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Dr. Burçin Batman is an Associate Professor, who has studied and worked in the field of medicine, including Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, and Laparoscopic inguinal and umbilical hernias. He is a member of the Turkish Surgery Association, Turkish Obesity Surgery Society, World Obesity Association, International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity, Society of Endocrine Surgery, and National Society for Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery, and has experience working at Firat University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Mus Bulanik State Hospital, and LIV Hospital.

Pakize EKER BALCIOĞLU, M.D., graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University, and completed her residency training at the General Surgery Department, School of Medicine, Marmara University. She has authored articles in local and international journals and has fields of medical interest in breast pain, hemorrhoid treatments, anal fissure treatments, pilonidal sinus treatments, and lipomas. She has worked at Marmara University Hospital, Atlas Hospital, Maltepe Ersoy Hospital, and Sultanbeyli Ersoy Hospital.

Op. Dr. Merve Karlı has completed her medical education at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Bakırköy. She received her specialist training at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital.

She has performed over 1000 operations in the fields of benign anorectal diseases, laparoscopic / open hernia surgery, breast diseases, trauma and emergency surgery. She has certifications on endoscopic procedures.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• Breast Diseases
• Benign Anorectal Diseases
• Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Surgery
• Endoscopy (Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, PEG Insertion)

Specializations

Cancer Surgery

Pancreatic Surgery

Bile Duct Surgery

Bariatric Metabolic Surgery

Oncological Surgery

Breast Surgery

Gastric cancer

Colon cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Obesity Surgery

Diabetes Surgeries

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Güner ÇAKMAK is a highly skilled and experienced specialist in General Surgery, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital. With a medical degree earned from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1997, he has built an extensive career, focusing on various advanced surgical techniques. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, and various types of laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including those for hernias, reflux, and esophageal issues. He is also highly experienced in hemorrhoid surgery and surgeries for anal fistulas and fissures.

Throughout his career, Dr. Çakmak has made significant contributions to medical literature, having published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and 16 in national journals. He is also the author of 20 technical notes, case reports, and research articles. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge is reflected in the numerous awards he has received, with a total of 9 prizes recognizing his exceptional work in surgery. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Çakmak offers comprehensive care to his patients, employing the latest minimally invasive techniques to ensure the best outcomes.

At Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital, he continues to provide expert care, focusing on complex surgeries, with an emphasis on laparoscopic and metabolic procedures. His work is marked by a dedication to patient well-being and continuous professional development, making him a trusted choice for individuals seeking high-quality surgical care in Turkey.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı
Obezite ve Metabolik Cerrahi, Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi, Genel Cerrahi Uzmanı

İlk ve orta öğrenimini Antakya’da tamamladıktan sonra 1997 yılında Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’ne kabul edilerek Tıp eğitimine başladı. 2003 yılında Tıp fakültesinden mezun olduğu sene tıpta uzmanlık sınavını kazanarak Haydarpaşa Numune Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde Genel Cerrahi asistanlığına başladı.

2008-2009 yıllarında Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin Houston kentinde MD Anderson kanser merkezi’nde ve Memorial Herrman hastanelerinde kanser cerrahisi ve organ nakli konularında eğitim aldı. Türkiye’ye döndükten sonra 2009 yılında yapılan genel cerrahların katıldığı yan dal sınavında Türkiye birincisi oldu. Bu sınav başarısının peşinden 2009-2012 yılları arasında Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hastanesi’nde Gastroenteroloji Cerrahisi (sindirim sistemi cerrahisi) eğitimi aldı.

2012 yılında Türkiye’nin en genç Gastroenteroloji Cerrahı oldu ve Marmara Üniversitesi Pendik Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesine atandı. 2012 – 2018 yılları arasında, Marmara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi öğrencilerine ve genel cerrahi asistanlarına birçok ders verdi, hastalara yönelik ve cerrahlara yönelik birçok eğitim faaliyetinde rol aldı. İleri laparoskopik cerrahi, Obezite ve Metabolik cerrahi alanında çalıştı, ayrıca organ nakli ve İnflamatuar barsak hastalıkları cerrahisi ünitelerinin kurulmasında aktif olarak rol aldı. 2017 mart ayında yapılan sınavla Doçent ünvanınına layık görüldü.

Name-Surname: İbrahim Aliosmanoğlu 

DOB: 08.02.1979 

EDUCATION Degree Dept Univercity Year MD Medicine Uludağ Unv.Faculty of Medicine 

1996-2002 Residency programe General Surgery Başkent Unv.Faculty of Medicine 2003-2008 

POST-GRADUATE TRAINING Op.Dr. Surgeon in Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital 

2009-2010 Assistant Profesor Dicle Unv.Faculty Of Medicine General Surgery Dept 2010-2013 Associate Profesor Akdeniz Unv.Faculty Of Medicine General Surgery Dept 

2013-2014 Associate Profesor Akdeniz Unv.Faculty Of Medicine General Surgery Dept 

2014-2016 Professor Medicalpark Hospital Complex Organ Transplantation Unit 2019- He has performed over 2000 various hepatobiliary surgeries with %95 success ratio and 1000 liver transplantation surgeries with %90 success ratio 

ROJECTS 1. Effect of ellagic aside on experimental intraabdominal addsions on rats,Research Project, Dicle Unv Scientific Research Project (2012/38), 2012. 

2. Effect of erythropoetinon serum and liver zinc-copper levels on rats experimental obstructive jaundice. Research Project, Dicle Unv Scientific Research Project (2011/42), 2011. 

3.The protective effect of cafeic asside phenyl ester on rats pancreatic an hepatic damage due to izoniazide and riphampicine.Research project Dicle Unv Scientific Research Project (2010/26), 2010. 

MANAGEMENT İSSUES 

Responsible of Kidney Transplantation of Dicle Unv Hospitals– 2011 Responsible of Akdeniz University Hospital Hastanesi Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit (2015) Manager of Akdeniz University Hospital Hastanesi Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit (2015) 

Gallbladder and bile duct surgery

Breast disease treatment and surgery

Anal region disease treatment and surgery (hemorrhoids, anal fissure, perianal abscess and fistula surgery)

Obesity treatment (Gastric balloon, botox and surgical treatment)

Thyroid diseases and surgical treatment

Hernia surgery (open and laparoscopic) (groin, umbilical, wound hernias)

Colon, rectum, stomach diseases and surgical treatment

Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment interventions (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ercp, peg)

2009- Atlas University Medicine Hospital

2004-2009 Tosya State Hospital

1994-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital

1999-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic

1992-1998 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Courses and Conferences

Bakırkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic Endoscopy Unit Videoendoscopy Application Certificate (March 2006)

Dr. Yahya Özel is a highly experienced general surgeon with expertise in bariatric surgery, hepatobiliary diseases, abdominal hernias, endocrine surgery, and oncological surgery. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1990 and pursued his specialization in General Surgery at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. His commitment to advanced surgical techniques led him to further training at Tokyo University Hospital, Japan, in the Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery and Artificial Organ Division under renowned experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.

Throughout his career, Dr. Özel has worked at prestigious institutions, including Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, and Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital. His extensive experience includes roles in ERCP and surgical endoscopy, as well as advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, he has served as an academic faculty member at Doğuş University, contributing to the education and training of future medical professionals.

Dr. Özel holds several certifications in surgical endoscopy, including the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate. His dedication to minimally invasive surgical techniques, obesity treatment, and hepatobiliary surgery has made him a sought-after specialist in his field. With a career spanning over three decades, he continues to provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care, ensuring the best outcomes through his expertise and innovative approach.

Educational Background: 

Bachelor's Degree Medicine Mersin University Medicine Faculty  - 1998 

Postgraduate/Proficiency in Art/Specialty in Medicine - General Surgery - Mersin University Medicine Faculty 2005

Duties: 

Res. Ass. Dr. Mersin University Medicine Faculty, General Surgery Department 2005 to 2011 

Spe.Dr. Kartal Yavuz Selim State Hospital 2011 Spe.Dr. Yüksekova State Hospital 2011 to 2012 

Spe.Dr. Hamidiye Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic 2013 to 2014 

Spe.Dr. Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic 2014 to 2015 

AREAS OF INTEREST 

1. laparoscopic surgery 

2. Gastrointestinal system surgery 

3. Laparoscopic oncological surgery 

4. Obesity surgery 

5. Laparoscopic hernia surgery 

6. robotic surgery 

7. Endoscopic interventional procedures 

8. ERCP Memberships to Scientific Institutions: 

9. Turkish Surgical Association 

10. Turkish Association of Colon and Rectum Surgery 

11. National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association 

12. National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association 

13. Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association 

14. International Active Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) 

Certifications: 

1. Turkish Surgical Association Endoscopy Applications (2012) 

2. Intestinal and Vascular Anastomosis Techniques (23 April 2013) 

3. Medical Surgical Endocrinology (17 November 2013) 

4. Practical Statistics in Scientific Studies (27 December 2014) 

5. Endoscopic Mucosa Resection - Submucosa Dissection and Endosonography Applications (5 June 2015) 

6. 27. Basic Microsurgery Course (4-8 October 2016) 

7. Certificate of Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Technology Console Surgeon (19 October 2022) 

Specializations

Oncological Surgery (Cancer Surgery)

Breast Diseases Surgery

Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases surgery

Thyroid – Parathyroid Surgery

Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernia, Stomach Hernia Surgery

Closed (Laparoscopic) Hernia Surgery

Endoscopy Applications

Treatment of Gastrointestinal System Diseases

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, May 2007
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2001

Experience

2007-2008 Şırnak Military Hospital
2008-2009 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
2010-2011 Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Organ Transplantation
2011-2012 Başkent University Organ Transplantation
2013-2017 Erciyes Universityniversity Organ Transplant
2017-2019 Bilim University FNH Organ Transplant
2019-2020 Yeditepe University Organ Transplant
2020-2023 Biruni University Medicana Hospital Organ Transplant

Scientific Memberships

Istanbul Medical Chamber
Turkish Surgical Association
Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association
ILTS

Medical Intrests

• Liver diseases
• Bile ducts gallbladder diseases
• Hepatobiliary surgery
• Liver transplant
• Kidney transplant
• Pancreas transplant
• Pancreatic diseases
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Oncological surgery
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Education

Medicine Pr. - Specialization Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine 1991 - 1998
Department of General Surgery - Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine 2001 - 2007

Experience

Specialist Doctor Erciş State Hospital Van 2007 - 2009
Specialist Doctor Gölhisar State Hospital 2009 - 2009
Clinical Fellow Şişli Florence Nıghtıngale Hospital 2011 - 2012
Assistant Professor Pamukkale University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery) 2009 - 2013
Assistant Professor Akdeniz University/Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Division of General Surgery)- Prof. Dr. Tuncer Karpuzoğlu Organ Transplant Center 2013

Scientific Memberships

Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association, Member, 2011
National Surgical Association, Member, 2005
 

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Abdominal lining cancers
• Gastric cancer
• Colon rectum cancer
• pancreatic cancer
• breast cancer diseases
• Thyroid cancer diseases
• Liver gallbladder surgery
• Laparoscopic cancer surgery

• Education
• 1993 Ondokuzmayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• 2000 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Medical Specialization
• 2007 Ankara University Surgical Oncology Sub-branch Specialization

• Experience
• 1995-2000 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Res.Asst.
• 2001-2002 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Lecturer
• 2002-April 2004 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Assoc. Prof.
• 2004- October 2007 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Surgical Oncology Subspecialty Training
• October 2006 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Associate Professor
• January 2012 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Professor

• Memberships in Scientific Organizations
• Surgical Oncology Association, Turkish Surgical Association
• Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association
• National Vascular Surgery Association, Turkish Medical Association
• Refereeing in Scientific Journals
• Turkish Journal of Surgery
• Turkish Clinics Journal of Medical Sciences
• Cumhuriyet Medical Journal  
• Dicle Medical Journal

• Awards
• Best Research Award (E19)
• Surgical Oncology Congress (Istanbul, 2003)
• Poster 3rd Place Award (E7)
• Poster 1st Place Award (E51)
• Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition
• Congress (Istanbul, 2000)
• TÜSAD (Çeşme 2012)
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• Education and Training:
• Medical Degree: Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Specialization in General Surgery: Completed residency at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine from 1995 to 2000.
• Subspecialty in Surgical Oncology: Advanced training in Surgical Oncology at Ankara University from 2004 to 2007.

• Professional Experience:
• Academic Roles: Served as Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, contributing significantly to medical education and research from 2001 to 2004.
• Current Position: Practicing at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul, where he provides expert surgical oncology and general surgery services.

• Areas of Expertise:
• Cancer Surgery: Specializes in colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, and liver cancers, with extensive experience in managing complex oncological cases.
• General Surgery: Expertise in treating conditions such as gallstones, hernias, thyroid disorders, and gastrointestinal diseases.
• Advanced Surgical Techniques: Proficient in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, ensuring better outcomes and quicker recovery for patients.

• Achievements and Recognition:
• Published Research: Authored numerous articles in prestigious medical journals, contributing to advancements in surgical oncology.
• Professional Awards: Recipient of the Best Research Award at the Surgical Oncology Congress in Istanbul (2003) and a Poster Award for his contributions to cancer research.

Education and Specialization

• 1983 – 1989: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• 1990 – 1994: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery – Specialization
• 1995 – 2005: Ankara Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Training and Research Hospital – Specialization
• 2005: Associate Professorship, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 2019: Professorship, İstinye University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery

Experience

• 1989 - 1990: Ardanuç Central Health Center, Artvin – General Practitioner
• 1990 - 1995: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 2nd Surgery Clinic – Assistant
• 1995 - 1998: Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital – Specialist
• 1995 - 1996: 600-Bed Air Force Hospital, Güzelyalı, İzmir – Medical Second Lieutenant
• 1998 - 2005: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 3rd Surgery Clinic – Specialist
• Sep - Dec 2002: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Presbyterian University Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, USA – Division of Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplantation
• 2002 - 2005: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 3rd Surgery Clinic – Specialist
• 2005: Associate Professor, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 3rd Surgery Clinic
• 2005 - 2006: Deputy Chief, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 4th Surgery Clinic
• 2006 - 2008: Deputy Chief, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 7th Surgery Clinic
• 2009 - 2012: Chief of Clinic, Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic
• 2012 - 2019: Chief of Clinic, Antalya Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic

International Experience

• 2002: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Presbyterian University Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, USA – Division of Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplantation
  • Project Supervisor: De Novo Breast Cancer in Patients with Liver Transplantation
• 2005: Laparoscopic Gastric Band Training, Austria
• 2010: Laparoscopic Lower Gastrointestinal Surgery Training, Cushieri Skill Center, Scotland