Overview

Prof. Dr. Turgut Karaca is a Professor in General Surgery with 24 years of experience, based in Hatay, Turkey. He founded the Burn Center in 2013 and Wound Care Center in 2014 at İskenderun State Hospital. He is an expert in bariatric surgery, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon procedures, with affiliations to JCI-certified hospitals. Dr. Karaca graduated from Ankara University Medical Faculty and completed his general surgery residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

Education

Medical School
Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
1995 – 2001

Residency
4th Surgical Clinic of Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
General Surgery Residency, 2002 – 2006

Specialties

Prof. Dr. Turgut Karaca specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery, with expertise in advanced weight loss procedures and surgical treatment for obesity-related conditions. His specialties include revision bariatric surgery, mini gastric bypass, intragastric balloon procedures, and diabetes surgery.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Prof. Dr. Turgut Karaca performs a range of bariatric and metabolic procedures designed to support significant and lasting weight loss. His surgical expertise includes revision bariatric surgery, mini gastric bypass, and diabetes surgery, as well as intragastric balloon treatment as a non-surgical weight loss option.

Years of Experience

24 years

Languages Spoken

Turkish, English, German