Post-bariatric plastic surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon at Quartz Hospital, Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and the treatment of obesity. He graduated from Hacettepe University's English medical program. He later specialized in general surgery at Istanbul University.

• Performs weight loss surgeries, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
• Treats abdominal wall hernias and diseases of the breast.
• Expertise covers anorectal disorders and post-bariatric reconstructive surgery.
• Works at Quartz Hospital, which treats 6,500+ international patients annually.

Dr. Burak Kavlakogluu is a Professor at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital specializing in obesity surgery. He has held prestigious leadership roles, serving as Chief Physician and Head of General Surgery. He treats metabolic disorders and complex obesity cases using modern surgical techniques.

• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery.
• Obtained the rank of Professor following a distinguished academic career.
• Held senior leadership positions at several major Turkish medical institutions.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, an eco-friendly facility in Istanbul.

Dr Kamil Yildirim is a dedicated plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in body shaping and breast aesthetics.

• Performs body shaping aesthetics following significant weight loss
• Practises at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major surgical centre in Turkey
• Specialises in liposuction for refined body contouring
• Uses facial applications in surgery for overall aesthetic harmony
• Focuses on breast aesthetics for post-bariatric reconstruction

Dr Ploypailin Rattanachinnakorn is a dual-certified specialist in plastic and maxillofacial surgery based at Intrarat Hospital. She holds elite training from Thailand's top medical faculties including Chulalongkorn and Mahidol universities.

• Specialised in reconstructive techniques for significant body contouring cases
• Completed the Korea V Plastic Surgery Symposium masters course in advanced surgical techniques
• Holds a certificate of surgery from the prestigious Siriraj Hospital
• Active member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
• Focuses on facial and body reconstruction to restore form after weight loss

Dr. Thanakom Sukcharoen is a specialist in anti-aging, regenerative medicine, and men's health at Intrarat Hospital. He holds an American Board certification (ABAARM) from the USA. Dr. Sukcharoen provides wellness services at an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Bangkok.

• Diplomate in Clinical Sexology and Sexual Medicine from Thammasat University.
• Certified Preventive Medicine Specialist by the Thai Medical Council.
• Holds a Master of Science in Dermatology from Chulabhorn International College of Medicine.
• Performs metabolic support and wellness retreats including energy healing and hydrotherapy.

Dr. Aydin Onen is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist. His clinical interests include face and neck lift, rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, and body contouring and liposuction. He also performs abdominoplasty, gynecomastia surgery, blepharoplasty, otoplasty, temporal and brow lift, fillers and Botox, fat and nanofat injection, and medical aesthetic treatments.

Education: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, 2012–2018. Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Manisa Celal Bayar University, 2018–2024. Experience: Plastic Surgery Specialist, Bayburt State Hospital, 2024–2025. Training: Basic Microsurgery at Necmettin Erbakan University. Cadaver and live surgery courses. Ege University Experimental Animals Certificate. Member: Turkish PRAS and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association. Publication: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2025. Topic: EGF preconditioning and fat graft survival. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-025-05203-1.

Dr Mustafa Aydinol is a board-certified Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon who specialises in body contouring and reconstructive procedures at Estemarley.

• Focuses on restoring body proportions after massive weight loss
• Practises a safety-first approach to manage complex pre- and postoperative care
• Expertise in breast surgery and abdominal reconstruction
• Leads a multidisciplinary clinical team using advanced surgical protocols
• Earned his medical degree from Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine

Dr. Yasar Tuna is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and bariatric surgery. Dr. Tuna performs procedures at a facility that houses one of Turkey's premier organ transplant centers.

• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Endoscopy Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Kadir Berat Oyur is a physician specializing in plastic and microsurgery. Before residency, he was an observer with Dr. Simon Talbot at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in 2021 at BELMAPO, Department of Plastic and Microsurgery. In his final year, he worked at Dr. Dmitry Batiukov’s Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Minsk.

He then completed a one-year research fellowship under Dr. Gregory R. D. Evans at the University of California, Irvine. He observed operations and attended lectures. He passed the USMLE. He holds ECFMG certification, which is valid in the United States and many other countries.

Dr Emrah Koksal specialises in complex body contouring at the Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex in Istanbul.

• Trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Expertise in reconstructive microsurgery for reshaping body tissues after weight loss
• Registered member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Works within a major JCI-accredited hospital complex focused on patient safety

Dr Ozge Utku Aydemir is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon who specialises in body contouring and reconstructive techniques at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Holds EBOPRAS Part 1 certification from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Specialises in post-weight loss procedures including abdominoplasty and liposuction for skin tightening
• Expertise in flap surgery and microsurgery for complex body reconstruction cases
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Dr. Emre Günenç is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He has worked there since 2026. He trained at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital, one of Istanbul’s largest and busiest centers. This gave him broad operative experience.

Education: Acıbadem University. Plastic Surgery residency at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital. Specialist posts: Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2024–2025) and Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital (2024).

Accreditations: Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Courses: 42nd Basic Microsurgery Course, ISAPS 5th Aesthetic Istanbul, and 4th Full Circle Rhinoplasty Live Surgery. He has also attended many national congresses and focused rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics courses. Focus: natural, balanced, and functional results in rhinoplasty, and in breast, body, and facial procedures.