Best Metabolic surgery doctors: TOP 47 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

Dr. Vahit Mutluu specializes in metabolic surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, bringing years of focused surgical expertise.

• General surgeon with experience at Tokat State Hospital and Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Currently serves as a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Background includes research assistant roles in general surgery

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 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

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 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

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

Dr. Mete Akin specializes in metabolic surgery with over 20 years of medical experience, including advanced training in gastroenterology.

• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
• Assistant and Associate Professor roles at Akdeniz University
• Extensive experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology

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

• PhD from Semmelweis University with focus on metabolic surgery
• Ethicon-sponsored fellowship in bariatric surgery in UK and Belgium
• Member of British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Performs hernia repair and abdominal surgeries with same precision

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

Specializes in obesity treatment with surgical and non-surgical options at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in metabolic surgery
• Performs gastric balloon, botox, and surgical treatments for obesity
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

3,500+ successful metabolic and bariatric surgeries performed by Dr. Prieto – blending academic leadership with hands-on expertise in Guadalajara.

• Board-certified in both General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery
• 21 years of surgical experience with a focus on metabolic outcomes
• Trained dozens of surgical residents as Chief of Bariatric Surgery Unit
• President of the College of General Surgeons of Jalisco
• Published eight peer-reviewed papers on obesity treatment and metabolic surgery

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

Specializes in metabolic surgery with a strong background in treating type I diabetes. Member of the medical staff at Teknon Centre since 2002.

• Experience as an endocrinologist at Dr. Josep Trueta Hospital
• Focused scholarship on diabetes treatment at Ciutat Sanitària i Universitària de Bellvitge
• Lecturer in Endocrinology and Metabolism at the International University of Catalonia

Dr. Asaf Oren specializes in pediatric endocrinology and diabetes, bringing extensive experience from top institutions like The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

• Senior Physician at Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric endocrinology at renowned hospitals
• Clinical instructor at Tel Aviv University
• Lecturer at University of Toronto Medical School

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

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

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