Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Head of Gastrointestinal Surgery at San Raffaele – leads one of Italy's most recognized high-volume centers for esophageal surgery.

• Over 2,000 surgical cases treated annually in his department
• Specializes in minimally invasive surgery for foregut and large bowel diseases
• Board-certified in both general and thoracic surgery
• Author of 300+ scientific publications
• Member of 10+ prestigious surgical societies including The American College of Surgeons

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

• Over 23 years of experience 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. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, performing over 1,000 surgeries annually at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 21 years of experience 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

Specializing in obesity treatment, Dr Gokmen Ozturk brings 24 years of experience 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

Dr. Salinas Garcia brings 40 years of experience of experience in anesthesiology, specializing in bariatric surgery support.

• Adjunct professor in medical-surgical emergencies
• Active member of multiple anesthesiology associations
• Extensive congress participation on anesthesia topics
• Works at OBESITY FREE-DR. GABRIEL ROSALES clinic

Dr. Perez leads weight control clinics with a holistic approach, combining medical expertise with non-invasive techniques.

• Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital
• Specializes in ultrasonic cavitation and laser treatments
• Biomagnet certified by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experience in Botox and fillers for contouring

The doctor is a highly experienced surgeon based in Thailand with a specialized clinical focus on hemorrhoid treatment, gastroscopy, and colonoscopy. Additional areas of expertise include the excision of breast masses and the performance of core needle breast biopsies.

The doctor has built an extensive professional background through surgical residencies and clinical appointments at several prominent institutions, including Maharaj Chiang Mai Hospital, Rajavithi Hospital, Thunghuachang Hospital, and Vajira Hospital Bangkok. Through these roles, the doctor has developed a comprehensive skill set in general and specialized surgical procedures.

The doctor is a highly experienced general surgery specialist with extensive clinical expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery, including stomach botox and gastric balloon applications. The doctor's professional background encompasses a wide range of surgical disciplines, with a focus on thyroid diseases, gallbladder and liver conditions, oncological surgery, breast diseases, and the treatment of anal region disorders.

With a medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and specialized training in general surgery from Mayıs University, the doctor has served in various state and private medical institutions. This clinical experience includes managing emergency services and providing specialized surgical care across multiple hospital settings.

Dr. Rodriguez specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with over 32 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery.

• Trained at Hospital Jose A. Muguerza – a leader in laparoscopic techniques
• Speaker at national congresses on laparoscopic surgery
• Certified by the General Surgery Council
• Practices at Obesity Free clinic with Dr. Gabriel Rosales

Dr. Mehdi has performed numerous life-changing bariatric surgeries, helping patients achieve significant and sustainable weight loss.

• Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy
• Tailors procedures to individual health goals
• Committed to patient-centered care and long-term success
• Renowned for compassionate guidance throughout the weight loss journey

Prof. Dr. Oktay Banlı is a Professor of General Surgery. He has focused on laparoscopic bariatric surgery since 2006. His main procedures are sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass.

MD, Ankara University (1988). General Surgery Specialist, Erciyes University (1996). He worked for 11 years in the General Surgery and Kidney Transplantation Clinic at Etlik Specialized Hospital. He completed advanced laparoscopic training in France (2005–2006). He became an Associate Professor in 2007 and a Professor in 2013. He also served as Clinical Chief at Elazığ Education and Research Hospital. In 2014, he worked in bariatric and metabolic surgery clinics at Weill Cornell Medical College and Lenox Hill Hospital in New York.

He has published in international journals and is a member of professional societies. His interests include gastric balloon and band, sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), mini gastric bypass (MGB), duodenal switch/biliopancreatic diversion (BPD), advanced laparoscopy, hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, and transplant surgery and coordination.