Dr. Fakı Akın

Dr. Fakı Akın, a distinguished Uzman Doktor (Specialist Doctor) in Endocrinology and Metabolism Diseases, practices in the heart of Istanbul’s vibrant Bakırköy district. With a career dedicated to improving metabolic health, he combines rigorous scientific training with a compassionate, patient‑first approach that has earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in obesity and metabolic care. His clinic, located on İncirli Caddesi, serves as a welcoming hub where patients receive personalized guidance and evidence‑based treatment plans. Dr. Akın’s academic journey began in Belgium, where he completed his medical degree at Ghent University and honed his surgical skills during internships at Ruhr University in Germany. He then pursued a general surgery residency in some of Belgium’s most respected hospitals, gaining a solid foundation in complex operative techniques. This extensive training, coupled with continuous professional development, has equipped him with the expertise to address the most challenging cases in endocrine and metabolic disorders. Specializing in bariatric surgery, Dr. Akın offers a comprehensive suite of procedures—including RNY Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Mini Gastric Bypass, Gastric Balloon, and Gastric Botox—to help patients achieve lasting weight loss and improved metabolic health. He emphasizes a multidisciplinary, individualized care model that integrates pre‑operative assessment, meticulous surgical technique, and post‑operative nutritional support. By tailoring each intervention to a patient’s unique physiology and lifestyle, he ensures optimal outcomes and sustained wellness. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Akın is committed to patient education and community outreach. He regularly conducts seminars, workshops, and informational sessions to demystify bariatric surgery and empower individuals to make informed health decisions. His dedication to excellence, combined with a warm, empathetic bedside manner, makes him a sought‑after specialist for those seeking transformative care in Istanbul.