Born in 1982 in Istanbul, Dr. Fatih Can Karaca completed his high school education at Bahçelievler Super High School in 2000 and then entered Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, graduating in 2006. During his medical training, he was a key player on the faculty's basketball team, winning the 14 March Medical Tournament twice.
In 2007, he began his residency in General Surgery at Istanbul University, developing a keen interest in laparoscopic surgery. He contributed to Turkey's first laparoscopic metabolic surgery for Type 2 diabetes at the Special Metabolic Surgery Clinic in 2009. He continued his education in metabolic surgery at Universal Hospitals’ Taksim German Hospital in 2011 and completed his residency in General Surgery in 2012.
From 2012 to 2014, Dr. Karaca worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital, followed by a role at a Metabolic Surgery Clinic in Şişli from 2014 to 2017. He gained extensive experience in obesity surgery and the surgical treatment of diabetes during this period. In 2015, he became a lecturer at Istanbul Bilgi University, sharing his knowledge and experiences with younger colleagues, and he was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016 and Associate Professor in 2021.
Dr. Karaca has held various positions as a General Surgery Specialist in different hospitals, where he established obesity clinics and performed numerous successful surgeries. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO) and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association (TOSS).
An avid sports enthusiast, particularly in basketball and soccer, Dr. Karaca encourages his patients to incorporate sports into their lives. He also enjoys chess and nature walks. He is proficient in English, married, and a father of two.
Dr. Karaca has participated in numerous national and international conferences on obesity surgery, where he has presented his findings and experiences. He has published numerous scientific articles in prestigious international journals in the field of obesity surgery.
Read moreBorn in 1982 in Istanbul, Dr. Fatih Can Karaca completed his high school education at Bahçelievler Super High School in 2000 and then entered Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, graduating in 2006. During his medical training, he was a key player on the faculty's basketball team, winning the 14 March Medical Tournament twice.
In 2007, he began his residency in General Surgery at Istanbul University, developing a keen interest in laparoscopic surgery. He contributed to Turkey's first laparoscopic metabolic surgery for Type 2 diabetes at the Special Metabolic Surgery Clinic in 2009. He continued his education in metabolic surgery at Universal Hospitals’ Taksim German Hospital in 2011 and completed his residency in General Surgery in 2012.
From 2012 to 2014, Dr. Karaca worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital, followed by a role at a Metabolic Surgery Clinic in Şişli from 2014 to 2017. He gained extensive experience in obesity surgery and the surgical treatment of diabetes during this period. In 2015, he became a lecturer at Istanbul Bilgi University, sharing his knowledge and experiences with younger colleagues, and he was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016 and Associate Professor in 2021.
Dr. Karaca has held various positions as a General Surgery Specialist in different hospitals, where he established obesity clinics and performed numerous successful surgeries. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO) and the Turkish Obesity Surgery Association (TOSS).
An avid sports enthusiast, particularly in basketball and soccer, Dr. Karaca encourages his patients to incorporate sports into their lives. He also enjoys chess and nature walks. He is proficient in English, married, and a father of two.
Dr. Karaca has participated in numerous national and international conferences on obesity surgery, where he has presented his findings and experiences. He has published numerous scientific articles in prestigious international journals in the field of obesity surgery.
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Doctor Education, 2003, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2014-2015, Istanbul/Turkey
Universal Italian Hospital, 2012-2014, Istanbul/Turkey
Florance Nightingale Hospital, 2012-2012, Istanbul/Turkey
T.C. Ministry of Health Muş State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Muş/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2004-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Doctor Education, 2003, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2014-2015, Istanbul/Turkey
Universal Italian Hospital, 2012-2014, Istanbul/Turkey
Florance Nightingale Hospital, 2012-2012, Istanbul/Turkey
T.C. Ministry of Health Muş State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Muş/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2004-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Experience
İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Liv Hospital
Liv Hospital Ulus
Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital
Tatvan State Hospital
Tatvan State Hospital
CLEVELAND CLINIC
Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
Education
DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF SURGICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
Dokuz Eylül University, General Surgery
AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Title: The impact of sarcopenia on morbidity and long-term survival among patients with peritoneal metastases of colorectal origin treated with cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy: a 10-year longitudinal analysis of a single-center experience.
Title: Randomized controlled trial of 8 weeks’ vs 12 weeks’ interval between neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy and surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer.
Title: The effect of fibrin glue in preventing staple-line leak after sleeve gastrectomy: an experimental study in rats.
Title: Treatment of intraoperatively detected peritoneal carcinomatosis of colorectal origin with cytoreductive surgery and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
Title: Magnetic resonance-based pelvimetry and tumor volumetry can predict surgical difficulty and oncologic outcome in locally advanced mid–low rectal cancer.
Title: Is advanced age a hesitation for cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in colorectal cancer?
Title: Outcome of cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy for colorectal cancer: A single-center experience.
Title: Predictive factors for conversion to open surgery in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Experience
İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Liv Hospital
Liv Hospital Ulus
Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital
Tatvan State Hospital
Tatvan State Hospital
CLEVELAND CLINIC
Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
Education
DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF SURGICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
Dokuz Eylül University, General Surgery
AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Title: The impact of sarcopenia on morbidity and long-term survival among patients with peritoneal metastases of colorectal origin treated with cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy: a 10-year longitudinal analysis of a single-center experience.
Title: Randomized controlled trial of 8 weeks’ vs 12 weeks’ interval between neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy and surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer.
Title: The effect of fibrin glue in preventing staple-line leak after sleeve gastrectomy: an experimental study in rats.
Title: Treatment of intraoperatively detected peritoneal carcinomatosis of colorectal origin with cytoreductive surgery and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
Title: Magnetic resonance-based pelvimetry and tumor volumetry can predict surgical difficulty and oncologic outcome in locally advanced mid–low rectal cancer.
Title: Is advanced age a hesitation for cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in colorectal cancer?
Title: Outcome of cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy for colorectal cancer: A single-center experience.
Title: Predictive factors for conversion to open surgery in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Experience
2017
Private Nisa Hospital
2011 - 2017
Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital
2007 - 2011
Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital
Education
2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education
2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education
Experience
2017
Private Nisa Hospital
2011 - 2017
Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital
2007 - 2011
Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital
Education
2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education
2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education
Specializations
Liver and Gallbladder Diseases Surgery
Treatment and Surgery of Stomach and Small Intestine Diseases
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Treatment and Surgery of Anorectal Diseases (Hemorrhoids etc.)
Surgical Treatment of Abdominal Wall Hernias
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Thyroid Diseases and Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
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Specializations
Liver and Gallbladder Diseases Surgery
Treatment and Surgery of Stomach and Small Intestine Diseases
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Treatment and Surgery of Anorectal Diseases (Hemorrhoids etc.)
Surgical Treatment of Abdominal Wall Hernias
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Thyroid Diseases and Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
Specializations
Obesity Surgery
Metabolic Surgery
Oncological Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment
Treatment of Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernias
Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment
Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases
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Specializations
Obesity Surgery
Metabolic Surgery
Oncological Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment
Treatment of Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernias
Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment
Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases
Specializations
Oncological Surgery
Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Surgery
Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment
Stomach Hernia Surgery
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment
Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases
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Specializations
Oncological Surgery
Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Surgery
Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment
Stomach Hernia Surgery
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment
Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment
Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases
Specializations
Obesity Surgery
Metabolic Surgery (Type 2 Diabetes Surgery)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Thyroid and Breast Surgery
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Stomach Surgery
Hemorrhoid Surgeries
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Specializations
Obesity Surgery
Metabolic Surgery (Type 2 Diabetes Surgery)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Thyroid and Breast Surgery
Colon and Rectum Surgery
Stomach Surgery
Hemorrhoid Surgeries
Dr. is a General Surgery Specialist with experience in hernia, obesity and breast health. They have a Turkish National Board Certificate and have attained a Two-Year Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management. They have also been a part of various professional associations.
Read moreDr. is a General Surgery Specialist with experience in hernia, obesity and breast health. They have a Turkish National Board Certificate and have attained a Two-Year Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management. They have also been a part of various professional associations.
Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı
Obezite ve Metabolik Cerrahi, Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi, Genel Cerrahi Uzmanı
İlk ve orta öğrenimini Antakya’da tamamladıktan sonra 1997 yılında Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’ne kabul edilerek Tıp eğitimine başladı. 2003 yılında Tıp fakültesinden mezun olduğu sene tıpta uzmanlık sınavını kazanarak Haydarpaşa Numune Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde Genel Cerrahi asistanlığına başladı.
