Best Obesity Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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 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

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 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

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.

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.

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Associate Professor Mete Akin is a subspecialist gastroenterologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on non-surgical weight management using minimally invasive gastric interventions.

• Specialises in endoscopic procedures to help patients achieve weight loss without traditional open surgery
• Provides expert care for gastric and oesophageal conditions that impact metabolic health
• Previously served as Associate Professor at Akdeniz University – a prominent Turkish medical institution
• Dual-qualified in both internal medicine and gastroenterology for comprehensive patient oversight