Yusuf Serdar Sakin

Prof. Dr. Yusuf Serdar Sakin is a Professor of Gastroenterology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He performs endoscopic procedures and treats gastrointestinal motility disorders. Dr. Sakin completed training at the AMC Center in the Netherlands. He previously served as an internal medicine specialist.

Specialization and Diagnostic Interest

Dr. Sakin treats digestive system conditions using diagnostic and therapeutic tools. He performs endoscopic procedures including mucosal resection and stenting. These techniques allow for the removal of abnormal tissues without major surgery. His surgical focus and clinical interests include:

• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) — a procedure to diagnose and treat bile and pancreatic duct issues
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's and Ulcerative colitis
• Gastrointestinal motility disorders and pancreatitis
• Push enteroscopy — a procedure used to examine the small intestine
• Barrett's esophagus, cirrhosis, gastritis, and gastric ulcers

Advanced Motility Testing

The doctor uses specialized diagnostic methods to evaluate how the digestive system functions. He performs high-resolution manometry to measure pressure and muscle contractions in the esophagus. Dr. Sakin also conducts pH-impedance metry analysis. This test tracks acid reflux levels over a 24-hour period. This data helps him diagnose chronic heartburn and gastrocele.

Education and Academic Path

• 2002 – Gülhane Military Medical Academy – Medical Degree, Ankara
• Department of Internal Medicine, Gülhane Faculty of Medicine – Internal Medicine Residency
• 2014 – Department of Gastroenterology, Gülhane Faculty of Medicine – Gastroenterology Fellowship
• 2017 – AMC Center, Netherlands – Advanced Endoscopy and Motility Training
• 2017 – Associate Professor
• 2023 – Professor

Work Experience

• Gole Health Center, Ardahan – General Practitioner (2002–2004)
• Gülhane Faculty of Medicine – Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology Departments
• Ankara – Internal Medicine Specialist
• Private Koru Ankara Hospital – Gastroenterologist (Current)

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association (TMA)