Page 4 - Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 204 doctors

Dr. Raiter pioneered a no-incision sleeve gastroplasty technique, improving patient outcomes in weight loss surgery at KCM Clinic.

• 15+ years of experience in general surgery and gastroenterology
• Fellowship-trained in bariatric surgery in the USA
• Permanent member of the Polish Society of Surgery and Obesity
• Recognized internationally for contributions to bariatric surgery

Dr Keerapat specializes in cosmetic and weight loss surgery, with advanced training in the United States at UTHSC, PACES Plastic Surgery, and UMC.

• Board-certified in both general and plastic surgery
• Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Extensive experience in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Dr Pimchaya Panichkul specializes in weight loss surgery with a background in dermatology and surgery, bringing a holistic approach to patient care.

• Qualified to practice since 2002 with extensive medical training
• Holds a Diploma in Dermatology and Surgery from the USA
• Certified in Anti-Aging Medicine and Facial Plastic Surgery
• Member of Panasia Cosmatic, focusing on comprehensive patient outcomes

Dr. Burak Kankaya trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine Surgery Center – a global leader in metabolic surgery.

• Over 10 years of surgical experience in weight loss procedures
• Performs gastric sleeve and gastric balloon surgeries with precision
• PhD in General Surgery from Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association

Pioneer of robotic surgery in Turkey – Dr. Dibekoglu performed the country's first Da Vinci procedure and specializes in advanced weight loss techniques.

• 25+ years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in robotic-assisted gastric sleeve and bypass procedures
• Trained future surgeons as Lecturer at Kadir Has University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Ozdenkaya specializes in advanced robotic-assisted obesity surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 10+ years focused exclusively on obesity surgery
• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Expert in gastric sleeve resection and mini-gastric bypass
• Associate Professor in General Surgery

Dr. Yasar Tuna specializes in weight loss surgery with 20+ years of gastroenterology expertise at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Ph.D. in Gastroenterology from Akdeniz University's renowned program
• Specializes in minimally invasive gastric bypass and biliopancreatic diversion
• Part of the Organ Transplant Center team at a JCI-accredited hospital
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association

Inventor of the Bikini Sleeve technique – Dr. Abdelbaki has transformed thousands of lives with his high-precision, minimally visible approach to gastric sleeve surgery.

• Professor of Surgery at Alexandria University
• Fellowships at Case Western Reserve University and University of Pittsburgh
• Member of IFSO and Royal College of Surgeons (UK)
• Specializes in innovative, patient-centered bariatric procedures

Dr. Krol leads a certified Obesity Treatment Center at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus, specializing in advanced bariatric and endoscopic weight loss procedures.

• Chief of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine with extensive experience
• Uses the latest surgical and endoscopic techniques for obesity treatment
• Directs a center with high-standard certification for comprehensive care
• Combines expertise in metabolic and gastrointestinal health

Dr. Tepebasi specializes in minimally invasive gastric balloon procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss.

• Focuses on tailored diet plans and follow-up care
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive support
• Provides nutritional coaching and emotional guidance

Chief Surgeon at Germany's first certified colorectal cancer center – Prof. Schenker leads a department pioneering robotic and minimally invasive weight loss surgery.

• 15+ years specializing in visceral and gastrointestinal oncology surgery
• Pioneered modern techniques in minimally invasive procedures
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care at Pancreatic Cancer Centre
• Lectures at medical universities and conducts surgical workshops

Dr. João Lima Gabriel leads weight-loss programs at Corporación Dermoestética, combining medical expertise with a holistic approach to patient care.

• 15+ years of experience in obesity management and aesthetic medicine
• Medical Director at Corporación Dermoestética since 2019
• Specialized in Aesthetic Medicine through the University of Córdoba
• Multilingual and focused on clear patient communication

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Performs bariatric surgery using the Da Vinci robot at St. Zdislava Hospital, where he also serves as director.

• 20+ years specializing in obesity treatment and abdominal wall operations
• Trained in bariatric surgery at top European centers including Vienna and Tel Aviv
• Senior physician and head of surgery with MBA from Cambridge Business School
• Expert in minimally invasive and advanced revision bariatric procedures

Dr. Kallayanee Porngometkul is a gastroenterologist and Head of the Obesity Center at Yanhee International Hospital. She treats gastrointestinal and liver diseases. She has experience in endoscopic weight-loss therapy, including stomach balloon placement. She is also a speaker on obesity.

Education: MD, Srinakharinwirot University (2003). Internal Medicine training (2009). Subspecialty in Gastrointestinal Medicine (2014).

Credentials: Gastroenterological Association of Thailand; Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Association of Thailand; Liver Disease Association of Thailand; Medical Council of Thailand; Royal College of Physicians of Thailand.

Associate Professor Babek Tabandeh specializes in obesity surgery, cancer surgery, and minimally invasive procedures, with over 20 years of experience.

• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive training from Cukurova and Ege Universities
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and Turkey Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Practices at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital, one of Istanbul's leading facilities
• Authored or co-authored more than 40 medical documents

Specialized in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with advanced training from Istanbul University – a leader in weight loss surgical techniques.

• Over 20 years of experience in bariatric procedures
• Trained in laparoscopic antireflux and oncological cancer surgery
• Performs surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)