Best Gastroectomy doctors in Turkey: TOP 53 doctors

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Mustafa Solak
  • 4.5 Good 154 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Mustafa Solak, M.D. is a medical doctor who graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine and has completed residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. He specializes in Breast Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head-Neck Cancer, and Gastrointestinal Cancers. He has also worked at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Hitit University Corum Training Hospital, and Medical Park Hospital.

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Pekize Eker Balcioglu
  • 4.5 Good 154 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • 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.

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Mustafa Sahin
  • 4.5 Good 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)
  • 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

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak
  • 4.4 Good 71 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
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    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.

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Dr Ercan Yalcin
  • 4.2 Good 8 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. K Clinics
  • Applied Treatments:

    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Breast Cancer and Breast Diseases Treatment
    • Gastrointestinal System Surgery
    • Obesity Surgery
    • Metabolic Surgery (Type 2/Diabetes Treatment)
    • Cancer Surgery
    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Treatment of Anorectal Diseases

    Education and Expertise

    1990 - 1996 - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience
    1996 - 2000 - SSK Outer Door Training Hospital
    2001 - 2003 - Arhavi SSK Hospital
    2003 - 2006 - Borcka SSK Hospital
    2007 - 2022 - Private Eregli Anatolian Hospital

    2022 - Private Silivri Anatolian Hospital

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Tarik Zafer Nursal
  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
  • Dr. is a General Surgery Specialist with experience in hernia, obesity and breast health. They have a Turkish National Board Certificate and have attained a Two-Year Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management. They have also been a part of various professional associations.

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Osman Civil
  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Experience

    • 2020

    Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic

    • 2019 - 2019

    TURKISH COLON AND RECTUM SURGERY SOCIETY

    • 2018 - 2018

    İNÖNÜ UNIVERSITY

    • 2018 - 2018

    TURKISH OSTOMY SURGERY SOCIETY

    • 2018

    MALATYA GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY SOCIETY

    • 2009 - 2009

    DR.LÜTFİ KIRDAR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

    • 2009 - 2009

    10th NATIONAL BREAST DISEASES CONGRESS

    • 2008 - 2008

    TURKISH SURGICAL ASSOCIATION

    • 2006 - 2012

    Kartal Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Assistant

     

    Education 

    • 2012

    ISTANBUL KARTAL DR.LÜTFİ KIRDAR TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, GENERAL SURGERY

    • 2003

    KARADENIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

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Omer Yoldass
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Ekol International Hospitals
  • He specialized in General Surgery at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. He worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2006 and 2008 and later at Ordu State Hospital between 2008 and 2013. In 2016, he received the title of Associate Professor in the Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Izmir University. In 2015, he received the Turkish Surgical Association Proficiency Exam (Board) Certificate of Achievement. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association, and Hepatobiliary Surgery Association. Between 2014 and 2016, he taught many undergraduate and graduate courses at Izmir University Faculty of Medicine.

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Ozgur Kavak
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Ekol International Hospitals
  • He completed his medical education at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1990 and 1996, and his residency in General Surgery at Izmir Training and Research Hospital between 2004 and 2008. In 2008, he received the Turkish Surgical Association's Qualification Exam (Board) certificate of success. He is a member of Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association. He worked as a lecturer at Istanbul Rumeli University between 2017 and 2020. He currently performs Laparoscopic Oncosurgery and Obesity Surgeries. He has many national and international studies and these studies have received many citations.   Having a good command of English, Opr. Dr. Özgür Kavak is married and has two children.

