Best Gastric balloon bariatric surgeons: TOP 185 doctors

Gallbladder and bile duct surgery

Breast disease treatment and surgery

Anal region disease treatment and surgery (hemorrhoids, anal fissure, perianal abscess and fistula surgery)

Obesity treatment (Gastric balloon, botox and surgical treatment)

Thyroid diseases and surgical treatment

Hernia surgery (open and laparoscopic) (groin, umbilical, wound hernias)

Colon, rectum, stomach diseases and surgical treatment

Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment interventions (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ercp, peg)

2009- Atlas University Medicine Hospital

2004-2009 Tosya State Hospital

1994-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital

1999-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic

1992-1998 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Courses and Conferences

Bakırkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic Endoscopy Unit Videoendoscopy Application Certificate (March 2006)

Education

-Undergraduate Education (6 years) İstanbul University

-Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 2000 - 2006

-Specialization in Medicine İstanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 2007

Medical Field of Interests

-Gastric sleeve

-Gastric bypass

-Gastric balloon 

-Swallowable Gastric balloon Metabolic surgery

-Revision Surgery

Experience

-20 Years of Surgical Experience 3000+ Obesity and Metabolic Surgery

PUBLISHMENTS

3 Articles Published in National Refereed Journals

18 Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings and Published in the Proceedings Book

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.

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.

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı, MD

Accredited Metabolic, Bariatric, and Weight-Loss Surgeon

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is a highly skilled, accredited bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in metabolic, bariatric, and weight-loss surgery. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in Samsun (2005-2011) and completed his surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2013-2018). Over the years, he has become a trusted expert in performing complex surgical procedures.

Dr. Yardımcı has served in prominent positions, including at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic in Istanbul (2021-2022) and Tokat Medical Park Hospital (2020-2021). Since 2022, he has been an essential part of the Clinics United team in Antalya, where he continues to transform lives through safe and effective bariatric surgeries.

As an accredited bariatric surgeon, Dr. Yardımcı has participated in numerous international training programs and conferences, staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in obesity surgery. His dedication to patient care, combined with his continuous professional development, ensures that every patient receives world-class treatment and compassionate support throughout their journey.

Thanakom Sukcharoen, M.D.

Expertise

Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine & Men Health Specialist

Graduated (M.D. From)

2012 Doctor of Medicine, Thammasat University

2019 Master of Science in Dermatology, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University

Certificates

2020 American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM), USA

2021 Certificate of Preventive Medicine Specialist, Medical Council

2021 Diploma in Clinical Sexology & Sexual Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University

Current Positions

Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine & Men Health Specialist at Intrarat Hospital

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Education and Expertise
Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine; 1983 - 1990, Bachelor's, Master's degree
Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Doctorate/Licensing Qualification/Expertise in Medicine; 2001 - 2006

Education Abroad
Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery Division, Artificial Organ and Transplantation Division Department of Surgery, Tokyo University Hospital. Tokyo-Japan M.Makuuchi, N.Kokudo, 2008

Experience
Research assistant Assistant Dr. Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Istanbul University (6 months)
Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic, Istanbul 2000 / 2006
Observer Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery Division, Artificial Organ and Transplantation Division, Department of Surgery, Tokyo University Hospital. Tokyo - Japan 2007.2008 (4 months)
Expert Dr. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic and Liver Transplantation Unit, Istanbul 2006 / 2010
Expert Dr. ERCP and Surgical Endoscopy Unit, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul 2008.2010

Expert Dr. Private Sector (Private Çengelköy Safa Hospital Istanbul, Private Medivia Hospital – Istanbul) 2010 - 2013
Fellow (Organ Transplantation Unit) İnönü University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Organ Transplantation Institute - Malatya (Liver and Kidney Transplantation) 2013 - 2014
Fellow (Organ Transplantation Unit) İnönü University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Organ Transplantation Institute - Malatya (Kidney Transplantation) 2013.2015
Expert Dr. Via Hospital 2014 - 2015
Chief Assistant TR University of Health Sciences, Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital General Surgery Service 2015 - 2017
Expert Dr. Via Hospital 2017.2018
Expert Dr. Medikalpark Gebze 2018.2018
Expert Dr. Delta Hospital Kucukyali 2018 / 2022
Expert Dr. Lokman Hekim Hospital 2022 / 2022
Faculty Member Dogus University 2020 -
Expert Dr. VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital 2022 -

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Education:

Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine (1998-2004)

Ankara Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (2005-2010 General Surgery

Specialist Training)

Institutions He Works for:

Ankara Atatürk Training and Research Hospital

Malatya Darende Hulus Efendi State Hospital

Malatya Private EGM Hayat Hospital

Malatya Private Park Hospital

Antalya Private Life Hospital Group

Antalya Private ASV Life Hospital

Publications and Articles:

Extremely rare presentation of an omphalomesenteric cyst in a 61-year-old

patient

Recep Aktimur, Uğur Yaşar, Elif Çolak, Nuraydın Özlem

Turk J Surg. 2017; 33(1): 43–44.

