Türkçapar Bariatrics

Türkçapar Bariatrics ASMBS ve IFSO üyesi. Bu federasyon tarafından verilen "Center of Excellence" ünvanı sahibi. Prof. Ayazmadere Cad. Yeşilçimen Sok. No:9 34349 Fulya-Beşiktaş / İs

Dr. Ahmet Türkçapar - İleri Laporoskopi /// 0 532 173 77 53 /// Dikilitaş Mah.

07/08/2026

Why does weight regain occur after obesity treatment?
The body tends to recognize the highest weight it has reached as its “normal” weight. Factors such as genetics, hormones, metabolic rate, and energy balance can make it difficult to maintain weight loss.
Therefore, regardless of whether weight loss is achieved through diet, medication, or bariatric surgery, some degree of weight regain may occur over time. This phenomenon is commonly referred to as weight cycling or the yo-yo effect in the medical literature.
Currently, there is no treatment that can completely eliminate the risk of weight regain after obesity treatment. For this reason, successful obesity management relies on appropriate patient selection, long-term follow-up, sustainable lifestyle changes, and the development of healthy, lasting habits.
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⚠️ Bu içerik, hastanın yazılı onayı alınarak paylaşılmıştır. Tedavi sonuçları her hastanın sağlık durumu ve bireysel özelliklerine bağlı olarak farklılık gösterebilir. Cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemler hakkında karar vermeden önce hekiminizden detaylı bilgi almanız önemle tavsiye edilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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-1analogları

24/07/2026

GLP-1 analogs can reduce appetite, but healthy and sustainable weight loss is not achieved by medication alone. The success of treatment depends on proper nutrition, regular physical activity, and long-term lifestyle changes.
✅ DO
•⁠ ⁠Start your meals with protein.
•⁠ ⁠Meet your daily protein requirements.
•⁠ ⁠Stay well hydrated.
•⁠ ⁠Include fiber-rich foods in your diet.
•⁠ ⁠Exercise regularly, especially resistance training.
❌ DON’T
•⁠ ⁠Skip protein because you’re “not hungry.”
•⁠ ⁠Skip meals.
•⁠ ⁠Replace meals with coffee.
•⁠ ⁠Assume exercise is unnecessary because you’re taking medication.
•⁠ ⁠Focus only on the number on the scale.
Remember, the goal is not just to lose weight—it is to lose fat while preserving muscle mass. A successful GLP-1 treatment plan combines medication with balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and ongoing professional follow-up.
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⚠️ Bu içerik, hastanın yazılı onayı alınarak paylaşılmıştır. Tedavi sonuçları her hastanın sağlık durumu ve bireysel özelliklerine bağlı olarak farklılık gösterebilir. Cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemler hakkında karar vermeden önce hekiminizden detaylı bilgi almanız önemle tavsiye edilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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-1analogları

19/07/2026

Do medications commonly known as “stomach protectors” really protect the stomach?
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are highly effective medications when used for appropriate indications, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other acid-related conditions. However, like any medication, unnecessary or prolonged use without proper medical supervision may lead to certain unwanted changes.
In this video, we review endoscopic images demonstrating multiple gastric polyps that may be associated with long-term PPI use.
The key point is this:
For many patients with reflux disease, the problem is not simply excessive stomach acid. If an anatomical abnormality such as a hiatal hernia is present, medications may temporarily relieve the symptoms, but they do not correct the underlying cause.

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⚠️ Bu içerik, hastanın yazılı onayı alınarak paylaşılmıştır. Tedavi sonuçları her hastanın sağlık durumu ve bireysel özelliklerine bağlı olarak farklılık gösterebilir. Cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemler hakkında karar vermeden önce hekiminizden detaylı bilgi almanız önemle tavsiye edilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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05/07/2026

GLP-1 analogues, commonly known as weight loss injections, have become an important component of obesity treatment today.
But how should we evaluate these therapies at the current stage? What does the future hold? Which patients are the right candidates, and when and how should these medications be used?
To address these important questions from a multidisciplinary perspective, we are organizing a comprehensive meeting on September 12.
This meeting will be held under the leadership of the KEPAN Association, and I am honored to serve as the Chair of the Obesity Working Group for this initiative.
This multidisciplinary consensus meeting will bring together experts from endocrinology, general surgery, nutrition and dietetics, as well as other healthcare disciplines involved in obesity management. Together, we will evaluate GLP-1 therapies from every angle, based on the latest scientific evidence.
I warmly invite all physicians, dietitians, and healthcare professionals with an interest in obesity treatment to save the date September 12.
The detailed program and registration information will be announced soon.

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⚠️ Bu içerik, hastanın yazılı onayı alınarak paylaşılmıştır. Tedavi sonuçları her hastanın sağlık durumu ve bireysel özelliklerine bağlı olarak farklılık gösterebilir. Cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemler hakkında karar vermeden önce hekiminizden detaylı bilgi almanız önemle tavsiye edilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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23/06/2026

“I had forgotten what it felt like to eat…”
After a stomach surgery she underwent 10 years ago, she struggled for nearly 3 years with persistent vomiting, difficulty eating, reflux, and symptoms that seriously affected her quality of life.
Following a comprehensive evaluation, we performed a Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass revision surgery.
Just 1 week after her operation:
✅ Her vomiting has stopped
✅ She is sleeping comfortably again
✅ She can eat fruits and vegetables
✅ She is no longer afraid of eating
✅ She feels free again
“Right now, I’m experiencing an incredible transformation. Honestly, I’m still in shock. Being able to eat fruits and vegetables, being able to sleep comfortably at night… I had forgotten what those things felt like.”

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⚠️ Bu içerik, hastanın yazılı onayı alınarak paylaşılmıştır. Tedavi sonuçları her hastanın sağlık durumu ve bireysel özelliklerine bağlı olarak farklılık gösterebilir. Cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemler hakkında karar vermeden önce hekiminizden detaylı bilgi almanız önemle tavsiye edilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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15/06/2026

Our patient had previously undergone sleeve gastrectomy at another medical center. Over the years, she developed severe gastroesophageal reflux and symptoms that significantly reduced her quality of life, leading her to seek care at our clinic.
After a comprehensive evaluation, we determined that the most appropriate treatment for her current anatomical condition was a revision to a Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.
Today, she is 4 months after surgery:
✅ Her reflux symptoms have completely resolved.
✅ Her episodes of vomiting have stopped.
✅ Her quality of life has improved significantly.
✅ Her follow-up evaluations and laboratory results are in good condition.
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⚠️ Her cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemde sonuçlar kişiden kişiye değişiklik gösterebilir. İşlem öncesinde hekiminizden detaylı görüş almanız önerilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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09/06/2026

Recently, medications such as Saxenda, Ozempic, and Mounjaro have brought tremendous hope to the treatment of obesity. However, one important fact remains: these therapies are effective only while they are being used.
Once discontinued, weight regain is common.
Studies published in JAMA suggest that while these medications are highly effective, their long-term impact remains more limited compared with bariatric surgery.
💡 Bariatric surgery continues to be one of the most durable treatment options, while GLP-1 therapies provide significant benefits through mechanisms such as:
•⁠ ⁠Appetite regulation
•⁠ ⁠Suppression of hunger signals through the brain
•⁠ ⁠Metabolic support
⚖️ However, potential side effects, the risk of muscle loss, and the need for proper nutritional support should not be overlooked.
🥗 Adequate protein intake and resistance exercise should be considered essential components of treatment to help preserve lean muscle mass.
🔁 The future of obesity treatment is no longer about a single approach:
Bariatric surgery combined with GLP-1 therapy is emerging as a promising strategy.
This combined approach may improve both preoperative preparation and long-term postoperative weight management, marking the beginning of a new era in obesity care.

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⚠️ Her cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemde sonuçlar kişiden kişiye değişiklik gösterebilir. İşlem öncesinde hekiminizden detaylı görüş almanız önerilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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-1analogları

05/06/2026

Using GLP-1 analogs and eating less does not always mean better results.

Your appetite may have decreased. However, getting through the day with just a few bites does not necessarily mean that you are meeting your body’s nutritional needs.

Because the goal during this process is not simply weight loss. The real objective is to achieve healthy, sustainable fat loss while preserving muscle mass.

Therefore, when using GLP-1 analogs:

✅ Daily protein intake should be carefully monitored
✅ Prolonged fasting should be avoided
✅ Adequate fluid intake should be maintained
✅ Vitamin and mineral deficiencies should not be overlooked
✅ A personalized nutrition plan should be created

And most importantly:

GLP-1 analogs are not a miracle on their own.

These medications provide the best results when combined with proper nutrition, regular physical activity, and ongoing follow-up with healthcare professionals, including physicians and dietitians.

The goal is not simply to lower the number on the scale, but to achieve healthy, lasting change while preserving muscle mass.

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⚠️ Her cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemde sonuçlar kişiden kişiye değişiklik gösterebilir. İşlem öncesinde hekiminizden detaylı görüş almanız önerilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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-1analogları iğneleri

22/05/2026

“It’s not ‘I had surgery, and everything is solved’…
The real journey begins after surgery. 🌿
Muhammed lost 40 kilograms.
Now he can climb stairs without getting out of breath, move more freely, and enjoy a much better quality of life.
But this success is not only the result of surgery.
Because sustainable success in obesity treatment requires:
📌 behavior change,
📌 regular follow-up,
📌 team support,
📌 support groups, and
📌 a complete lifestyle transformation.
Weight-loss injections may work while they are being used.
However, lasting results require changing eating behaviors and daily habits.
That’s why the post-surgery process is so important:
✅ regular check-ups,
✅ private support groups,
✅ dietitian and mentor support,
✅ and an active lifestyle habit.
Because obesity treatment is not a quick fix it is a lifelong journey. ✨

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⚠️ Her cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemde sonuçlar kişiden kişiye değişiklik gösterebilir. İşlem öncesinde hekiminizden detaylı görüş almanız önerilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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14/05/2026

Egemen underwent sleeve gastrectomy surgery 5 years ago at 180 kg and lost 75 kg.
He maintained his weight loss successfully for years. However, over time, as he moved away from the lifestyle and behavioral changes that supported his success, weight regain began and he reached 137 kg again.
In the last 5 months, the process for 137 kg was not managed with just a “weight loss injection.”
With the support of a physician, dietitian, mentor guidance, and regular follow-ups; the treatment was carefully structured through a protein-focused nutrition plan, muscle-preserving exercises, and detailed body analyses.
Today, at the 5th month of treatment, he has reached 104 kg again.
Because in obesity treatment, the goal is not simply to lose weight on the scale.
The real goal is to achieve healthy, sustainable fat loss without losing muscle mass.
⚠️ When GLP-1 analogs and medications such as Mounjaro are used unconsciously or without proper supervision, they may lead to serious muscle loss, protein deficiency, and other health problems.
For this reason, treatment should always be carried out under the supervision of a physician and dietitian.
Obesity treatment is not just a surgery it is a long-term lifestyle transformation.

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⚠️ Her cerrahi veya girişimsel işlemde sonuçlar kişiden kişiye değişiklik gösterebilir. İşlem öncesinde hekiminizden detaylı görüş almanız önerilir.
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Phone & WhatsApp
📞 +90 (850) 259 73 63
+90 (538) 445 01 66
🌐www.turkcaparbariatrics.com
📍Turkey/Istanbul
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Fulya Açık MR Binası 4. Kat Dikilitaş Mah. Ayazmadere Caddesi Yeşilçimen Sok. No:9
Ortaköy
34349

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