Page 2 - Best Pancreatitis doctors in Turkey: TOP 40 doctors

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is a gastroenterologist at Ankara Etlik City Hospital. He trained in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He earned his MD from Dokuz Eylul University. He completed his Internal Medicine residency from 2014 to 2019. He then completed a Gastroenterology fellowship at Ankara City Hospital from 2019 to 2022. His clinical focus includes advanced endoscopy (ERCP, EUS, EMR, ESD, POEM, EGD, colonoscopy, double-balloon enteroscopy), inflammatory bowel disease, and hepatology.

He has about 40 publications. His work appears in The Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology, Scientific Reports, Endoscopy, and Digestive Diseases and Sciences. Notable studies address vedolizumab in IBD and prophylaxis for post-ERCP pancreatitis. He also reported a 13-year Crohn’s cohort comparing infliximab and adalimumab. Additional work covers outcomes with an adalimumab biosimilar and innovative endoscopic therapies (MCA via double-balloon enteroscopy, holmium laser for Bouveret syndrome, POEM for Zenker’s diverticulum, and ESD for esophageal papillomatosis).

Specializes in advanced endoscopic treatments for pancreatitis at Medicalpoint International Hospital, including ERCP procedures.

• Associate Professor at Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association's ERCP working group
• Performs endoscopic mucosal resection and other specialized procedures
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Omer Ozutemiz brings over 40 years of specialized gastroenterology experience, with a focus on pancreatitis and digestive system diseases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Sub-specialized in gastroenterology at Ege University
• Professor since 2000 with extensive academic contributions
• Expert in advanced endoscopic treatments like ERCP
• Specializes in both acute and chronic pancreatitis cases

Dr. Muzaffer Al specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery for Pancreatitis at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained at Istanbul University for laparoscopic and bariatric surgery
• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Specialized training in laparoscopic anti-reflux and oncological cancer surgery

Specializes in pancreatic and bile duct surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cases.

• Expert in cancer surgery with a focus on pancreatic conditions
• Performs advanced bariatric and metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in oncological surgeries including breast and colon cancer

Prof. Nihat Okcu brings over 30 years of gastroenterology expertise to Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in gastrointestinal diseases and pancreatitis management
• Published 20+ research papers on digestive disorders
• Former professor at Atatürk University medical school

Professor Levent Demirturk brings 30+ years of gastroenterology expertise to Emsey Hospital, specializing in complex pancreatic conditions.

• Former Chief of Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa
• Member of GATA Higher Science Council
• Trained at Hacettepe University and GATA
• Specializes in both acute and chronic pancreatitis cases

Prof. Yusuf Serdar Sakin specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for pancreatitis at Koru Ankara Hospital, including ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection.

• Over 10 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Trained in advanced endoscopy at AMC Center in the Netherlands
• Expert in gastrointestinal motility disorders and inflammatory bowel diseases
• Professor at Gülhane Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan brings 28+ years of surgical expertise, with advanced training in endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques for complex abdominal conditions.

• Specialized in colorectal surgery with international training at St. Mark's Hospital and Mayo Clinic
• Expert in minimally invasive approaches for pancreatic and digestive disorders
• Published researcher on gastrointestinal cancers in leading medical journals
• Senior professor at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University, specializing in nutrition for chronic diseases including pancreatitis.

• Expert in post-bariatric surgery nutrition and diabetes management
• Completed advanced courses in obesity and bariatric nutrition
• Worked at top hospitals including Hacettepe University Oncology Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Associate Professor Ali Solmaz specializes in pancreatitis treatment at Erdem Hospital, where he combines surgical expertise with editorial roles in major gastroenterology journals.

• Completed specialization in General Surgery at Marmara University
• Editorial board member for four leading medical journals
• Active member of six prominent surgical and obesity societies
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical pancreatitis treatments

Specializes in gastroenterology surgery with a fellowship from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital. Brings deep expertise to complex pancreatic cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Board-certified general surgery specialist with over 20 years of experience
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds professorship in general surgery

Specializes in pediatric gastroenterology with a focus on acute and chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Basaran is an Associate Professor at Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital.

• Member of ESPGHAN – European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Expertise in digestive system food allergies and chronic abdominal pain
• Extensive experience in liver transplantation pre and post-treatment
• Active member of Turkish Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology

Assoc. Prof. Oguzhan Ozturk is a gastroenterology specialist with over 15 years of experience, currently leading the Gastroenterology Clinic at Biruni University Hospital.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Medeniyet University, Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Recipient of awards for oral presentations at national gastroenterology congresses
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Previously served as Chief Resident and Administrative Responsible at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Mehmet Guler has over 25 years of experience specializing in general surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Multiple academic titles including Professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
• Extensive training across prestigious institutions like Hacettepe and Başkent Universities
• Specialized in both clinical practice and health law
• Performs a wide range of surgical procedures
• Member of professional surgical communities

Specializes in gastroenterology with over 20 years of experience – Dr. Akin focuses on complex digestive disorders at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed subspecialty training in Gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Former Associate Professor at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expertise includes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Active in clinical research and academic medicine