Obesity Doctors Worldwide

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

Ranked among Turkey's top 10 general surgeons – Dr. Durmus helped develop laparoscopic obesity surgeries in the country.

• 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Performed 1,100+ bariatric procedures including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
• Assistant Professor at Nişantaşı University
• Trained dozens of surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in bariatric surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association (BMCD)
• Published research on laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with ileal transposition
• Over 12 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Mehmet Sadik Bingol is a general surgeon at Medipunto Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic and obesity surgery, performing weight loss procedures such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. He graduated from the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Practices at a clinic holding the IFSO Certificate for obesity and metabolic disorders.
• Treats patients using gastric balloon, stomach stapling, and gastric band techniques.
• Works at Medipunto Clinic, which serves 85,000 patients annually.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is an accredited bariatric surgeon specializing in metabolic and weight-loss surgeries, transforming lives with safe and effective procedures.

• Completed surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Participated in numerous international training programs and conferences
• Part of the Clinics United team in Antalya since 2022

Dr. Palep pioneered Banded Bypass and Banded Sleeve Gastrectomy in India – trained in Los Angeles for these advanced techniques.

• 25 years specializing in minimally invasive weight loss surgeries
• Performs robotic GI surgery with precision – trained in Italy
• 90%+ diabetic patients achieve insulin independence post-surgery
• Handles complex revision cases and previously failed procedures
• Department certified as Center of Excellence by IEF

Specializes in single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy – an innovative, minimally invasive surgery for obesity at Prof. Dr. Burhan Mayir Scarless Sleeve Clinic.

• Expert in metabolic and bariatric surgery with extensive experience
• Performs gastric bypass and revisional bariatric surgeries
• Published over 60 articles in national and international journals
• Presented at numerous congresses and meetings worldwide

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 surgical experience focusing on obesity treatments

Dr. Luis Gonzalez is a plastic surgeon at IPBMA Medicine Associates in Santo Domingo. He performs body contouring and facial reconstruction, specifically high-volume procedures like tummy tucks and liposculpture. The clinic treats over 1,000 patients annually and is licensed by the Dominican Ministry of Public Health.

• Performs complex body procedures including mommy makeovers and full body lifts.
• Specializes in breast augmentation, reduction, and lifts.
• Treats gynecomastia and obesity-related aesthetic concerns.
• Works at a surgical facility with 24 beds and four resident doctors.

Specializes in obesity surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital, performing advanced procedures like robotic-assisted gastric sleeve resection.

• Over 23 years of experience in obesity surgery
• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Expert in gastric sleeve resection and mini-gastric bypass
• Associate Professor in General Surgery

Dr. Yasar specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with extensive training and multiple awards in the field.

• Board-certified in general surgery with over 21 years of experience
• Winner of the 2020 Altıntaç Award for Best Obesity Surgeon
• Member of Turkish Obesity Surgery Society (TOSS)
• Completed specialized courses in metabolic surgical procedures
• Published research on preoperative nutrition and surgical outcomes

Dr. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, performing over 1,000 surgeries annually at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 21 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Advanced training in colorectal and abdominal wall surgery from top Italian and Belgian institutions
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Performs sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass procedures

500+ successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplications – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive obesity surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 27 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins in hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
• Member of Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB)
• Focuses on complex GERD cases and post-op complication reduction

Dr. Ahmed Ammar has performed 1,100+ bariatric procedures, specializing in laparoscopic techniques like sleeve gastrectomy at Cairo University.

• 12 years of focused experience in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery
• Lecturer of General and Laparoscopic Surgery at Cairo University
• Member of the European Hernia Society
• Qualified with MB BCh, MSc Surgery, MD Surgery, and MRCS England

27 years 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

Specializing in obesity treatment, Dr Gokmen Ozturk brings 24 years of surgical expertise to Vital Clinic.

• Completed assistantship at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital
• Served at Medipol University and Nisa Hospital
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions