Burak Kavlakogluu

Prof. Burak Kavlakoglu is a general surgeon in Istanbul specializing in weight loss surgery. He is a Professor and previously held leadership roles as Chief Physician. Dr. Kavlakoglu currently treats patients at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

Specialization in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery

Prof. Kavlakoglu focuses on surgical solutions for obesity. He performs a variety of restrictive and malabsorptive procedures. These include gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass.

The doctor also provides metabolic surgery for patients with weight-related health issues. For non-surgical options, he offers gastric balloon placement. His practice also includes stomach stapling and gastric band adjustments.

Prof. Kavlakoglu treats the late stages of patient transformation. He performs post-bariatric plastic surgery to remove excess skin. This procedure helps patients achieve their final body contour goals after significant weight loss.

Work Experience

• 2024–Present – Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, Istanbul – General Surgeon, Obesity Surgery
• 2020–2024 – Bahçeşehir International University, Batumi – General Surgeon, Obesity Surgery
• 2018–2020 – Medicine Hospital Istanbul – General Surgeon, Obesity Surgery
• 2017–2018 – Kolan Hospital, Istanbul – General Surgeon, Obesity Surgery
• 2014–2017 – Mighty Hospital, Ankara – General Surgeon, Obesity Surgery
• 2012–2014 – Koru Hospital, Ankara – Chief Physician
• 2011–2012 – Elazığ Education and Research Hospital – Head of General Surgery Department
• 2006–2011 – Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Department
• 2002–2006 – Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital – Chief Physician and Head of General Surgery Department
• 1992–1996 – Istanbul Dr. Lütfi Kirdar Kartal Education and Research Hospital – Emergency and Trauma Service

Education and Training

• 2020 – Promotion to Professor
• 2012 – Associate Professor Title
• 1992–1996 – Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Specialty Training
• 1986–1991 – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree