Best bariatric surgeons in Turkey: TOP 113 doctors

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Fahad Mawlood

Burcin Batman

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Specializes in Weight Loss Surgery, notably gastric sleeve and gastric balloon.
    • Internationally trained with experience across Turkey.
    • Performed over 1000 obesity surgery cases in 6 years.
    • Member of Turkish Obesity Surgery Society, enhancing his expertise.
    • Holds an Associate Professor title in General Surgery.
    • Member of World Obesity Association and International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
    • Offers online consultations for patients seeking weight loss surgery options.
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Metabolic surgery
$4,229 - $4,229
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul

  • 5 Excellent 12 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
  • Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is a bariatric surgeon with expertise in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric procedures. He has been practicing since 2015. He trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, one of Turkey’s busiest centers for laparoscopic surgery.

    He graduated from Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. This university is known for its work in sleeve gastrectomy. Dr. Temizgonul also has experience in war surgery from his service at the Syrian border. He has published several peer-reviewed articles and is known for his caring approach to patients.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,780 - $4,500
Metabolic surgery
$5,873 - $6,578
Stomach stapling
$3,994 - $4,463
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Murat Ustun

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Murat Ustun is a General Surgery Specialist in Istanbul with over 20 years of experience. He has worked at top hospitals, including Memorial Şişli Hospital, LIV Hospital Vadistanbul, and Acibadem Maslak Hospital. He also founded the Bariatric and Metabolic Center at Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

    Dr. Ustun has performed more than 6,000 advanced laparoscopic surgeries. He is skilled in endoscopic, laparoscopic, revisional, and minimally invasive bariatric procedures. He has attended 4 symposiums, 7 congresses, and 10 workshops, courses, and certified trainings.

    He is a member of several national and international associations. These include the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society, the International Bariatric Club, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.

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Gastric balloon
$3,150 - $3,150
Stomach resection
$9,500 - $11,000
Gastric bypass
$4,200 - $4,200
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Abdulcabbar Kartal

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 650+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
    • Specializes in Weight Loss Surgery options: gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy.
    • International training in Turkey, advancing skills in bariatric procedures.
    • Member of Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.
    • Completed a Bariatric Surgery masterclass in 2017.
    • European Society of Coloproctology member, relevant for post-surgical care.
    • Offers online consultations for Weight Loss Surgery candidates.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$6,000 - $6,700
Da Vinci gastroectomy
$21,500 - $21,500
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Halil Coskun

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • Renowned specialist in Weight Loss Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
    • Trained at Cleveland Clinic Institute of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, USA.
    • Expertise from Diabetes Surgery Center, Cornell Medical School.
    • Focus on gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding.
    • International practice in the USA and Turkey.
    • Proficient in advanced bariatric procedures for long-term weight management.
    • Active member of key obesity and metabolic surgery institutions.
    • Provides online consultations for patients seeking weight loss surgery.
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Gastric balloon
$3,150 - $3,150
Stomach resection
$9,500 - $11,000
Gastric bypass
$4,200 - $4,200
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Vahit Mutluu

  • 4.5 Good 50 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
    • 2021 - 2022, Tokat/Turkey
      TOKAT STATE HOSPİTAL
      General Surgeon
    • 2015 - 2020, Samsun/Turkey
      ONDOKUZ MAYIS UNİVERSİTY, FACULTY OF MEDİCİNE, DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
      Research Assistant
    • 2013 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey
      MEMORİAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPİTAL
      General Surgeon
    • 2013 - 2015, Erzincan/Turkey
      ERZİNCAN MENGÜCEK GAZİ TRAİNİNG AND RESEARCH HOSPİTAL
      General Practitioner
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,310 - $3,500
Gastric bypass
$2,000 - $2,500
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
$6,400 - $6,400
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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak

  • 4.7 Excellent 112 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
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    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Güner ÇAKMAK is a highly skilled and experienced specialist in General Surgery, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital. With a medical degree earned from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1997, he has built an extensive career, focusing on various advanced surgical techniques. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, and various types of laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including those for hernias, reflux, and esophageal issues. He is also highly experienced in hemorrhoid surgery and surgeries for anal fistulas and fissures.

    Throughout his career, Dr. Çakmak has made significant contributions to medical literature, having published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and 16 in national journals. He is also the author of 20 technical notes, case reports, and research articles. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge is reflected in the numerous awards he has received, with a total of 9 prizes recognizing his exceptional work in surgery. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Çakmak offers comprehensive care to his patients, employing the latest minimally invasive techniques to ensure the best outcomes.

