Hiatal Hernia Treatment in Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy
About the clinic
Hiatal hernia treatment at the clinic of Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy in Ankara, Turkey, focuses on minimally invasive surgery to reduce symptoms like acid reflux. Prof. Dr. Soy leads the practice with over 10 years of experience in general surgery and active membership in the International College of Surgeons. The clinic follows ERAS protocols to help patients recover faster after their procedure.
Diagnostic process for hiatal hernia
Before surgery, patients undergo several tests to determine the size of the hernia and its effect on the esophagus. These diagnostics help the surgeon plan the most effective repair method. The clinic offers the following tests:
- Endoscopy. This allows the doctor to view the esophagus and stomach directly.
- Barium swallow study. A special X-ray that shows the shape of the upper digestive tract.
- Manometry. This test measures the pressure and movement of the esophageal muscles.
- 24-hour pH monitoring. A test to track how much stomach acid is entering the esophagus.
Minimally invasive surgical treatment
The primary treatment at the clinic is laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair. This technique involves making 4 or 5 small incisions rather than a large opening. In complex cases, Prof. Dr. Soy can perform the surgery using a robotic system for higher precision. The surgery aims to move the stomach back into the abdomen and tighten the opening in the diaphragm.
Patients typically stay in the hospital for 1 or 2 days following the procedure. The use of ERAS protocols helps manage pain and encourages early movement. Most patients return to their daily activities within 2 weeks, while full internal healing takes about 4 to 6 weeks. This approach significantly reduces reflux symptoms and minimizes scarring.
Expertise of Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy
Prof. Dr. Soy is a highly published surgeon with nearly 100 international journal articles and 500+ citations. She previously served as the Director of the International Patient Department at Başkent University. Her professional background includes memberships in The Transplantation Society and the International College of Surgeons. The clinic supports international patients with multilingual consultations and easy online appointment scheduling.
If you are experiencing symptoms of a hiatal hernia, you can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss your treatment options.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Hemorrhoidectomy | Price on request | |
| Rectal resection | Price on request | |
| Robotic low anterior resection (LAR) | Price on request | |
| Surgery | Price on request | |
| Rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids | Price on request | |
| Umbilical hernia repair | Price on request | |
| Small intestine resection | Price on request | |
| Resection of gallbladder | Price on request | |
| Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy) | Price on request | |
| Lumpectomy | Price on request | |
| Whipple surgery | Price on request | |
| Distal Pancreatectomy | Price on request | |
| Colectomy (large bowel resection) | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic mesorectumrctonomy | Price on request | |
| Inguinal hernia surgery | Price on request | |
| Surgical excision of fibroadenoma | Price on request | |
| Hiatal hernia repair | Price on request | |
| Thyroidectomy | Price on request | |
| Resection of large intestine | Price on request | |
| Resection of the esophagus | Price on request | |
| Appendectomy | Price on request | |
| Сholecystectomy | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair | Price on request |
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Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy: more details about the clinic
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy is a private general surgery practice in Ankara, Turkey. The clinic treats conditions affecting the digestive system, breast, thyroid, and soft tissues. Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy leads the practice and performs all surgeries personally. The facility uses modern perioperative pathways to improve patient safety and recovery speed.
Clinical Expertise and Academic Background
Dr. Soy is a Professor of General Surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience. She has authored nearly 100 articles in internationally indexed journals and received over 500 citations. She trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Başkent University. Her memberships include:
- International College of Surgeons (ICS)
- The Transplantation Society (TTS)
- Middle East Society for Organ Transplantation
- Turkic World Transplantation Society
- Turkish Surgical Association
Her scientific output includes over 200 papers and chapters in medical textbooks in both Turkish and English.
General Surgery and Proctology
The clinic treats a wide range of abdominal and digestive system diseases. Surgical plans are tailored based on diagnostic tests, clinical condition, and risk level. Specialists use Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to reduce surgical stress. These include preoperative carbohydrate loading and multimodal analgesia for opioid-free pain control.
Proctology services cover diagnosis and treatment of anal region diseases. Options for hemorrhoid therapy include:
- Classic hemorrhoidectomy
- Stapled techniques
- Laser-based procedures
- Rubber band ligation for early-stage cases
For anal fistula surgery, the choice between tract excision or seton technique depends on sphincter proximity. Laser surgery for fistulas typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Patients who undergo minimally invasive laser treatments often return to daily activities within a few days.
Breast and Endocrine Surgery
The practice manages both benign and malignant breast conditions. For breast abscesses, the clinic uses ultrasound-guided percutaneous needle aspiration as the primary treatment. Most patients return to normal activities the same day. More complex multiloculated abscesses may need surgical drainage to empty multiple cavities.
Endocrine surgery focuses on thyroid disorders and papillary thyroid cancer. Dr. Soy favors modern decision-making, where thyroid lobectomy removes only the affected lobe for low-risk disease. This avoids unnecessary total thyroidectomy and reduces the need for radioactive iodine therapy. Guidelines are followed to avoid routine prophylactic lymph node dissection in low-risk cases.
Advanced Diagnostic and Surgical Methods
The clinic relies on detailed physiological mapping to ensure treatment accuracy. For hiatal hernia and GERD, planning includes endoscopy, manometry, and 24-hour pH monitoring. These tests confirm the diagnosis before any surgery is considered. When surgery is needed, the clinic uses small-incision techniques to reduce recovery time.
The practice is equipped for various diagnostic assessments:
- Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
- Breast MRI and mammography
- Defecography and anal manometry
- Barium swallow contrast studies
- Endoanal ultrasound
Surgeons perform laparoscopic and robotic procedures for hernias and gallbladder stones. Abdominal hernias, including inguinal and umbilical types, are repaired using both open and closed methods. Most umbilical hernia surgeries are day procedures. Patients are typically discharged a few hours after the operation.
Services for International Patients
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy treats patients traveling from abroad. She previously served as Director of an International Patient Department. The clinic coordinates care through an online appointment request process. Education materials help patients understand every pre-operative and post-operative step. Dr. Soy consults in five languages, including English, Russian, Arabic, and German. Follow-up care focuses on long-term lifestyle management to prevent recurrence of chronic conditions.
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Neslihan Genç
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Özgür
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Şeyda Koç
Aynur Kabadayi
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YDA Center, Kızılırmak, Dumlupınar Blv. No:9 A Blok Kat: 7 Daire: 235/B, 06510 Çankaya, Ankara, Turkey
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