Page 5 - Best Obesity doctors: TOP 137 doctors

1,500+ robotic surgeries performed – Prof. Bedirli specializes in obesity and cancer procedures at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• 35 years of surgical experience
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
• Trained in robotic surgery in Strasbourg and France
• Published 61 international research papers
• Completed advanced bariatric redo surgery training in Belgium

Dr. Palep pioneered Banded Bypass and Banded Sleeve Gastrectomy in India – trained in Los Angeles for these advanced techniques.

• 17 years specializing in minimally invasive weight loss surgeries
• Performs robotic GI surgery with precision – trained in Italy
• 90%+ diabetic patients achieve insulin independence post-surgery
• Handles complex revision cases and previously failed procedures
• Department certified as Center of Excellence by IEF

Specializes in single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy – an innovative, minimally invasive surgery for obesity at Prof. Dr. Burhan Mayir Scarless Sleeve Clinic.

• Expert in metabolic and bariatric surgery with extensive experience
• Performs gastric bypass and revisional bariatric surgeries
• Published over 60 articles in national and international journals
• Presented at numerous congresses and meetings worldwide

Ranked among Turkey's top 10 general surgeons – Dr. Durmus helped develop laparoscopic obesity surgeries in the country.

• 24 years of experience in general surgery
• Performed 1,100+ bariatric procedures including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
• Assistant Professor at Nişantaşı University
• Trained dozens of surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques

Assoc. Prof. Dr Hasan Erdem specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with 20 years of experience in the field.

• Founder of Dr. HE Obesity Clinic in Istanbul
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Trained in laparoscopic bariatric surgery in Baltimore, USA
• Certified in laparoscopic morbid obesity surgery masterclass in France
• Former chief assistant in General Surgery at Training and Research Hospital of Istanbul

Dr. Sogukpinar specializes in gastric band surgery and tackles associated issues like hiatus hernias at Private Anadolu Hospital.

• Noted for meticulous surgical outcomes and high patient satisfaction
• Expert in managing complex obesity-related conditions
• General surgeon with a focus on bariatric procedures

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is an accredited bariatric surgeon specializing in metabolic and weight-loss surgeries, transforming lives with safe and effective procedures.

• Completed surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Participated in numerous international training programs and conferences
• Part of the Clinics United team in Antalya since 2022

Dr. Liza Maria Pompa Gonzalez is a skilled surgeon with expertise in general and bariatric surgery. She is a certified member of the Mexican Council of Surgery and has renewed her certification several times. Dr. Pompa holds credentials in both general and bariatric surgery. She is also certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association.

Dr. Pompa is a member of the Mexican Association of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Internationally, she belongs to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the International Bariatric Club, the International Federation for Obesity, and the French Society of Digestive Surgery. She is also a member of the Harvard Alumni Association. Dr. Pompa often attends and speaks at major medical conferences, helping to advance her field.

Dr. Yasar specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with extensive training and multiple awards in the field.

• Board-certified in general surgery with over 10 years of experience
• Winner of the 2020 Altıntaç Award for Best Obesity Surgeon
• Member of Turkish Obesity Surgery Society (TOSS)
• Completed specialized courses in metabolic surgical procedures
• Published research on preoperative nutrition and surgical outcomes

Specializes in laparoscopic obesity surgery at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, using advanced minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 10 years of experience in general surgery
• Performs laparoscopic gallbladder surgeries during pregnancy
• Expert in laparoscopic abdominal and inguinal hernia repairs
• Pioneered new laparoscopic techniques for diastasis recti repair

500+ successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplications – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive obesity surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 25 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins in hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
• Member of Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB)
• Focuses on complex GERD cases and post-op complication reduction

Dr. Cenan Oktay specializes in obesity surgery with advanced training in Germany and Turkey.

• General Surgery Specialist since 1996
• Trained in microsurgery at Würtzburg University
• First in Turkey to use Valtrac rings for GIS anastomoses
• Active in clinical and experimental studies

Dr. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, performing over 1,000 surgeries annually at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 20 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Advanced training in colorectal and abdominal wall surgery from top Italian and Belgian institutions
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Performs sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass procedures

Specializing in obesity treatment, Dr Gokmen Ozturk brings 25 years of surgical expertise to Vital Clinic.

• Completed assistantship at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital
• Served at Medipol University and Nisa Hospital
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions

Dr. Emin Ersoy specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a strong focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• 12+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expert in adult open heart surgery and endovascular procedures
• Trained at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• National and international publications in cardiovascular field
• Frequent speaker at scientific meetings on coronary artery disease