Best Obesity doctors: TOP 193 doctors

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Fahad Mawlood
Burcin Batman
  • 4.5 Good 156 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, including gastric sleeve and endoscopic gastric balloon.
    • Has practiced at medical institutions in Turkey, including Firat University, Istanbul University, and LIV Hospital.
    • Standard treatments: gastric sleeve, gastric balloon, metabolic surgeries, diet, and lifestyle changes.
    • Member of the Turkish Obesity Surgery Society, World Obesity Association, and International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
    • Speaks Turkish and English, facilitating effective communication with patients.
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul
  • 5 Excellent 10 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
    • Specializes in obesity treatment through advanced laparoscopic surgery and bariatric procedures.
    • Utilizes methods such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and adjustable gastric banding.
    • Has international practice experience at medical centers in Turkey and near the Syrian border.
    • Founder of Lotus Bariatrics, serving patients worldwide since 2017.
    • Member of the highest volume center in laparoscopic surgery, Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,684 - $4,118
Gastric bypass
$4,118 - $4,985
Gastric balloon
$1,246 - $2,926
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Halil Coskun
  • 4.6 Excellent 312 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • Dr. Halil Coskun specializes in obesity treatment using gastric bypass, gastric sleeve surgery, and gastric balloon.
    • He has performed over 5,000 treatments for obesity with a focus on metabolic surgery.
    • He has international training experience at the Cleveland Clinic Institute of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, USA, and the Diabetes Surgery Center at Cornell Medical School.
    • Member of the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
    • Chairman of the Education and Research Commission of the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Foundation.
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Gastric bypass
$3,391 - $3,391
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,750 - $3,750
Gastric balloon
$4,500 - $4,500
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Ibrahim Karatas
  • 4.2 Good 8 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Dr. Ibrahim Karatas is a General Surgery Specialist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in metabolic and bariatric surgery, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and Type 2 diabetes surgeries. He has trained extensively in advanced laparoscopy and infrared photocoagulation and sclerotherapy. He is an active member of several professional associations and a founding member of the Manisa Breast Surgery Association.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,735 - $2,735
Gastric balloon
$1,500 - $1,800
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$2,352 - $2,571
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Grzegorz Kowalski
  • 3.8 Good 55 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Poland, Jelenia Góra, KCM Clinic
    • Dr. Grzegorz Kowalski specializes in the treatment of obesity, focusing on bariatric surgery and lifestyle interventions.
    • Treatments for obesity include gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding, and metabolic surgery.
    • Dr. Kowalski has international experience practicing at medical institutions in Poland and has received training in advanced bariatric techniques.
    • Awards: Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson; Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery by Olympus.
    • Member of the Polish Medical Society, the Society of Polish Surgeons, and the Metabolic and Bariatric Section of the Society of Polish Surgeons.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,949 - $5,949
Gastric balloon
$2,373 - $3,793
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$7,466 - $7,466
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Michal Kazanowski
  • 3.8 Good 55 reviews
  • 7 years of experience
  • Poland, Jelenia Góra, KCM Clinic
    • Dr. Michal Kazanowski specializes in obesity treatment using the Allurion gastric balloon.
    • Methods: Allurion Programme, dietary counseling, lifestyle modification, pharmacotherapy, and minimally invasive surgery.
    • Dr. Kazanowski has experience practicing at clinics in Poland and other European countries.
    • Conducted a webinar on non-invasive obesity treatment with the Allurion gastric balloon.
    • Member of the Polish Society of Surgeons, committed to maintaining high medical standards.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,949 - $5,949
Gastric balloon
$2,373 - $3,793
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$7,466 - $7,466
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20 top ranked Obesity doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Piotr Major
  • 3.8 Good 55 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Poland, Jelenia Góra, KCM Clinic
    • Prof. Piotr Major specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques for treating morbid obesity, which include laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass.
    • He has performed over 1,600 bariatric procedures, including revision surgeries.
    • He graduated from the Medical Department of Collegium Medicum at Jagiellonian University and has specialized in general surgery since 2010.
    • Prof. Major has experience in international practice, having worked at medical institutions in Poland, and has numerous publications in both national and international journals.
    • He is a member of The Association of Polish Surgeons and The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,949 - $5,949
Gastric balloon
$2,373 - $3,793
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$7,466 - $7,466
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez
  • 4.7 Excellent 409 reviews
  • 45 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
    • Dr. Carlos Ballesta López specializes in the treatment of obesity with over 30 years of experience.
    • He utilizes laparoscopic surgery, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery to manage obesity.
    • He has trained and practiced at clinics in Spain and Latin America, contributing to his extensive international experience.
    • He is the Director of Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center, which is accredited by IFSO for Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.
    • He is a member of the Medical Board at Teknon Medical Center, committed to maintaining high medical standards.
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Gastric band
$18,422 - $20,589
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Vahit Mutluu
  • 4.4 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 balloon
$3,331 - $3,331
Gastric bypass
$3,500 - $3,500
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,000 - $3,000
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Juan Ybarra Munoz
  • 4.7 Excellent 409 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Oncologist, Gastroenterologist

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Gastric band
$18,422 - $20,589
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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak
  • 4.4 Good 71 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  •  

    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
$1,422 - $2,188
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,500 - $4,499
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Yasar Ozdenkaya
  • 4.5 Good 465 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 bypass
$10,000 - $10,000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$10,000 - $10,000
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Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso
  • 4.7 Excellent 409 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
    • Specialist in obesity treatment through minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
    • Expert in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, and metabolic surgery.
    • Has experience practicing at medical institutions in Spain, focusing on advanced surgical techniques.
    • Associate Clinical Lecturer at the University of Navarre School of Medicine (1996-2003).
    • Member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery (SECO) and European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
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Gastric band
$18,422 - $20,589
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Farid Rafiyev
  • 4.5 Good 15 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Azerbaijan, Baku, Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku
  • Dr. Farid Rafiyev specializes in pediatric health, gastrointestinal surgery, general surgery, and pancreatic surgery. He has contributed to the field with 21 articles, an invention, and 3 effective proposals. He is a certified Expert of Laparoscopic Surgery and a Bronze-Certified International Mini Gastric Bypass Surgeon.
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Cemal Kara
  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Prof. Cemal Kara's Private Practice/EGE CERRAHI
  • Dr. Cemal Kara is a distinguished general surgeon specializing in cosmetic and weight-loss procedures. With 26 years of experience, he has performed over 6,200 treatments, co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center, and contributed significantly to the medical field with 30+ publications and the invention of a laparoscopic surgical instrument.
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,335 - $4,335
Gastric bypass
$5,960 - $5,960
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Ahmed Ammar
  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Egypt, Cairo, Dr. Ahmed Ammar Clinic
  • Dr Ahmed M. Ammar 

    Consultant Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon

    Lecturer of General and Laparoscopic Surgery 

    Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University

    MB Bch, MSc Surgery, MD Surgery, MRCS England 

    Member of the European Hernia Society 

    Dr Ammar has a 10 year experience in practicing general and laparoscopic surgery. He is specialized in laparoscopic procedures involving laparoscopic repairs of different types of hernias, bariatric procedures, biliary procedures. 

    Surgeries are performed in the best hospitals well known for its safety and hospitality standards, using the best laparoscopic instruments and setting. 

    A lifelong follow up of our patients is always provided

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Surgeon's portfolio
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$1,500 - $2,000
Gastric bypass
$3,100 - $3,200
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Halil Alis
  • 4.7 Excellent 45 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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Antanas Mickevicius
  • 4.6 Excellent 115 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Lithuania, Vilnius, Kardiolita Hospital
  • Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a highly experienced Bariatric surgeon with 30 years of experience and qualifications from the Kaunas Medical University. He is trained in Sweden, the UK, and the Netherlands and performs over 200 bariatric surgeries in the UK and Lithuania every year. He specializes in Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Plication and other procedures, treating conditions such as Morbid Obesity and Being overweight. He is a member of the Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).

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Gastric bypass
$5,418 - $6,502
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Omer Avlanmis
  • 4.5 Good 225 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Dr. Omer Avlanmis is a certified general surgeon with over two decades of experience, specializing in bariatric surgery. He has performed 4,400 treatments and applies minimally invasive surgery techniques. Dr. Avlanmis is an expert in Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve surgery, Metabolic surgery, Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery, and Gastric balloon.
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Gastric balloon
$2,600 - $3,600
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Gastric bypass
$4,250 - $4,750
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Dr Ercan Yalcin
  • 4.2 Good 8 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Applied Treatments:

    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Breast Cancer and Breast Diseases Treatment
    • Gastrointestinal System Surgery
    • Obesity Surgery
    • Metabolic Surgery (Type 2/Diabetes Treatment)
    • Cancer Surgery
    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Treatment of Anorectal Diseases

    Education and Expertise

    1990 - 1996 - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience
    1996 - 2000 - SSK Outer Door Training Hospital
    2001 - 2003 - Arhavi SSK Hospital
    2003 - 2006 - Borcka SSK Hospital
    2007 - 2022 - Private Eregli Anatolian Hospital

    2022 - Private Silivri Anatolian Hospital

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$2,735 - $2,735
Gastric balloon
$1,500 - $1,800
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
$2,352 - $2,571
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