    At Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital, he continues to provide expert care, focusing on complex surgeries, with an emphasis on laparoscopic and metabolic procedures. His work is marked by a dedication to patient well-being and continuous professional development, making him a trusted choice for individuals seeking high-quality surgical care in Turkey.

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Gastric balloon
$1,400 - $2,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,450 - $2,600
Stomach resection
$2,000 - $2,740
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Halil Alis

  • 4.9 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Halil Alis is a highly experienced general and laparoscopic surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery, obesity, and metabolic management. He has over 18 years of experience, treating a wide range of conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract. He has expertise in performing operations such as liver resection, appendectomy, gastric bypass, and many others. Dr. Alis is also a member of numerous international and local medical associations.
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Erman Aytac

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
$8,000 - $8,000
Gastric bypass
$6,500 - $8,500
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Ediz Altinli

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • 2018 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

    General Surgery Specialist

    2016 - 2017, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    FLORANCE NIGHTINGALE KADIKOY AND ATAŞEHİR HOSPITALS

    Director of the Surgery Center for Esophageal and Gastric Diseases

    2015 - 2016, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    FLORANCE NIGHTINGALE KADIKOY HOSPITAL

    Director of Colon and Rectum Surgery and Gastrointestinal System Motility Unit

    2012 - 2016, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    TC ISTANBUL SCIENCE UNIVERSITY GENERAL SURGERY DEPARTMENT

    Faculty Member, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery

    2011 - 2012, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH HAYDARPASA NUMBER EA HOSPITAL

    Chief of General Surgery Clinic

    2008 - 2011, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH HAYDARPASA NUMBER EA HOSPITAL

    Deputy Chief of General Surgery Clinic

    2005 - 2008, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH HAYDARPASA NUMBER EA HOSPITAL

    Chief Assistant of General Surgery Clinic

    2003 - 2005, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH SISLI ETFAL EA HOSPITAL

    Chief Assistant of General Surgery Clinic

    1997 - 2002, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    TC ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

    Clinical Chief Assistant of the Department of General Surgery

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Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
$8,000 - $8,000
Gastric bypass
$6,500 - $8,500
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Kamil Yalcin Polat

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  •  

    EDUCATION

     

    2022

    Associate Professor

     

    2017 - 2020, Istanbul/Turkey

    University of London, School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

    Master’s Program in Clinical Trials

     

    2013, Istanbul/Turkey

    AMERICAN HOSPITAL, IVF UNIT

    Ministry of Health Subspecialty Training in Reproductive Medicine

     

    2005 - 2010, Istanbul/Turkey

    İSTANBUL GÖZTEPE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

    Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology

     

    1998 - 2004, Istanbul/Turkey

    İSTANBUL UNIVERSITY, CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    Medical Doctor (M.D.) Education                                                                      

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Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
$8,000 - $8,000
Gastric bypass
$6,500 - $8,500
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Cemal Kara

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Assoc.Prof.Dr.Cemal Kara / Medical Park İzmir Hospital
  • Dr. Cemal Kara is a general surgeon with 26 years of experience. He specializes in cosmetic and weight-loss surgeries. He has performed more than 6,200 procedures. Dr. Kara co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center and is recognized as a leader in his field.

    He holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association, awarded in 2008. Dr. Kara has received several awards in both international and national scientific competitions. He invented and patented a laparoscopic surgical instrument. He has also published over 30 medical articles.

    Dr. Kara is an active member of several professional organizations. These include the Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, and the Aegean Region Surgery Association.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,698 - $4,698
Gastric bypass
$6,460 - $6,460
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Yasar Ozdenkaya

  • 4.5 Good 470 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Ozdenskaya has been practicing medicine since 1998, and has worked in several hospitals and clinics in the Istanbul area. Since 2012 he has been working as a general specialist in obesity surgery at Medipol Clinic, performing laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection, stomach resection with the da Vinci robot, gastric balloon and mini-gastric bypass operations.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$10,000 - $10,000
Gastric bypass
$10,000 - $10,000
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Samet Yardimci

  • New
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Professor Dr. Samet Yardımcı Clinic
  • Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı
    Obezite ve Metabolik Cerrahi, Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi, Genel Cerrahi Uzmanı

    İlk ve orta öğrenimini Antakya’da tamamladıktan sonra 1997 yılında Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’ne kabul edilerek Tıp eğitimine başladı. 2003 yılında Tıp fakültesinden mezun olduğu sene tıpta uzmanlık sınavını kazanarak Haydarpaşa Numune Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde Genel Cerrahi asistanlığına başladı.

    2008-2009 yıllarında Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin Houston kentinde MD Anderson kanser merkezi’nde ve Memorial Herrman hastanelerinde kanser cerrahisi ve organ nakli konularında eğitim aldı. Türkiye’ye döndükten sonra 2009 yılında yapılan genel cerrahların katıldığı yan dal sınavında Türkiye birincisi oldu. Bu sınav başarısının peşinden 2009-2012 yılları arasında Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hastanesi’nde Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi (sindirim sistemi cerrahisi) eğitimi aldı.

    2012 yılında Türkiye’nin en genç Gastroenteroloji Cerrahı oldu ve Marmara Üniversitesi Pendik Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesine atandı. 2012 – 2018 yılları arasında, Marmara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi öğrencilerine ve genel cerrahi asistanlarına birçok ders verdi, hastalara yönelik ve cerrahlara yönelik birçok eğitim faaliyetinde rol aldı. İleri laparoskopik cerrahi, Obezite ve Metabolik cerrahi alanında çalıştı, ayrıca organ nakli ve İnflamatuar barsak hastalıkları cerrahisi ünitelerinin kurulmasında aktif olarak rol aldı. 2017 mart ayında yapılan sınavla Doçent ünvanınına layık görüldü.

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Gastroectomy
$14,000 - $19,000
Stomach resection
$8,000 - $13,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,880 - $5,000
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Taha Somnez

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Surprise Experts Clinic
  • Dr. Taha Sonmez is a renowned aesthetic plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 17 years of professional experience. He specializes in a variety of procedures including hand surgery, tissue transplants, rhinoplasty, liposuction, body shaping, and head and neck surgery. Dr. Sonmez has received recognition as the Best Male Plastic Surgeon in Turkey and is affiliated with several esteemed medical associations. His range of operations includes liposuction, breast lift, rhinoplasty (nose job), tummy tuck, otoplasty (ear surgery), botox injections, stem cell rejuvenation therapy, and various types of liposuction.

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Gastric bypass
$3,500 - $5,000
Gastric balloon
$2,000 - $3,800
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,800 - $4,000
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Mehmet Guler

  • 4.8 Excellent 5 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Academic Titles

    • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, 1992
    • Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Residency, 1995
    • Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Residency, 2000
    • Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor of General Surgery, 2007
    • Interuniversity Council – Associate Professorship, 2018
    • Istanbul Aydın University – Professorship, 2023
    • Second Bachelor’s Degree: Anadolu University – Public Administration, 2008
    • Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University – Health Law, 2023
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Gastric bypass
$3,800 - $3,800
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $3,000
Gastric balloon
$1,550 - $2,050
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Halil Alis

  • New
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • General Surgery 

    Colorectal Surgery 

    Obesity and Metabolic Surgery 

    Medical Director 

     

    Brief Curriculum Vitae 

    I was born in Trabzon on 15.07.1969. After I attended Ismetpaşa Primary School and Cumhuriyet Secondary School, I was graduated from Trabzon High School. I had medical education and training in School of Medicine of Karadeniz Technical University from 1986 to 1992. I worked as medical practitioner in Alacahan subdistrict, Kangal District, Sivas City in 1992-1993 and in Sivas Police Headquarters to fulfill the conscription. I was assigned as Health Group Manager and Medical Practitioner in Dernekpazarı District of Trabzon in 1993-1994. I passed the Examination for Medical Specialty in 1995 and I had my residency training and education at Department of General Surgery in Istanbul School of Medicine of Istanbul University from 1995 to 2000. I was awarded the title of “General Surgeon” after I submitted the medical specialty thesis titled “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA” in 2001. After I worked at a privately owned hospital in 2000-2002, I started working in General Surgery Clinic of Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2003. I had rotation in General Surgery Clinic of School of Medicine in Istanbul University for 9 months in 2007. I was awarded the title “Associate Professor of General Surgery” in 2010. I undertook Management duties in Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital from November 2012 to December 2013 and in Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital from December 2013 to April 2015. I had been Head of Education and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery clinic at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital since 2010. I am Medical Director and General Surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul Aydın University as of 2017. 

    I have intentionally dealt with renal transplantation during my residency education. After I was awarded the title “medical specialist”, I participated to diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy, bariatric surgery, laparoscopy and robotic surgery educations abroad for short periods. I am intensively dealing with any and all laparoscopic surgical procedures (especially bariatric and gastrointestinal system surgery) and diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound) in this clinic since 2003 and I also play the role of trainer. I do and train others about General Surgery procedures with Da Vinci Robotic system since 2010. 

    I authored 74 papers that are published in SCI and SCI-e journals and 55 papers that are published in local journals, along with 7 book chapters and 86 papers presented in local congresses and 180 papers presented in international congresses. 

    I am member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Turkish Association of Endoscopic – Laparoscopic Surgery, Turkish Association of Obesity Surgery, Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordination Association and Istanbul Surgical Association. I am also member of International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO), International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO), International Active Member of International Federation Surgical Obesity (IFSO). 

     

    Date of Birth: July 15th, 1969 

     

    Educational Status: 

    Bachelor’s Degree School of Medicine Karadeniz Technical University 1992 

    Medical Specialty Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine İstanbul University 2001 

     

    Title of Medical Specialty Thesis (abstract is attached) and Supervisor: 

    1. “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA”. February 2001 Supervisor: Prof. Uluğ Eldegez, M.D. 

     

    General Surgeon Büyük Anadolu Hospital 2001-2003 

    General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2003-2006 

    General Surgeon Istanbul University Emergency Surgery Clinic, Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine 2006-9 months 

    General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006-2010 

    Associate Professor of General Surgery Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010-…

    Head of Training and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery Clinic Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010 - …

     

     Doctorate thesis / proficiency in art studies supervised: 

    1. Ede, B., “Changes in Thyroid Hormones After Thyroid Surgery”, Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

    2. Dodur B., “Factors Influencing Mortality and Morbidity in Gastrointestinal Bleeding” Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

     

    Duties undertaken in Projects: 

    1. “Enteral Stents for Colonic Obstructions (ESCO): Prospective, randomized European multisentric study, comparing enteral stent followed by elective surgery versus emergency surgical treatment in malignant colonic obstruction. “ European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) Clinical Trial Center (CTC) Clinical Trial gov. Identifier: NCT00591695 

    2. A phase III, randomized, double-blind, parallel group efficiency and safety study that compares safety and efficiency of oral dabigatran etexilate (150 mg BID) with warfarin (INR = 2.0-3.0) in semiannual treatment of acute symptomatic thromboembolism following initial treatment with a parenteral anticoagulant agent, which is approved for the relevant indication, minimum for five days – RECOVER II” Protocol code 1160.46

     

    Editorialships: 

    1. General Surgery Department, Advisory Board, Turkish Clinics Medical Sciences Journal, 2010 

    2. “Global Journal of Surgery” Editorial Board 2010 

     

    Scientific Organization Memberships: 

    1. Turkish Surgical Association 

    2. Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 

    3. Turkish Association for Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery 

    4. Turkish Obesity Surgery Society 

    5. Organ Transplantation Centers Coordination Association 

    6. Istanbul Surgical Association 

    7. International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). 

    8. International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) 

    9. International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO). 

    10. International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO). 

    11. International Active Member of International Fedaration Surgical Obesity (IFSO)

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,740 - $3,280
Gastric bypass
$1,400 - $1,500
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Namik Ozkan

  • 4.7 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Memorial Ankara Hospital
  • Dr. Namik Ozkan is an experienced General Surgery Specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. He has served as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University and Aksaray University. He was also the founding dean at Aksaray University.

    Dr. Ozkan has over twenty years of clinical and teaching experience in hospitals and universities across Turkey. He completed his medical degree and specialization at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. His leadership and faculty roles show his strong commitment to medical education and general surgery.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,150 - $3,150
Gastric bypass
$4,550 - $4,550
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$8,000 - $8,000
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Gokhan Yilmaz

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Pendik Hospital
  • Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is an experienced general surgeon with nearly 20 years in medical practice. He is known for his skill in complex surgical procedures. He earned his Master’s Degree from Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Doctorate in General Surgery at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, one of Turkey’s leading institutions.

    Dr. Yilmaz worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital for 5 years. He then served at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital for 3 years. In these roles, he managed a wide range of surgical cases. He also served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, where he trained future surgeons and contributed to research.

    Dr. Yilmaz is currently part of the General Surgery Department at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He provides advanced treatments and high-quality patient care. His experience in state hospitals, research centers, and universities highlights his dedication to surgical excellence and patient safety.

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Cemalettin Aydin

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education:

    • Bachelor of Science (MD): Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University, 1989

    Specialized Education and Experience:

    • General Surgery Specialist Degree: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 1997
    • Fellowship: Gastroenterology Surgery, Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, 2005

    Academic Career:

    • Associate Professor: General Surgery, Inonu University, 2011
    • Professorship: General Surgery, İnönü University, 2017
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Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$5,380 - $8,000
Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,000 - $5,500
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