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Dr. Elnur
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Dr. Elnur Verified Board-Certified General Surgeon

General Surgery Specialist

Speaks: English, Turkish, Azerbaijani, Russian

Ataköy 7-8-9-10. Kısım, No:16/2 D:246 E-5 Bakırköy/İstanbul

  • Full Time, Online Consultation Available

  • 97% Recommended

  • Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, ABD

  • 4400+ Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeries
  • 3500+ Sleeve & Bypass Procedures
  • 2400+ Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeries
  • 2250+ Revision & Diabetes Surgeries

Op. Dr. Elnur – General Surgeon in Istanbul - Doctor's Bio

A leading general surgeon specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery, renowned for his proficiency in advanced laparoscopic techniques. After completing his medical degree, he finished his general surgery residency at one of Istanbul's premier training and research hospitals. To broaden his surgical vision internationally, he served as an observer at one of the world's most prestigious centers for metabolic surgery in the United States.

Clinical Focus

His clinical practice is centered on the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes and the management of obesity. He performs complex procedures with a high success rate, including:

  • Sleeve gastrectomy
  • Gastric bypass
  • Revision surgery

All operations are performed using minimally invasive (laparoscopic) methods, prioritizing patient comfort and a faster recovery process.

Experience Beyond Bariatrics

In addition to his profound experience in bariatric surgery, he has successfully performed hundreds of laparoscopic procedures for:

  • Reflux
  • Gallbladder
  • Hernia repair

Languages & Patient Communication

His fluency in multiple foreign languages, including English and Russian, allows him to communicate directly with international patients in their native tongue, ensuring a relationship of trust and comfort throughout the treatment process.

Care Philosophy

He is known for his patient-centered approach and surgical precision.

Professional Memberships

Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association

Turkish Surgical Association (TCD)

Awards & Recognition

Patient Testimonials

International Patient Reviews for Facial Aesthetic Surgery in Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

Typically if your BMI ≥40, or ≥35 with obesity-related conditions (e.g., Type 2 Diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension), and lifestyle/medical therapy hasn’t worked. A full consultation and labs are required to confirm eligibility

It depends on your BMI, reflux history, diabetes control, eating patterns, and any previous surgeries. After evaluation, we tailor the choice—e.g., bypass for significant reflux/diabetes; sleeve for volume control; revision when prior procedures failed.

With laparoscopic techniques, hospital stay is usually 1–2 nights. Most patients walk the same day, return to desk work in 7–14 days, and avoid heavy lifting for 4–6 weeks.

Many patients see major improvement or remission of diabetes, especially after gastric bypass. Reflux often improves with the correct procedure and, when needed, concurrent hiatal hernia repair. Individual results vary; long-term follow-up is essential.

Possible risks include bleeding, leak, clots, infection, and nutritional deficiencies. We reduce risk through careful pre-op assessment, standardized protocols (DVT prevention, antibiotics), intra-op leak testing, and structured aftercare with nutrition and labs.

Yes. Consultations and care are available in English, Russian, and Turkish. We help with travel planning, pre-op testing, and post-op follow-ups via secure messaging/telemedicine.