Page 2 - Best Metabolic surgery doctors: TOP 48 doctors

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager is one of the world’s leading obesity surgeons and a former World President of the IFSO. With more than 9,900 procedures performed and over 435 scientific publications, he ranks among the international leaders in bariatric and metabolic surgery. He graduated from the University of Vienna and trained at the Medical University of Vienna, focusing on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques.

He serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, performing advanced procedures for obesity, reflux disease, hernias, and gastrointestinal cancers. His academic contributions include extensive research on metabolic regulation and bariatric surgery outcomes, and he has been a keynote speaker at international conferences.

Dr. Viktor Alexander Krol leads a certified Obesity Treatment Center, specializing in advanced bariatric procedures at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf.

• Chief of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine with extensive experience in metabolic disorders
• Offers surgical and endoscopic treatments for obesity, including specialized programs
• Uses latest diagnostic and therapeutic methods for gastrointestinal and metabolic conditions
• Heads a department with comprehensive care for obesity-related comorbidities

Dr. Arturo Martínez is a general surgeon trained at Centro Médico Nacional de Especialidades “La Raza” (IMSS). The program is recognized by UNAM. He has 20 years of experience in weight-loss surgery. He is board certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He also holds the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery.

He completed postgraduate training in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid. Since 2001, he has been affiliated with the Obesity Control Center (Cyntar). He is an assistant professor at UABC. He is also a conference speaker and a published author. He has taken part in live surgeries at international bariatric congresses.

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

• Over 29 years of experience 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 14 years of experience of specialized experience in metabolic conditions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Published researcher with clinical expertise in diabetes management

Professor Selin Kapan brings extensive expertise in metabolic surgery, with over 31 years of experience specializing in surgical treatments. She leads the General Surgery department at Istanbul Aydın University.

• Authored 50+ publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Specialized in hernia and hepatic hydatid disease
• Member of the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association

10,000+ bariatric and metabolic surgeries performed – Dr. Tali specializes in complex weight loss and diabetes management procedures at Central Hospital.

• 12 years of focused experience in metabolic surgery
• Consults over 1,000 obese and diabetic patients annually
• Member of Turkish Surgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Frequent speaker at international bariatric surgery conferences
• Specializes in innovative techniques like SASI Bypass and SADI-S

Dr. Kilicli specializes in metabolic surgery with over 34 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and metabolic disorders.

• Graduated from Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine for 34 years of experience
• Served at Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Currently practices at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

Dr. Rafał Marszałek is a general, oncologic, and bariatric surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques. He leads the General Surgery Department at the Hospital in Legionowo, affiliated with the Military Medical Institute. He has many years of clinical experience from leading centers in Warsaw and the region.

As department head, he applies current treatment standards and advances modern surgical practice. The unit performs a high volume of procedures each year and provides full perioperative care. His key focus is bariatric surgery. He manages patient qualification, selects tailored laparoscopic methods, and provides postoperative monitoring. The goal is durable weight loss and reduced obesity‑related risk. His work also includes hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, and oncologic procedures.

Performed 200+ gastric reduction surgeries – Dr. Kacar specializes in metabolic surgery at Odin Clinic.

• Over 32 years of experience of experience in general surgery and organ transplantation
• Trained in liver transplantation at Akdeniz University
• Published 50+ international research papers
• Recipient of Young Researcher Award at World Congress of Nephrology

Dr. Rosales has performed over 8,000 gastric sleeve and Lap band procedures – specializing in life-changing metabolic surgery at Christus Muguerza High Specialty Hospital.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopy at a JCI-accredited hospital
• Member of IFSO and ASMBS – leading bariatric surgery organizations
• Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery
• Fluent in English and Spanish for international patients

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgery, performing complex procedures to help patients achieve lasting weight loss at Clinics United in Antalya.

• Accredited bariatric surgeon with extensive experience
• Trained at 19 Mayıs University and Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Participates in international training programs and conferences
• Committed to the latest advancements in obesity surgery

Specialized in scarless metabolic surgery, Professor Burhan Mayir performs single-port sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass procedures.

• Extensive experience in metabolic and bariatric surgery
• Skilled in revisional bariatric surgeries
• Published over 60 articles in national and international journals
• Performed numerous scarless thyroidectomies and other gastrointestinal procedures

Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions – Hasan Erdem specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery at his own clinic in Istanbul.

• 24 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques in France and the USA
• Member of International Federation for Surgery of Obesity
• Performs advanced laparoscopic procedures for weight loss

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

• Over 28 years of experience 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. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive metabolic surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital, focusing on tailored obesity treatments.

• Over 21 years of experience of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Expert in sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass
• Member of IFSO and S.I.C.OB., contributing to international bariatric advancements
• Trained in advanced colorectal and abdominal wall surgery in Italy and Belgium

500+ successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive techniques for GERD at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 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 complex GERD cases with personalized treatment plans

Specializes in metabolic conditions like obesity and diabetes, with a focus on pediatric cases. Works at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Over 27 years of experience in pediatric endocrinology
• Expert in obesity-related metabolic disorders
• Member of European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology
• Holds a PhD in Pediatric Endocrinology

Assoc. Prof. MD. Bercem Aycicek specializes in metabolic diseases and obesity at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• 21 years of experience of experience in endocrinology and metabolic diseases
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Endocrine and Metabolism Society
• Expert in secondary hypertension and hyperlipidemia

Prof. Özgen specializes in pediatric metabolic disorders, bringing over 27 years of experience 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