Effects of preoperative nutritional support on colonic anastomotic healing in

malnourished rats

Rıza Haldun Gündoğdu, Uğur Yaşar, Pamir Eren Ersoy, Emre Ergül, Semra

Işıkoğlu, Atilla Erhan

Ulus Surgical Magazine 2015; 31(3): 113–117. Published online 2015 Sep.

Master Thesis:

The effect of preoperative nutrition on colonic anastomosis healing in

malnourished rats.

Certificates and Courses :

Metabolic Surgical Procedures with Video Demonstrations Course (12-15

October 2017)

Obesity and metabolic diseases surgery winter school (26 February 2018)

Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Symposium (3-4 December 2018)

Nutritional support in Cancer (ESPEN Long-Life-Learning Programme,

22/11/2009)

Nutritional Support in intensive Care Unit (ICU) Patents (ESPEN Long-

Life-Learning Programme, 01/04/2009)

Nutritional Support in the Perioperative Period (ESPEN Long-Life-

Learning Programme, 01/04/2009)

Approach to Paranteral Nutrition (PN) (ESPEN Long-Life-Learning

Programme, 22/11/2009) Thyroid Surgery Course (Ankara Surgery

Association )

Thyroid Cancer Surgery Course (Turkish Surgical Society 12 September

2009)

Akut Gastrointestinal Bleeding and Treatument Course (Ankara Surgery

Association 10 January 2009)

Abdominal Wall Hernias Course (Ankara Surgery Association 10 January

2009)

Burn Course (Ankara Surgery Association 11 April 2009)

Experimental Surgery Course (5. Surgical Research Congress 10

December 2009)

Total Mesorectal Excision Course (Ankara Surgery Days 14-15 November

2008)

Professional assocations and organizations to which he is a

member:

Turkish Surgery Association

BMCD (Association of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery)

TOSS (Turkish obesity surgery society)

Special Interests:

Cancer Surgery,

Obesity and Metabolic Surgery

Laparoscopic Surgery

Thyroid Surgery

Awards Received:

2011 KEPAN congress second best paper

2019 Turkey East Awards; The most succesful General Surgeon

of the year.

2020 Altıntaç Awards; Best Obesity Surgeon of the Year Award

Education

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / 2003
• Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital / 2009
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Experience

• 2023 - Presently Güneşli Erdem Hospital
• 2021 - 2023 Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2019 - 2021 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
• 2017 - 2019 Private Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital
• 2011 - 2017 Private Camlica Erdem Hospital
• 2010 - 2011 Göle State Hospital
• 2009 - 2010 Edremit Military Hospital
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Professional Memberships

TTB-Istanbul Medical Chamber

Turkish Surgery Association

Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association

Procedures Performed

• Laparoscopic gastric cancer, colon cancer and rectal cancer operations
• Laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery
• Laparoscopic appendectomy (appendicitis)
• Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder)
• Endocrine Surgery
• Gastroenterology Surgery
• Tube Stomach Surgery
• Gastric Bypass
• Gastric Balloon
• Swallowable Gastric Balloon
• hemorrhoid disease
• Anal fissure-fistula disease
• inguinal hernia
• incisional hernia
• umbilical hernia
• anal abscess
• hair transplant surgery

• Education

Postgraduate: General Surgery Department, Marmara University  – İstanbul Specialization Training, 2002-2007

University: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – İstanbul, 1995-2002

• Associate Professor: Bagcilar training and research Hospital, 2017

Experience

• 2019-Now Çamlıca Erdem Hospital/Istanbul
• 2014 – 2019  Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital / Istanbul
• 2012 - 2014  Özel Duygu Hospital /İstanbul
• 2010 – 2012  Viranşehir Public Hospital / Şanlıurfa
• 2007- 2009     Military Service- Ambulance helicopter doctor, Malatya
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Editorial Board Membership

• Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology
• Advances in Weight Loss Management and Medical Devices
• Journal of General Surgery
• American Journal of Liver & Clinical Research(AJLCR)

Association Memberships 

• Turkish Surgery Association
• Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Derneği
• Turkey Obesity Surgery Society
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association (ELCD)
• International Federation For The Surgery Of Obesity And Metabolic  Disorders (IFSO)

Dr. Mehdi is a highly experienced bariatric surgeon, renowned for his expertise in weight loss surgeries and his dedication to improving the health and well-being of his patients. With years of specialized training and extensive practice, he has successfully performed numerous life-changing procedures, helping individuals achieve significant and sustainable weight loss. Dr. Mehdi combines advanced surgical techniques with a patient-centered approach, ensuring that every procedure is carefully tailored to meet the unique needs and health goals of each individual. His expertise includes a range of bariatric procedures, such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional surgeries, all designed to provide effective and lasting results. Known for his compassionate care, Dr. Mehdi works closely with patients throughout their journey, offering guidance, support, and education to help them embrace a healthier lifestyle. His exceptional outcomes and commitment to excellence have earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in bariatric surgery, attracting patients seeking transformative solutions to obesity and related health challenges.

