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Best bariatric surgeons: TOP 476 doctors

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Antanas Mickevicius
General surgeon
21 years of experience
4.6
113 reviews
Lithuania, Vilnius
Kardiolita Hospital

Antanas Mickevicius

General surgeon
21 years of experience

accreditations:

International Federation of Surgery for Obesity

Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a highly experienced Bariatric surgeon with 30 years of experience and qualifications from the Kaunas Medical University. He is trained in Sweden, the UK, and the Netherlands and performs over 200 bariatric surgeries in the UK and Lithuania every year. He specializes in Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Plication and other procedures, treating conditions such as Morbid Obesity and Being overweight. He is a member of the Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).

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4.6
113 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Gastric bypass $5208.03 - $6249.64
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Ahmed Ammar
Gastrointestinal surgeon
11 years of experience
Egypt, Cairo
Dr. Ahmed Ammar Clinic

Ahmed Ammar

Gastrointestinal surgeon
11 years of experience

Dr Ahmed M. Ammar 

Consultant Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon

Lecturer of General and Laparoscopic Surgery 

Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University

MB Bch, MSc Surgery, MD Surgery, MRCS England 

Member of the European Hernia Society 

Dr Ammar has a 10 year experience in practicing general and laparoscopic surgery. He is specialized in laparoscopic procedures involving laparoscopic repairs of different types of hernias, bariatric procedures, biliary procedures. 

Surgeries are performed in the best hospitals well known for its safety and hospitality standards, using the best laparoscopic instruments and setting. 

A lifelong follow up of our patients is always provided

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Doctor's visit price on request
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) $1500 - $2000
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass $2500 - $3500
Gastric bypass $3100 - $3200
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Dr Ercan Yalcin
General surgeon
28 years of experience
4.2
8 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. K Clinics

Dr Ercan Yalcin

General surgeon
28 years of experience

Applied Treatments:

  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Breast Cancer and Breast Diseases Treatment
  • Gastrointestinal System Surgery
  • Obesity Surgery
  • Metabolic Surgery (Type 2/Diabetes Treatment)
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Endocrine Surgery
  • Treatment of Anorectal Diseases

Education and Expertise

1990 - 1996 - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience
1996 - 2000 - SSK Outer Door Training Hospital
2001 - 2003 - Arhavi SSK Hospital
2003 - 2006 - Borcka SSK Hospital
2007 - 2022 - Private Eregli Anatolian Hospital

2022 - Private Silivri Anatolian Hospital

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4.2
8 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) $2735
Gastric balloon $1500 - $1800
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) $2352 - $2571
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Halil Alis
Colorectal surgeon
33 years of experience
4.7
45 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Halil Alis

Colorectal surgeon
33 years of experience

accreditations:

European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
Dr. Halil Alis is a highly experienced general and laparoscopic surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery, obesity, and metabolic management. He has over 18 years of experience, treating a wide range of conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract. He has expertise in performing operations such as liver resection, appendectomy, gastric bypass, and many others. Dr. Alis is also a member of numerous international and local medical associations.Read more
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Gabriel Rosales
General surgeon
18 years of experience
Mexico, Coahuila
OBESITY FREE-DR. GABRIEL ROSALES GENERAL AND BARIATRIC SURGERY

Gabriel Rosales

General surgeon
18 years of experience

Some of the most relevant points in Dr. Rosales' CV are:

- Dr. Gabriel Rosales obtained his medical degree from the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
- He completed his residency in general surgery and advanced laparoscopy at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad hospital endorsed by the Joint Commission International (JCI).
- He completed his advanced training in laparoscopic skills at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad.
- Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (IFSO)
- Member of the American Society of Endoscopist Surgeons (ASMBS)
- Active Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) .
- Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
- Belongs to the International Council of Medicine and Surgery based on the United States (International Board of Medicine and Surgery (IBMS).
- Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
- Has completed multiple training courses in Mexico and the United States.
- Member of the surgical staff of the most recognized Hospitals in northern Mexico.
- As an experienced surgeon in obesity surgery in Monterrey, Piedras Negras and Laredo, he is recognized by his patients and colleagues.

 

EXPERIENCE AND STUDIES/MEETINGS

He focused his career in the field when he realized that bariatric surgery procedures offer patients such a life-changing experience.

Throughout his career he has participated in more than 8000 gastric sleeve and Lap band procedures.

- Completed his general surgery and advanced laparoscopic residency at Christus Muguerza High Speciality Hospital a Joint Commission International accredited hospital.

- Multiple training courses in Mexico and USA.

- As an experienced weight loss surgeon in Piedras Negras, Nuevo Laredo and Monterrey, Mexico, he is highly regarded by his patients and peers a like.

These professional affiliations allow Dr. Rosales to remain on the leading-edge of developments in weight loss surgery, so that he can provide innovative, effective treatment to all of his patients. Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Rosales welcomes patients from throughout Mexico, the United States, and Canada.Dr. Rosales takes pride in his work, and nothing gives him more satisfaction than the health, happiness, and joy that his patients are able to achieve following weight loss surgery.

 

Dr. Gabriel Rosales earned his medical degree at the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredited university. (SACS from the U.S.)

He completed his residency in General Surgery at Christus Muguerza High Specialty Hospital.

