Aydin specializes in obesity surgery, with expertise in gastric sleeve procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
• Professor of General Surgery at Inonu University
• Specializes in bariatric surgical interventions
• Over 37 years of experience of surgical experience