Gastric balloon Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Mehdi D performs weight loss procedures at Clinic Wise with a focus on sustainable weight management and tailored bariatric care.

• Specialises in revisional surgeries for patients needing follow-up care
• Uses a patient-centred approach to customise procedures for unique health goals
• Focuses on metabolic health improvements alongside weight loss
• Practises at Clinic Wise, a dedicated centre for weight loss solutions
• Provides ongoing education and support for long-term lifestyle changes

Dr. Ahmet Turkoglu is a general surgeon. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine (1998–2005). He completed his specialty training at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010).

He worked in general surgery as a research assistant at Firat University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010). He then served as a specialist physician at Ercis State Hospital (2011–2012). He later joined Dicle University Faculty of Medicine as an assistant professor (2012–2016) and associate professor (2016–2018).

He worked as an associate professor at Gaziantep Medical Park Hospital (2018–2020), Hospitalpark Darica Hospital (2020–2021), and Private Reyap Istanbul Hospital (2021–2024). Since 2024, he has been a professor at Private Pendik Bolge Hospital.

The doctor is a highly experienced surgeon based in Thailand with a specialized clinical focus on hemorrhoid treatment, gastroscopy, and colonoscopy. Additional areas of expertise include the excision of breast masses and the performance of core needle breast biopsies.

The doctor has built an extensive professional background through surgical residencies and clinical appointments at several prominent institutions, including Maharaj Chiang Mai Hospital, Rajavithi Hospital, Thunghuachang Hospital, and Vajira Hospital Bangkok. Through these roles, the doctor has developed a comprehensive skill set in general and specialized surgical procedures.

Professor M Altan Kaya specialises in metabolic and bariatric surgery at Risus Clinic Istanbul, focusing on minimally invasive techniques for weight loss.

• Completed advanced surgical training at the Ethicon Surgical Center in Hamburg, Germany
• Refined skills in minimally invasive methods at the ITES Center in Strasbourg, France
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons
• Practises at a dedicated centre for metabolic health and fat reduction

Professor Cenan Oktay completed his surgical training at the prestigious Heidelberg University in Germany and was the first surgeon to introduce Valtrac rings for digestive surgery in Turkey.

• General Surgery Specialist with advanced training in surgical gastroenterology endoscopy
• Specialises in digestive system procedures and minimally invasive techniques
• Completed high-level microsurgery training at Würtzburg University in Germany
• Graduated third in his medical class at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in liver and biliary tract surgery from Istanbul Medical Faculty

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading general surgery specialist at Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on minimally invasive weight loss techniques.

• Published research on the effectiveness of endoscopic intragastric botulinum toxin for obesity treatment
• Accredited in laparoscopic surgery with advanced cadaver training from Stony Brook University in New York
• Serves as an editor for several medical textbooks specialising in minimal invasive and oncological surgery
• Completed advanced hernia surgery certification with the European Hernia Society in Dubai

Dr Mekhmet Gencturk is a lead specialist for endoscopic weight loss at the Dr HE Obesity Clinic, focusing on metabolic health and gastric balloon procedures.

• Provides direct aftercare via a dedicated medical helpline for his patients
• Specialises in endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy and gastric balloon placement
• Works alongside a support team offering 24/7 dietitian guidance after the procedure
• Focuses on obesity and metabolic disorders through minimally invasive gastric techniques