Professional Experience

Bariatric Surgery Coordinator

Apera Health Group, Istanbul
2015 – Present

As the Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at Apera Health Group, Dr. Ertan oversees every stage of the bariatric treatment journey, from patient assessment and surgical planning to postoperative follow-up. He has played a key role in tens of thousands of successful bariatric procedures while leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.

Medical Director

Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, İzmir
2004 – 2006

Directed clinical operations, supervised healthcare departments, and implemented quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, operational efficiency, and evidence-based medical practices.

Attending Physician

Zonguldak Area Hospital
2000 – 2003

Provided comprehensive medical care, managed treatment plans, supervised resident physicians, and collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Areas of Expertise

• Bariatric Surgery Coordination
• Patient Assessment & Selection
• Preoperative Planning
• Postoperative Care & Follow-up
• Patient Care Management
• Surgical Risk Assessment
• Psychological Evaluation & Support
• Healthcare Quality Management
• Clinical Leadership
• General Practice
• Ethical & Professional Standards

International Training & Certifications

Continued Medical Education

European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, Belgium
2019

Completed advanced education covering current bariatric surgery guidelines, perioperative management, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Healthcare Quality & Patient Safety Certification

European Society for Quality in Healthcare, France
2015

Focused on healthcare quality standards, accreditation, patient safety strategies, and continuous quality improvement methodologies.

Nutrition & Metabolic Support Training

European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, Switzerland
2013

Advanced education in nutritional management, metabolic changes after bariatric surgery, and long-term patient support.

Ethics & Professionalism Training

European Society for Philosophy of Medicine and Healthcare, Netherlands
2012

Specialized training in medical ethics, informed consent, professionalism, confidentiality, and patient-centered healthcare practices.

Advanced Training in Bariatric Surgery

European School of Laparoscopic Surgery, Belgium
2011

Advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, revisional procedures, patient selection, perioperative care, and multidisciplinary treatment planning.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Ertan

• More than 20 years of medical experience
• Nearly a decade as Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at Apera Health Group
• Key contributor to tens of thousands of successful bariatric procedures
• Extensive expertise in patient assessment and treatment planning
• Internationally trained in bariatric surgery, nutrition, and healthcare quality
• Strong leadership in multidisciplinary bariatric care
• Dedicated to patient safety and long-term treatment success