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Dr. Tuna Yildirim

Dr. Tuna Yildirim

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

28 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

Tuna Yildirim is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

Specialises in:

Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)Morbid ObesityColon Cancer and Bowel DiseasesCholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma

About Dr. Tuna Yildirim

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

We bring to you the conditions which are being treated by Dr. Tuna Yildirim.:

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

Being overweight is not an individual problem but it introduces to you various health conditions which are developed 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. They also help in not just reversing the weight gain through the procedure but ensure that the weight does not return.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Tuna Yildirim

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. Here are the other co-morbidities which one can suffer from if they are overweight.:

  • 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

When you are obese, then Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes, Hypertension and Osteoarthritis are conditions that are bound to crop up sooner rather than later.

Operating Hours of Dr Tuna Yildirim

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 Tuna Yildirim

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Tuna Yildirim are as follows:

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

The digestion of the food is changed with Gastric bypass operation and thus it is known as one of the most effective weight loss procedures. Some popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown great results over a period of time are Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands. 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

  • Haydarpasa Numune Egitim ve Arastirma Hastanesi Genel Cerrahi, 1995
  • Istanbul Universitesi Cerrahpasa Tip Fakultesi, 1989
  • Kocasinan Lisesi, 1982

Work Experiences

  • Haydarpasa Numune Hastanesi Genel Cerrahi Bolumu, 1996
  • Beykoz Devlet Hastanesi / Genel Gerrahi Uzmani, 1995 - 1997
  • Beykoz Devlet Hastanesi, 1995 - 1997
  • T.C. Saglik Bakanligi Ankara Numune Hastanesi, 1990-1991

Memberships (2)

  • Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
  • National Surgical Association

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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. Tuna Yildirim is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Tuna Yildirim is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 28 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

Bariatric Surgeon help patients to lose weight and to keep the weight off i.e., they assist patients who are obese with weight loss and weight management. 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

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.

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

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

As the direction of treatment is based on these tests, it is important to get these tests performed on the patients. The tests which are considered essential are the blood and the urine tests which give the right picture about the physiological status of anyone. Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation provide the a good picture of the condition of the heart and the respiratory functions.

If your weight loss journey has been sketchy and not steady despite your best efforts with alternative and medical weight loss methods then a Bariatric Surgeon is your best option. It is also wise to consider the weight and other health parameters before you decide to consider a Bariatric surgery. Both for post operative rehabilitation as well as pre operative preparation a consultation with the surgeon can be arranged.

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