Ulcerative Colitis Doctors in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan has specialized in colorectal surgery for 55 years, with advanced training in laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques for ulcerative colitis.

• Completed colorectal surgery practice at Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota
• Published multiple articles on colon cancer in international journals
• Trained at St. Mark's Hospital in London – a leader in colorectal surgery
• Senior professor at Ankara University's medical faculty

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

• Specializes in digestive diseases including ulcerative colitis
• Published 23+ research papers on gastrointestinal conditions
• Faculty member at Medipol University teaching gastroenterology
• Trained at Ataturk University's internal medicine program

Dr. Saygili Ozlem is a gastroenterologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. She treats digestive conditions including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Ozlem performs procedures such as gastric and duodenal polyp removals. She works at Medicana Sivas, a facility that treats over 113,000 patients annually.

• Treats chronic gastritis and pancreatitis.
• Performs endoscopic removal of gastrointestinal tract polyps.
• Manages gastric ulcers and cholelithiasis.
• Practices at a hospital with 219 beds and 86 medical specialists.

Specializing in gastroenterology with a focus on ulcerative colitis, Dr. Murat Sarikaya works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Published 15+ peer-reviewed articles on gastroenterology topics
• Specialized in gastroenterology at Medipol University
• Experienced in treating complex gastrointestinal conditions

Dr. Erol Cakmak is a gastroenterologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. He treats digestive conditions, including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Cakmak performs endoscopic procedures such as gastric and duodenal polyp removals.

He works at Medicana Sivas, a facility that treats over 113,700 patients annually and has 219 beds. Dr. Cakmak also treats patients with Barrett's esophagus, pancreatitis, and chronic gastritis. He manages biliary tract issues, including cholelithiasis and gastrocele.

Specializes in nutrition for chronic diseases, including ulcerative colitis, with a focus on personalized dietary plans.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University, a leading institution in nutrition and dietetics
• Completed specialized courses in bariatric nutrition and obesity innovations
• Worked in oncology, pediatric, and adult hospitals during internships
• Fluent in English, facilitating communication with international patients