Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Prof. Selin Kapan brings over 31 years of experience of surgical expertise to endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, with a strong academic background in general surgery.

• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydın University
• Published 50+ scientific papers on surgical techniques
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Specialized in minimally invasive procedures for weight management

Dr. Servet Tali has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric surgeries, specializing in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty at Central Hospital.

• 12+ years of expertise in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Consults over 1,000 obese and diabetic patients annually
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Frequently invited as a speaker at international conferences

Dr. Samed Gin brings extensive training in general surgery, including liver and kidney transplantation observership at Montefiore Medical Center in New York.

• Specialized in general surgery with training at Ege University
• Completed observership in liver and kidney transplantation in the USA
• Practices at Can Hospitals Turkey

Dr. Bedirli has performed robotic surgery on over 1,500 patients, specializing in obesity and gastrointestinal cancers.

• Professor of General Surgery with extensive robotic surgery expertise
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.)
• Trained in robotic surgery in Strasbourg and advanced techniques worldwide
• Published 61 international papers with significant academic contributions

Accredited bariatric surgeon specializing in weight-loss surgery, Dr. Yardımcı brings years of expertise to Clinics United in Antalya.

• Trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in metabolic and bariatric procedures
• Formerly worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital
• Participates in international training programs

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Durmus specializes in laparoscopic stomach surgeries, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, with extensive experience in Turkey.

• Helped develop laparoscopic stomach and intestinal surgeries in Turkey
• Trained dozens of assistants in general surgery
• Former training officer in General Surgery and Gastroenterology
• Member of the ski and basketball teams during medical school

Over 500 successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for gastrointestinal surgery.

• 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery
• Member of SICOB and ACOI – leading Italian surgical societies
• Focuses on advanced protocols to reduce post-operative complications

Specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital, with advanced training from top institutions in Italy and Belgium.

• 21 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass
• Active member of IFSO and S.I.C.OB.
• Skilled in both elective and emergency surgical settings

Dr. Mehdi specializes in weight loss surgeries, performing numerous life-changing procedures with a patient-centered approach.

• Highly experienced bariatric surgeon with years of specialized training
• Expertise in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional surgeries
• Compassionate care with guidance and support throughout the patient journey
• Known for exceptional outcomes and commitment to excellence

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Kaya specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, with advanced training in Germany and France.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques in Hamburg and Strasbourg
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons
• Focused on obesity treatment through advanced surgical methods

Dr. Cenan Oktay pioneered the use of Valtrac rings in gastrointestinal surgery during his training in Germany, bringing advanced techniques to Turkey.

• 35 years of experience of experience in general surgery and gastrointestinal procedures
• Trained in microsurgery at Würtzburg University
• Specialized in liver and bile tract surgery at Istanbul University
• Early adapter of endoscopic techniques in surgical gastroenterology

Dr. Ciftdogan specializes in metabolic and obesity surgery, including endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• General Surgery Specialist since 2002 with extensive experience
• Expert in laparoscopic procedures and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and Aegean Region Surgical Association
• Performs diagnostic endoscopy and colonoscopy alongside surgical interventions

Specializes in laparoscopic obesity surgery, including innovative techniques like postpartum diastasis recti repair. Works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures at Yuzuncu Yil University
• Performs complex laparoscopic gallbladder and hernia surgeries
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for weight loss

Specialized in laparoscopic obesity surgery with international training in Belgium and France. Op Dr Necdet Derici focuses on minimally invasive weight loss procedures.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Trained with leading European bariatric surgeons
• Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisions