Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Jaydeep Palep leads a Centre of Excellence for weight loss surgery, where 90% of his diabetic patients have successfully ceased insulin and oral medications.

• Specialises in robotic gastrointestinal surgery – a precise technique that allows for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Trained in Los Angeles for banded bypass and mini gastric bypass procedures
• Performs complex revision surgeries for patients with previously failed or complicated weight loss outcomes
• Utilises the sleeve gastrectomy with duodeno-jejunal bypass to help resolve type II diabetes
• Completed advanced surgical training in robotic techniques at a specialist clinic in Italy

Associate Professor Ali Durmus is ranked among the top 10 general surgeons in Turkey and was a pioneer in developing laparoscopic weight-loss surgery nationally.

• Performed 1,100+ successful treatments across his career focus in bariatric care
• Specialises in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques
• Former training officer who mentored dozens of surgeons in gastrointestinal and stomach procedures
• Faculty member at Nisantasi University with a background in English-taught medical education

Professor Abdukadir Bedirli is a heavyweight in metabolic health, having successfully treated over 1,500 patients using robotic surgery for obesity and gastric conditions.

• Specialises in bariatric redo surgery for patients needing corrective or follow-up weight loss procedures
• Awarded Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) for high clinical standards
• Uses robotic-assisted techniques to ensure smaller incisions and a faster return to daily life
• Trained in advanced bariatric and laparoscopic methods across France, Belgium, and South Korea

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

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

Professor Ali Solmaz is a leading authority in weight loss surgery, serving on the editorial board for Advances in Weight Loss Management and Medical Devices.

• Specialises in bariatric and metabolic surgery at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Holds membership in the National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Expertise in keyhole surgery techniques for faster recovery and smaller scars

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

Associate Professor Gokmen Ozturk leads the general surgery team at Vital Clinic, specialising in metabolic and bariatric procedures for obesity management.

• Performs gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries to help patients achieve significant weight loss
• Trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a major centre for surgical residency
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions, including stomach diseases and oesophageal narrowing
• Served as Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital
• Holds the title of Associate Professor at Medipol University, educating future surgeons

Awarded 'Best Obesity Surgeon of the Year' in 2020, Ugur Yasar is a highly decorated general surgery specialist at CatchLife clinic.

• Recognised as the most successful general surgeon of the year at the 2019 Turkey East Awards
• Member of the Association of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Society
• Specialises in metabolic surgical procedures and laparoscopic weight loss surgery
• Trained in gastrointestinal healing and nutritional support during the perioperative period

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 Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, specialising in weight loss through 3D-assisted laparoscopic techniques.

• Performs laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy using 3D imaging for higher precision during surgery
• Uses endoscopic gastric Botox injections – a non-surgical option to help reduce appetite
• Researches clinical outcomes for obesity treatments to improve patient success rates
• Awarded a European Hernia Society certificate for advanced laparoscopic techniques in Dubai
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association since 2014