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Dr. Ersoy Taspinar

Dr. Ersoy Taspinar

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Bursa, Turkey

18 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English

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About Dr. Ersoy Taspinar

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Ersoy Taspinar provides treatment for several conditions as we have listed below::

  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer

Bariatric or weight loss surgeries are procedures which do not just resolve the issues of weight loss but help you with several related conditions which are introduced as a result of the excess weight. Severe sleep apnea, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure have a direct correlation with being obese or overweight and it is all such conditions that can be resolved with a weight loss surgery. Prevention of fresh weight gain and removal of the excess weight are both achieved by the surgeon through the procedures they perform.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Ersoy Taspinar

The signs and symptoms which are a sure go ahead for someone to qualify for Bariatric Surgery are:

  1. BMI ≥ 40, or more than 45 pounds overweight
  2. BMI ≥ 35, and one or more obesity-related co-morbidities
  3. Inability to lose and maintain weight even with sustained weight loss efforts

Their are several co-morbidities which if you are suffering from strengthen your case for a Bariatric surgery. We bring to you the many co-morbidities that have a natural correlation with being obese.:

  • Individuals with BMI 35- 39.9 and underlying obesity-related health problem like; cardiovascular disease, type -2 diabetes, sleep disorders, stroke, hypertension and chronic acid reflux.
  • Individuals with BMI 40 or higher

Being overweight is never a problem that comes alone but is always accompanied with related health conditions like Hypertension, Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes and Osteoarthritis.

Operating Hours of Dr Ersoy Taspinar

The doctor is present during the operating hours of 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays and on weekends from 10 am to 2 pm.. The doctor has a vast experience in performing bariatric procedures and is known to go above and beyond to find the best solution for the patients.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Ersoy Taspinar

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Ersoy Taspinar are as follows:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal

Gastric bypass has been understood to be one of the most effective surgery for weight loss as it changes the way the small intestine and stomach manage what you eat. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands are some of the other popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown promising results. Let us have a look at the risks that are present if you are getting a weight loss surgery performed.:

• Acid reflux • Anesthesia-related risks • Chronic nausea and vomiting • Dilation of esophagus • Inability to eat certain foods • Infection • Obstruction of stomach • Weight gain or failure to lose weight

Qualification

  • Medical School - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2000
  • Specialization Training - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2013

Work Experiences

  • Cekirge State Hospital, 2001-2007
  • Uludag University Medical Faculty, 2007-2013
  • Sirnak State Hospital, 2013-2015
  • Bursa KHB General Secretariat. Medical Services Coordinator, 2015
  • Bursa Private Arrhythmia Osmangazi Hospital, 2015-2017

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Procedures Performed

Adhesion Lysis
Appendectomy
Cardiomyotomy
Foregut Surgery
Gastric Bypass
Hemicolectomy
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lap Gastric Banding
Laparoscopic Colon Resection
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
Low Anterior Resection
Meckel's Diverticulectomy Treatment
Nissen Fundoplication
Pancreatectomy
Pancreatic Surgery
Partial Colectomy
Proctectomy
Retroperitoneum Surgery
Robotic Hernia Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Small Bowel Resection
Splenectomy
Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy
Subtotal Proctocolectomy
Total Colectomy
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ersoy Taspinar is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ankara, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Ersoy Taspinar is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 18 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

These surgeons help patients who have excess weight lose the weight and keep from gaining excess weight. Here is a list of some additional positives of weight loss procedures other than being a solution for obesity.:

• Long-term remission for type 2 diabetes • Improved cardiovascular health • Better mental health • Remove sleep apnea • Joint pain relief • Improved fertility

The procedures help in either reducing the food intake or by keeping a check on how much nutrients are absorbed by the body or with a combination of both. Prescribing medicines and tests as well as recommending dietary and lifestyle changes post the procedures is all the responsibility of Bariatric surgeon.

Here are the recommended tests prior to and during consultation with a Bariatric Surgeon.:

  • Blood work
  • Complete metabolic panel including calcium and liver function tests
  • CBC
  • Thyroid function tests
  • B12
  • Lipid panel
  • Fe Panel
  • EKG
  • HgbA1C (if known diabetic)
  • Folate, thiamine
  • CXR
  • Cardiac echo – hx of phen-fen or long-standing sleep apnea or cardiac risk screen
  • Homocysteine, C-Reactive protein, lipoprotein a – to assess cardiac risk factors
  • Stress test

The importance of these tests cannot be underlined enough because the treatment process is based on them. Any persons physiological status can be gauged by the urine and blood tests which are recommended by the Bariatric Surgeon quite often. In order to check how appropriate the process is going to be the surgeon recommends tests related to the respiratory and heart functions as well such as Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing etc.

Your best option is to consult with a Bariatric Surgeon when even medical and alternative weight loss methods are not helping you to lose and maintain the right weight. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. You can also choose to consult the doctor for pre operative recommendations and post operative rehabilitative steps.

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