Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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 Cemal Kara is a pioneering surgeon who holds a patent for a laparoscopic instrument used in keyhole procedures.

• Performed over 6,200 successful operations throughout his career
• Specialises in laparoscopic weight-loss surgery for faster healing and minimal scarring
• Holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association
• Active member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association
• Trained at Karadeniz Technical University, a leading Turkish medical institution

Associate Professor Serdar Kacar is a highly published surgical specialist who established the Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital. He has successfully performed more than 200 gastric reduction operations.

• Specialises in laparoscopic gastric reduction – keyhole surgery for smaller scars and faster recovery
• Held the title of Associate Professor in General Surgery since 2005
• Authored 12 book sections and published over 50 international scientific papers
• Completed specialist training at the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Recognised with multiple awards for surgical innovation and clinical research

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

Dr. Taha Somnez is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Surprise Experts Clinic in Istanbul. He is recognized as the Best Male Plastic Surgeon in Turkey. Dr. Somnez specializes in rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and body shaping. He holds prestigious EBOPRAS certification, a standard of excellence in European plastic surgery.

• Specializes in stem cell rejuvenation therapy and complex tissue transplants.
• Performs diverse procedures including liposuction, tummy tucks, and otoplasty.
• Maintains membership in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Works at a multi-specialty clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Doctor Nadir Adnan Hacim is a specialist in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, focusing on weight loss procedures at the accredited Erdem Hospital.

• Performs tube stomach surgery and gastric bypass using laparoscopic techniques for smaller incisions and reduced scarring
• Offers non-surgical weight loss options including traditional and swallowable gastric balloons
• Experienced in laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery to treat chronic heartburn and digestive issues
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Doctor Rafail Ibayev focuses on laparoscopic weight loss surgery at Erdem Hospital, prioritising minimally invasive techniques to help patients recover faster.

• Performs sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass to manage obesity disorders
• Specialises in laparoscopic procedures using small incisions for less post-op pain
• Manages placement and removal of gastric balloons for non-surgical weight loss
• Expertise in antireflux procedures for patients with obesity-related stomach issues
• Conducted specialist training in endocrine and stomach surgery at major Turkish hospitals

Dr Osman Aktas is an expert in metabolic surgery at Avicenna International Hospital, where he performs keyhole procedures for long-term weight loss and diabetes management.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery, using tiny incisions to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Trained in Germany to master minimally invasive techniques for complex abdominal procedures
• Performs gastric and intestinal surgeries to address metabolic conditions and gastrointestinal health
• Former Chief Physician and head of surgery departments at several major medical institutions

Professor Mehmet Recep Tepebasi provides a patient-friendly start to weight loss at Private Yüzyıl Hospital using non-surgical gastric balloons.

• Specialises in minimally invasive gastric balloon procedures to help patients lose weight without major surgery
• Uses a multidisciplinary team approach including nutritional coaching and emotional support
• Focuses on reversible weight loss options for patients who find dieting alone difficult
• Combines medical procedures with tailored diet plans to help reach visible results quickly
• Provides supervised follow-up care to ensure patients build lasting healthy habits

Professor Alpaslan Terzi is a senior general surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital with extensive academic and clinical expertise in surgical weight loss.

• Holds the highest academic rank of Professor in General Surgery
• A member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's premier medical faculties
• Specialises in surgical endocrine and metabolic health management
• Regularly attends national surgical congresses to stay updated on patient-care protocols

Associate Professor Hasan Erdem is a leading bariatric specialist who focuses solely on surgical weight loss solutions at his dedicated Istanbul clinic.

• Performed a high volume of laparoscopic procedures at major Turkish training hospitals
• Completed a Masterclass in morbid obesity surgery in France
• Trained in advanced bariatric techniques at the US-based Baltimore medical precinct
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Specialises in keyhole surgery for weight loss to ensure quicker patient recovery

Dr Preeti Yadav leads Konarc Aesthetics with a focus on surgical and non-surgical weight loss and body sculpting. She specialises in comprehensive aesthetic transformations for patients seeking to refine their shape.

• Performs liposuction for targeted fat removal from the tummy, waist, and thighs
• Offers non-surgical weight loss procedures for patients avoiding invasive surgery
• Specialises in waist sculpting and tummy contouring to improve body proportions
• Provides empathetic care tailored specifically to female body image concerns
• Uses sustainable clinical solutions for post-childbirth body recovery

Professor Burhan Mayir specialises in scarless sleeve gastrectomy – a single-port technique that leaves no visible marks after weight loss surgery.

• Performs gastric bypass and revisional bariatric surgery for patients requiring follow-up care
• Expert in gastro-oesophageal reflux surgery to manage chronic heartburn after weight loss
• Published over 60 articles on surgical techniques in international medical journals
• Regular speaker at global bariatric congresses regarding metabolic surgery outcomes

Dr Erdem Can Yardimci is an accredited metabolic and bariatric surgeon who previously served at the organ transplant clinic of Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in metabolic and bariatric surgery for patients with obesity and weight-related health issues
• Trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital, a major government specialist centre
• Performs bariatric revisions and complex weight-loss procedures at Clinics United
• Participates in international surgical programmes to use the most recent clinical protocols
• Expertise includes weight-loss surgery combined with metabolic syndrome management