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Sadyk Yildirim
  • 4 Good 2 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Kolan Hospital Group
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  • 4.3 Good 87 reviews
  • 45 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medicana Atasehir Hospital
  • Professor Fatih Ağalar is a multi-discipline specialist in surgical treatment of stomach cancer, colorectal cancer, cancer of the intestine, thyroid cancer, and breast cancer. He is an expert in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, robotic surgery, and complex abdominal wall reconstruction and has earned 6 national and international awards in the field of oncological research. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is certified in general, gastrointestinal visceral surgery, robotic surgery, mammoplasty, and senology. He has presented over 150 invited lectures and panel discussions in his area of interest.
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Unal Sabanci
  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medicana Atasehir Hospital
  • Dr. X is an experienced general surgeon specializing in endocrine surgery, breast disease surgery, hemorrhoid and fissure treatment, laparoscopic surgery, and obesity surgery. He graduated from Gulhane Military School of Medicine in 1985 and completed his residency in 1992. He has had experience working as a general surgeon in various hospitals between 1992-2017.
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Ali Kagan Gokakin
  • New
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Medicana International Ankara Hospital
  • Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon with extensive experience in treating a range of digestive conditions such as Pancreatic Head Cancer, Cholecystitis, Inguinal Hernia, and more. He specializes in Inguinal Hernia Repair, Hemicolectomy, Appendectomy, Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal, and Whipples Procedure. He is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday).
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Mehmet Onur Ozturk
  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Bewell Health Assistance
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Tahsin Ozatli
  • 4.3 Good 16 reviews
  • 2015 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
  • Oncologist
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Ogun Ersen
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Ekol International Hospitals
  • He completed his medical education at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine between 2005-2011 and his specialization education at Kocatepe University Faculty of Medicine between 2013-2018. He successfully passed the board of the Turkish Surgical Society in 2018, and became the 3rd in Turkey in the minor medical specialization exam. He earned the title of Surgical Oncologist with the education he received at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine between 2018-2021.

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M Altan Kaya
  • New
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Risus Clinic Istanbul
  • Dr. M Altan Kaya is a well-experienced surgeon specializing in a wide range of operations including gastric bypass, gastric sleeve surgery, breast cancer surgery, and hemorrhoidectomy. He has received advanced training in minimally invasive techniques and has been a part of several prestigious surgical societies.
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Cigdem Arslan
  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Experience 

    • 2016 - 2017

    İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    • 2016 - 2017

    Liv Hospital

    • 2016 - 2017

    Liv Hospital Ulus

    • 2015 - 2016

    Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital

    • 2014 - 2015

    Tatvan State Hospital

    • 2013 - 2015

    Tatvan State Hospital

    • 2012 - 2013

    CLEVELAND CLINIC

    • 2007 - 2014

    Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

    Education 

    • 2013

    DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF SURGICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY

    • 2013

    Dokuz Eylül University, General Surgery

    • 2007

    AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    • 2007

    International Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

    Title: The impact of sarcopenia on morbidity and long-term survival among patients with peritoneal metastases of colorectal origin treated with cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy: a 10-year longitudinal analysis of a single-center experience.

    • Authors: AĞALAR CİHAN, SÖKMEN SELMAN, ARSLAN ÖZŞAHİN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, ALTAY CANAN, BAŞARA AKIN IŞIL, CANDA ARAS EMRE, OBUZ FUNDA
    • Journal: Techniques in Coloproctology
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 24(4)
    • Pages: 301-308
    • DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02159-z
    • Publication Number: 6776368

    Title: Randomized controlled trial of 8 weeks’ vs 12 weeks’ interval between neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy and surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer.

    • Authors: Terzi Cem, Bingül Mustafa, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, ÖZTÜRK ERSİN, CANDA ARAS EMRE, IŞIK ÖZGEN, YILMAZLAR AHMET TUNCAY, OBUZ FUNDA, Görken Birkay, KURT MERAL, ÜNLÜ ŞADİYE MEHTAT, UĞRAŞ NESRİN, Kanat Özkan, ÖZTOP İLHAN
    • Journal: Colorectal Disease
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 22(3)
    • Pages: 279-288
    • DOI: 10.1111/codi.14867
    • Publication Number: 6012919

    Title: The effect of fibrin glue in preventing staple-line leak after sleeve gastrectomy: an experimental study in rats.

    • Authors: ÖZDENKAYA YAŞAR, OLMUŞÇELİK OKTAY, BASIM PELİN, SAKA BURCU, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM
    • Journal: Acta Cirurgica Brasileira
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 34(8)
    • Publication Number: 5242669

    Title: Treatment of intraoperatively detected peritoneal carcinomatosis of colorectal origin with cytoreductive surgery and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.

    • Authors: CANDA ARAS EMRE, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, YAVUZŞEN TUĞBA, Ozkardesler Sevda, Unlu Mehtat, OBUZ FUNDA, FÜZÜN MEHMET
    • Journal: World Journal of Surgical Oncology
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 16(1)
    • Pages: 70-74
    • DOI: 10.1186/s12957-018-1369-7
    • Publication Number: 4863133

    Title: Magnetic resonance-based pelvimetry and tumor volumetry can predict surgical difficulty and oncologic outcome in locally advanced mid–low rectal cancer.

    • Authors: Atasoy Gulsen, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Elibol Funda, SAĞOL ÖZGÜL, OBUZ FUNDA, SÖKMEN SELMAN
    • Journal: Surgery Today
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 48(12)
    • Pages: 1040-1051
    • DOI: 10.1007/s00595-018-1690-3
    • Publication Number: 4863005

    Title: Is advanced age a hesitation for cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in colorectal cancer?

    • Authors: Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Ozkardesler Sevda, DURAL CEMIL, OBUZ FUNDA, CANDA ARAS EMRE, GÖKTÜRK ÜMIT KELEŞTEN
    • Journal: International Journal of Surgery
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 51
    • Pages: 156-160
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.01.010
    • Publication Number: 4855751

    Contributions to Conferences:

    Title: Outcome of cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy for colorectal cancer: A single-center experience.

    • Authors: CANDA ARAS EMRE, Sokmen Selman, Terzi Cem, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, OBUZ FUNDA
    • Conference: European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) Congress
    • Year: 2018
    • Location: Budapest, Hungary

    Title: Predictive factors for conversion to open surgery in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

    • Authors: ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, CANDA ARAS EMRE, OBUZ FUNDA
    • Conference: European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) Congress
    • Year: 2017
    • Location: Frankfurt, Germany
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Aziz Cataltepe
  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Experience

    2017
    Private Nisa Hospital

    2011 - 2017
    Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital

    2007 - 2011
    Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital

    Education

    2005
    Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

    2005
    Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

    2000
    İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

    2000
    İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

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Serdar Kacar
  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Odin Clinic
  • I was born in 1967 in Izmir.

    I have a happy marriage. I am the father of 3 beautiful girls, more beautiful than each other.

    I have a love for Altınordu,inherited from my father.

    I speak English and French.

     

    The education you have received describes you…

    • Izmir Necati Bey Primary School (1973-1978)
    • Izmir Private Saint-Joseph Secondary School (1978-1982)
    • Izmir Private Tevfik Fikret High School (1982-1985)
    • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1985-1992)
    • General Surgery Training at SSK (social insurance institution) Tepecik Training Hospital (1992-1996)
    • Liver Transplantation Training at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine (2002-2003)

    Surgical Experience

    After becoming a general surgery specialist in 1996, I served as a General Surgery and Organ Transplantation Specialist at SSK (social insurance institution), for a period of 9 years. In 2005, was granted the title of Associate Professor-General Surgery. Between 2005 and 2012, I established the kidney transplant centers in İzmir Private Kent Hospital, Istanbul Private Gaziosmanpasa Hospital, and Medicalpark Goztepe Hospital respectively, and served as the chief executive of these centers.

    I have worked in İzmir Private Kent Hospital since 2013. I established Obesity Clinic at Gazi Hospital, and performed more than 200 gastric reduction operations.

    Scientific Activity

    More than 50 international publications

    Approximately 100 national publications

    Section authorship of 12 books

    Editorship of 2 books

    Serving as a lecturer, session moderator, science board member, and regulatory board member in many scientific congresses held both at home and abroad.

    Serving as a referee and editor in domestic and international magazines.

    Citation in approximately 100 international scientific publications

    Awards

    Certificate of Achievement granted by SSK General Directorate for the first kidney transplant operations performed at SSK Hospitals (1997).

    Young Researcher Award in ONKKD (Turkish Organ Transplantation Centers Coordination Association) 2002 Congress held in Adana (2002).

    Certificate of Appreciation granted by SSK General Directorate for the first small intestine transplant in Turkey (2003).

    Young Researcher Award in the World Congress of Nephrology held in Berlin (2003).

    The Firsts

    Besides these, I have broken many new grounds in Turkey.

    Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy (laparoscopic removal of the donor kidney intended to be transplanted) (2004)

    Kidney-transplant without tissue adaptation (2005)

    Cross-over (cross-donor) kidney transplantation (2005)

    Small intestine transplantation (2005)

    Social Responsibility

    I have worked in the management boards of many associations engaging in scientific and social activities, and served as a founding member in some of them.

    The most important one of these is that I have served as a coordinator in the project intended for providing 150.000 elementary school students and 5,000 adults with training on organ donation, for a period of 10 years, through various social activities.1

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