Best Gastric balloon doctors: TOP 89 doctors

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 gastric balloon procedures in just 6 years, specializing in obesity and metabolic surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed specialty education at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Pioneering faculty member at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Expert in both surgical and endoscopic weight loss treatments
• Board-certified in general surgery with additional robotic surgery training

Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in gastric balloon procedures.

• Over 9 years of experience in bariatric surgery
• Trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, a high-volume laparoscopic center
• Graduated from Pamukkale University, known for sleeve gastrectomy procedures
• Published multiple articles in medical literature

Specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – one of Turkey's leading healthcare facilities.

• General surgeon with over 9 years of experience
• Previously worked at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayis University
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Dr. Sariñana has performed over 2,000 weight loss surgeries, including 1,000 cosmetic procedures, earning him the title 'Complete Makeover Doctor'.

• 15+ years specializing in weight loss and cosmetic surgeries
• Fellowship-trained in gastric banding and gastric balloon procedures
• Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
• Master's Certification in Cosmetic & Aesthetic Surgery

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal specializes in minimally invasive weight loss procedures, including gastric balloon placement, at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Board-certified surgeon with training in laparoscopic and bariatric techniques.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.
• Trained in advanced endoscopic procedures — ensuring precise and safe gastric balloon placements.
• Works at JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center — one of Turkey's leading hospitals.

Performed over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 45+ years of clinical experience in digestive surgery
• Founder and Medical Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center
• Specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass
• IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence in 2011
• Uses Da Vinci robotic assistance for precision and faster recovery

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeries, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques for optimal patient outcomes.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Published 43 international articles on surgical techniques
• Expert in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German
• Works at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in obesity surgery with over 20 years of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Professor of obesity surgery since 2020
• Former Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive experience in gastric balloon procedures

Prof. Major has performed over 1,600 bariatric procedures, including gastric balloons, with a very low post-surgery infection rate.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Author of numerous scientific papers on bariatric surgery
• Member of The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Works at the Endoscopic, Metabolic Surgery and Soft Tissue Tumors Clinic

Prof. Mehmet Guler brings over 20 years of surgical expertise to gastric balloon procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive training
• Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
• Specializes in minimally invasive weight loss procedures
• Completed advanced training at top Turkish medical institutions

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

• Board-certified gastroenterology surgeon since 2012
• Turkey's top-ranked surgeon in gastroenterology exams
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Active in metabolic surgery research and education

Dr. Mete Akin specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on weight management procedures like gastric balloons.

• Over 10 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Subspecialty training in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Former Associate Professor at Akdeniz University
• Performs procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

With over 6,200 treatments performed in his 26-year career, Dr. Cemal Kara is a pioneer in weight-loss surgeries and cosmetic procedures at Medical Park İzmir Hospital.

• Invented a patented laparoscopic surgical instrument
• Numerous awards in international and national scientific competitions
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and other prestigious organizations
• Specialized in General Surgery with a focus on innovative techniques
• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University

Dr. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric procedures, including gastric balloon placements, with extensive research in obesity and metabolic management.

• Over 20 years of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Prof. Emek specializes in gastric balloon procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with decades of surgical expertise.

• Trained in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Expertise in minimally invasive weight loss procedures

Dr. Peter Vasas has a 0% leak and mortality rate in bariatric surgery at Liv Duna Medical Center.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for weight loss procedures
• PhD from Semmelweis University with additional training at University College London
• Completed bariatric fellowships in the UK and Belgium
• Member of British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 20 years of experience, including advanced training in France, Ankara, and Istanbul.

• Expert in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Member of IFSO – a leading global bariatric surgery organization
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Provides patient-centered, evidence-based surgical care

World-renowned for expertise in obesity surgery – Dr. Abdelkhalek specializes in laparoscopic and weight loss procedures.

• Medical Doctorate in surgery with extensive training
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England
• Instructor at Alexandria Endoscopic Association (ALEXEA)
• Reviewer for international journals like Obesity Surgery
• Whatclinic service award winner in 2023 and 2024

Specializing in bariatric surgery with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Alis focuses on minimally invasive techniques for weight management at İstinye University Liv Hospital.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted gastric procedures
• Authored 74 papers in SCI journals on surgical techniques
• Member of International Federation for Surgical Obesity (IFSO)
• Trained others in advanced endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries