Best Post-bariatric Plastic Surgery Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Seker gained exceptional high-precision experience working on pioneering transplant teams at Akdeniz University Hospital, a leading centre for advanced surgical training.

• Trained under a world-renowned pioneer in reconstructive transplantation and complex microsurgery
• Awarded second place in the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons research competition
• Specialises in body contouring procedures including abdominoplasty and full-body reshaping
• Served as a plastic surgery instructor at Adiyaman Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on anatomical precision to restore function and aesthetic harmony

Dr Kadriye Ipek Uzunoglu has performed over 900 successful treatments and serves as a lead aesthetic surgeon at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Completed specialist plastic surgery training at Sivas Republic University
• Observership at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in the United States
• Highly skilled in microsurgery and complex facial aesthetics
• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Specially certified in laboratory animal usage for surgical research

Dr Derya Bingol is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon and a former Turkish Ministry of Health 'Doctor of the Year'. She specialises in complex after-weight-loss body shaping at her private Istanbul clinic.

• Holds the prestigious EBOPRAS certificate for excellence in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
• Performs up to 200 surgical operations annually with a focus on harmonious body contouring
• Expert in multi-procedure cases including tummy tucks and Vaser liposuction
• Published 21 scientific works in international medical journals regarding surgical techniques
• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association

Professor Furkan Erol Karabekmez is a senior academic surgeon who completed a prestigious 15-month research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Holds the title of Professor, the highest clinical and academic rank in Turkey
• Board-certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)
• Specialises in complex body contouring including abdominoplasty and brachioplasty
• Performs all major procedures personally in internationally accredited hospitals in Ankara
• Combines reconstructive expertise with aesthetic surgery for balanced, natural results

Dr Mohammed Alhelou specialises in complex reconstructive and aesthetic surgery at Elixirmed Clinic. He focuses on restoring body contours through precise surgical techniques and microsurgery.

• Performs full abdominoplasty to address significant skin laxity
• Expertise in microsurgery for refined tissue reconstruction
• Specialises in body contouring including liposuction and fat injections
• Manages comprehensive breast surgery including lifts and reductions
• Experienced in complex suture techniques for cleaner healing

Professor Cemal Firat is a senior specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on high-precision body contouring and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive microsurgery for complex body transformations
• Serves as a Professor at Inonu University – training the next generation of plastic surgeons
• Expert in reduction mammoplasty techniques and breast tissue reshaping after weight loss
• Highly skilled in maxillofacial and nerve surgery for comprehensive patient rehabilitation
• Published extensive research on advanced wound healing and tissue regeneration methods

Dr. Hasbi Meral has performed 2,000+ successful plastic surgeries at his practice in Antalya. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). This certification signifies his adherence to high European surgical standards. Dr. Meral specializes in facial rejuvenation, complex rhinoplasty, and body contouring.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Holds a specialized certification in reconstructive microsurgery.
• Expertise includes mommy makeovers, breast surgery, and reconstructive surgery for burns.
• Practices at Mert Meral Plastic Surgery, an ESAPS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Dr. Mete Akin is a gastroenterologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating cirrhosis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Akin is an Associate Professor with academic background from Akdeniz University. He chairs the Endoscopic Ultrasound Working Group.

• Performs endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and Da Vinci robotic gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions using stem cell therapies.
• Expert in bariatric procedures including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Turkish Liver Research Association.

Dr. Hanifi Onalan is an oncology and general surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss procedures and digestive system surgeries. Dr. Onalan has performed gastric sleeve and balloon procedures for over 15 years at Atlas. He previously served as a surgeon at Taksim Education and Research Hospital.

• Expertise includes gallbladder, thyroid, and hernia surgeries.
• Certified in videoendoscopy from Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital.
• Performs complex procedures like colectomy, liver resection, and pancreatic surgery.
• Treats patients at an AACI-accredited facility following international safety standards.

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon at Quartz Hospital, Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and the treatment of obesity. He graduated from Hacettepe University's English medical program. He later specialized in general surgery at Istanbul University.

• Performs weight loss surgeries, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
• Treats abdominal wall hernias and diseases of the breast.
• Expertise covers anorectal disorders and post-bariatric reconstructive surgery.
• Works at Quartz Hospital, which treats 6,500+ international patients annually.

Dr. Burak Kavlakogluu is a Professor at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital specializing in obesity surgery. He has held prestigious leadership roles, serving as Chief Physician and Head of General Surgery. He treats metabolic disorders and complex obesity cases using modern surgical techniques.

• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery.
• Obtained the rank of Professor following a distinguished academic career.
• Held senior leadership positions at several major Turkish medical institutions.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, an eco-friendly facility in Istanbul.

Dr Kamil Yildirim is a dedicated plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in body shaping and breast aesthetics.

• Performs body shaping aesthetics following significant weight loss
• Practises at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major surgical centre in Turkey
• Specialises in liposuction for refined body contouring
• Uses facial applications in surgery for overall aesthetic harmony
• Focuses on breast aesthetics for post-bariatric reconstruction

Dr Mustafa Aydinol is a board-certified Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon who specialises in body contouring and reconstructive procedures at Estemarley.

• Focuses on restoring body proportions after massive weight loss
• Practises a safety-first approach to manage complex pre- and postoperative care
• Expertise in breast surgery and abdominal reconstruction
• Leads a multidisciplinary clinical team using advanced surgical protocols
• Earned his medical degree from Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine

Dr Emrah Koksal specialises in complex body contouring at the Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex in Istanbul.

• Trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Expertise in reconstructive microsurgery for reshaping body tissues after weight loss
• Registered member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Works within a major JCI-accredited hospital complex focused on patient safety

Dr. Kadir Berat Oyur is a physician specializing in plastic and microsurgery. Before residency, he was an observer with Dr. Simon Talbot at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in 2021 at BELMAPO, Department of Plastic and Microsurgery. In his final year, he worked at Dr. Dmitry Batiukov’s Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Minsk.

He then completed a one-year research fellowship under Dr. Gregory R. D. Evans at the University of California, Irvine. He observed operations and attended lectures. He passed the USMLE. He holds ECFMG certification, which is valid in the United States and many other countries.

Dr. Yasar Tuna is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and bariatric surgery. Dr. Tuna performs procedures at a facility that houses one of Turkey's premier organ transplant centers.

• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Endoscopy Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr Ozge Utku Aydemir is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon who specialises in body contouring and reconstructive techniques at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Holds EBOPRAS Part 1 certification from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Specialises in post-weight loss procedures including abdominoplasty and liposuction for skin tightening
• Expertise in flap surgery and microsurgery for complex body reconstruction cases
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery