Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Specialized in obesity surgery with training at Cleveland Clinic, one of the top centers globally. Dr. Kankaya brings international expertise to medical weight loss treatments.

• Over 17 years of experience of surgical experience
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine and Metabolism Institute
• PhD holder in General Surgery from a major research hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association

Chief Surgeon leading a cutting-edge department specializing in minimally invasive and robotic surgery for obesity at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in visceral and oncological surgery
• Pioneers modern surgical techniques and post-operative recovery methods
• Coordinated the Pancreatic Cancer Centre and Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum
• Lectures at medical universities and conducts workshops for colleagues

Specializes in obesity surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital, performing advanced procedures like robotic-assisted gastric sleeve resection.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in obesity surgery
• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Expert in gastric sleeve resection and mini-gastric bypass
• Associate Professor in General Surgery

Prof. Yigal Volman is a leading obstetrician-gynecologist with 43 years of experience of experience, balancing his clinical practice at Sourasky with research at Tel Aviv University.

• Published 80+ scientific articles in medical journals
• Author of 11 textbook chapters
• Professor of gynecology at Tel Aviv University
• Member of several professional medical societies

Dr. Raiter introduced a no-incision approach to sleeve gastroplasty, improving outcomes for weight loss surgery patients.

• 26 years of experience of experience in general surgery and gastroenterology
• Specializes in bariatric surgery with a focus on gastroplasty
• Fellowship-trained in bariatric surgery in the USA
• Permanent member of Polish Society of Surgery and Obesity
• Regular contributor to webinars on bariatric techniques

Op. Dr. Şükrü Arslan is a General Surgeon. He received his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2005. He completed his General Surgery residency at Atatürk University between 2006 and 2011. He served as an Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Atatürk University from 2013 to 2017. He also worked with the Atatürk University Organ Transplantation Center.

His practice covers gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, hernia, and abdominal surgery. He focuses on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques and organ transplantation. He has worked in public hospitals and leading private hospitals across the Marmara Region. He has been a General Surgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital since May 2026. He speaks English.

Head of the Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism Department at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) with 37 years of experience of specialist experience.

• Trained in pediatric endocrinology at the Children's Hospital in Toronto, Canada
• Specializes in obesity that leads to complications like diabetes and high blood pressure
• Conducts ongoing research and teaches future doctors at Tel Aviv University
• Trained at leading centers in New York and Israel's Beilinson Hospital

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• General Surgery Specialist with 35 years of experience of experience
• Expert in bariatric procedures using minimally invasive techniques
• Trained future surgeons as Lecturer at Kadir Has University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Currently practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Inventor of the Bikini Sleeve technique – Dr. Abdelbaki transforms lives with minimally visible, high-precision gastric sleeve surgery.

• Professor of Surgery at Alexandria University
• Fellowships at Case Western Reserve and University of Pittsburgh
• Member of IFSO and Royal College of Surgeons
• Thousands of international patients treated

Dr. Krol leads the certified Obesity Treatment Center at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus, specializing in surgical and endoscopic obesity treatments.

• Chief of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine with years of experience
• Uses advanced bariatric surgery and endoscopic weight loss methods
• Directs a center with high-standard certification for obesity treatment
• Expert in comprehensive metabolic and gastrointestinal care

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

• Focuses on minimally invasive weight loss solutions
• Provides tailored diet plans and follow-up care
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive support

Dr. Arturo Martínez is a general surgeon trained at Centro Médico Nacional de Especialidades “La Raza” (IMSS). The program is recognized by UNAM. He has 20 years of experience in weight-loss surgery. He is board certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He also holds the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery.

He completed postgraduate training in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid. Since 2001, he has been affiliated with the Obesity Control Center (Cyntar). He is an assistant professor at UABC. He is also a conference speaker and a published author. He has taken part in live surgeries at international bariatric congresses.

Dr. Servet Tali is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon with more than 12 years of experience. He graduated from Cumhuriyet University Medical School. He has performed over 10,000 bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He consults more than 1,000 patients with obesity and diabetes each year.

He is a member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association. He has contributed to many national and international publications. He is often invited to speak at scientific meetings and international conferences. He is known for innovative methods in bariatric surgery.

Clinical focus: Bariatric/weight-loss (Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Balloon). Metabolic/diabetes surgery (Non-Diverted Ileal Interposition, Transit Bipartition, Diverted Ileal Interposition, Duodenojejunal Bypass, SASI Bypass, SADI-S).

Dr. Yasar Tuna brings 29 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise to obesity management at Medical Park Antalya Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe and Akdeniz Universities – top Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in gastroenterology with a Ph.D. from Akdeniz University
• Works at Antalya's leading Organ Transplant Center
• Balances academic research with clinical practice

Prof. Ozkan brings 31 years of experience of surgical expertise, including leadership roles at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University and Memorial Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in abdominal surgery with extensive academic experience
• Former Dean of Faculty of Medicine at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
• Founding Dean at Aksaray University's Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tahir Oruç has performed 900+ obesity and metabolic surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 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 and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Robotic surgery training at Acıbadem University
• Professorship at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Rafał Marszałek is a general, oncologic, and bariatric surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques. He leads the General Surgery Department at the Hospital in Legionowo, affiliated with the Military Medical Institute. He has many years of clinical experience from leading centers in Warsaw and the region.

As department head, he applies current treatment standards and advances modern surgical practice. The unit performs a high volume of procedures each year and provides full perioperative care. His key focus is bariatric surgery. He manages patient qualification, selects tailored laparoscopic methods, and provides postoperative monitoring. The goal is durable weight loss and reduced obesity‑related risk. His work also includes hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, and oncologic procedures.

Professor Prager has performed over 3,000 bariatric surgeries – one of Europe's most experienced specialists in obesity treatment.

• Head of the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital
• President of the IFSO-European Chapter
• Specializes in all types of bariatric procedures
• Member of multiple international bariatric surgery societies

Expert in weight loss programs and bariatric surgery nutrition at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – Dr. Serenay guides patients through personalized dietary plans.

• Specializes in nutrition for bariatric surgery patients
• Focuses on diabetes and cardiovascular disease dietary management
• Provides tailored programs for pregnancy and breastfeeding nutrition