Best Gastric bypass doctors in Istanbul: TOP 44 doctors

Dr. Vahit Mutluu has been performing gastric bypass surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital since 2013.

• General surgeon with experience since 2013
• Worked at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayis University
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Dr. Kartal specializes in gastric bypass with a strong background in laparoscopic surgery, trained at Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Board-certified in general surgery with 15+ years of experience
• Completed specialized bariatric surgery training courses
• Member of several prestigious surgical societies
• Currently practices at Anadolu Medical Center – a leading hospital

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 obesity and metabolic surgeries in just 6 years at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former faculty member at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for various abdominal procedures

Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, with extensive experience in bariatric procedures since 2015.

• Performed numerous gastric bypass surgeries at his own practice
• Trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital – a high-volume laparoscopic surgery center
• Graduate of Pamukkale University, known for sleeve gastrectomy procedures
• Published several articles in medical literature

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, performing advanced procedures at Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital.

• Published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including hernias and reflux
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for comprehensive patient care
• Received 9 awards for exceptional work in surgery

Prof. Aydin specializes in gastric bypass surgery with a fellowship in Gastroenterology Surgery from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Inonu University
• Specialized training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Herrman hospitals.

• Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeon in 2012
• Fellowship-trained in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery
• Active in inflammatory bowel disease surgery and organ transplantation
• Associate Professor since 2017

Recognized for his extensive experience in bariatric surgery, Dr. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expertise in obesity and metabolic management with over 20 years of surgical experience
• International member of IFSO and SAGES – key organizations in bariatric surgery
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary topics in peer-reviewed journals
• Specialized training in laparoscopic techniques at Istanbul University

Over 20 years specializing in bariatric surgery – Dr. Alis performs advanced laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures.

• Associate Professor of General Surgery since 2010
• Trained surgeons in Da Vinci Robotic system procedures
• Member of International Federation Surgical Obesity (IFSO)
• Authored 74 papers published in SCI journals
• Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ömer Bilgehan Poyrazoğlu specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery with over 20 years of experience. He has performed numerous successful gastric bypass procedures using advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

• Completed advanced training in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
• Member of IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders)
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Provides patient-centered, evidence-based surgical care

Dr. Yilmaz brings extensive experience in general surgery, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in general surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Worked as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Over 8 years of experience in state hospitals

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic procedures, including gastric bypass, with international training in Scotland and over 15 years of surgical experience.

• Awarded 'Certificate of Appreciation' by the Turkish Ministry of Health
• Associate Professor of General Surgery since 2020
• Published over 20 articles and 30 proceedings on general surgery and transplants
• Trained in kidney and pancreas transplantation at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in breast cancer surgery with extensive research on neoadjuvant therapy outcomes at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Published multiple studies on breast cancer and neoadjuvant therapy
• Holds international certificates in breast cancer surgery techniques
• Former Chief Physician at Private Istanbul Şafak Hospital

Specializes in obesity treatment including gastric bypass – dedicated to helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Skilled in both open and laparoscopic hernia procedures
• Performs endoscopic interventions for diagnosis and treatment

Dr. Yahya Özel specializes in minimally invasive gastric bypass with advanced training in Japan – one of Turkey's most experienced bariatric surgeons.

• 30+ years in general surgery with focus on obesity treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery
• Performed hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery at Tokyo University Hospital
• Trained next-generation surgeons as faculty member

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Over 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Over 20 years specializing in general surgery – Prof. Kapan brings deep expertise in bariatric procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading Turkish medical school
• Published research on laparoscopic techniques and hepatic procedures
• Member of multiple surgical associations including the Turkish Surgical Association
• Held academic positions as both associate professor and full professor