Best Metabolic Surgery Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor completed medical studies at Fırat University and specialized at Istanbul University. He served at Muş Bulanık State Hospital before joining Liv Hospital Ulus. With a focus on Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, he has participated in over 1000 cases over six years. His expertise extends to Colorectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, and Laparoscopic procedures, including hernias and anal region diseases. As a founding faculty member of Istinye University's General Surgery Department, he provided lectures from 2016 to 2020, earning the title of Associate Professor.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a skilled general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul with over 12 years of clinical and academic experience. His expertise covers bariatric, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological surgeries. Dr. Mutlu has authored numerous scientific publications and actively contributes to medical research and education.

Professor Yardimci is a high-achieving specialist who ranked first in Turkey's national subspecialty exam for gastroenterological surgery.

• Heads his own dedicated clinic for metabolic and obesity surgery in Istanbul
• Completed advanced surgical training at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in Houston
• Specialises in complex digestive system procedures using advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Former Associate Professor at Marmara University training the next generation of surgeons
• Expert in gastroenterology surgery focusing on the entire digestive tract

Professor Mehmet Guler is a leading metabolic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex and holds a professorship from Istanbul Aydın University.

• Holds a Master of Health Law from Akdeniz University
• Specialises in surgical solutions for metabolic disorders and weight management
• Awarded Associate Professorship by the Interuniversity Council in 2018
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Achieved a separate degree in Public Administration for healthcare management

Education and Specialization

• 1995 – 2001: Bachelor's Degree, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2001 – 2007: Medical Specialization, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2008 – 2011: Subspecialty, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey

Professional Experience

• 2001 – 2007: Research Assistant, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2007 – 2008: Internal Medicine Specialist, Konya Bozkır State Hospital
• 2008 – 2011: Research Assistant, Department of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 – 2013: Gastroenterology Specialist, Burdur State Hospital
• 2013 – 2019: Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2019 – 2022: Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine

Professor Alpaslan Terzi is a senior general surgeon who has reached the highest academic rank of Professor at Zirve University. He currently performs metabolic procedures at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Holds a Doctorate in General Surgery from İnönü University
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association and Endocrine Surgery Association
• Specialises in surgical endocrinology and hormonal health management
• Completed specialised postgraduate training in medical-surgical endocrinology
• Previously served as a Lecturer at Harran University Faculty of Medicine

Education and Specialization

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association

Professor Yahya Ozel holds international training from Tokyo University Hospital, focusing on some of the most complex abdominal and hepatobiliary surgical techniques.

• Specialises in bariatric and metabolic surgery using advanced laparoscopic and robotic methods
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate for high-level surgical expertise
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University training the next generation of specialists
• Expert in surgical endoscopy and minimally invasive obesity treatments
• Recognised for managing both surgical weight loss and complex endocrine conditions

Dr Hanifi Onalan holds specialist certification in videoendoscopy and treats complex digestive issues at Atlas University Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic metabolic and obesity surgery including gastric balloon and surgical interventions
• Performs endoscopic diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Trained at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of the region's elite medical institutions
• Certified in advanced videoendoscopy applications from the Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu is a senior surgical expert who has led general surgery departments and served as Chief Physician across major Turkish hospitals.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Bahçesehir International University
• Former Head of General Surgery at Elazig Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in obesity and metabolic surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
• Extensive background in emergency, trauma, and surgical oncology
• Completed specialist surgical training at Istanbul Lütfi Kirdar Hospital

Professor Servet Tali has performed more than 10,000 successful bariatric and metabolic surgeries and consults with over 1,000 patients every year.

• Specialises in transit bipartition and ileal interposition for diabetes management
• Performs SASI and SADI-S bypass procedures for complex metabolic needs
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Regularly speaks at international scientific conferences on innovative obesity treatments
• Contributes to clinical research published in global medical journals

Dr. Hakan Duger is a specialist in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases. He has worked at Gaziantep Özel Defa Life Hospital since 2023. He previously served at Kilis Prof. Dr. Alaeddin Yavaşca State Hospital from 2021 to 2023.

Education and training: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2006–2012). Internal Medicine residency at Uludağ University (2012–2017). Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital (2017–2018) and Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2018–2021). He also served as an Internal Medicine specialist at Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif İnan Training and Research Hospital (2017–2019).

Professional memberships: Turkish Medical Association. Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Turkish Diabetes Association. Clinical Endocrinology and Diabetes Association.

Education and Specialization

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine (English) – Hacettepe University, 1997
• Master’s Degree – Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, 2004
• Ph.D. / Proficiency / Medical Specialization – Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, 2007

Experience

• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine 1998/2004
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine  2004/2007
• Urfa Training and Research Hospital 2008/2009
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology  2010/2011
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology 2011/2013
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology 2013/2017
• Medical Park Antalya Hospital, Gastroenterology Department and Organ Transplant Center

Education and Experience

• 1992 - 1998, Gaziantep University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2002 – 2015, Cumhuriyet University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine
• 2015 – 2024, Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital
• 2024 – Present, Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior general surgeon and academic at Istinye University Liv Hospital with specialised expertise in gastrointestinal surgery. She holds dual qualifications in medicine and health institutions management, ensuring a highly organised and evidence-based approach to metabolic care.

• Performed extensive research into laparoscopic techniques for complex digestive system disorders
• Member of the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association, focussing on metabolic and upper GI health
• Serves as Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydin University
• Author of over 50 scientific publications in international peer-reviewed medical journals
• Experienced in metabolic surgery within JCI-accredited hospital environments

Associate Professor Serdar Kacar is a highly decorated surgeon who has pioneered complex transplant and metabolic procedures in Turkey. He established the specialised Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital and has successfully performed hundreds of gastric reduction operations.

• Awarded for performing the first small intestine transplant in Turkey
• Published over 50 international scientific papers on advanced surgical techniques
• Recognised with the Young Researcher Award at the World Congress of Nephrology
• Author and editor of multiple medical textbooks on specialised surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic donor nephrectomy and minimally invasive techniques

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, and gained extensive experience in general surgery as an assistant doctor at Bezmialem Vakıf Gureba Hospital and as a specialist at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital and Elbistan State Hospital. From 2011 to 2016, the doctor served as chief assistant in General Surgery at the Training and Research Hospital of Istanbul. In 2016, the doctor established a private clinic in Istanbul focusing on obesity. The doctor became an Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions in 2018.

The doctor is a member of several professional organizations, including the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, and has completed numerous specialized courses in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery.

Dr Erdem Can Yardimci is an accredited metabolic and bariatric specialist who performs complex weight-loss procedures at the Clinics United centre in Antalya.

• Completed specialist surgical training at the Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Gained high-level expertise at Istinye University Bahcesehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Focuses on bariatric techniques that address metabolic disorders and obesity
• Participates in international training programmes to use the latest surgical methods
• Holds a medical degree from the prestigious 19 Mayis University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Burhan Mayir is a surgical leader who specialises in scarless bariatric procedures at his dedicated clinic in Antalya.

• Performs single-port sleeve gastrectomy leaving no visible abdominal scars
• Expert in complex revisional bariatric surgery and gastric bypass
• Published over 60 articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals
• Specialises in gastro-oesophageal reflux and laparoscopic cancer surgery
• Frequent speaker at global surgical congresses on metabolic techniques