Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Professor Ersin Ozturk is a senior surgical specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA.

• Holds a PhD in physiology, providing deep insight into metabolic and digestive functions
• Specialises in laparoscopic and obesity surgery at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Previously served as a Professor at Uludag University School of Medicine
• Focuses on gastrointestinal surgery and minimally invasive techniques
• Recognised as a Professor of Medicine across multiple Turkish medical universities

Associate Professor Omer Yoldass is a board-certified general surgeon who holds the Turkish Surgical Association Proficiency Exam Certificate of Achievement.

• Specialises in bariatric and metabolic surgery at Ekol International Hospitals
• Member of the National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Former faculty member at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine
• Highly active member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital in advanced surgical techniques

Dr Ozgur Kavak is a board-certified general surgeon at Ekol International Hospitals, where he performs keyhole procedures for obesity and cancer.

• Holds a Turkish Surgical Association Qualification Exam certificate of success
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Fellow of the National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Completed surgical residency at Izmir Training and Research Hospital
• Published multiple research papers on weight loss surgery outcomes

Dr. Ogun Ersen is a skilled Surgical Oncologist. He earned his medical degree from Karadeniz Technical University (2005-2011). He then completed his specialization at Kocatepe University (2013-2018). In 2018, he ranked third in the national minor medical specialization exam and passed the Turkish Surgical Society board.

Dr. Ersen received advanced training in surgical oncology at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2018-2021). He earned the title of Surgical Oncologist after this training. His career reflects his strong expertise and commitment to surgical oncology.

The doctor is a highly experienced general surgery specialist with extensive clinical expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery, including stomach botox and gastric balloon applications. The doctor's professional background encompasses a wide range of surgical disciplines, with a focus on thyroid diseases, gallbladder and liver conditions, oncological surgery, breast diseases, and the treatment of anal region disorders.

With a medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and specialized training in general surgery from Mayıs University, the doctor has served in various state and private medical institutions. This clinical experience includes managing emergency services and providing specialized surgical care across multiple hospital settings.