Meet Prof. Dr. Gökhan Yağcı: An Expert in Bariatric and Oncological Surgery
Prof. Dr. Gökhan Yağcı is a highly distinguished General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist based in Ankara, Turkey, with a profound focus on bariatric (obesity) and metabolic surgery. With decades of experience and extensive international training at world-class institutions in the United States, he offers patients the highest standard of surgical care.
Extensive International Experience & Training
Dr. Yağcı’s commitment to excellence is demonstrated by his impressive career path. After graduating from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine and completing his residency at GATA, he pursued advanced training in the USA:
- Research Fellow: University of Wisconsin, Department of General Surgery, Transplantation Division (1999-2000).
- Clinical Fellow: University of Wisconsin, Department of General Surgery, Transplantation Division (2004).
- Advanced Training: Further specialized in Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and Oncologic Surgery at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic and Mayo Clinic.
Areas of Specialization
Prof. Dr. Yağcı is a leader in a wide range of advanced surgical procedures, dedicated to providing life-changing results for his patients. His key areas of expertise include:
- Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery: Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Balloon, Gastric Botox.
- Surgical Oncology: Robotic Surgery for Stomach Cancer, Colon Cancer Surgery, Peritoneal Cancer Surgery, Thyroid Cancer Treatment.
- Advanced General Surgery: Laser Hemorrhoid Treatment, Pilonidal Sinus (Microsinusectomy), Post-Bariatric Abdominoplasty.
A Commitment to Patient-Centered Care
Having achieved the title of Professor in 2006, Dr. Yağcı combines his vast academic knowledge with extensive hands-on surgical experience. He is dedicated to utilizing the latest technologies, including robotic surgery, to ensure optimal outcomes, faster recovery, and enhanced patient safety. His clinic in Ankara is a center of excellence for patients from around the world seeking transformative surgical solutions.
