The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

Medical Interests and Activities 

• Gastrointestinal diseases 

• Oncologic laparoscopic surgery 

• Anorectal area diseases 

• Urgent surgical cases (acute cholecystitis, divertikülit, ileus, pankreatit, appendicitis) 

• Colon and rectum cancer 

• Treatment of oncologic surgical cases with further laparoscopic and robotic surgery. • Laparoskopik hernia surgery 

• Esophagus and stomach cancer 

• Selim anorectal diseases (hemorrhoidal disease, anal fissure), perianal fistula, pilonoidal sinus (hairless- non-surgical treatment)

Education and Experience 

• İstanbul University Medical Faculty 1988 • University of Colorado Health Science Center – Intern Surgeon 

• Isparta, Dedeçam Şehit Ramazan Karaca Health Center (1995-1996) • İstanbul Surgery Hospital – American Hospital (2000-2001) 

• Chief assistant Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of General Surgery (2001-2008) • World Congress on Peritonel Surface Malignancies (HIPEC course) Berlin, Germany (2012) 

• USC Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA (2006-2007) 

• Assoc. Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2008-2014) 

• Da Vinci Robotic Intensive Course at IRCAD, Strasbourg, France (2011) 

• Stony Brook Medicine Cadaver Training Event in Colon and Rectal Surgery, New York, USA (2016) (Instructor) 

• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery- Emergency Surgery (FEBS EmSurg) Honorary Diploma (2017) 

• Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2014 -2017) 

• İstanbul University Medical Faculty – General Surgery Master of Science 1996 

• University of Southern California Medical Center, Department of General Surgery, Los Angeles, USA – February 2006 – February 2007

Scientific Publications • Endoscopic Laparoscopic & Minimal Invasive Surgery Journal Editorial Board / National Scientific Committee • UTACD Assist. Editor

Dr. Ersin Ozturk is a Professor of General Surgery at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in surgical oncology, gastrointestinal surgery, and obesity surgery. Dr. Ozturk completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic's Department of Colorectal Surgery. He also holds a Ph.D. in Physiology.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures for colorectal, stomach, and pancreatic cancers.
• Expert in bariatric operations, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats proctological conditions such as hemorrhoids and anal atresia.
• Serves at Medicana Bursa Hospital, a regional reference center for oncology.

Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin is a general laparoscopic and transplant surgeon at Medicana International Ankara Hospital. He treats complex digestive conditions and performs life-critical surgeries like liver transplants and the Whipple procedure. Dr. Gokakin completed his medical degree at Gazi University. He currently serves at a JCI-accredited facility in Ankara.

• Specializes in surgical treatments for colon cancer, Crohn's disease, and pancreatic cancer.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures including gallbladder removal and hernia repairs.
• Treats gastrointestinal disorders like hiatal hernias and chronic pancreatitis.
• Former associate professor at the Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Center.

Dr. Adil Baykan is a general and oncological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He is a senior professor on the faculty of medicine at Ankara University. Dr. Baykan specializes in colorectal surgery and laparoscopic techniques for cancer treatment. He completed surgical training at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota.

• Completed a specialist fellowship in colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital in London.
• Treats colon cancer, thyroid diseases, and breast conditions like fibrocystic disease.
• Performs complex procedures including colectomy, esophagectomy, and stomach resection.
• Published numerous articles on colon cancer in international medical journals.

Dr. Erkam Komurcu is an orthopedic surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He is board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTEK). Dr. Komurcu earned the title of Associate Professor and completed a fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center. He specializes in spine surgery, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal tumors.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in orthopedic oncology and hand surgery at Ibn-i Sina Hospital.
• Published over 35 international peer-reviewed articles and medical book chapters.
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Society of Sports Injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

Dr. Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a general surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating diseases of the colon, rectum, and stomach. He twice received national board recognition with outstanding degrees. Dr. Yüksel is proficient in both surgical and endoscopic diagnostic procedures.

• Specializes in obesity surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions like hemorrhoids, hernias, and pancreatic cysts.
• Performs complex surgical procedures such as colectomy and thyroidectomy.
• Member of the Turkish surgery and colorectal surgery associations.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in radiation oncology and thermoradiotherapy. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Engin treats complex cases like glioblastoma and stage 4 lung cancer.

• Performs advanced procedures including CyberKnife and targeted radiotherapy.
• Served as Director and Professor at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Department at Uludağ University.
• Awarded a research scholarship by the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).

Dr. Hakan Gok is a specialized general surgeon at Hernia Istanbul Clinic. He focuses entirely on abdominal wall hernia repairs. Dr. Gok is a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in Abdominal Wall Surgery. He has performed hernia surgeries in Istanbul for over two decades.

• Specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic keyhole surgery techniques.
• Sits on the Board of the European Hernia Society.
• Maintains a 99.5% success rate for inguinal hernia repairs at his clinic.
• Founding member of both the Turkish and International EndoHernia Societies.

