Page 4 - Best Obesity doctors: TOP 143 doctors

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.

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on endoscopic intra-gastric botulinum toxin A for obesity treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with 3D imaging systems
• Certified by European Hernia Society for laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Editor of multiple books on minimally invasive and oncologic surgery

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

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

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

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

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

Performed over 200 gastric reduction operations – Dr. Kacar established the Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital.

• General Surgery and Organ Transplantation Specialist since 1996
• Associate Professor-General Surgery with extensive international publications
• Trained in liver transplantation at Akdeniz University
• Recipient of multiple awards for pioneering surgical techniques

Dr. Nail Ersoz achieved 1st place in the Turkish Surgery Association Board Exam, showcasing his surgical excellence.

• Expertise in General Surgery with a focus on Obesity-related procedures
• Published numerous national scientific publications
• Trained at Erciyes and Fırat Universities
• Experience from Sevgi and Dünyam Hospitals

Specializing in minimally invasive obesity and metabolic surgery since 1995 – Dr. Aktas has performed advanced laparoscopic procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity treatment
• Advanced training in laparoscopic techniques in Germany
• Expert in complex cancer surgeries including Whipple procedure
• Pioneers new treatment methods to reduce complication risks

Expert in laparoscopic obesity surgeries including tube stomach and gastric bypass procedures – Dr. Hacim performs weight loss surgeries at Erdem Hospital.

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

Dr. Gabriel Rosales has performed over 8,000 gastric sleeve and Lap band procedures – specializing in weight loss surgery at JCI-accredited hospitals.

• Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery
• Member of IFSO and ASMBS – leading bariatric surgery organizations
• Trained in advanced laparoscopy at Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad
• Fluent in English and Spanish for international patients

Named Best Male Plastic Surgeon in Turkey – Dr. Somnez brings 15 years of experience of expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

• Specializes in obesity-related procedures with high success rates
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including ISAPS and EBOPRAS
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

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

27 years of experience of experience in bariatric surgery – Abu Shamsiya specializes in operative treatment of obesity at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Performed 1,100+ procedures including laparoscopic operations
• Expert in metabolic dysfunction treatment
• Specializes in complex abdominal conditions

Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz specializes in obesity surgery with extensive experience in bariatric procedures at Çamlıca Erdem Hospital.

• Board-certified with a postgraduate degree from Marmara University
• Member of the International Federation For The Surgery Of Obesity And Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Editorial board member for several medical journals on weight loss and surgery
• Over 19 years of experience of surgical experience focusing on obesity treatments

Dr. Sogukpinar specializes in gastric band surgery and tackles associated issues like hiatus hernias at Private Anadolu Hospital.

• Noted for meticulous surgical outcomes and high patient satisfaction
• Expert in managing complex obesity-related conditions
• General surgeon with a focus on bariatric procedures

Assoc. Prof. Dr Hasan Erdem specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with 24 years of experience of experience in the field.

• Founder of Dr. HE Obesity Clinic in Istanbul
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Trained in laparoscopic bariatric surgery in Baltimore, USA
• Certified in laparoscopic morbid obesity surgery masterclass in France
• Former chief assistant in General Surgery at Training and Research Hospital of Istanbul