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Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 206 doctors

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Fahad Mawlood

Burcin Batman

  • 4.6 Excellent 214 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • 1,100+ obesity surgeries with a 0.1% complication rate – Dr. Batman is a leading bariatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric balloon procedures
    • Associate Professor with academic training at Istanbul University
    • Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
    • Offers multidisciplinary care for complex obesity cases
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Vahit Mutluu

  • 4.5 Good 51 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • Assoc. Prof. Vahit Mutlu has performed 900+ bariatric procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility ensuring international standards.

    • 13 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
    • Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric balloon procedures
    • Research background from Ondokuz Mayis University's surgery department
    • Personally analyzes each patient's documents for tailored treatment plans
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Gastric bypass
$2,000 - $2,500
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,500 - $3,500
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$7,250 - $7,750
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul

  • 5 Excellent 15 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
  • 1,100+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and long-term patient follow-up at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic.

    • 21 years of experience of experience in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery
    • Follows patients up to 21 years of experience post-surgery for sustained results
    • Founder of Lotus Bariatrics Clinic with personalized treatment plans
    • Trained in advanced laparoscopy and war surgery techniques
    • Graduated from Pamukkale University – cradle of sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,930 - $4,500
Gastric bypass
$4,430 - $5,000
Metabolic surgery
$5,769.69 - $6,462.06
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Jakrapong Detsomboonrat

  • 4.3 Good 10 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Asia Cosmetic Hospital
  • Dr. Jakrapong Detsomboonrat specializes in liposuction and body contouring at Asia Cosmetic Hospital, helping patients achieve sculpted, natural-looking results.

    • Trained in medical technology at Mahidol University
    • Focuses on precision fat removal and body reshaping
    • Tailors procedures to individual patient goals
    • Works with advanced techniques for optimal outcomes
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Gastric bypass
$7,730.93 - $10,823.3
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,535.34 - $5,566.27
Gastric balloon
$5,566.27 - $7,730.93
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Marco Sariñana

  • 4.2 Good 33 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexicali, Hospital de la Familia
  • Dr. Marco Sariñana has performed over 2,000 weight loss surgeries at Hospital de la Familia, combining expertise in both bariatric and cosmetic procedures.

    • 18 years of experience of experience in weight loss and aesthetic surgery
    • Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy procedures
    • Trained in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery techniques
    • Active member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
    • Often referred to as the 'Complete Makeover Doctor' for holistic results
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Gastric band
$4,500 - $5,500
Post-bariatric plastic surgery
$4,400 - $4,950
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Bee Thamonwan

  • New
  • 9 years of experience
  • Thailand, Phuket, Plenary Wellness Center
  • Dr. Bee specializes in natural aesthetics and regenerative medicine at Plenary Wellness, combining gentle techniques with innovative treatments.

    • Expert in Botox and dermal fillers for facial rejuvenation
    • Specializes in Sculptra for natural collagen stimulation
    • Offers PRP and stem cell therapies for anti-aging
    • Collaborates with Prince of Songkla University on wellness research
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Abdulcabbar Kartal

  • 4.6 Excellent 514 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • 650+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Specializes in weight loss surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • Completed a Bariatric Surgery masterclass in 2017
    • Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures
    • Works at one of Turkey's leading medical centers
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$6,000 - $6,700
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
$18,000 - $18,000
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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak

  • 4.8 Excellent 180 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, with 43+ international publications and 9 awards for surgical excellence.

    • Over 29 years of experience of experience in minimally invasive weight-loss procedures
    • Expert in biliopancreatic diversion and laparoscopic gastric bypass
    • Published extensively on surgical techniques and outcomes
    • Fluent in English, German, and Turkish for international patients
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Metabolic surgery
$5,000 - $5,250
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$2,840 - $2,740
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,500 - $2,600
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Enrique Pliego Esquivel

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Mexico, Cancún, Dr. Enrique Pliego Private Practice
  • One of few bariatric surgeons in Mexico certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Dr. Pliego specializes in transforming lives through advanced surgical solutions.

    • 10 years of experience of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
    • Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
    • Focuses on personalized care for obesity and related conditions
    • Treats complications from bariatric surgery and gastroesophageal reflux
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Stomach resection
$4,900 - $8,750
Metabolic surgery
$5,500 - $9,350
Gastric bypass
$6,300 - $7,300
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent 441 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • 46 years of experience of experience in digestive and bariatric surgery
    • Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic surgery
    • Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve procedures using Da Vinci robotic assistance
    • Founder of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona
    • Trains surgeons worldwide in advanced laparoscopic techniques
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Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$11,539.39 - $16,155.14
Stomach resection
$23,078.77 - $34,618.16
Post-bariatric plastic surgery
$13,847.26 - $28,848.46
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Mehmet Guler

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • 900+ bariatric procedures performed – Prof. Guler specializes in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • 34 years of experience of surgical experience
    • Professor at Istanbul Aydin University with advanced degrees in health law
    • Specializes in gastric bypass, sleeve, and band procedures
    • Member of the Turkish Society of Obesity Surgery
    • Trained at Turkey's top medical institutions including Hacettepe University
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $3,000
Gastric balloon
$1,550 - $2,050
Gastric bypass
$3,800 - $3,800
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Ediz Altinli

  • 4.7 Excellent 134 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Specialist in advanced laparoscopic surgery with leadership roles at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and Florence Nightingale Hospitals.

    • 29 years of experience performing bariatric procedures
    • Former Director of Esophageal and Gastric Diseases Surgery Center
    • Faculty member at Istanbul Science University
    • Expert in minimally invasive techniques
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $6,000
Gastric bypass
$6,500 - $8,500
Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
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Ersan Eroglu

  • 4.7 Excellent 134 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Dr. Eroglu specializes in weight loss surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a strong focus on laparoscopic techniques.

    • Assistant Professor at Istanbul Bilim University
    • Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Society
    • Published 16 scientific articles on surgical techniques
    • Winner of First Prize in Turkey for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $6,000
Gastric bypass
$6,500 - $8,500
Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
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Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

  • 4.7 Excellent 441 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for weight loss, performing minimally invasive procedures at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Expert in digestive tract surgery with years of experience
    • Member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery
    • Lectured on laparoscopic techniques at the University of Navarre
    • Associated with the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
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Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$11,539.39 - $16,155.14
Stomach resection
$23,078.77 - $34,618.16
Post-bariatric plastic surgery
$13,847.26 - $28,848.46
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Samet Yardimci

  • New
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Professor Dr. Samet Yardımcı Clinic
  • 900+ obesity and metabolic procedures performed – Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci became Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon in 2012.

    • Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery techniques
    • Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston
    • Ranked first in Turkey's subspecialty exam for general surgeons
    • Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
$7,000 - $10,000
Stomach resection
$8,000 - $13,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,880 - $5,000
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Cemalettin Aydin

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Prof. Aydin specializes in bariatric surgery with 37 years of experience of experience, focusing on gastric sleeve and bypass procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

    • Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye High Specialization Hospital
    • Professor of General Surgery at Inonu University
    • Expert in gastric sleeve, gastric band, and bypass surgeries
    • Combines clinical practice with academic research
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Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$5,380 - $8,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,000 - $5,500
Gastric balloon
$3,500 - $3,500
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Cemal Kara

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Assoc.Prof.Dr.Cemal Kara / Medical Park İzmir Hospital
  • 6,200+ weight-loss and cosmetic procedures over 28 years of experience – Dr. Kara is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with his own patented instrument.

    • Invented a specialized laparoscopic tool for improved patient outcomes
    • Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association since 2008
    • Multiple awards in international and national scientific competitions
    • Member of prestigious surgical organizations including Turkish Surgical Association
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Gastric bypass
$6,346.66 - $6,346.66
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,615.75 - $4,615.75
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Walid Eljabu

  • New
  • 20 years of experience
  • Germany, Hamburg, Esthétique du Nord Clinic
  • Dr. Walid Eljabu is triple board-certified in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Trauma Surgery. He has extensive experience in reconstructive and microsurgery. He trained in the UK and Germany, with additional specialist training in Sweden and Turkey. He is the CEO and Head Surgeon at Esthétique du Nord in Hamburg.

    He specializes in facial rejuvenation (facelift, rhinoplasty), breast surgery, and body contouring. This includes inverse abdominoplasty.

    Accreditation: MRCSEd (Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh). Memberships: Rhinoplasty Society of Europe; International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery; American Society of Plastic Surgeons; Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh; American Society for Surgery of the Hand; German Society of Hand Surgeons.

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Gastric balloon
$7,500.6 - $7,500.6
Gastric bypass
$7,500.6 - $7,500.6
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Bookimed Insights: Top Weight Loss Surgery Specialists in the World (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 891418 requests for Weight Loss Surgery globally, collaborating with 206 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#119 years of experienceMetabolic and bariatric surgeriesOne of Turkey's leading bariatric surgeons with 1,100+ procedures and a 0.1% complication rate. Associate Professor at Istinye University.
Turkey
Price on request
#213 years of experienceSleeve gastrectomy & gastric balloonSenior bariatric surgeon with 900+ procedures at a JCI-accredited hospital. Research-trained and personally involved in treatment planning for each patient.
Turkey
Price on request
#321 years of experienceSleeve gastrectomy candidatesSpecializes in sleeve gastrectomy with 17-year follow-up data. Founder of Lotus Bariatrics Clinic with 1,100+ procedures performed. Trained in advanced laparoscopy techniques.
Turkey
Price on request
#417 years of experienceBody sculpting and contouringSpecializes in precision liposuction and body contouring, with a focus on natural-looking results. Trained at Mahidol University and works at Asia Cosmetic Hospital.
Thailand
Price on request
#518 years of experienceCombined weight loss and aesthetic proceduresUnique focus on combining bariatric surgery with cosmetic enhancements. Fellowship-trained in gastric banding and balloon procedures. Performs 2,000+ weight loss surgeries.
Mexico
from $50
#69 years of experienceNatural aesthetic rejuvenationFocuses on natural-looking results with advanced techniques like Sculptra and stem cell therapy. Collaborates with a leading university on wellness research.
Thailand
Price on request
#719 years of experienceMinimally invasive weight loss surgeryFocuses on laparoscopic techniques for weight loss surgery – trained in advanced endoscopic procedures. Member of multiple surgical societies.
Turkey
from $145
#829 years of experienceComplex bariatric surgerySpecializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques for weight loss, with a focus on metabolic surgeries. Published 43+ international articles and received 9 awards.
Turkey
Price on request
#910 years of experienceObesity-related conditions and complicationsASMBS-certified bariatric surgeon with a focus on personalized care. Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery.
Mexico
Price on request
#1046 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric proceduresPioneer in laparoscopic weight loss surgery with 12,000+ procedures. Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence using Da Vinci robotic assistance.
Spain
from $350