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Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
Vahit Mutluu

Vahit Mutluu

Leading doctor for Gastric band
13 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Mutluu has been performing gastric band procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital since 2013, specializing in bariatric surgery.

  • General surgeon with over 13 years of experience of experience
  • Previously worked at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayis University
  • Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
Doctor's visit Price on request
Before and after gastric band results at Centro Médico Teknon – significant weight loss shown
Before and after gastric band results at Centro Médico Teknon – significant weight loss shown
Before and after gastric band results at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss visible
Before and after gastric band results at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss achieved
Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Leading doctor for Gastric band
46 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
European Foundation for Quality Management
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019
+4
Location: Spain, Barcelona

12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

  • 46 years of experience of experience in general and digestive surgery
  • Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with Da Vinci robotic assistance
  • Director of the Laparoscopic Center, accredited as IFSO Center of Excellence
  • International leader in metabolic and bariatric surgery
  • Provides consultations in Spanish and English
Package price from$5,867.74

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Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
Leading doctor for Gastric band
22 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 22 years of experience of experience. He has trained in France, Ankara, and Istanbul for advanced techniques.

  • Expert in laparoscopic and robotic bariatric procedures
  • Member of IFSO – a leading global obesity surgery organization
  • Published multiple articles in international surgical journals
  • Performs gastric band surgeries with a patient-centered approach
Package price from$5,000
Professor Dr. Samet Yardımcı Clinic
Samet Yardimci

Samet Yardimci

23 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı, one of Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeons, specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery.

  • Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplants at MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery with extensive laparoscopic experience
  • Former lecturer at Marmara University, training future surgeons
Doctor's visit Price on request
Esthétique du Nord
Walid Eljabu

Walid Eljabu

20 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Real Plastic Surgeon
Location: Germany, Hamburg

Dr. Eljabu is triple-board certified in Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Trauma Surgery – a raredialog combination ensuring precision in gastric band procedures.

  • Advanced training in UK, Germany, Sweden, and Turkey
  • Handles complex reconstructive cases with microsurgical techniques
  • Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • CEO and Head Surgeon at Esthétique du Nord in Hamburg
Doctor's visit Price on request
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
Cemalettin Aydin

Cemalettin Aydin

37 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Aydin brings 37 years of experience of surgical expertise to gastric band procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

  • Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
  • Associate Professor and later Professor in General Surgery
  • Specializes in digestive system procedures
  • Educated at prestigious Turkish medical institutions
Doctor's visit Price on request
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Mehmet Guler

Mehmet Guler

34 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Antalya

Prof. Mehmet Guler brings over 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in gastric band procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

  • Board-certified general surgeon with extensive training
  • Holds professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
  • Completed specialized training at top Turkish medical institutions
  • Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques
Doctor's visit Price on request
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Halil Alis

Halil Alis

34 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with over 34 years of experience of experience. He performs gastric band procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

  • International Active Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
  • Extensive research in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery
  • Trained at Istanbul University's School of Medicine
  • Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
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Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital
Jaroslav Tvaruzek

Jaroslav Tvaruzek

5 Excellent11 reviews
36 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Best prostate cancer specialist
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Location: Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici

Over 3,500 robotic surgeries performed – Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical at St. Zdislava Hospital.

  • Heads the Center of Robotic Surgery in the Czech Republic
  • Certified expert for Da Vinci robotic systems
  • Member of the Association of Bariatric Surgery
Doctor's visit Price on request
Private Yüzyıl Hospital
Alpaslan Terzi

Alpaslan Terzi

27 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Society for Quality (Türkiye Kalite Derneği)
Location: Turkey, Izmit

Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Terzi specializes in endocrine surgery and bariatric procedures, including gastric band surgeries.

  • 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
  • Member of the Endocrine Surgery Association
  • Certified in experimental animal and cell culture techniques
  • Attended multiple national congresses on endocrine surgery
Doctor's visit Price on request
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Mete Akin

Mete Akin

25 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Antalya

Dr. Mete Akin specializes in gastroenterology with extensive training and academic roles at Akdeniz University.

  • Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
  • Assistant and Associate Professor roles at Akdeniz University
  • Over 25 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
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Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Aziz Kemal Emek

Aziz Kemal Emek

36 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Antalya

Professor at Akdeniz University with extensive surgical training, specializing in gastric band procedures.

  • Board-certified in general surgery with specialization from Ankara University
  • Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
  • Active member of the National Surgical Association
  • Associated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Doctor's visit Price on request
Atlas University Hospital
Hanifi Onalan

Hanifi Onalan

27 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
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Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specializes in obesity treatment including gastric band surgery at Atlas University Hospital.

  • Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
  • Performs both laparoscopic and open hernia surgeries
  • Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
Doctor's visit Price on request
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci

Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci

27 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci specializes in endocrine and metabolic disorders, including weight management procedures like gastric banding.

  • Completed fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases
  • Award-winning researcher with 42 international publications
  • Over 27 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and endocrinology
  • Member of multiple scientific panels and conferences
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Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Burak Kavlakogluu

Burak Kavlakogluu

34 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Organization for Standardization
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Burak Kavlakogluu specializes in obesity surgery with over 34 years of experience of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

  • Former Chief Physician at Koru Hospital
  • Professor of General Surgery since 2020
  • Head of General Surgery Department at multiple hospitals
  • Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Doctor's visit Price on request
Medical Center in Solingen
Peter Schenker

Peter Schenker

19 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Best doctor for herniated disc treatment
German Cancer Society
Location: Germany, Solingen

Chief Surgeon at the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany – Prof. Schenker leads the Department of Surgery at Academic Hospital Solingen.

  • 19 years of experience specializing in minimally invasive and visceral surgery
  • Pioneered modern techniques in gastrointestinal oncology surgery
  • Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)
  • Lectures at medical universities and conducts workshops for peers
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Medipol Mega University Hospital
Yasar Ozdenkaya

Yasar Ozdenkaya

23 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Patient choice in Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Oncology
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Ozdenkaya specializes in obesity surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital, performing advanced procedures like laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection.

  • Over 23 years of experience of experience in obesity surgery
  • Performs gastric band procedures using the da Vinci robot
  • Expert in mini-gastric bypass and gastric balloon techniques
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Wiener Privatklinik
Anton Luger

Anton Luger

46 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Organization for Standardization
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek
Location: Austria, Vienna

Univ. Prof. Dr. Anton Luger is a leading endocrinologist specializing in diabetes, obesity, and metabolic diseases, with decades of experience at Vienna General Hospital and Medical University of Vienna.

  • Head of the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at Medical University of Vienna
  • Published extensively on diabetes management and hormonal therapies
  • Specialized in internal medicine and endocrinology
  • Senior Consultant at Wiener Privatklinik
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Yigal Volman

Yigal Volman

43 years of experience
Clinic is certified
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek
+6
Location: Israel, Tel Aviv

43 years of experience specializing in obstetrics and gynecology – Dr. Volman combines clinical expertise with academic leadership at Tel Aviv University.

  • Professor of gynecology at Tel Aviv University's faculty of medicine
  • Published 80+ scientific articles in medical journals
  • Authored 11 textbook chapters on gynecological topics
  • Practices at Tel Aviv Sourasky Hospital (Ichilov)
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Intrarat Hospital
Thanakom Sukcharoen

Thanakom Sukcharoen

14 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Thailand, Bangkok

Dr. Sukcharoen is a specialist in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, bringing a holistic approach to health at Intrarat Hospital.

  • Trained in dermatology at Chulabhorn International College of Medicine
  • Board-certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM)
  • Specializes in preventive medicine and sexual health
  • Graduated from Thammasat University with honors
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Bookimed Insights: Top Gastric band Specialists in the World (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 866 requests for Gastric band globally, collaborating with 58 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#113 years of experienceGastric band proceduresSpecializes in bariatric surgery with extensive experience in gastric band procedures. Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.
Turkey
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#246 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric surgery12,000+ laparoscopic procedures performed with Da Vinci robotic assistance. Director of a globally recognized Laparoscopic Center accredited by IFSO.
Spain
from $350
#322 years of experienceLaparoscopic gastric band proceduresTrained in France for advanced bariatric techniques. IFSO member with research published in international journals. Combines robotic precision with patient-focused care.
Turkey
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#423 years of experienceObesity and metabolic surgeryTrained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques. One of Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeons.
Turkey
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#520 years of experienceComplex bariatric revisionsTriple-board certification ensures anatomical expertise for precise gastric band adjustments. Member of multiple international surgical societies with advanced reconstructive training.
Germany
from $80
#637 years of experienceBariatric surgery proceduresFellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery with academic leadership roles. Combines surgical precision with comprehensive digestive system expertise.
Turkey
Price on request
#734 years of experienceGastric band proceduresSpecializes in minimally invasive gastric band surgery with academic leadership roles. Professor at Istanbul Aydın University with multiple advanced degrees.
Turkey
Price on request
#834 years of experienceLaparoscopic gastric band surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic bariatric procedures with extensive research in obesity surgery. Active member of multiple international surgical associations including IFSO and EAES.
Turkey
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#936 years of experienceRobotic-assisted bariatric surgeriesLeading expert in Da Vinci robotic systems with extensive experience in bariatric procedures. Heads a specialized Robotic Surgery Center.
Czech Republic
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#1027 years of experienceBariatric endocrine surgerySpecializes in bariatric procedures with extensive training in endocrine surgery. Member of the Endocrine Surgery Association and published researcher.
Turkey
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