Prof. Dr. Önder SÜRGİT is a General Surgeon in the General Surgery Clinic. Working hours: 09:00–18:00. Core practice areas include laparoscopic surgery, cancer surgery, and bariatric surgery.

Graduated from Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine in 1995. Academic title: Professor. Served as Instructor Surgeon at ITEM (Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center). Held faculty roles at Turgut Özal University and Atılım University, Faculties of Medicine. Also worked at Ankara Medicana Hospital and Optimed Health Group. Foreign language: English.

Dr Yahya Ozel is a key figure in bariatric surgery at Estexper Clinic, having refined his skills at Tokyo University Hospital in Japan. He uses advanced robotic and laparoscopic techniques to help patients achieve weight loss with faster recovery times.

• Specialises in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric balloon placements
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Trained in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery under world-renowned experts in Tokyo
• Serves as an academic faculty member at Dogus University training future surgeons
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce post-operative pain and scarring

Associate Professor Yildirim is a senior general surgeon at Atlas University Hospital with a career spanning over two decades in high-level clinical leadership and surgical research.

• Specialises in surgical interventions for the digestive tract, including gastric and colorectal procedures
• Expertise in gastric cancer surgery and managing response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy
• Former Chief Physician and Deputy Chief Physician with extensive experience in leading surgical clinics
• Active researcher with numerous published studies on surgical outcomes and pathological responses

Professor Oruç has performed over 900 obesity and metabolic surgeries at Medical Park Antalya. He specialises in using laparoscopic techniques that offer patients smaller incisions and shorter recovery times.

• Trained in laparoscopic gastric band surgery in Austria and lower GI surgery in Scotland
• Completed robotic surgery training at Acıbadem University for high-precision procedures
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Former Chief of General Surgery at Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Professor Emek is a leading academic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya who holds a professorship at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Specialises in gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and gastric band procedures
• Performs minimally invasive weight loss treatments including gastric balloon insertion
• Expert in biliopancreatic diversion for managing severe obesity
• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Trained in general surgery at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon with many years of clinical experience. He has a strong academic background. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program). He completed his specialization in General Surgery at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

He has worked in public and private healthcare institutions. He brings this experience to his private practice. His clinical focus includes obesity treatment, breast diseases, abdominal wall hernias, and anorectal disorders. He uses current, safe, and science-based surgical methods within a multidisciplinary care model.

Dr Demiriz is a leading specialist in weight loss surgery at the Dr. MED clinic. He holds membership in the International Federation of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders Surgery (IFSO).

• Treats obesity using laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive keyhole technique for faster healing
• Specialises in metabolic surgery to address weight-related health conditions
• Member of the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery
• Trained in endocrine surgery to manage hormone-related metabolic issues
• Graduate of the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Altinli is a surgery specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital who teaches other doctors how to perform laparoscopic weight loss procedures.

• Focuses on keyhole surgery to reduce scarring and speed up patient recovery times
• Former Director of the Surgery Centre for Oesophageal and Gastric Diseases
• Served as Chief of the General Surgery Clinic at Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty – a top-tier medical school

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu is a weight loss specialist who has served as the Head of General Surgery at multiple major Turkish hospitals.

• Specialises in gastric sleeve and gastric balloon procedures for effective weight management
• Held senior leadership as Chief Physician at Koru Hospital in Ankara
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of the country's top medical schools
• Operates at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, a leading JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul

Associate Professor Ersan Eroglu is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with a prize-winning background in laparoscopic techniques.

• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Specialises in laparoscopic procedures used for weight loss and hernia repair
• Serves as a Lecturer at Istanbul Arel University Faculty of Medicine
• Published 16 scientific articles in national and international journals
• Winner of first prize for Turkey in laparoscopic surgery for neuroendocrine tumours

Dr Burak Kankaya brings international expertise to weight loss surgery, having trained at the Cleveland Clinic – a global leader in metabolic and endocrine surgery.

• Specialises in gastric sleeve and gastric balloon procedures
• PhD holder in General Surgery from Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Completed medical training in Italy at Universita Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association
• Uses evidence-based techniques for minimally invasive weight loss surgery

Dr Dibekoglu is a pioneer of robotic surgery who performed Turkey's first general surgery operation using the Da Vinci robotic system.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass surgery
• Uses minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques to reduce pain and speed up recovery
• Former Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University
• International member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Practises at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on gastrointestinal surgery

The doctor began their medical career in 1998 at Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital, later moving to Gökçeada İaşeli Military Hospital. From 2005 to 2012, they practiced at Okmeydan Clinic and spent 2008-2009 at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. Since 2012, the doctor has been a General Specialist in the surgery of obesity at Medipol Clinic.

The doctor performs advanced procedures such as laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection, stomach resection using the da Vinci robot, gastric balloon, and mini-gastric bypass.

Op. Dr. Şükrü Arslan is a General Surgeon. He received his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2005. He completed his General Surgery residency at Atatürk University between 2006 and 2011. He served as an Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Atatürk University from 2013 to 2017. He also worked with the Atatürk University Organ Transplantation Center.

His practice covers gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, hernia, and abdominal surgery. He focuses on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques and organ transplantation. He has worked in public hospitals and leading private hospitals across the Marmara Region. He has been a General Surgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital since May 2026. He speaks English.

Dr Tepebasi specialises in gastric balloon procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital. This minimally invasive approach helps patients jump-start weight loss without permanent surgery.

• Focuses on reversible weight loss solutions to reduce appetite
• Combines procedures with tailored nutritional coaching for lasting results
• Provides medically supervised care with a multidisciplinary support team
• Includes comprehensive follow-up to help build healthy sleep and energy habits

Professor Ozkan is a senior academic surgeon at Memorial Ankara Hospital who has shaped the next generation of specialists as a Dean of Medicine.

• Specialises in bariatric and abdominal surgeries to help patients manage weight and metabolic health
• Former Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
• Founding Dean of Aksaray University medical school – a testament to his clinical leadership
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions

Professor Muzaffer Al has performed 5,000+ metabolic and bariatric surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He specialises in metabolic surgery to manage Type 2 diabetes alongside weight loss.

• Performs laparoscopic bariatric surgery using keyhole techniques for smaller scars
• Focuses on morbid obesity and metabolic disorders
• Completed laparoscopic training at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses laparoscopic antireflux surgery to treat chronic heartburn and gastric issues

Dr. Servet Tali is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon with more than 12 years of experience. He graduated from Cumhuriyet University Medical School. He has performed over 10,000 bariatric and metabolic surgeries. He consults more than 1,000 patients with obesity and diabetes each year.

He is a member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association. He has contributed to many national and international publications. He is often invited to speak at scientific meetings and international conferences. He is known for innovative methods in bariatric surgery.

Clinical focus: Bariatric/weight-loss (Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Balloon). Metabolic/diabetes surgery (Non-Diverted Ileal Interposition, Transit Bipartition, Diverted Ileal Interposition, Duodenojejunal Bypass, SASI Bypass, SADI-S).

Associate Professor Babek Tabandeh is a weight loss specialist at Medical Park Göztepe who maintains professional membership with the American College of Surgeons.

• Specialises in obesity and metabolic surgery for long-term weight management
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce scarring and speed up recovery
• Serves as a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University School of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Published over 40 medical documents on surgical techniques and outcomes