Endo-ultrasound in Egepol Hospitals

Egepol Hospitals is a private medical group in the Konak district of İzmir, Turkey. Part of Egepol Health Group, founded in 1999, the hospital opened in April 2009. It serves both local and international patients. The facility has 325 beds and employs more than 1,000 healthcare professionals.

Accreditations and Academic Achievements

Egepol Hospitals is JCI-accredited, meeting strict international safety and quality standards. The medical team includes 37 doctors who actively participate in global scientific research. These specialists have produced over 50 peer-reviewed publications. They have also presented more than 100 times at national congresses. Several physicians completed advanced training at Charité University Hospital in Berlin and IRCAD in Strasbourg.

Specialized Medical Departments

The hospital operates as a multi-specialty hub with units for complex surgical and medical care. Patients from countries like Australia and Kazakhstan travel here for treatment in these areas:

• Obesity Surgery: Non-surgical gastric balloons and surgical options like Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass.
• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Rhinoplasty, facelifts, liposuction, and breast reconstruction.
• Gastroenterology: Treatment for inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis.
• Neurosurgery: Brain tumors and degenerative spine conditions like scoliosis and herniated discs.
• Oral and Dental Health: Dental implants with advanced digital imaging and personalized planning.

The hospital also provides pediatrics and pediatric cardiology services for newborns and children.

Surgical and Diagnostic Methods

Surgeons at Egepol favor minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery. In orthopedics, Dr. Mehmet Ali Akan performs arthroscopic knee surgery. This method uses a 6 mm optical instrument to treat meniscus issues without large incisions. Patients often return home the same day. For obesity care, gastric balloons help with portion control without permanent surgical changes.

The neurosurgery department uses the Da Vinci Robotic System for precision in complex procedures. This technology helps surgeons work on delicate areas of the brain and spine with greater accuracy. For dental patients, Digital Smile Design (DSD) simulates aesthetic results before treatment begins.

The gastroenterology department, led by Dr. Adnan Kırcı and Dr. Murat Meral, uses several advanced diagnostic tools:

• Capsule Endoscopy: A wireless camera in a pill for imaging the small intestine.
• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS): Combines endoscopy and ultrasound for detailed tissue images.
• Liver Elastography: A non-invasive way to check liver stiffness and health.
• ERCP: A procedure to diagnose and treat problems in the bile and pancreatic ducts.

These tools allow for personalized treatment plans for digestive and liver diseases.

Services for International Patients

A dedicated International Patient Team coordinates every step for visitors from abroad. The hospital provides VIP transfers between the airport, hotel, and clinic for smooth travel. Multilingual support is available 24/7 in English for medical consultations and logistics. Patients receive structured recovery guidance and follow-up care after returning to their home countries.