Gastric band Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Volkan Tümentemur is a specialised general surgeon based at the Medipunto Clinic in Istanbul. He completed his entire medical degree in English at the Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine.

• Focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgical procedures
• Delivers care in English for international patients
• Practises at the Medipunto Clinic – a centre known for medical tourism

Professor Yasar Ozdenkaya uses the da Vinci robotic system to perform high-precision bariatric procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specialises in minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery for obese patients
• Uses 3D visualisation technology to increase surgical precision and safety
• Performs gastric banding alongside sleeve resections and mini-gastric bypasses
• Focuses on surgical techniques that reduce trauma and speed up recovery
• Former surgeon at Okmeydan Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Gokmen Ozturk is a seasoned general surgery specialist at Vital Clinic with extensive expertise in complex gastrointestinal and obesity surgery.

• Trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a major surgical hub in Istanbul
• Specialises in treating stomach enlargement and structural oesophageal narrowing
• Holds a senior academic position as Associate Professor at Medipol University
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at Trabzon Fatih Regional Hospital
• Expertise covers both bariatric interventions and colorectal cancer surgery

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.

Dr Abhay Ramakant Khadke is a dedicated bariatric surgeon at Manipal Hospitals, focusing on surgical solutions for weight management.

• Specialises in bariatric and metabolic surgery for long-term health improvements
• Based at Manipal Hospitals – one of India's largest and most respected healthcare groups
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for weight loss procedures

Dr Ozgur Kavak is a board-certified specialist at Ekol International Hospitals with a success certificate from the Turkish Surgical Association. He focuses on keyhole techniques for weight loss and oncological surgeries.

• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Qualified through the National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Former lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University in general surgery
• Published in several international medical journals with numerous citations
• Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Professor Cuneyt Ciftdogan leads the metabolic and obesity surgery programme at Can Hospitals Turkey, using high-tech laparoscopic techniques for weight loss procedures.

• Trained at Ege University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Specialises in minimally invasive keyhole surgery to reduce recovery times
• Expert in managing complex bariatric cases and metabolic disorders
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Aegean Region Surgical Association
• Performed thousands of operations across both public and private hospital systems

Associate Professor Omer Yoldass is a board-certified specialist 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
• Expert in minimally invasive bariatric techniques for sustainable weight loss
• Former faculty member at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine
• Belongs to the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association

Dr. Emin Ersoy is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He has over 12 years of experience in heart and vascular surgery. He specializes in adult open heart surgery and minimally invasive coronary bypass. Dr. Ersoy also performs endovascular procedures and heart valve surgery. He works at JCI-accredited Medistate Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients every year.

• Expert in peripheral arterial system surgery and varicose vein treatments.
• Treats complex vascular diseases using interventional and surgical methods.
• Speaks at international scientific meetings and conferences on coronary artery disease.
• Trained at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital.