Best Crohn's disease Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 25

Dr. Tarik Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for Crohn's disease, with over 900 procedures performed.

• 22 years of experience of experience as a gastroenterologist
• Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal conditions
• Awarded for Best Verbal Presentation at international congress
• Expert in ERCP and ESD for digestive tract conditions
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Ahmet Melih Ozel is a gastroenterologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic liver conditions. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies. Dr. Ozel also focuses on pancreatobiliary system diseases. He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease and chronic Hepatitis B.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
• Former Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Prof. Aydin specializes in gastroenterology surgery with a fellowship from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, focusing on complex Crohn's disease cases.

• General Surgery Specialist since 1997
• Associate Professor at Inonu University
• Professorship in General Surgery since 2017

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases, with extensive experience in Crohn's disease treatment at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery for Crohn's disease
• Published research on innovative surgical treatments for inflammatory bowel diseases
• Member of the Gastroenterology Surgery Association

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in Crohn's disease at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with research published on complex cases.

• Gastroenterology specialist with over 22 years of experience of experience
• Published multiple studies on Crohn's disease and related conditions
• Member of leading medical associations in gastroenterology

Professor Aytug has over 46 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology, specializing in Crohn's disease at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Published numerous papers and articles on digestive disorders
• Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University's School of Medicine
• Active participant in local and international medical congresses

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a professor of gastroenterology at Istanbul Aydın University. He previously practiced at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Polat focuses on hepato-pancreatology and inflammatory intestinal diseases. He serves as an expert in both diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures.

• Member of prestigious international societies including AASLD, EASL, and ESGE.
• Authored 45 national and international medical publications.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including gastric polypectomy and duodenal polyp removal.

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir specializes in gastroenterology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 12 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Trained in advanced endoscopy in Seoul, Korea
• Awarded Rising Star at Digestive Disease Symposium
• Member of European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology specialist with over 32 years of experience of experience, focusing on children with Crohn’s disease.

• Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University
• Subspecialty training in pediatric gastroenterology at Dokuz Eylül University
• Published research on recurrent diarrhea and pediatric nutrition
• Currently practices at Ataşehir Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Shencan Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases with extensive academic and clinical experience in Crohn's disease at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Holds a subspecialty in Gastroenterology from Sakarya University
• Authored 20+ peer-reviewed articles on GI conditions, including IBD
• Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in endoscopic interventions for GI conditions
• Assistant professor at multiple prestigious universities in Istanbul

Dr. Bilgic specializes in gastroenterology with advanced training in endoscopy and ERCP procedures.

• Associate professor in gastroenterology since 2018
• Advanced endoscopy training in South Korea
• Completed ERCP course at Olympus Training Center
• Published research on liver regeneration
• Assistant Chief Physician at Inonu University Medical Center

Dr. Muzaffer Al specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery for Crohn's disease at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained in laparoscopic surgery at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in advanced laparoscopic techniques including bariatric and oncological surgeries
• Member of prestigious medical training programs in Turkey

Dr. Kinas specializes in complex gastrointestinal surgeries, including Crohn's disease treatments, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in colon cancer and gastric surgeries
• Performs bariatric and metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in oncological and pancreatic procedures

Prof. Dr. Nihat Okcu brings over 27 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise to Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in Gastroenterology since 1999
• Published 20+ research papers on gastrointestinal conditions
• Professor at Medipol University with extensive teaching experience
• Focuses on inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Specializes in advanced endoscopic techniques for Crohn's disease at Emsey Hospital, with over 24 years of experience of gastroenterology experience.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in endoscopic treatments for gastrointestinal bleeding and strictures
• Proficient in chromoendoscopy and polypectomy procedures
• Performs liver needle biopsies for comprehensive diagnosis

Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz specializes in digestive disorders, bringing over 19 years of experience of expertise in gastroenterology and surgery to Erdem Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive training at Marmara University
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including IFSO
• Serves on editorial boards for leading gastroenterology journals
• Practices at Erdem Hospital, known for advanced digestive care

Specialist in pediatric gastroenterology with a focus on Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis – Dr. Basaran is an associate professor at Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital.

• Member of ESPGHAN – leading European pediatric gastroenterology society
• Trained at top Turkish hospitals including Akdeniz University and Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• Expertise in managing complex IBD cases in children and adolescents

Dr. Ozturk brings over 19 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise, specializing in Crohn's disease at Biruni University Hospital.

• Subspecialty trained in gastroenterology at Medeniyet University
• Chief Assistant of Gastroenterology Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Awarded for research presentations on gastroenterology topics

Specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease at Liv Hospital Ulus – a leader in gastrointestinal care.

• Subspecialty-trained in gastroenterohepatology at Istanbul University
• Member of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Society
• Associate Professor with extensive clinical experience
• Focuses on complex gastrointestinal conditions