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Best Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) doctors: TOP 98 doctors

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Burcin Batman

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.6 Excellent 218 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Over 1,000 gastric sleeve surgeries in 19 years of experience – Dr. Batman specializes in obesity and metabolic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Associate Professor with academic training at Istinye University
    • Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
    • Performs endoscopic gastric balloon applications alongside metabolic surgeries
    • Specializes in complex obesity cases requiring multidisciplinary care
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent 441 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed at Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques.

    • 46 years of experience focused on advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery
    • Director of the Laparoscopic Center at Centro Médico Teknon
    • IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic surgery
    • Developed training programs for surgeons worldwide
    • Specializes in gastric sleeve, bypass, and complex digestive procedures
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Vahit Mutluu

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.5 Good 51 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • Performs gastric sleeve surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, a leading facility for bariatric procedures.

    • 13 years of experience of surgical experience, with a focus on general surgery
    • Previously worked as a general surgeon at Tokat State Hospital and as a research assistant in general surgery
    • Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul
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$3,500 - $3,500
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 5 Excellent 15 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
  • Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including gastric sleeve procedures, at Lotus Bariatrics Clinic. His training includes high-volume centers in Turkey.

    • Performed bariatric surgeries since residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
    • Graduated from Pamukkale University – a leading center for sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey
    • Several published articles in medical literature
    • Experienced in complex cases including war surgery laparoscopy
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$3,930 - $4,500
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Abdulcabbar Kartal

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.6 Excellent 517 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • 650+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.

    Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

    Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.

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$6,000 - $6,700
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Marco Sariñana

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.2 Good 34 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexicali, Hospital de la Familia
  • Performed over 2,000 weight loss surgeries – Dr. Sariñana specializes in combining bariatric and cosmetic procedures for comprehensive patient transformation.

    • 18 years of experience of experience in weight loss surgery
    • Trained in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric techniques
    • Fellowship in gastric banding and gastric balloon procedures
    • Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
    • Master's Certification in Cosmetic & Aesthetic Surgery
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20 top ranked Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Enrique Pliego Esquivel

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Mexico, Cancún, Dr. Enrique Pliego Private Practice
  • One of few bariatric surgeons in Mexico certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Dr. Pliego specializes in advanced surgical solutions for obesity and related conditions.

    • Over 10 years of experience of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
    • Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
    • Focuses on personalized care for each patient
    • Treats obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension
    • Manages complications from bariatric surgery with tailored solutions
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$5,980 - $7,000
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Mehmet Guler

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Prof. Mehmet Guler brings extensive academic and surgical expertise to gastric sleeve surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Over 34 years of experience of experience in general surgery
    • Academic background includes professorship at Istanbul Aydın University
    • Trained at prestigious institutions including Hacettepe and Başkent Universities
    • Specialized in minimally invasive surgical techniques
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$3,000 - $3,000
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Antanas Mickevicius

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.7 Excellent 142 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Lithuania, Vilnius, Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
  • Dr. Mickevicius trains other surgeons in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, working at both Lithuanian University of Health Sciences and Royal Stoke University Hospital.

    • Lead bariatric and upper GI surgeon with expertise in gastric bypass and sleeve procedures
    • Member of Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
    • Trained in Sweden and UK's top bariatric centers
    • Performs surgeries with Karl Storz laparoscopic equipment
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Cemal Kara

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Assoc.Prof.Dr.Cemal Kara / Medical Park İzmir Hospital
  • Inventor of a patented laparoscopic surgical instrument, Dr. Cemal Kara has performed 6,200+ treatments specializing in weight-loss surgeries.

    • 28 years of experience of surgical experience
    • Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
    • Member of multiple professional surgical organizations
    • Performs cosmetic and weight-loss procedures
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$4,719.56 - $4,719.56
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Cemalettin Aydin

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Over 37 years of experience practicing general surgery – Prof. Cemalettin Aydin specializes in gastric sleeve procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

    • Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
    • Associate Professor and later Professor at Inonu University
    • Performs weight loss surgeries including sleeve gastrectomy
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$4,000 - $5,500
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Samet Yardimci

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • New
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Professor Dr. Samet Yardımcı Clinic
  • Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, with training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann hospitals.

    • Board-certified gastroenterology surgeon since 2012
    • Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School
    • Expert in advanced laparoscopic techniques
    • Active in organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery
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$3,880 - $5,000
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Walid Eljabu

  • New
  • 20 years of experience
  • Germany, Hamburg, Esthétique du Nord
  • Board-certified in Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Trauma Surgery – Dr. Eljabu combines precision with extensive anatomical expertise at Esthétique du Nord.

    • Specializes in body contouring procedures including gastric sleeve surgery
    • Trained in the UK and Germany with additional aesthetic training in Sweden and Turkey
    • Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and Rhinoplasty Society of Europe
    • CEO and Head Surgeon at Esthétique du Nord in Hamburg
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Halil Alis

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.9 Excellent 54 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Prof. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in gastric sleeve procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Over 34 years of experience of surgical experience
    • Member of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
    • Published extensively on gastrointestinal surgery
    • Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious medical school
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Mete Akin

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Expert in metabolic and digestive health – Dr. Akin specializes in gastrointestinal procedures like sleeve gastrectomy at Medical Park Antalya.

    • 25 years of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
    • Trained in advanced gastroenterology techniques
    • Former faculty member at Akdeniz University's Gastroenterology Division
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$3,000 - $3,000
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Abdelkhalek

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • New
  • 16 years of experience
  • 1300+ treatments performed
  • Egypt, Alexandria, Dr. Islam Abdelkhalek's Clinic
  • World-renowned for expertise in obesity surgery – Dr. Abdelkhalek specializes in laparoscopic weight loss procedures.

    • Medical Doctorate in surgery with focus on minimally invasive techniques
    • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England
    • Instructor at Alexandria Endoscopic Association (ALEXEA)
    • Reviewer for international journals like Obesity Surgery
    • Recipient of Whatclinic service award 2023 & 2024
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Halil Alis

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Halil Alis specializes in bariatric surgery with extensive laparoscopic experience, including sleeve gastrectomy procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

    • Over 34 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
    • Trained in robotic surgery and laparoscopic techniques internationally
    • Published 74 papers in SCI and SCI-e journals
    • Active member of IFSO and SAGES
    • Medical Director with teaching roles in surgical training
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Mehmet Tahir Oruç

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Professor Mehmet Tahir Oruç specializes in bariatric surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with over 37 years of experience of surgical experience.

    • Completed laparoscopic gastric band training in Austria
    • Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh for hepatobiliary surgery
    • Held chief positions at multiple Turkish surgical clinics
    • Professor at Istinye University's Department of General Surgery
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$3,000 - $3,000
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Aziz Kemal Emek

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings academic rigor to gastric sleeve surgery, with a professorship from Akdeniz University.

    • Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
    • Holds memberships in key Turkish medical associations
    • Associated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
    • Active in transplantation and surgical organizations
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$3,000 - $3,000
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Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu

  • Leading doctor for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • 4.3 Good 4 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specializes in bariatric surgery with over 22 years of experience of experience, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

    • Trained in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul
    • Member of IFSO – the leading global bariatric surgery association
    • Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
    • Performs gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries alongside weight loss procedures
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$4,900 - $5,250
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Bookimed Insights: Top Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Specialists in the World (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 3666 requests for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) globally, collaborating with 98 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
#119 years of experienceComplex obesity casesPerforms high-volume sleeve gastrectomies with laparoscopic precision. Academic leader who trained future surgeons at Istinye University.
Turkey
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#246 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric surgeryIFSO-recognized Center of Excellence director with robotic-assisted surgery expertise. Performed 12,000+ laparoscopic procedures, including gastric sleeves. Trains surgeons globally.
Spain
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#313 years of experienceGastric sleeve surgeryExperienced in bariatric procedures at a top-tier hospital. Combines surgical expertise with research background in general surgery.
Turkey
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#421 years of experienceAdvanced laparoscopic bariatric surgeryTrained at Turkey's highest volume laparoscopic center – handles complex bariatric cases. Published researcher with war surgery experience.
Turkey
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#518 years of experienceCombined weight loss & cosmetic transformationSpecializes in transformative 'Complete Makeover' approach – combining bariatric surgery with cosmetic enhancements. Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques and gastric procedures.
Mexico
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#610 years of experienceObesity-related conditionsASMBS-certified bariatric surgeon with a focus on personalized care for obesity and related metabolic conditions. Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery.
Mexico
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#734 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric proceduresAcademic leader in general surgery with professorship at Istanbul Aydın University. Trained at Turkey's top medical schools for comprehensive bariatric expertise.
Turkey
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#822 years of experienceLaparoscopic bariatric proceduresTrains other bariatric surgeons – combines Lithuanian and UK practice standards. IFSO & European Society of Surgical member.
Lithuania
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#928 years of experienceWeight-loss surgeriesInvented a laparoscopic surgical tool, enhancing minimally invasive techniques. Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association with multiple awards.
Turkey
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#1037 years of experienceGastric sleeve surgeryFellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery with academic expertise – combines clinical practice with research-driven approaches for optimal outcomes.
Turkey
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