Weight Loss Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 8

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.

Associate Professor Gokmen Ozturk is a surgical specialist at Vital Clinic who focuses on obesity treatments and gastric bypass procedures.

• Performs sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass for long-term weight management
• Completed specialist surgical training at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Holds an academic position at Medipol University training the next generation of surgeons
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital

The doctor is a highly experienced general surgery specialist with extensive clinical expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery, including stomach botox and gastric balloon applications. The doctor's professional background encompasses a wide range of surgical disciplines, with a focus on thyroid diseases, gallbladder and liver conditions, oncological surgery, breast diseases, and the treatment of anal region disorders.

With a medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and specialized training in general surgery from Mayıs University, the doctor has served in various state and private medical institutions. This clinical experience includes managing emergency services and providing specialized surgical care across multiple hospital settings.

The doctor is a highly experienced surgeon based in Thailand with a specialized clinical focus on hemorrhoid treatment, gastroscopy, and colonoscopy. Additional areas of expertise include the excision of breast masses and the performance of core needle breast biopsies.

The doctor has built an extensive professional background through surgical residencies and clinical appointments at several prominent institutions, including Maharaj Chiang Mai Hospital, Rajavithi Hospital, Thunghuachang Hospital, and Vajira Hospital Bangkok. Through these roles, the doctor has developed a comprehensive skill set in general and specialized surgical procedures.

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who designs tailored nutrition programmes to support weight management and metabolic health.

• Provides personalised nutrition counselling for weight loss and body composition improvement
• Manages clinical diets for diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and thyroid disorders
• Focuses on evidence-based protocols to help patients achieve sustainable lifestyle changes
• Develops specific meal plans for paediatric and adolescent nutrition

Dr Mehdi treats patients at Clinic Wise and is a specialist bariatric surgeon known for life-changing weight loss transformations.

• Performs gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy procedures for sustainable weight loss
• Focuses on revisional surgeries to correct or improve previous weight loss operations
• Offers gastric balloon procedures as a less invasive option for weight management
• Provides tailored treatment plans focused on long-term health success
• Delivers compassionate post-operative care and ongoing lifestyle guidance

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with over two decades of experience in precision microsurgery.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a technique using ultrasound to break up cataracts for easier removal
• Performs premium intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to restore clear vision
• Expert in laser refractive surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages complex retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre with a career spanning over three decades in dermatological care.

• Specialises in surgical interventions for benign and malignant skin tumours
• Treats chronic conditions such as psoriasis and eczema
• Provides non-invasive rejuvenation using fillers and chemical peels
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for vascular and pigmentation disorders

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures. She uses laparoscopic techniques to help patients recover faster with less post-operative discomfort.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for gastrointestinal tract conditions
• Trained at the Haseki Training and Research Hospital 1st Surgical Clinic
• Focuses on gallbladder diseases, hernia repairs, and appendicitis
• Expert in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Provides emergency and trauma surgical interventions

Dr. Ahmet Turkoglu is a general surgeon. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine (1998–2005). He completed his specialty training at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010).

He worked in general surgery as a research assistant at Firat University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010). He then served as a specialist physician at Ercis State Hospital (2011–2012). He later joined Dicle University Faculty of Medicine as an assistant professor (2012–2016) and associate professor (2016–2018).

He worked as an associate professor at Gaziantep Medical Park Hospital (2018–2020), Hospitalpark Darica Hospital (2020–2021), and Private Reyap Istanbul Hospital (2021–2024). Since 2024, he has been a professor at Private Pendik Bolge Hospital.