Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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.

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior general surgeon and academic who leads the surgical department at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi.

• Specialises in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery and metabolic health management
• Holds two decades of expertise in treating complex gastroesophageal conditions
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association
• Published over 50 scientific papers on advanced surgical techniques and patient outcomes
• Former educational supervisor at major Turkish training and research hospitals

Professor Servet Tali has performed over 10,000 successful bariatric and metabolic operations at Central Hospital, specialising in weight loss and diabetes management.

• Treats over 1,000 patients for obesity and metabolic issues each year
• Uses innovative approaches for sleeve gastrectomy and SASI bypass
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Contributes to surgical research with numerous national and international publications
• Frequent speaker at global conferences on bariatric and weight loss procedures

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a senior surgical specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He holds a specific focus on weight loss procedures through his work with the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Specialises in endocrine surgery and metabolic disorders
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Society
• Oversees complex cases as an Associate Professor in general surgery

Professor Tekelioglu is a lead general surgeon at the Florence Nightingale Hospital group, bringing high-level expertise from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialised in advanced general surgery since graduating from one of Turkey's top medical faculties
• Refined his surgical skills at the prestigious Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Fluent in English to clearly discuss surgical outcomes with international patients
• Expertise includes complex abdominal procedures and metabolic surgery
• Trained in a major university hospital setting for rigorous surgical standards

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who specialises in advanced laparoscopic weight-loss procedures.

• Uses 3D imaging systems during gastric sleeve surgery to improve surgical precision
• Extensive academic background as a Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Completed specialised training in robotic surgery at Stony Brook University in New York
• European Hernia Society certified in advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Published researcher on endoscopic obesity treatments and bariatric outcomes

Associate Professor Cemal Kara is a pioneer in bariatric care who has performed over 9,000 laparoscopic gastric surgeries. He even invented and patented a specialized laparoscopic surgical instrument to improve procedural outcomes for his patients.

• Holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association
• Performs sleeve gastrectomies at the JCI-accredited Medical Park Izmir Hospital
• Published over 30 medical articles on surgical techniques and outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Associate Professor Serdar Kacar is a highly decorated surgeon who established the Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital and has performed over 1,100 successful treatments.

• Performed more than 200 gastric reduction operations with a focus on gastric sleeve surgery
• Recognised for pioneer work in laparoscopic surgery and organ transplantation in Turkey
• Awarded the Young Researcher Award at the World Congress of Nephrology in Berlin
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and contributed to 12 medical textbooks
• Trained in general surgery at the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Doctor Nadir Adnan Hacim has performed 1,100 surgical procedures and specialises in bariatric and gastroenterology surgery at Erdem Hospital.

• Performs tube stomach surgery alongside gastric bypass and swallowable gastric balloon options
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Chamber
• Focuses on laparoscopic techniques for both weight loss and gastrointestinal conditions
• Personally evaluates all patient clinical materials to create individualised surgical plans

Professor Osman Aktas is a specialist general surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital with advanced laparoscopic training from Germany. He has significant expertise in performing minimally invasive metabolic procedures for obesity and diabetes.

• Focuses on laparoscopic techniques to reduce patient recovery time
• Expertise in stomach and gastrointestinal surgeries for long-term weight loss
• Managed high-pressure general surgery departments and served as Chief Physician
• Skilful in complex oncology cases including gastrointestinal and thyroid cancers
• Uses minimally invasive methods for stomach reflux and hernia repairs

The doctor specializes in gastric band surgery and managing related conditions such as hiatus hernias. Known for attentiveness, patience, and thoroughness, the doctor's expertise contributes significantly to positive surgical outcomes and high patient satisfaction.

Associate Professor Samed Gin is a specialised general surgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey who honed his skills at the Montefiore Medical Center in New York.

• Completed advanced surgical observership in transplantation at Montefiore Medical Center, USA
• Trained at Ege University, one of Turkey's premier medical faculties for surgical research
• Focuses on bariatric and general surgical procedures with a high level of technical precision
• Brings international clinical experience from both Turkish and American healthcare systems

Professor Abdukadir Bedirli is a highly skilled surgeon who has successfully performed over 1,500 robotic procedures, with a primary focus on obesity and bariatric surgery.

• Completed the Bariatric Redo Surgery programme in Belgium for complex revision cases
• Awarded the prestigious Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) title
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery in France and South Korea
• Serves as a senior console surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital

Dr Muslum Tarkan focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgery at Klinik Mavi, bringing specific expertise in complex stomach procedures.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Active in the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association to stay current with obesity treatment trends
• Specialises in sleeve gastrectomy and gastric surgery for cancer patients
• Trained at the Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in Diyarbakır