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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Ugur Acalin provides treatment for several conditions as we have listed below::

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

Many different health issues are introduced in patients who are overweight and are eligible for weight loss or bariatric surgery. 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 Ugur Acalin

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

Co-morbidities are also present when you are suffering from obesity and these make it even more important for you to get the Bariatric surgery. 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.

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 Ugur Acalin

10 am to 7 pm are the operating hours of the doctor on weekdays and 10 am to 2 pm on weekends. 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 Ugur Acalin

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Ugur Acalin are as follows:

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Abdominoplasty ( Tummy Tuck)
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Appendectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal

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. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands are some of the other popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown promising results. We bring to you the various complications and risks that are natural to occur when a weight loss procedure has been 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

  • Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • Specialization General Surgery at Adnan Menderes University

Past Experiences

  • General Surgery Specialist - Private Hospital, Turkey
  • Present, General Surgery Specialist at Private Lokman Hekim Esnaf 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)
  • Appendectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ugur Acalin have?
Dr. Ugur Acalin is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ugur Acalin offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ugur Acalin have?
Dr. Ugur Acalin is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 15 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

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. The procedures that help people lose weight have additional health benefits as well like:

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

It is the prerogative of the surgeon to choose the kind of procedure to help lose weight, by reducing intake of food, reducing how much nutrients the body is absorbing or the one which uses both techniques together. The surgeons' responsibility is not just to complete the procedure but to also help with the post operative dos and don'ts regards the diet and exercise, direct which tests are to be done and to prescribe the right medications.

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

When you are consulting a Bariatric Surgeon, kindly get these tests done before and during the consultation as per the surgeons' recommendation.:

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

The importance of these tests cannot be underlined enough because the treatment process is based on them. The Urinalysis and the blood function related tests are representative of the overall health of the person undergoing treatment. 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.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

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. It is also wise to consider the weight and other health parameters before you decide to consider a Bariatric surgery. It is also for pre operative consultation and post operative rehabilitation that you can consult the surgeon.