Studies:

Cursos de Postgrado y Congresos

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Omer Avlanmis
General surgeon
24 years of experience
4.5
224 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Omer Avlanmis

General surgeon
24 years of experience

accreditations:

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
Dr. Omer Avlanmis is a certified general surgeon with over two decades of experience, specializing in bariatric surgery. He has performed 4,400 treatments and applies minimally invasive surgery techniques. Dr. Avlanmis is an expert in Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve surgery, Metabolic surgery, Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery, and Gastric balloon.Read more
4.5
224 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Gastric balloon $2600 - $3600
Gastric band
Gastric bypass $4250 - $4750
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Hasan Erdem
General surgeon
23 years of experience
4.7
1 review
Turkey, Batman
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Hasan Erdem

General surgeon
23 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Hasan Erdem is a renowned expert in general, bariatric, and metabolic surgery with over two decades of experience. His work includes 478 scientific publications and he was recognized as an Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions in 2018. His surgical repertoire includes gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, and is particularly known for his innovative surgical methods.Read more
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Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik
Clinical oncologist
28 years of experience
4.4
14 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hermes Clinics

Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik

Clinical oncologist
28 years of experience
Dr. Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik is a senior oncologist specializing in cancer management using minimally invasive techniques. He is proficient in operations such as Removal of liver cancer, Liver transplant, and Gastric bypass among others. His expertise includes advanced laparoscopic surgery, lower gastrointestinal tract cancers, hepatobiliary cancers, cytoreductive surgery, and kidney transplantation. He is a member of several professional associations and has held significant leadership positions in his career.Read more
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Hasan Erdem
General surgeon
23 years of experience
4.8
19 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. HE Obesity Clinic

Hasan Erdem

General surgeon
23 years of experience

accreditations:

Laparoscopic Colon Rectum Surgery Course
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Hands-On Course

Dr. HE is a General Surgery Specialist and Associate Professor of Obesity and Metabolic Conditions. He has vast experience in the field, having worked in various hospitals in Turkey and having completed certificates and courses such as Anorectal Physiology Course, Laparoscopic Colon Rectum Surgery Course, and Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Hands-On Course. He is a member of several organizations such as International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Turkish Surgical Association, Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Endocrine Surgery Association, and Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

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4.8
19 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Gastric bypass $4780.98 - $4989.3
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) $3739.37 - $3947.69
Gastric band
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Asim Uslu
Plastic surgeon
16 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Care in Turkey Clinic

Asim Uslu

Plastic surgeon
16 years of experience
Dr. Asim Uslu is a respected Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon, recognized for his personalized cosmetic procedures. He has been awarded as the 'Doctor of the Year' in Antalya and is a member of the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association (TPRECD). He specializes in a range of operations including Rhinoplasty, Liposuction, Abdominoplasty, and more.Read more
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Jaroslav Tvaruzek
General surgeon
35 years of experience
4.5
61 reviews
Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici
Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital

Jaroslav Tvaruzek

General surgeon
35 years of experience

Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a specialist in robotic surgery. Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical - the American produced of the original Da Vinci robots. The doctor is a member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Association of Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery located in the St. Zdislava Hospital (the Czech Republic). The doctor has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries for his practice. Among them are:

  • prostatectomy with preservation of the erectile function
  • transoral surgeries (removal tumors of the nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, mouth)
  • thyroidectomy
  • nephrectomy
  • bariatric surgeries (surgical treatment of obesity).
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4.5
61 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery $7613
Gastric bypass
Da Vinci gastroectomy $12499.28
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Mirhan Tosun
General surgeon
25 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Reyap Hospital

Mirhan Tosun

General surgeon
25 years of experience
Dr. Mirhan Tosun is a renowned specialist in General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery. His expertise includes procedures such as Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve surgery, and Gastric balloon. He acquired his medical education and specialization training at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He has held various roles in medical institutions and academia throughout his career.Read more
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Plamen Staikov
Gastrointestinal surgeon
31 years of experience
3.9
14 reviews
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
Sachsenhausen Hospital

Plamen Staikov

Gastrointestinal surgeon
31 years of experience

accreditations:

The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
Certified Da Vinci surgeon
  • Top bariatric surgeon Dr. Plamen Staikov specializes in weight loss surgery.
  • Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revision bariatric surgeries.
  • International practice in Germany, Switzerland, and France for specialized training.
  • Success in improving patient quality of life through weight loss surgery.
  • Medical Director at Sachsenhausen Hospital with a focus on obesity treatment.
  • Certified in bariatric surgery from The Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg.
  • Da Vinci certified surgeon, utilizing advanced robotic surgery techniques.
  • Member of The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
  • Offers online consultations for patients seeking weight loss surgery options.
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Ahmet Turkoglu
General surgeon
20 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Reyap Hospital

Ahmet Turkoglu

General surgeon
20 years of experience
Dr. Ahmet Turkoglu is a specialist in general surgery with a focus on weight-loss procedures such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric balloon treatment. His contributions to the medical field, particularly in the area of obesity surgery, are recognized through his work in medically reviewing content and providing expert insights.Read more
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Metehan Gumus
General surgeon
28 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Reyap Hospital

Metehan Gumus

General surgeon
28 years of experience
Dr. Metehan Gumus is an experienced general surgeon with a focus on gastric procedures and breast surgery. He has contributed significantly to scientific research, with several publications in international peer-reviewed journals.Read more
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Luigi Masoni
General surgeon
36 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Italy, Rome
Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy

Luigi Masoni

General surgeon
36 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni is a seasoned general surgeon with a specialty in Oncology and General Surgery. His expertise lies in minimally invasive colorectal surgeries, proctological, and pelvic floor surgery. With 35 years of experience, Dr. Masoni has innovated a new bilio-intestinal bypass technique and won an award for performing a total proctocolectomy with a three trocars technique.Read more
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Volkan Tümentemur
General surgeon
15 years of experience
4.8
7 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipunto Clinic

Volkan Tümentemur

General surgeon
15 years of experience
Volkan TUMENTEMUR is a specialist in General Surgery who obtained his medical education at KARADENİZ TECHNİC University Faculty of Medicine in 2005.Read more
4.8
7 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Stomach stapling $3100
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
Gastric band $3000
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