2008-2009 yıllarında Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin Houston kentinde MD Anderson kanser merkezi’nde ve Memorial Herrman hastanelerinde kanser cerrahisi ve organ nakli konularında eğitim aldı. Türkiye’ye döndükten sonra 2009 yılında yapılan genel cerrahların katıldığı yan dal sınavında Türkiye birincisi oldu. Bu sınav başarısının peşinden 2009-2012 yılları arasında Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hastanesi’nde Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi (sindirim sistemi cerrahisi) eğitimi aldı.
2012 yılında Türkiye’nin en genç Gastroenteroloji Cerrahı oldu ve Marmara Üniversitesi Pendik Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesine atandı. 2012 – 2018 yılları arasında, Marmara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi öğrencilerine ve genel cerrahi asistanlarına birçok ders verdi, hastalara yönelik ve cerrahlara yönelik birçok eğitim faaliyetinde rol aldı. İleri laparoskopik cerrahi, Obezite ve Metabolik cerrahi alanında çalıştı, ayrıca organ nakli ve İnflamatuar barsak hastalıkları cerrahisi ünitelerinin kurulmasında aktif olarak rol aldı. 2017 mart ayında yapılan sınavla Doçent ünvanınına layık görüldü.
Read moreProf. Dr. Samet Yardımcı
Obezite ve Metabolik Cerrahi, Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi, Genel Cerrahi Uzmanı
İlk ve orta öğrenimini Antakya’da tamamladıktan sonra 1997 yılında Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’ne kabul edilerek Tıp eğitimine başladı. 2003 yılında Tıp fakültesinden mezun olduğu sene tıpta uzmanlık sınavını kazanarak Haydarpaşa Numune Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde Genel Cerrahi asistanlığına başladı.
2008-2009 yıllarında Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin Houston kentinde MD Anderson kanser merkezi’nde ve Memorial Herrman hastanelerinde kanser cerrahisi ve organ nakli konularında eğitim aldı. Türkiye’ye döndükten sonra 2009 yılında yapılan genel cerrahların katıldığı yan dal sınavında Türkiye birincisi oldu. Bu sınav başarısının peşinden 2009-2012 yılları arasında Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hastanesi’nde Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi (sindirim sistemi cerrahisi) eğitimi aldı.
2012 yılında Türkiye’nin en genç Gastroenteroloji Cerrahı oldu ve Marmara Üniversitesi Pendik Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesine atandı. 2012 – 2018 yılları arasında, Marmara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi öğrencilerine ve genel cerrahi asistanlarına birçok ders verdi, hastalara yönelik ve cerrahlara yönelik birçok eğitim faaliyetinde rol aldı. İleri laparoskopik cerrahi, Obezite ve Metabolik cerrahi alanında çalıştı, ayrıca organ nakli ve İnflamatuar barsak hastalıkları cerrahisi ünitelerinin kurulmasında aktif olarak rol aldı. 2017 mart ayında yapılan sınavla Doçent ünvanınına layık görüldü.
Professor Burhan Mayir isespecially interested in metabolic and bariatric surgery, also. He performs single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy, gastric by pass procedures and revisional bariatric surgeries. He has experience about metabolic-bariatric surgery, gastro-esophagus reflux surgery, endoscopic thyroid surgery (scarless thyroidectomy), cancer surgery, hernia surgery, adrenal gland surgery, other gastrointestinal surgical procedures, liver surgery, spleen surgery, hemorrhoid surgery and anal fissure surgery. He has speeches in various congresses and meetings, over 60 articles published in national and international refereed journals, and over 100 abstracts presented at congresses.
Read moreProfessor Burhan Mayir isespecially interested in metabolic and bariatric surgery, also. He performs single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy, gastric by pass procedures and revisional bariatric surgeries. He has experience about metabolic-bariatric surgery, gastro-esophagus reflux surgery, endoscopic thyroid surgery (scarless thyroidectomy), cancer surgery, hernia surgery, adrenal gland surgery, other gastrointestinal surgical procedures, liver surgery, spleen surgery, hemorrhoid surgery and anal fissure surgery. He has speeches in various congresses and meetings, over 60 articles published in national and international refereed journals, and over 100 abstracts presented at congresses.
