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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Here is a detailed list of conditions for which Dr. Huseyin Akyol provides treatment.:

  • Loose Abdominal Skin and Muscles
  • Morbid Obesity

Many different health issues are introduced in patients who are overweight and are eligible for weight loss or bariatric surgery. High blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes or severe sleep apnea are conditions often interlinked with obesity and with good scientific reasoning to back it up. 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 Huseyin Akyol

Your being qualified for a weight loss or bariatric surgery is dependent on these signs:

  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

The case for getting a Bariatric surgery becomes stronger if you are having co-morbidities with the obesity. We bring to you the many co-morbidities that have a natural correlation with being obese.:

  • Individuals with BMI 40 or higher
  • 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.

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 Huseyin Akyol

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.. It is always the effort of the surgeon to ensure that the patients gets the best of treatment which is enabled by the surgeons indepth experience in this field.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Huseyin Akyol

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Huseyin Akyol are as follows:

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Abdominoplasty ( Tummy Tuck)

The way your small intestine and stomach handle your food is changed and this plays a major role in Gastric Bypass being one of the most effective weight loss surgeries. Their are also other weight loss procedures that can help people lose weight like the Minigastric bypass, Gastric bands and Sleeve Gastrectomy. The complications and risks that can occur when their has been a weight loss surgery are as follows::

• 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

  • Uludag University School of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Various research articles and papers submitted in international and national journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Abdominoplasty ( Tummy Tuck)
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Huseyin Akyol have?
Dr. Huseyin Akyol is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bahcelievler, Turkey.
Does Dr. Huseyin Akyol offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Huseyin Akyol have?
Dr. Huseyin Akyol is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 14 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

The Bariatric Surgeons provide assistance to patients in losing weight and in avoiding to gain back the excess weight. Do have a look at some more benefits of losing weight via Bariatric procedures.:

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

A Bariatric Surgeon help patients lose weight through three kinds of procedures either through ones which somehow lower the intake of food, second ones aim to lessen how much nutrients are absorbed and the third are a combination of both. It is of prime importance that not only do you lose the weight but your lifestyle and diet is an enabler so that you do not gain the weight back and this is also what the surgeon assists you with.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Bariatric Surgeon?

The tests that are to be done prior to and during a Bariatric surgery are listed below for your convenience.:

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

The tests completed anytime in the duration of the procedure enhance the quality of treatment being provided. Blood and urine tests are standard tests that are testament to the physiological makeup of the body and are routinely recommended by Bariatric Surgeons. It is tests such as Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation that are useful in presenting a truthful picture of how well the heart and the respiratory system is functioning.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

It is wise to consider consulting with a Bariatric Surgeon when all the medical and alternative treatment methods have not yielded you the best results. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. It is also for pre operative consultation and post operative rehabilitation that you can consult the surgeon.