Dr. Osman Aktas has been serving as a general surgeon at Ataşehir Avicenna Hospital since 2005. Born in Kayseri in 1960, he graduated with his medical degree from Ankara University in 1983. Following his graduation, he fulfilled his military service in medical units for two years. He completed his general surgery residency at GATA from 1986 to 1990. After specializing in general surgery, He held key positions as head of general surgery departments and chief physician in several prominent military hospitals, including Tatvan, Diyarbakır, Ankara, and Manisa.

Dr. Osman has had a special focus on endoscopic surgery since 1995. He received advanced training in laparoscopic surgery techniques in Germany and has successfully performed a wide range of laparoscopic procedures. His expertise extends to gallbladder surgery, abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repairs, appendicitis, reflux and stomach surgeries, as well as complex cases such as gastrointestinal tumors, intestinal obstructions, and various other intestinal diseases, all managed through minimally invasive methods.

In 2002, Dr. Osman transitioned to the private sector, where he broadened his practice to include modern treatments for anal diseases like hemorrhoids, fistulas, and fissures, utilizing advanced techniques such as laser therapy.

Dr. Osman is also recognized for his significant contributions to oncological surgery. He has a wealth of experience in the surgical treatment of various cancers, including breast and thyroid cancer, where he has implemented new treatment methods that reduce the risk of complications. His surgical expertise spans critical cancer surgeries, such as the Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer resections, gastric cancer, and other complex malignancies. Additionally, his skills in metabolic surgery have led to lasting outcomes for patients suffering from obesity and diabetes, ensuring a better quality of life through sustained weight loss and reduced risk of diabetes.

With his vast experience and advanced skills in both laparoscopic and cancer surgeries, Dr. Osman remains at the forefront of surgical excellence, offering innovative and comprehensive care to all his patients.

Education and Expertise

• DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Diseases

• Hernia Surgery
• Breast Diseases
• Stomach Cancer
• Gallbladder Diseases
• Thyroid Diseases
• Esophageal Cancer

Treatment Methods

• Gastric Bypass
• Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
• Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery
• Breast Surgery
• Gastric Balloon
• Mini Gastric Bypass
• Reflux Surgery
• Revision Surgery
• SADI-S Surgery
• Thyroid Surgery
• Gastric Sleeve
• Swallowable Gastric Balloon

Experience

• Bulent Ecevit University General Surgery
• Van Education and Research Hospital
• Izmir Private Egeşehir Hospital
• Izmir Private Egepol Hospital
• Izmir Private Central Hospital
• Izmir University of Economics Medical Point Hospital

Professional Memberships

• National Turkish Surgical Association
• National Society of Hepato Pancreatico Biliary Surgery
• National Society of Colon Rectal Surgery
• National Society for Minimally Invasive Surgery
• National Society of Robotic Surgery
• National Society of Endocrine Surgery
• Ifso (International Federation Of Surgery Of Obesity)
• National Turkish Association of Obesity Surgery
• National Turkish Obesity Research Association
• Espen (European Society For Clinical Nutrition And Metabolism)
• Kepan (Association of Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition)

Dr. Calderón Álvarez-Tostado is a graduate of the Medical Surgeon program at the Universidad Panamericana. He completed his specialty in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Mexico "Dr. Eduardo Liceaga", a nationally renowned center with a high volume of patients. Subsequently, he pursued advanced training in Endoscopic Surgery and Bariatric Surgery at the General Hospital "Dr. Manuel Gea González," an internationally recognized institution for its contributions to minimally invasive surgery. He is an Associate Researcher at the Institute for BioNanotechnology in Applied Medicine at Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, where he also completed clinical rotations in Gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He has served as a faculty member at the Universidad Panamericana and as an invited professor at medical conferences in his specialty. He is the author and co-author of numerous medical articles in national and international journals and has presented his work at national and international medical conferences in the specialties of general surgery, endoscopic surgery, and obesity surgery. He is certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery (CMCG) and is a member of the Mexican Association of General Surgery (AMCG), the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery (AMCE), the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO), 1 the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM), Sociedad Médica Dalinde, and the Sociedad Médica Grupo Angeles.

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.

Education and Academic Titles

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, 1992
• Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Residency, 1995
• Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Residency, 2000
• Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor of General Surgery, 2007
• Interuniversity Council – Associate Professorship, 2018
• Istanbul Aydın University – Professorship, 2023
• Second Bachelor’s Degree: Anadolu University – Public Administration, 2008
• Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University – Health Law, 2023

Education and Specialization

• 1995 – 2001: Bachelor's Degree, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2001 – 2007: Medical Specialization, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2008 – 2011: Subspecialty, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey

Professional Experience

• 2001 – 2007: Research Assistant, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2007 – 2008: Internal Medicine Specialist, Konya Bozkır State Hospital
• 2008 – 2011: Research Assistant, Department of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 – 2013: Gastroenterology Specialist, Burdur State Hospital
• 2013 – 2019: Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2019 – 2022: Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine

Education and Specialization

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association