Best Metabolic surgery doctors: TOP 40 doctors

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,000 obesity and metabolic surgeries in 6 years, specializing in stomach sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.

• Board-certified general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic procedures
• One of the founding faculty members at Istinye University's General Surgery Department
• Specializes in both surgical and endoscopic treatment options
• Performs robotic surgeries for complex cases

One of few bariatric surgeons in Mexico certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Dr. Pliego combines surgical expertise with personalized patient care.

• Over 8 years of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Specializes in obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension
• Focuses on improving patients' quality of life through tailored solutions

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in metabolic surgery with over a decade of focused experience. Currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Head of General Surgery Department at multiple institutions
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in obesity surgery since 2014

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries, with over 25 years of experience in the field.

• Published 43+ articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Expert in bariatric and metabolic surgery techniques
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for comprehensive patient care
• Received 9 awards for exceptional work in surgery

Professor Mehmet Guler brings over 20 years of surgical expertise, specializing in metabolic procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in general surgery at Baskent and Ankara Numune hospitals
• Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydin University since 2023
• Completed advanced degrees in health law and public administration
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association with 30+ years in practice

Specializing in metabolic disorders, Dr. Duger focuses on comprehensive patient care at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases since 2017
• Over 5 years of specialized experience in metabolic conditions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Published researcher with clinical expertise in diabetes management

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in metabolic and obesity surgery, with advanced training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann hospitals.

• Trained in gastroenterology surgery – Turkey's top program
• Pioneered laparoscopic techniques for metabolic conditions
• Active in organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery
• Associate professor at Marmara University

Specializes in metabolic surgery with extensive training in gastroenterology – Dr. Tuna brings precision to weight-loss procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 20 years of experience in gastroenterology
• PhD in Gastroenterology from Akdeniz University
• Works at a leading organ transplant center
• Fellowship-trained in internal medicine

Dr. Vichayawannakul specializes in metabolic surgery with advanced training from Chulalongkorn University and Rajavithi Hospital.

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology
• Expertise in metabolic disorders and their surgical management
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital with a focus on patient-centered care

Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings extensive academic and surgical expertise to metabolic surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Active in the Mediterranean Health Foundation

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in metabolic surgery with over 20 years of surgical experience, including academic roles at Harran and Zirve Universities.

• Board-certified in general surgery with a Ph.D. from İnönü University
• Member of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Extensive research background with multiple certificates in experimental techniques
• Active participant in national endocrine surgery congresses

Dr. Yahya Özel brings over 30 years of expertise in bariatric surgery, trained at Tokyo University Hospital's renowned Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery division.

• Performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques
• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures for obesity
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with a Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, training future surgeons
• Works with ERCP and surgical endoscopy for complex cases

Dr. Sukcharoen specializes in metabolic surgery with a focus on anti-aging and regenerative medicine at Intrarat Hospital.

• Board-certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine by ABAARM
• Holds a Master's in Dermatology from Chulabhorn International College
• Expertise in preventive medicine and clinical sexology
• Graduated from Thammasat University's medical program

Dr. Kilicli specializes in metabolic surgery with over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and metabolic disorders.

• Graduated from Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine for 13 years
• Served at Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Currently practices at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

Specializes in metabolic surgery with a focus on obesity and diabetes – trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrinology Institute.

• Expert in pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal gland disorders
• Observer physician at University of Piemonte Orientale in Italy
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus – a leading metabolic treatment center
• Treats both female and male reproductive system diseases

Specializing in metabolic and obesity surgery, Dr. Ciftdogan has been a General Surgery Specialist since 2002, performing successful procedures across Turkey.

• Experienced in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy procedures
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and Aegean Region Surgical Association
• Skilled in laparoscopic techniques for gallbladder and hernia surgeries
• Focuses on both surgical and non-surgical weight loss treatments

Prof. Özgen specializes in pediatric metabolic disorders, bringing over 20 years of focused expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in pediatric endocrinology with subspecialty training
• Published award-winning research on growth disorders and puberty
• Member of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association
• Professor at Biruni University since 2023

Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases – Dr. Uzum brings deep expertise in metabolic disorders to Biruni University Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in endocrinology and metabolic diseases
• Specialized training at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Recipient of multiple awards for diabetes research
• Member of the European Society of Endocrinology

Dr. Uri Eal specializes in pediatric endocrinology and neuroendocrinology, with extensive training at top institutions like Children's Hospital in Cincinnati.

• Director of the Endocrine and Juvenile Diabetes Clinic at Sourasky Medical Center
• Specializes in pediatric endocrinology and diabetes, with a focus on neuroendocrinology
• Senior Clinical Lecturer at Tel Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Israel Association of Pediatric Endocrinology