Best Stomach Stapling Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr Vahit Mutluu is a specialist General Surgeon at Memorial Atasehir Hospital, one of Istanbul's most reputable medical centres.

• Completed intensive surgical training at Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes complex stomach stapling and bariatric surgical interventions
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited hospital known for international patient care
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to support faster patient recovery
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association for general surgery excellence

The doctor is highly experienced in advanced laparoscopic surgery, having performed a vast number of procedures. Specializing in bariatric surgery, the doctor has been practicing independently since 2015 and gained significant experience in war surgery and advanced laparoscopy between 2014-2015. The doctor completed residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, a leading center for laparoscopic surgery, from 2009 to 2014. A graduate of Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine, the doctor has contributed several articles to medical literature.

Professor Samet Yardimci is a high-achieving specialist who ranked first in Turkey's national surgical subspecialty exam before focusing on digestive system surgery.

• Holds specialised certification in gastroenterology surgery – the highest level of training for stomach procedures
• Completed metabolic and cancer surgery training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA
• Performs advanced laparoscopic procedures for obesity and metabolic disorders
• Former Associate Professor at Marmara University where he trained future surgeons in digestive health
• Expert in inflammatory bowel disease surgery and complex gastrointestinal conditions

Professor Burak Kavlakogluu is a senior surgical expert who has led general surgery departments at major Turkish education and research hospitals.

• Holds the rank of Professor, the highest academic title in Turkish medicine
• Former Head of General Surgery at Elazig Education and Research Hospital
• Served as Chief Physician at multiple institutions, including Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital
• Specialises in obesity surgery and complex gastrointestinal procedures at Memorial Bahcelievler
• Trained at Ankara University, one of the region's most prestigious medical faculties

Professor Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu is a senior general surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with over two decades of experience in complex abdominal procedures.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Specialises in endocrine surgery and metabolic disorders
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital group
• Focuses on bariatric techniques for long-term weight management

Associate Professor Ali Durmus is a pioneer of laparoscopic stomach surgery in Turkey with over two decades of high-level surgical experience.

• Performed thousands of successful sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass procedures
• Former Training Officer at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital specialising in gastroenterology
• Helped develop and refine keyhole stomach stapling techniques nationally
• Appointed as Assistant Chief Physician to the Oncology department during his tenure
• Current faculty member at Nisantasi University training the next generation of surgeons

Dr Akyol delivers metabolic surgery at A-plus hospitals, focusing on high-tech solutions for weight loss procedures.

• Specialises in personalised treatment plans tailored to specific patient metabolic needs
• Uses advanced surgical equipment at fully equipped medical facilities
• Collaborates with an experienced clinical team to manage the recovery process
• Focuses on obesity surgery outcomes through high-standard hospital protocols

The doctor completed medical education at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 2005, specializing as a General Surgeon. The doctor has gained extensive experience and expertise in the field of general surgery, contributing significantly to the clinic's success and patient care.

Dr Cenan Oktay pioneered the use of Valtrac rings for gastrointestinal surgery in Turkey after completing specialised microsurgery training at Würtzburg University in Germany.

• Specialised in surgical gastroenterology endoscopy through Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Invested four months into advanced liver and biliary tract surgery research
• Graduated third in his class from the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed a surgical internship at Heidelberg University under Professor Herfarth
• Focuses on key techniques for safe and effective bowel connections

The doctor graduated from Bursa Uludag University Faculty of Medicine in 1994 and completed assistantship training at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital. From 2000 to 2006, the doctor served as a General Surgery Specialist and Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital. Since 2006, the doctor has been associated with Medipol University and Nisa Hospital, contributing over 25 years of expertise.

The doctor specializes in treating a variety of conditions, including bowel cancers, breast cancer, liver metastasis, colorectal cancer, and thyroid diseases, among others.

Op Dr Necdet Derici is a specialist general surgeon who completed intensive international training in laparoscopic gastric bypass with leading experts in Belgium and France.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Specialises in laparoscopic obesity surgery and complex gastric revisions
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for stomach stapling and bypass procedures
• Expertise in gastrointestinal surgery from Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Fluent in English and French to support international patients

The doctor is a Cardiovascular surgeon with over 12 years of experience, having worked in multiple renowned medical institutions.

Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and completed postgraduate training at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital.

Specializes in adult open heart surgery, peripheral arterial system surgery, varicose veins surgery, endovascular procedures, minimally invasive coronary bypass, heart valve surgery, and interventional and surgical treatments of vascular diseases.

Has numerous national and international publications and has been invited as a guest speaker at scientific meetings and conferences worldwide.