I migliori medici di Intervento di gastrectomia verticale (Sleeve gastrectomy) - TOP-98medici

Oltre 1.000 interventi di gastrectomia a manica in 6 anni – Il Dr. Batman è specializzato in procedure per l'obesità e il metabolismo presso l'Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Professore Associato con formazione accademica presso l'Università Istinye
• Esperto in tecniche chirurgiche laparoscopiche e robotiche
• Esegue applicazioni di palloncino gastrico endoscopico insieme a interventi chirurgici metabolici
• Specializzato in casi complessi di obesità che richiedono cure multidisciplinari

Esegue interventi di sleeve gastrectomy presso il Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, una struttura di eccellenza per le procedure bariatriche.

• Oltre 12 anni di esperienza chirurgica, con un focus sulla chirurgia generale
• In precedenza ha lavorato come chirurgo generale presso il Tokat State Hospital e come assistente alla ricerca in chirurgia generale
• Attualmente esercita presso il Memorial Ataşehir Hospital a Istanbul

Il Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul è specializzato in chirurgia laparoscopica avanzata, comprese le procedure di gastrectomia verticale, presso la clinica Lotus Bariatrics. La sua formazione include centri ad alto volume in Turchia.

• Ha eseguito interventi di chirurgia bariatrica sin dalla residenza presso l'ospedale di formazione e ricerca Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk
• Laureato presso l'Università di Pamukkale – un centro di riferimento per la gastrectomia verticale in Turchia
• Numerosi articoli pubblicati nella letteratura medica
• Esperto in casi complessi, inclusa la chirurgia laparoscopica di guerra

Il medico si è laureato presso l'Università di Istanbul, Facoltà di Medicina di Istanbul nel 2007 e ha completato una specializzazione in chirurgia presso l'Ospedale di Educazione e Ricerca Sisli Etfal nel 2013. Per approfondire ulteriormente la sua esperienza, si è unito alla Clinica di Chirurgia Generale presso l'Università Okan di Istanbul nel 2020.<\/p>

Con una vasta esperienza in varie istituzioni mediche, il medico ha lavorato presso l'Ospedale di Formazione e Ricerca Sisli Hamidiye Etfal, l'Ospedale Statale di Siverek e il Centro Medico Anadolu. È membro di diverse organizzazioni prestigiose, tra cui la Società Europea di Coloproctologia e la Società Chirurgica Turca.<\/p>

Il medico possiede numerose certificazioni, come il Certificato di Qualificazione dell'Associazione Chirurgica Turca, e ha completato corsi avanzati in endoscopia, chirurgia bariatrica e tecniche laser per le malattie emorroidarie.<\/p>

I’m Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel, a surgeon specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery with over 8 years of experience transforming lives through advanced surgical solutions. I am proud to be one of the few bariatric surgeons in Mexico who is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). I am also certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery and the Mexican College of General Surgery.

My primary focus is providing comprehensive care to patients dealing with obesity, obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, as well as managing complications from bariatric surgery. I also treat gastroesophageal reflux and reflux-related esophagitis, offering tailored solutions that significantly enhance my patients' quality of life.

Patients often highlight my professionalism, empathy, and dedication to understanding their unique needs. I take the time to listen and fully grasp their goals because I believe every case deserves a personalized approach and a clear path toward success.

My priority isn’t to see the most patients—it’s to deliver exceptional care and outstanding results for each individual. I am deeply committed to quality, staying accessible, and maintaining close communication with my patients throughout their journey.

If you’re looking for expertise, compassion, and results you can trust, I’m here to help you take the first step toward a healthier, happier life.

Oltre 12.000 interventi chirurgici laparoscopici eseguiti presso il Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center – Il Dott. Carlos Ballesta Lopez è un pioniere nelle tecniche minimamente invasive.

• 45 anni dedicati alla chirurgia laparoscopica avanzata e assistita da robot
• Direttore del Centro Laparoscopico presso il Centro Médico Teknon
• Centro di Eccellenza accreditato IFSO per la chirurgia metabolica
• Ha sviluppato programmi di formazione per chirurghi di tutto il mondo
• Specializzato in sleeve gastrectomy, bypass e procedure digestive complesse

Dr. Cemal Kara is a general surgeon with 26 years of experience. He specializes in cosmetic and weight-loss surgeries. He has performed more than 6,200 procedures. Dr. Kara co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center and is recognized as a leader in his field.

He holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association, awarded in 2008. Dr. Kara has received several awards in both international and national scientific competitions. He invented and patented a laparoscopic surgical instrument. He has also published over 30 medical articles.

Dr. Kara is an active member of several professional organizations. These include the Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, and the Aegean Region Surgery Association.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (MD): Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University, 1989

Specialized Education and Experience:

• General Surgery Specialist Degree: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 1997
• Fellowship: Gastroenterology Surgery, Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, 2005

Academic Career:

• Associate Professor: General Surgery, Inonu University, 2011
• Professorship: General Surgery, İnönü University, 2017

Il Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci è specializzato in chirurgia dell'obesità e metabolica, con formazione presso il MD Anderson Cancer Center e gli ospedali Memorial Hermann.

• Chirurgo gastroenterologo certificato dal 2012
• Ex membro della facoltà presso la Scuola di Medicina dell'Università di Marmara
• Esperto in tecniche laparoscopiche avanzate
• Attivo nella chirurgia dei trapianti d'organo e delle malattie infiammatorie intestinali

Il Prof. Mehmet Guler porta un'ampia esperienza accademica e chirurgica nella chirurgia della sleeve gastrica presso il Complesso Ospedaliero Medical Park di Antalya.

• Oltre 20 anni di esperienza in chirurgia generale
• Formazione accademica che include la cattedra presso l'Università di Istanbul Aydın
• Formazione presso istituzioni prestigiose tra cui le Università di Hacettepe e Başkent
• Specializzato in tecniche chirurgiche minimamente invasive

Dr. Walid Eljabu is triple board-certified in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Trauma Surgery. He has extensive experience in reconstructive and microsurgery. He trained in the UK and Germany, with additional specialist training in Sweden and Turkey. He is the CEO and Head Surgeon at Esthétique du Nord in Hamburg.

He specializes in facial rejuvenation (facelift, rhinoplasty), breast surgery, and body contouring. This includes inverse abdominoplasty.

Accreditation: MRCSEd (Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh). Memberships: Rhinoplasty Society of Europe; International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery; American Society of Plastic Surgeons; Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh; American Society for Surgery of the Hand; German Society of Hand Surgeons.

Il medico è il principale chirurgo bariatrico e del tratto gastrointestinale superiore presso l'ospedale Kauno Klinikos dell'Università di Scienze della Salute della Lituania e consulente chirurgo bariatrico presso il Royal Stoke University Hospital nel Regno Unito. Specializzandosi in chirurgia laparoscopica e bariatrica, il medico forma altri chirurghi ed è membro di diverse società prestigiose, tra cui la Società Lituana di Chirurgia Bariatrica e Metabolica e la Federazione Internazionale di Chirurgia dell'Obesità. Originariamente formato in Svezia e nel Regno Unito, il medico esegue procedure come bypass gastrico e sleeve gastrico, utilizzando attrezzature laparoscopiche avanzate.<\/p>

Il medico è un rinomato chirurgo generale e laparoscopico con vasta esperienza in chirurgia colorettale, obesità e gestione metabolica. Specializzandosi in una vasta gamma di procedure chirurgiche laparoscopiche, il medico è particolarmente focalizzato sulla chirurgia bariatrica e del sistema gastrointestinale.<\/p>

Sono stati apportati contributi significativi alla ricerca medica nelle malattie epatobiliari e pancreatiche, chirurgia d'emergenza e endoscopia gastrointestinale, con numerose pubblicazioni su riviste peer-reviewed.<\/p>

Il medico possiede una laurea presso l'Università Tecnica di Karadeniz e una specializzazione medica in Chirurgia Generale presso l'Università di Istanbul.<\/p>

Il medico è un consulente specializzato in chirurgia laparoscopica e per la perdita di peso. Membro del Royal College of Surgeons in Inghilterra, il medico è anche membro attivo e istruttore presso l'Associazione Endoscopica di Alessandria e la Società Egiziana di Chirurgia dell'Obesità. Inoltre, il medico fa parte della Società Egiziana dei Chirurghi Laparoscopici.<\/p>

Rinomato a livello globale per la sua esperienza nella chirurgia dell'obesità, il medico contribuisce come revisore per diverse riviste internazionali, tra cui Obesity Surgery e Surgical Endoscopy. Il medico è stato riconosciuto con il premio di servizio Whatclinic nel 2023 e 2024 per l'assistenza esemplare ai pazienti in tutto il mondo.<\/p>

General Surgery 

Colorectal Surgery 

Obesity and Metabolic Surgery 

Medical Director 

Brief Curriculum Vitae 

I was born in Trabzon on 15.07.1969. After I attended Ismetpaşa Primary School and Cumhuriyet Secondary School, I was graduated from Trabzon High School. I had medical education and training in School of Medicine of Karadeniz Technical University from 1986 to 1992. I worked as medical practitioner in Alacahan subdistrict, Kangal District, Sivas City in 1992-1993 and in Sivas Police Headquarters to fulfill the conscription. I was assigned as Health Group Manager and Medical Practitioner in Dernekpazarı District of Trabzon in 1993-1994. I passed the Examination for Medical Specialty in 1995 and I had my residency training and education at Department of General Surgery in Istanbul School of Medicine of Istanbul University from 1995 to 2000. I was awarded the title of “General Surgeon” after I submitted the medical specialty thesis titled “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA” in 2001. After I worked at a privately owned hospital in 2000-2002, I started working in General Surgery Clinic of Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2003. I had rotation in General Surgery Clinic of School of Medicine in Istanbul University for 9 months in 2007. I was awarded the title “Associate Professor of General Surgery” in 2010. I undertook Management duties in Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital from November 2012 to December 2013 and in Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital from December 2013 to April 2015. I had been Head of Education and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery clinic at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital since 2010. I am Medical Director and General Surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul Aydın University as of 2017. 

I have intentionally dealt with renal transplantation during my residency education. After I was awarded the title “medical specialist”, I participated to diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy, bariatric surgery, laparoscopy and robotic surgery educations abroad for short periods. I am intensively dealing with any and all laparoscopic surgical procedures (especially bariatric and gastrointestinal system surgery) and diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound) in this clinic since 2003 and I also play the role of trainer. I do and train others about General Surgery procedures with Da Vinci Robotic system since 2010. 

I authored 74 papers that are published in SCI and SCI-e journals and 55 papers that are published in local journals, along with 7 book chapters and 86 papers presented in local congresses and 180 papers presented in international congresses. 

I am member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Turkish Association of Endoscopic – Laparoscopic Surgery, Turkish Association of Obesity Surgery, Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordination Association and Istanbul Surgical Association. I am also member of International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO), International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO), International Active Member of International Federation Surgical Obesity (IFSO). 

Date of Birth: July 15th, 1969 

Educational Status: 

Bachelor’s Degree School of Medicine Karadeniz Technical University 1992 

Medical Specialty Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine İstanbul University 2001 

Title of Medical Specialty Thesis (abstract is attached) and Supervisor: 

1. “Relationship between gastrointestinal tumors and HLA”. February 2001 Supervisor: Prof. Uluğ Eldegez, M.D. 

General Surgeon Büyük Anadolu Hospital 2001-2003 

General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2003-2006 

General Surgeon Istanbul University Emergency Surgery Clinic, Department of General Surgery, Istanbul School of Medicine 2006-9 months 

General Surgeon Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006-2010 

Associate Professor of General Surgery Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010-…

Head of Training and Administrative Affairs, General Surgery Clinic Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2010 - …

 Doctorate thesis / proficiency in art studies supervised: 

1. Ede, B., “Changes in Thyroid Hormones After Thyroid Surgery”, Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

2. Dodur B., “Factors Influencing Mortality and Morbidity in Gastrointestinal Bleeding” Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital 2006. 

Duties undertaken in Projects: 

1. “Enteral Stents for Colonic Obstructions (ESCO): Prospective, randomized European multisentric study, comparing enteral stent followed by elective surgery versus emergency surgical treatment in malignant colonic obstruction. “ European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) Clinical Trial Center (CTC) Clinical Trial gov. Identifier: NCT00591695 

2. A phase III, randomized, double-blind, parallel group efficiency and safety study that compares safety and efficiency of oral dabigatran etexilate (150 mg BID) with warfarin (INR = 2.0-3.0) in semiannual treatment of acute symptomatic thromboembolism following initial treatment with a parenteral anticoagulant agent, which is approved for the relevant indication, minimum for five days – RECOVER II” Protocol code 1160.46

Editorialships: 

1. General Surgery Department, Advisory Board, Turkish Clinics Medical Sciences Journal, 2010 

2. “Global Journal of Surgery” Editorial Board 2010 

Scientific Organization Memberships: 

1. Turkish Surgical Association 

2. Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 

3. Turkish Association for Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery 

4. Turkish Obesity Surgery Society 

5. Organ Transplantation Centers Coordination Association 

6. Istanbul Surgical Association 

7. International Active Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). 

8. International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) 

9. International Active Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists (IASGO). 

10. International Active Member of International School of Surgical Oncology (ISSO). 

11. International Active Member of International Fedaration Surgical Obesity (IFSO)

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ömer Bilgehan Poyrazoğlu is a general and bariatric surgeon with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his general surgery specialization at the same institution.

His practice focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures, gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery, and endoscopy. He received advanced training in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul. He has performed many procedures for local and international patients.

Dr. Poyrazoğlu is a member of the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish Liver Transplant Association, Turkish Medical Association, and IFSO. He has published in international peer‑reviewed journals and presented at leading surgical meetings. He provides safe, modern, evidence‑based care.

Il Dr. Tvaruzek è un esperto certificato di spicco nella chirurgia robotica da parte di Intuitive Surgical, il produttore dei robot originali Da Vinci. È a capo del Centro di Chirurgia Robotica presso l'Ospedale di Santa Zdislava.

• Ha eseguito oltre 3.500 interventi chirurgici robotici
• Specializzato in chirurgia bariatrica, comprese le procedure di gastrectomia a manica
• Membro dell'Associazione di Chirurgia Bariatrica
• Certificato da Intuitive Surgical per i sistemi robotici Da Vinci

Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is an experienced general surgeon with nearly 20 years in medical practice. He is known for his skill in complex surgical procedures. He earned his Master’s Degree from Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Doctorate in General Surgery at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, one of Turkey’s leading institutions.

Dr. Yilmaz worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital for 5 years. He then served at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital for 3 years. In these roles, he managed a wide range of surgical cases. He also served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, where he trained future surgeons and contributed to research.

Dr. Yilmaz is currently part of the General Surgery Department at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He provides advanced treatments and high-quality patient care. His experience in state hospitals, research centers, and universities highlights his dedication to surgical excellence and patient safety.

Dr. İlhami Soykan Barlas was born in the year 1977 in Istanbul Moda. He is graduated from Kadıköy Anadolu High School and Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He was awarded the title of General Surgery Specialist after completing his general surgery specialization in Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in the year 2008. 

He went to Scotland 2 times in the years 2006-2007 and received advanced laparoscopic education. He awarded with ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey in the year 2009 for his contributions to the establishment of Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital Burn Center and for his related works. 

After completing his compulsory service at Kastamonu İnebolu State Hospital between the years 2009-2011, resigned from his duty at the state owned institutions, returned to Istanbul and started to work in private sector. He has been working as kidney transplant and general surgery specialist in Florence Nightingale group of hospitals since the year 2013. Since the year 2017, he has been serving as academic Doctor Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine of Demiroğlu Science University. He has more than 20 articles published in national and international journals in general surgery and kidney transplant and more than 30 proceedings that are submitted in national and international congresses. 

He also has been the book editor and chapter author on kidney transplant and he also has been chapter author in various surgery books. Dr Soykan Barlas has been awarded the title ‘General Surgery Associate Professor’ in the year 2020. Currently, he has been working within the organization of Medical Park Group of Hospitals .

 EXPERIENCES 

 İstanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital 2003-2008 (Specialization Education ) 

 İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital 2009 

 İnebolu State Hospital 2009-2011 (Compulsory Service Duty) 

 Private Hospitalium Şişli Hospital 2012-2013 

 Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2013-2020 

 Demiroğlu Science University Faculty of Medicine Surgery Department Lecturer 2017- Present 

 İstanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2020- Present 

 Private Osmanoğlu Hospital Şişli 2020-2022 Medical Park Göztepe Hospital 2022- present.

SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES 

1.Soykan Barlas,ArzuAkan,YavuzEryavuz,GirayYavuz,SedatKamalı,Gülçin Kamalı: PrimaryHydatidosis of thegluteusmuscle:Report of a caseandreview of theliterature. Ind JSurg.2016; 78(2): 161–162. 

2.Metin Kement, Hakan Ahmet Acar, İlhami Soykan Barlas, Nihat Aksakal, Cem Gezen, Uygar Düzci, Mustafa Öncel: Clinical evaluation of a temporaryfecalcontainmentdevicefornonsurgicalfecaldiversion in perinealburns. Ulus Trauma Emergency Surgery Journal. 2011; 17(2): 123-127 

3.Bilgin Y, Hot S,BarlasIS,AkanA,Eryavuz Y:Short andlongtermresults of harmonicscalpelhemorrhoidectomyversusstaplerhemorrhoidopexy in treatment of hemorrhoidaldisease. Asian J Surg. 2015;38(4):214-9. 

4.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Sakaci T, Koc Y, Basturk T, Akin EB, Ecder T. NewOnsetDiabetesAfterKidneyTransplantationandPretransplantHypoma gnesemia.ProgTransplant. 2016 Mar;26(1):55-61. doi: 10.1177/1526924816633949. 

5.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Altunrende F, Akin EB, Ecder T. CalcifiedDouble J StentafterSequentialLiverandRenalTransplantationAssociatedtoprim aryOxalosis: Case Report. BANTAO journal, 2015;13(2), 97-99. 

6.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, KuskuCabuk F, Akin EB, Ecder T. A veryraretumor in a renaltransplantdonorcandidate: primarymesentericneuroendocrinetumor.InternationalJournal Of AdvancesIn Case Reports, 2015;2(4):244-249 

7.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Akin EB, Ecder T. Shouldtransplantureter be stentedroutinelyor not?EurRevMedPharmacolSci. 2014;18(23):3551-6. 

8.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Koc Y, Basturk T, Sakaci T, Akin EB, Ecder T. Theincidence of newonsetdiabetesaftertransplantationandrelatedfactors: Singlecenterexperience. Nefrologia, 2017;37(2):181-188. 

9.Akin EB, Aydogdu I, Barlas IS. Introducing RobotAssistedLaparoscopicDonorNephrectomyAfterExperienceInHandAssistedRetroperitoneoscopicApproach. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2221-222. 

10. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Sardogan C, Akin EB. IncisionalComplicationsandCosmetic Evaluation AfterHand-AssistedRetroperitoneoscopicDonorNephrectomy. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2215-2220. 

11. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Ecder T, Akin EB. HandAssistedNephretomyPredisposesIncisionalHerniationInObeseL ivingDonors. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2210-2214. 

12.Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, KocY, Barlas IS, Abouzahir S,Ecder ST, Akin EB. TheOutcome of DesensitizationTherapy in Immunologically High-risk KidneyTransplantation: Single-Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2268-2273 

13.GodeOguten E, Barlas IS, Akin EB. MentalDistressSymptomsand Life SatisfactionamongLivingKidneyDonors: FrequencyandAssociationwithSubjectiveEvaluations. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2232-2236 

14. Atan Ucar Z,Sinangil A, Koc Y, Barlas IS, AbouzahirS, Ecder T, Akin EB. TheClinicalPrognosis Of TheRenalRetransplantPatients: A Single Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2274- 2278. 

15. Barlas IS, Demir M, Akın EB. A single-center nineyearexperience in pediatrickidneytransplantation. Cumhuriyet MedicalJournal 2020; 42 (1), 126-135

Dr. Manuel Rodrigo Prieto Aldape is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon in Guadalajara, Mexico. He has over 21 years of practice and has performed more than 3,500 procedures. He is board-certified in general surgery and bariatric surgery by the Mexican Board of General Surgery and CMCOEM. He holds a master’s in medical sciences. He completed his general surgery training at the Civil Hospital of Guadalajara. He later served as Chief of the Bariatric Surgery Unit at the same hospital.

He has taught dozens of residents and speaks at national and international congresses. His leadership roles include President of the College of General Surgeons of Jalisco. He is the Scientific Section Coordinator for Bariatric Surgery at the Mexican Association of General Surgery. He is also Head of the Education Committee of the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (2023–2025). His research includes 8 peer-reviewed papers and 2 book chapters on obesity, hernia repair, and metabolic outcomes.