Obesity Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 3

Associate Professor Gokmen Ozturk leads the general surgery team at Vital Clinic, specialising in metabolic and bariatric procedures for obesity management.

• Performs gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries to help patients achieve significant weight loss
• Trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a major centre for surgical residency
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions, including stomach diseases and oesophageal narrowing
• Served as Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital
• Holds the title of Associate Professor at Medipol University, educating future surgeons

The doctor is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Specializes in complex coronary interventions and has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. Graduated from a top medical school and completed a fellowship in cardiology at a renowned institution. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious cardiology societies and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Recognized for contributions to advancing cardiac care and implementing innovative treatment protocols.

Dr. Mehdi D is a general surgeon at Clinic Wise in Istanbul. He specializes in bariatric surgery for patients seeking sustainable weight loss. He treats obesity through various surgical interventions. Dr. Mehdi works at an ISAPS-member clinic that treats over 400 international patients annually.

• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.
• Expertise Includes endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and gastric balloon procedures.
• Focuses on revisional surgeries and long-term patient lifestyle support.
• Surgery is performed at a clinic authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Dr. Emin Ersoy is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He has over 12 years of experience in heart and vascular surgery. He specializes in adult open heart surgery and minimally invasive coronary bypass. Dr. Ersoy also performs endovascular procedures and heart valve surgery. He works at JCI-accredited Medistate Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients every year.

• Expert in peripheral arterial system surgery and varicose vein treatments.
• Treats complex vascular diseases using interventional and surgical methods.
• Speaks at international scientific meetings and conferences on coronary artery disease.
• Trained at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital.

Professor Mekhmet Gencturk specialises in both surgical and non-surgical obesity treatments at the Dr. HE Clinic.

• Performs gastric sleeve and bypass surgery for metabolic disorders
• Offers gastric botox – injections that slow digestion to help manage hunger
• Uses gastric balloons as a non-permanent weight loss solution
• Specialises in endoscopic procedures for faster recovery and no scarring
• Experienced in gastroscopy for detailed stomach assessments

Professor Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a specialist general surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital with dual national board certifications for his outstanding surgical performance.

• Specialises in obesity and metabolic surgery to treat weight-related conditions
• Performs endoscopic procedures for non-surgical diagnosis and internal treatments
• Member of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Association focusing on smaller incisions
• Expert in stomach and colorectal surgery for complex abdominal cases
• Recognised with two national board awards for clinical excellence

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Cenan Oktay is a general surgeon at Asyaesthetic Clinic in Istanbul. He is the first doctor in Turkey to use Valtrac rings for gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Oktay specialises in weight loss procedures like gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. He practices at a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

• Completed surgical training at Heidelberg University in Germany.
• Certified in surgical gastroenterology endoscopy by Istanbul Medical Faculty.
• Uses endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and gastric botox for obesity treatment.
• Practices at a clinic holding the Turkish Medical Association accreditation.

Dr. Azer Zeynalov is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Surprise Experts Clinic in Istanbul. He completed his residency at Bezmialem Foundation University. Dr. Zeynalov treats both local and international patients seeking aesthetic improvements. He works at a TMA-accredited facility that serves 5,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).
• Performs body contouring procedures including liposuction and abdominoplasty.
• Expertise includes reconstructive techniques like hand surgery and otoplasty.
• Treats patients from Europe, the USA, and Canada at a multi-specialty center.

Dr. M Altan Kaya has performed hundreds of complex surgeries at Risus Clinic Istanbul. He is an expert in laparoscopic gastric bypass and gastric sleeve procedures. Dr. Kaya completed training in minimally invasive surgery in Germany and France. He holds membership in the European Society of Oncological Surgeons.

• Specials in bariatric surgery, breast cancer treatment, and hemorrhoidectomy.
• Completed training at the Ethicon Surgical Center in Hamburg.
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and Society for Colorectal Tumor Surgery.
• Works at GHA-accredited Risus Clinic, which serves patients from Europe and the USA.

Op Dr Necdet Derici collaborated with global leaders in Belgium and France to master laparoscopic gastric bypass and complex revision techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic obesity surgery using minimally invasive small incisions
• Performs gastric bypass, gastric balloon and revision procedures for weight loss
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Belongs to the Turkish Bariatric Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery Associations