Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Abdulsalam Al Taie is a Consultant Bariatric, General and Laparoscopic Surgeon at the clinic (Al Taie Center) with DOH License No: D4536. He is described as having performed over 70,000 operations and as the first surgeon in the UAE to perform gastric sleeve and gastric bypass in 2003. His bariatric and metabolic surgery scope includes LSG, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, adjustable gastric banding, gastric balloon, and endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG).

Dr. Aram Boroyan is a plastic surgeon in Yerevan, Armenia. He is the founder and director of Boroyan Plastic Surgery, a modern clinic.

He earned his medical degree at Yerevan State Medical University. He completed specialized plastic surgery training in Armenia and abroad under respected surgeons.

Clinical focus: facial rejuvenation; rhinoplasty; breast augmentation (with or without implants), lift, and reduction; body contouring (liposuction, tummy tuck/abdominoplasty, arm lift); post-bariatric surgery; scar revision; gynecomastia surgery; eyelid surgery (upper and lower); brow lift; buccal fat removal.

Catriona Swift is a specialist at the clinic and is trained in laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic bariatric surgery. She offers duodenal switch, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, revisional bariatric surgery, and endoscopic weight loss procedures. For patients with reflux-related disease, she also leads surgical treatment for GERD, hiatal hernia, and achalasia.

ASSoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Tartu is a bariatric and gastroenterological surgeon listed on Booking Surgery in Istanbul, Turkey. His training includes an Ege University medical degree (graduated 2001) and residencies in general surgery (2002–2008) and gastroenterology surgery (2014–2016). He performs bariatric procedures such as Gastric Band to Sleeve, Gastric Sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy), Gastric Bypass, and revisional bariatric surgery, with patient stories highlighting supportive care during the journey.

ASSoc. Prof. Dr. M. Kağan Katar is a bariatric and general surgeon listed on Booking Surgery in Istanbul, Turkey. His scope includes weight-loss operations such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric balloon, mini gastric bypass, and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The clinic coordinates consultations and international travel support for patients considering bariatric surgery.

As a specialist at the clinic, Jalil Illan is described as a US board-certified bariatric surgeon practicing in Tijuana, Mexico. His focus spans minimally invasive weight-loss surgery—including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass—plus post-bariatric plastic surgery for body-contouring after major weight loss. The clinic also positions care within a Joint Commission International–accredited Hospital BC setting, with gastric sleeve packages starting at $4,900 all-inclusive.

Anar Namazov is a specialist at West Hospital working as a bariatric surgeon. He previously led the surgery department and served as deputy to the head physician at Mərkəzi Klinik Xəstəxana, where he performed 1,000+ successful operations and built an endoscopic surgery service. He also chaired the Azerbaijan Endoscopic Surgeons Society (2004–2007) and authored 40+ scientific articles, bringing a strong procedural and academic foundation to weight loss surgery consultations.

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Volkan Tümemur is a specialist at the clinic as a General Surgeon with 15 years of experience. He has training in medical education at Black Sea Technical University and General Surgery specialization at Samsun 19 Mayıs University. His listed expertise includes obesity surgery such as gastric balloon and sleeve gastrectomy, along with thyroid surgery, gallbladder diseases, and surgical treatment for breast diseases. He offers both bariatric surgery and plastic surgery consultations.

Bahaa Madkour is a Specialist General Surgeon and Bariatric Surgeon at the clinic (Al Taie Center) with DOH License No: GD23052. He provides bariatric surgery for obesity, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, as well as mini gastric bypass. His general surgery scope also includes treatment for gastrointestinal disorders, hernias, and gallbladder issues.

Ron Gilat is an orthopedic specialist at the clinic, managing the Joint Preservation service in the Sports Injuries and Arthroscopy unit. His focus is on sports injuries and arthroscopy-based surgical care. For patients aiming to preserve joint function after injury, his role is built around the clinic’s dedicated sports-and-arthroscopy pathway.

Huda Mohamed Hassan Ali is a Clinical Dietician at the clinic (Al Taie Center) with DOH License No: GT34481. She provides personalized nutrition support for obesity, diabetes, heart diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, and weight management. Her scope includes coordinating patient nutrition plans and participating in multidisciplinary care-plan meetings.

Abdulsalam Al Taie is a Consultant General Surgeon and Bariatric surgeon at the clinic (Al Taie Center) with DOH License No: D4536. His profile states he has performed over 70,000 operations and that he was the first surgeon in the UAE to perform gastric sleeve and gastric bypass in 2003. He performs laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and classical gastric bypass conversion when previous sleeve outcomes require correction.

A specialist at Aarvy Healthcare, Vikram Singh is a Consultant General Surgeon with a laparoscopic and bariatric surgery focus. Aarvy Healthcare was founded by him and provides services since 2004. His procedure list includes gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) and gastric bypass for obesity care.

Muhamet Zübir Üçüncü is a specialist at the clinic as a Bariatric Surgeon with 15 years of experience. His expertise includes endoscopic and laparoscopic obesity treatments such as sleeve gastrectomy, stomach botox, and gastric balloon. He is also listed with experience in breast and emergency surgery, and he holds an Associate Professor title with an academic role at Istanbul Gelişim University.

Elnur PIRALIYEV is a Specialist Dr. in General Surgery at BHT CLINIC Istanbul Tema Hospital. He focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgery, with listed procedures including Gastric Sleeve, SAGI gastric mini bypass, Roux NY gastric bypass, and Gastric Balloon. His training includes Cleveland Clinic’s Endocrine and Metabolic Surgery Department in the United States.

Dila ABDİK is a dietitian at BHT CLINIC Istanbul Tema Hospital. Her listed focus includes bariatric and nutrition, weight loss, pregnancy and lactation nutrition, disease-related nutrition, and clinical nutrition. She provides obesity/weight management support in Istanbul with appointments scheduled through the clinic.

Eda MANCOĞLU is a Specialist Dietitian at BHT CLINIC Istanbul Tema Hospital. Her listed nutrition expertise includes bariatric and nutrition, sports nutrition, pregnancy and lactation nutrition, disease-related nutrition, and clinical nutrition. She provides obesity/weight management support in Istanbul with appointments scheduled through the clinic.