Born in Ankara in 1978, Dr. Umut R. Gündüz began his medical career at the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
Later, he became a General Surgery Specialist at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.
From 2011 onwards, they worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Antalya Training and Research Hospital.
In 2018, they became a Clinical Education Instructor. Dr. Umut Rıza Gündüz primarily focused on metabolic, breast, endocrine & other general surgeries.
In 2021, they worked as both a manager and a physician in the General Surgery department at Özel Termessos Hospital.
Since 2023, Umut R. Gündüz has been continuing to accept patients at their own clinic, mainly specializing in metabolic surgery and performing general surgery operations.
Some of Dr.Umut R. Gunduz’ Trainings;
Born in Ankara in 1978, Dr. Umut R. Gündüz began his medical career at the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
Later, he became a General Surgery Specialist at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.
From 2011 onwards, they worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Antalya Training and Research Hospital.
In 2018, they became a Clinical Education Instructor. Dr. Umut Rıza Gündüz primarily focused on metabolic, breast, endocrine & other general surgeries.
In 2021, they worked as both a manager and a physician in the General Surgery department at Özel Termessos Hospital.
Since 2023, Umut R. Gündüz has been continuing to accept patients at their own clinic, mainly specializing in metabolic surgery and performing general surgery operations.
Some of Dr.Umut R. Gunduz’ Trainings;
He was born in Istanbul in 1982. He graduated from Kocaeli University, Faculty of Medicine. In 2012, he worked as an emergency medical assistant at Taksim First Aid EAH.
Between 2013-2018, he specialized in general surgery at Haseki EAH. Then, between 2018-2020, he completed his compulsory service at Bitlis Tatvan State Hospital.
Since 2020, with Dr. Hasan Lice, they have worked with the Sava team for bariatric surgeries. He is married and has two kids.
He is also the deputy chief physician of the hospital.
Read moreHe was born in Istanbul in 1982. He graduated from Kocaeli University, Faculty of Medicine. In 2012, he worked as an emergency medical assistant at Taksim First Aid EAH.
Between 2013-2018, he specialized in general surgery at Haseki EAH. Then, between 2018-2020, he completed his compulsory service at Bitlis Tatvan State Hospital.
Since 2020, with Dr. Hasan Lice, they have worked with the Sava team for bariatric surgeries. He is married and has two kids.
He is also the deputy chief physician of the hospital.
He specialized in General Surgery at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. He worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2006 and 2008 and later at Ordu State Hospital between 2008 and 2013. In 2016, he received the title of Associate Professor in the Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Izmir University. In 2015, he received the Turkish Surgical Association Proficiency Exam (Board) Certificate of Achievement. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association, and Hepatobiliary Surgery Association. Between 2014 and 2016, he taught many undergraduate and graduate courses at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine.
Read moreHe specialized in General Surgery at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. He worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2006 and 2008 and later at Ordu State Hospital between 2008 and 2013. In 2016, he received the title of Associate Professor in the Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Izmir University. In 2015, he received the Turkish Surgical Association Proficiency Exam (Board) Certificate of Achievement. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association, and Hepatobiliary Surgery Association. Between 2014 and 2016, he taught many undergraduate and graduate courses at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine.
He completed his medical education at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1990 and 1996, and his residency in General Surgery at Izmir Training and Research Hospital between 2004 and 2008. In 2008, he received the Turkish Surgical Association's Qualification Exam (Board) certificate of success. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association. He worked as a lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University between 2017 and 2020. He currently performs Laparoscopic Oncosurgery and Obesity Surgeries. He has many national and international studies and these studies have received many citations. Having a good command of English, Opr. Dr. Özgür Kavak is married and has two children.
Read moreHe completed his medical education at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1990 and 1996, and his residency in General Surgery at Izmir Training and Research Hospital between 2004 and 2008. In 2008, he received the Turkish Surgical Association's Qualification Exam (Board) certificate of success. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association. He worked as a lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University between 2017 and 2020. He currently performs Laparoscopic Oncosurgery and Obesity Surgeries. He has many national and international studies and these studies have received many citations. Having a good command of English, Opr. Dr. Özgür Kavak is married and has two children.