Page 2 - Best gastroenterologists in Turkey: TOP 99 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ugur Korkmaz brings 24 years of experience of specialized expertise in Gastroenterology, with a focus on complex digestive disorders and advanced endoscopic techniques.

• Specializes in diseases of the esophagus, liver, and pancreas, including reflux disease and cirrhosis
• Expert in ERCP and other minimally invasive procedures
• Published extensively in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Associate Professor at leading institutions

Professor Aytug brings 46 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise, specializing in complex digestive disorders at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Professorship at Abant İzzet Baysal University since 1998
• Authored numerous papers on digestive disorders
• Completed gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University

Dr. Teoman Akcay specializes in gastroenterology with extensive experience across Turkey's leading hospitals.

• Over 26 years of experience of gastroenterology practice
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Associations
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University – a top medical school
• Published numerous national and international articles

Prof. Dr. Erdem Akbal is a Gastroenterology Specialist at Memorial Şişli and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospitals in Istanbul. He previously served at Liv Hospital Ulus, Medicana Ataşehir, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. He became an Associate Professor in 2014 and a Professor in 2019.

He received advanced training in interventional endoscopy. He completed ESD at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He trained in POEM/ESD and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center. He trained in EUS at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA. He continues to attend ESG, ERCP, EUS, ESD, and POEM courses and congresses.

He has authored more than 100 international indexed publications. His presentations have won awards. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society, the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatology Society, the Liver Diseases Association, the IBD Association, and the Turkish Liver Research Association.

Dr. Saydam Mehmet specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, with extensive training at top institutions.

• Trained at University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia and anti-reflux surgeries
• Focuses on metabolic and bariatric procedures
• Associate professor with over 26 years of experience of experience
• Member of leading surgical associations

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a gastroenterology and internal medicine specialist. He trained at Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy, where he completed his specialty and became an Associate Professor. He is a Professor at İstanbul Aydın University. His postgraduate experience includes Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy and İstanbul Aydın University. He also worked at Anadolu Medical Center, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine (USA).

Clinical focus includes gastroenterology, hepato-pancreatology, inflammatory intestinal diseases, and diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures. Professional memberships include the Turkish Gastroenterology Association (TGD), Turkish Endoscopy Society, TÜRK EUS, ESGE, EASL, and AASLD. He has 45 national and international publications.

Expert in colorectal surgery with 150+ international publications – Dr. Aytac combines US training at Cleveland Clinic with leadership at Memorial Healthcare Group.

• Fellowship-trained in colorectal surgery at Cleveland Clinic
• Specializes in minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques
• Focuses on inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis
• Recognized with multiple national and international awards
• Professor of Surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

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

• Advanced Endoscopy Certificate from Bundang CHA Hospital in Seoul
• Bariatric Endoscopy Certificate from global course in Brazil
• Recognized as Rising Star at Digestive Disease Symposium
• Member of European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Dr. Acar specializes in complex GI cases with 20+ peer-reviewed publications, focusing on rare conditions and endoscopic interventions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Gastroenterology subspecialist with extensive hepatology experience
• Expert in managing post-transplant complications and IBD-related anemia
• Assistant Professor at multiple prestigious Turkish medical universities
• Former Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Benal Buyukgebiz specializes in pediatric gastroenterology with over 32 years of experience of experience, focusing on children's digestive health at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former Chair of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University
• Published research on pediatric nutrition and recurrent diarrhea
• Trained in pediatric gastroenterology at Dokuz Eylül University
• Advanced English proficiency for international patients

Assistant Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, specializing in Gastroenterology with a focus on internal medicine.

• Graduated from Izmir Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialization in Internal Diseases at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in community health and disaster response
• Currently serving at a leading brain and neurological health facility

Prof. Dr. Aytac Atamer specializes in gastroenterology with advanced training at Istanbul University and Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Completed upper specialization in gastroenterology – focuses on complex cases
• Associate Professor of Internal Medicine since 2008
• Established Yalova State Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic
• Former faculty member at Yalova University

PhD-qualified gastroenterologist specializing in complex conditions – Dr. Tuna leads the Gastroenterology Department at Medical Park Antalya's Organ Transplant Center.

• 29 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Specializes in pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and Barrett's esophagus
• Trained at Hacettepe and Akdeniz Universities – top medical schools in Turkey
• Works at Antalya's only hospital with an Organ Transplant Center

Prof. Bilgic trained in advanced endoscopy techniques in South Korea and Germany, specializing in minimally invasive gallbladder procedures.

• Associate professor with extensive research in liver and gallbladder health
• Performs ERCP and other advanced diagnostic techniques
• Former assistant chief physician at İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
• Published research on liver regeneration and sepsis treatments

Specializes in gastric balloon procedures for weight loss, offering a minimally invasive solution with tailored diet plans at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Expert in combining gastric balloons with nutritional coaching
• Focuses on patient-centered care and long-term success
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for holistic treatment
• Provides comprehensive follow-up care and emotional support

Specializing in laparoscopic surgery for over 16 years of experience – Dr. Al trained at Istanbul University's top programs.

• Advanced training in laparoscopic antireflux and bariatric surgery
• Expertise in minimally invasive procedures for gastrointestinal conditions
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a leading facility in Turkey
• Specialized in oncological cancer surgery techniques

Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Ege University – Seymur Aslanov performs advanced endoscopic procedures like ERCP and stenting.

• 8 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Expert in managing inflammatory bowel diseases and digestive system cancers
• Skilled in endoscopic treatments like argon plasma coagulation and polypectomy
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr. Suleyman Guray specializes in advanced endoscopic interventions at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, with training from CHA Bundang Medical Center and Manchester Advanced Endoscopy Symposium.

• Over 8 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Trained at prestigious institutions for advanced endoscopic techniques
• Specializes in internal medicine with a focus on gastroenterology

Specialist in gastroenterology for 14 years of experience with advanced training from Korea University – Dr. Binicier focuses on complex digestive disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic techniques like ESD and ERCP for precise treatment
• Specializes in early detection of stomach and colon cancers
• Trained in advanced polyp removal methods (EMR/ESD)
• Performs therapeutic procedures for inflammatory bowel diseases