Best Obesity Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Associate Professor Burcin Batman has performed over 1,100 obesity and metabolic procedures with a remarkably low 0.1% complication rate.

• Specialises in gastric sleeve surgery and endoscopic gastric balloon applications
• Appointed as Associate Professor at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on metabolic surgery to treat weight-related health issues
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Provides ongoing postoperative support with direct patient contact

Associate Professor Vahit Mutlu has performed over 1,100 surgical treatments, specialising in metabolic and weight-loss procedures at Istanbul's JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Performs sleeve gastrectomy, a procedure that reduces stomach size to limit food intake and hunger hormones
• Expert in gastric balloon insertions, providing non-surgical weight-loss options for those not ready for surgery
• Senior surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which meets rigorous international standards for patient safety and care
• Served as a Research Assistant at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Kaplan Baha Temizgonul has performed 1,100 bariatric procedures and is a graduate of Pamukkale University – the birthplace of sleeve gastrectomy in Turkey.

• Specialises in advanced laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Provides daily bedside visits to patients during their recovery in Istanbul
• Extensive experience in long-term care with some patient follow-ups reaching 17 years
• Trained at Bakirkoy Sadi Konuk, a high-volume surgical research and training centre

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Professor Cemalettin Aydin is a senior specialist in gastroenterology surgery who leads obesity interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery to reduce stomach size with minimal scarring
• Performs gastric bypass procedures for patients requiring significant weight loss and metabolic control
• Completed a high-level fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at Turkiye High Specialisation Hospital
• Serves as a Professor of General Surgery, contributing to surgical education and clinical research

Professor Dr Samet Yardımcı is a standout in metabolic surgery, famously becoming Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon after topping the national subspecialty entrance exams.

• Performed 900+ procedures focusing on laparoscopic obesity and metabolic surgery
• Trained in surgical oncology and organ transplant at MD Anderson in the USA
• Specialises in gastric balloon and minimally invasive weight loss techniques
• Former faculty at Marmara University specialising in inflammatory bowel and digestive surgery

Professor Mehmet Guler is a leading figure in bariatric surgery at Medical Park Antalya, having performed over 900 successful procedures.

• Specialises in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery using keyhole techniques for faster recovery
• Holds a professorship at Istanbul Aydin University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Active member of the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgery
• Recognised by the Association of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery for expertise in obesity care
• Board-certified by the Turkish Board of Surgical Competence

Assistant Professor Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu specialises in metabolic and bariatric surgery, having completed advanced surgical training in France to master weight-loss procedures.

• Performs robotic-assisted surgery which uses smaller incisions for less pain and faster healing
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Uses advanced laparoscopic techniques for gastric sleeve and bypass procedures
• Published research in peer-reviewed journals on gastrointestinal and bariatric outcomes
• Treats patients at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals using evidence-based surgical protocols

Professor Halil Alis is an internationally recognised surgical expert who has published extensively on bariatric and metabolic surgery outcomes.

• Specialises in laparoscopic weight loss surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• International member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Active member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons
• Expert in gastrointestinal endoscopy for precise internal diagnostic assessments
• Trained at the Istanbul School of Medicine in general surgical specialisations

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Assistant Professor Gokhan Yilmaz leads metabolic and weight loss surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialises in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy procedures for weight management
• Trains future surgeons as a faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University
• Completed doctoral training at the Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on obesity treatments including surgical interventions and long-term metabolic health
• Holds a Master degree from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine