Gastric balloon Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Assistant Professor Gokhan Yilmaz serves as a senior specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on metabolic and general surgical interventions.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a Doctorate in General Surgery after completing intensive specialist residency
• Teaches other surgeons as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Practises at a major university hospital with a focus on bariatric care
• Handles metabolic cases with a background in complex abdominal surgery

Dr. Mehmet Recep Tepebasi is a general surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric procedures and gastroenterology, specifically treating obesity and digestive disorders. He performs the gastric balloon procedure as a minimally invasive weight loss solution. Dr. Tepebasi manages conditions including pancreatitis, gastritis, and ulcerative colitis.

• Practices at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, a member of the Turkish Society for Quality.
• Treats patients at a facility serving 250,000 people annually across 32 departments.
• Provides medically supervised weight loss programs including nutritional coaching.
• Offers surgical care at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Certificate.

Professor Alpaslan Terzi has performed over 1,100 successful general surgery procedures and currently leads surgical care at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Holds the highest academic rank of Professor in General Surgery
• Completed specialist surgical training at the well-regarded İnönü University
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Successfully treated over 900 patients across various gastric and general surgical needs

Dr Erdem Can Yardimci is an accredited bariatric surgeon who trained at the Antalya Training and Research Hospital, a major regional centre for surgical excellence.

• Specialises in weight-loss procedures at Clinics United in Antalya
• Previously served at Istinye University Bahcesehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic
• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious 19 Mayis University Faculty of Medicine
• Regularly attends international bariatric training programmes to use current protocols
• Focuses on safe metabolic surgery and patient support throughout the weight-loss journey

Professor Burhan Mayir is a specialist in bariatric and metabolic procedures, focusing on minimally invasive techniques at his dedicated clinic in Antalya.

• Performs a range of weight-loss interventions including gastric balloons and gastric bypass
• Specialises in scarless single-port surgery for reduced recovery times
• Published over 60 articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals
• Presented more than 100 research abstracts at global surgical congresses
• Expertise extends to complex gastrointestinal and cancer surgeries

Professor Alper Hacioglu is an active member of the Obesity Research Association of Turkey. He focuses on surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions at Klinik Mavi.

• Trained at the Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine – a prominent Turkish teaching hospital
• Member of the Diabetes, Obesity, and Nutrition Association
• Contributes to clinical research on metabolic health and weight management
• Specialises in weight loss interventions for patients with obesity and diabetes

Dr Muslum Tarkan focuses on metabolic health and weight loss treatments as a lead surgeon at Klinik Mavi.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Specialises in both bariatric procedures and complex surgical oncology for the stomach
• Member of the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association
• Trained at the Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Uses evidence-based protocols for metabolic and weight-related disorders

Associate Professor Ali Durmus is a high-volume general surgeon who helped pioneer laparoscopic stomach and intestinal procedures in Turkey.

• Specialises in gastroenterology and minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Former Training Officer at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Performed thousands of laparoscopic procedures throughout his career
• Consulted as a faculty member at Nişantaşı University
• Qualified specialist with training in English-medium medical education

Dr Jumana Baryhe is a versatile practitioner at Aesthetical Clinic who manages a broad spectrum of surgical and cosmetic procedures.

• Coordinates care for international patients seeking weight management solutions
• Focuses on delivering personalised treatment plans for metabolic health
• Works within a multi-disciplinary team at a specialist aesthetic centre
• Highly regarded by patients for providing attentive and supportive bedside care

Dr Samed Gin gained high-level surgical experience at Montefiore Medical Centre in New York and now focuses on metabolic health at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• Specialised in general surgery at Ege University – a top-tier Turkish medical institution
• Trained in complex organ transplantation and abdominal procedures in the USA
• Performs minimally invasive gastric balloon insertions for weight management
• Focuses on patient safety and metabolic health within a multi-disciplinary hospital setting

Dr Volkan Tümentemur is a specialised general surgeon who leads bariatric and metabolic procedures at Medipunto Clinic.

• Completed medical education in English at Karadeniz Technical University
• Focuses on minimally invasive weight loss solutions including gastric balloons
• Provides surgical expertise within a multidisciplinary clinic setting
• Specialises in general surgery with a focus on gastrointestinal health

Professor Jaydeep Palep is a pioneer in gastrointestinal surgery who helped introduce advanced weight loss techniques like banded bypass and robotic GI surgery to India.

• Operates within a Department of Bariatric Surgery certified by the International Excellence Foundation
• Successfully manages intra gastric balloon procedures and complex revision cases
• Specially trained in robotic-assisted surgery at a specialist centre in Italy
• Maintains surgical morbidity rates of just 1 per cent, matching global standards
• Published researcher in international journals regarding upper gastrointestinal outcomes

Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz is a senior bariatric specialist who sits on the editorial boards of leading international weight loss and medical device journals.

• Bariatric lead at Erdem Hospital with a focus on metabolic health
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Specialised in minimally invasive weight loss techniques at Marmara University
• Sits on the board for the Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology
• Regulated member of the Turkey Obesity Surgery Society

Dr Huseyin Akyol leads a metabolic surgery team at his clinic in Istanbul, focusing on obesity treatments across high-standard hospital facilities.

• Provides personalised treatment plans based on specific patient health profiles
• Uses current medical technology for the insertion of gastric balloons
• Coordinates follow-up processes in fully equipped A-plus hospitals
• Focuses on metabolic health throughout the weight loss journey

Associate Professor Hasan Erdem has performed more than 5,000 weight loss procedures at his ISO-accredited clinic in Istanbul.

• Completed advanced hands-on bariatric training in Baltimore, USA
• Holds Masterclass certifications in laparoscopic surgery from France
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Specialises in non-surgical weight loss options including gastric balloons

Professor Ibrahim Cenk Sogukpinar focuses on managing complex weight issues and concurrent gastric conditions at Private Anadolu Hospital.

• Specialises in addressing hiatus hernias alongside weight loss procedures
• Known for a thorough surgical approach to improve long-term outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Focuses on patient safety through detailed pre-operative assessments
• Highly regarded for patient attentiveness and procedural patience