Page 2 - Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 213 doctors

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in robotic-assisted bariatric surgery with advanced training in France, Ankara, and Istanbul.

• 22 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Member of IFSO – the leading global bariatric surgery association
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in both primary bariatric surgeries and complex revisions

4,000+ robotic surgeries – Dr. Tvaruzek leads the Robotic Surgery Center at St. Zdislava Hospital and is certified by Intuitive Surgical.

• Specializes in bariatric robotic surgeries for obesity
• Certified expert in da Vinci robotic systems since 2009
• Leads the highest-volume robotic surgery team in Czech Republic
• Member of Association of Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Farid Rafiyev holds the prestigious International Mini Gastric Bypass Surgeon of Excellence Bronze Certification and is a recognized expert in laparoscopic surgery.

• Published 21 articles and developed 3 effective proposals in bariatric surgery
• Full member of IFSO, IBC, ASMBS, and ELSA – major global bariatric societies
• PhD in medical sciences with a focus on preventing laparoscopic complications
• Trained in advanced techniques in Berlin, France, and Strasbourg

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, Dr. Yilmaz combines academic expertise with extensive surgical experience in obesity treatments.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries
• Over 15 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Practiced at multiple state and research hospitals
• Currently affiliated with Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Specializes in obesity treatment with personalized plans at Veselibu Clinic.

• Experienced in a range of weight management strategies
• Focused on patient-centered care for obesity
• Commits to tailored solutions for each individual

Dr. Soykan Barlas brings over 24 years of experience of expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques, including weight loss surgery, at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained in Scotland for advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Associate Professor in General Surgery with 20+ published articles
• Specializes in kidney and pancreas transplant surgeries
• Recipient of the 'Certificate of Appreciation' from the Turkish Ministry of Health

Dr. Rafał Berner is a physician who specializes in medical rehabilitation, aesthetic medicine, and aesthetic procedures for men. He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Łódź. He completed doctoral studies in 2019. He is a member of the Polish Society of Rehabilitation, the Polish Society of Neurological Rehabilitation, the Polish Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-Aging, and the International Association of Clinical and Aesthetic Trichology (ICATA).

He trains physicians at the OLLIE Training Center – International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science (IFATS). IFATS is the world’s largest society focused on adipose-derived stem cells. His courses include syringe and mechanical liposuction, lipotransfer to the body, face, and hands, penile augmentation, and aesthetic urology. His practice focuses on autologous fat in aesthetic and regenerative medicine and in reconstructive oncology. At Elite Clinic he performs aesthetic urology, including penile enlargement with hyaluronic acid and fat.

3,500+ successful bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Prieto specializes exclusively in weight loss and metabolic surgery.

• 18 years of experience of surgical experience with a focus on bariatrics
• Board-certified in General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery
• Chief of the Bariatric Surgery Unit at Civil Hospital of Guadalajara
• Head of Education Committee for Mexican College of Bariatric Surgery
• Author of eight peer-reviewed publications on obesity treatment

Dr. Ariel Ortiz Largadere is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon. He founded Hospital CYNTAR in Tijuana. The hospital focuses on advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery and care for international patients. He leads the Obesity Control Center for bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also leads the Ariel Center for cosmetic and aesthetic surgery.

He directs the Academy of Surgical Innovation. He trains surgeons in minimally invasive and robotic surgery across Latin America. Through IIMM and UC San Diego (UCSD), he advances research and guideline-based, high-volume care. A UCSD collaboration analyzed 19,801 bariatric procedures over 20 years. It reported 1.2% morbidity and zero mortality.

He contributes to global surgical education through the International Bariatric Club. He develops cross-border healthcare systems that link clinical care, technology, education, research, and global access.

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi combines 27 years of experience of surgical expertise with academic leadership in bariatric and metabolic procedures.

• Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve surgeries
• Professor at Zirve University – trains future surgeons
• Member of Turkish Surgical and Endocrine Surgery Associations
• Certified in advanced surgical research techniques

Associate Professor at Akdeniz University with 25 years of experience in gastroenterology, specializing in weight management procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Expert in advanced gastrointestinal procedures like sleeve gastrectomy
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University's Gastroenterology Division
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Abraham Miranda Ruiz. Médico cirujano con práctica en medicina regenerativa y terapia neural. Cédula profesional 38205212; Placa 105215. Titulado por la Universidad de Guadalajara (29/06/2009). Más de 20 años en medicina regenerativa y más de 10 en consulta privada. Habla español e inglés intermedio.

Enfoque: dolor crónico musculoesquelético, regeneración articular y neuropatías por diabetes o quimioterapia. Procedimientos: infiltraciones regenerativas en rodilla, cadera, tobillo, manguito rotador, túnel carpiano y codo. Terapia neural con procaína. Manejo metabólico en diabetes. Planes para neuropatías periféricas.

Objetivo clínico: reducir el dolor y optimizar la movilidad. Mejorar la calidad de vida con técnicas mínimamente invasivas.

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in bariatric surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association (BMCD)
• Published research on laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with ileal transposition
• Over 12 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Prof. Kaptanoglu brings over 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, including specialized training at Northwestern University’s Transplantation Center.

• Specializes in advanced bariatric techniques for obesity management
• Trained in transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery – rare dual expertise
• Member of the American Society for Transplantation
• Former Associate Professor at prestigious Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery with over three decades of experience. He trained at Tokyo University Hospital under renowned experts.

• Expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University
• Works at Estexper Clinic

Specializes in obesity treatment with surgical and non-surgical options like gastric balloons and botox at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs endoscopic interventions for diagnosis and treatment

Associate Professor specializing in weight loss surgery with over 29 years of experience of experience at Istanbul Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Education and Research Hospital.

• Extensive research on surgical outcomes and neoadjuvant therapy
• Holds multiple international certificates in advanced surgical techniques
• Published numerous articles on breast cancer and surgical methods
• Former Chief Physician at Private Istanbul Şafak Hospital

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tahir Oruç has performed 900+ obesity and metabolic surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• 37 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on obesity
• Trained in laparoscopic gastric band and lower GI surgery in Austria and Scotland
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Robotic surgery training at Acιbadem University
• Professorship at Istinye University's Department of General Surgery

Prof. Emek combines academic excellence with clinical expertise in weight loss surgery, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Medical Park Antalya.

• Professor at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in gastric balloon, band, bypass, and sleeve procedures
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Extensive training in general surgery from Ankara University

900+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kowalski specializes in weight loss surgery with 26 years of experience of experience.

• Recipient of the Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson
• Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive procedures
• Head of surgery departments at several prestigious institutions
• Author of numerous scientific publications in bariatrics
• Member of the Metabolic and Bariatric Section of the Society of Polish Surgeons