Obesity Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Specializes in liposuction and body contouring – Dr. Azer brings precision to obesity-related procedures at Surprise Experts Clinic.

• Board-certified plastic surgeon with 21 years of experience of experience
• Trained at Bezmialem Foundation University's Plastic Surgery Department
• Performs abdominoplasty and Brazilian Butt Lift procedures

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on endoscopic intra-gastric botulinum toxin A for obesity treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with 3D imaging systems
• Certified by European Hernia Society for laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Editor of multiple books on minimally invasive and oncologic surgery

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – specializes in obesity-related nutrition with research on insulin resistance and hedonic eating behaviors.

• Completed Bariatric Nutrition and Innovations in Obesity courses
• Expert in post-bariatric surgery nutrition and chronic disease diets
• Worked at Hacettepe University Hospitals and Ekol Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patients

Specializing in laparoscopic obesity surgery, Dr. Derici trained with leading European surgeons in Belgium and France.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in gastric bypass, gastric balloon, and revision surgeries
• Member of International Federation for Obesity and Bariatric Surgery
• Fluent in English and French for international patients

1,100+ bariatric procedures performed – Dr. Kaya specializes in vertical sleeve gastrectomy at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• 31 years of experience of surgical experience with a focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Trained in advanced minimally invasive surgery in Hamburg and Strasbourg
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons
• Performs 6–9 bariatric operations daily

Associate Professor in General Surgery with a focus on bariatric procedures – Dr. Yoldass brings over 16 years of experience of specialized experience to obesity treatment at Ekol International Hospitals.

• Completed advanced training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Member of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Former faculty member at Izmir University Medical School

Director of Obesity Therapy Department

Specialist in endocrinology and nutrition

The doctor is a specialist in General Surgery with a dedicated focus on bariatric and metabolic surgery. Expertise includes performing Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Gastric Balloon, Transit Bipartition, and SASI (Loop Bipartition) procedures. The doctor utilizes modern, minimally invasive surgical techniques to develop individualized treatment plans aimed at achieving safe, effective, and long-term weight loss outcomes.

With a commitment to improving overall health and metabolic well-being, the doctor provides a comprehensive, patient-centered approach, guiding individuals through every stage of their surgical journey to ensure optimal quality of life.