Dr. Ahmet Cag Cal is a urologist at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He holds the rank of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Cal completed several training programs in the United States. He worked as an observer at Memorial Sloan-Kettering and the Mayo Clinic. He also served as a research assistant at UCLA.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostatectomy procedures.
• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and transurethral resection of the prostate.
• Treats urological cancers, kidney cysts, and prostate hyperplasia.
• A former Vice Dean at the Izmir University of Economics.

Dr. Mehmet Gökçe is a pediatric surgeon. He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1980. He completed his pediatric surgery training in 1993.

He has more than 30 years of experience. He provides safe, effective, and personalized surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents. He consults in English.

His expertise includes neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies, pediatric urology, gastrointestinal surgery, thoracic surgery, and minimally invasive pediatric surgery. Examples include esophageal atresia, diaphragmatic hernia, intestinal malformations, hypospadias, undescended testis, vesicoureteral reflux, urinary tract malformations, appendicitis, hernias, and laparoscopic and thoracoscopic procedures.

Areas of Interests

Peripheral Artery Diseases: Medical treatments, diagnostic angiography, percutaneous peripheral arterial procedures (knee-above balloon/stent angioplasty, atherectomy), peripheral artery surgery, hybrid treatment methods

Venous Diseases: Interventional endovenous treatments (radiofrequency, adhesive and pharmacomechanical ablation), varicose surgery, perforating venous surgery, aesthetic varicose treatment (sclerotherapy, transcutaneous laser/radiofrequency), medical and interventional DVT and pulmonary embolism treatment, hybrid surgical interventions in chronic DVT venous stent implantation

Carotid Artery Surgery

Percutaneous (EVAR-TEVAR) and Surgical Treatment of Abdominal and Thoracic Aortic Diseases

Open Heart Surgery: Diseases that require cardiac surgery in adults

Minimally Invasive and Robotic Heart Surgery

Education
 

• MEB Kalamış Kemal Berktan Primary School
• MEB Burak Bora Anatolian High School
• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic, Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• Dr. Siyami Thoracic, Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / 2003-2010
• Kahramanmaraş State Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic / 2010-2012
• Acibadem Health Group, Kadıköy Hospital / 2012-2017
• Acibadem Health Group, Altunizade Hospital / 2017-2018
• Acibadem Health Group, Fulya Hospital / 2018-2020
• Sancaktepe Prof Dr İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital / 2020-2022

Dr. Ahmet Cem Dural is a specialist in surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland diseases and cancers. He is skilled in both laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He completed his medical education and general surgery training at Istanbul University. He also pursued advanced fellowships at top institutions, including the Cleveland Clinic in the USA, Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden, and Ottawa University in Canada.

Dr. Dural has worked at leading hospitals such as LIV Hospital Ulus, LIV Hospital Vadistanbul, and Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. His international training and clinical research fellowships show his dedication to excellence and innovation in endocrine surgery.

Op. Dr. Ümit Yiğit is a pediatric surgeon with over 30 years of clinical and operative experience. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1980. He completed his pediatric surgery specialization at Istanbul University in 1990.

His expertise includes neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies (esophageal and intestinal atresia, diaphragmatic hernia) and pediatric urology (hypospadias, undescended testis, vesicoureteral reflux, urinary tract malformations). He also performs gastrointestinal surgery (appendectomy, hernia repair, gastrointestinal malformations) and thoracic pediatric surgery. He performs minimally invasive pediatric procedures, including laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery.

​Dr. Azer Zeynalov is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 12 years of experience in the field.

Dr. Ali Solmaz graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002. He completed his General Surgery residency in 2007. In 2017, he received his Associate Professorship Certificate in General Surgery. Dr. Solmaz specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgeries. His expertise includes gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, revisional obesity surgery, and diabetes surgery.

He is skilled in minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernia repairs. Dr. Solmaz treats a wide range of gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological conditions. He is known for his expertise, patient satisfaction, and dedication to surgical excellence.

Dr. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan was born in Ankara in 1971. After completing primary school in Gaziantep, he settled in Izmir and completed his secondary and high school education in Izmir. In the last years of his high school education, with his passion for white coats, he took the university exam and was accepted to Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

Cüneyt Çiftdoğan, who started his medical education at Ege University in 1988, graduated as a medical doctor in 1994 after an intensive and successful medical education. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan, who passed the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS) in 1997 and started his specialization training in the Department of General Surgery at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine, took part in many successful operations until 2002 and had serious experience in the branch of general surgery. After his specialist training, Op. Dr. He was entitled to receive the title.

Dr. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan has been working as a General Surgery Specialist since 2002. He has equipped his professional skills and abilities with technological developments by working in many public and private hospitals.

Professional Interests

Metabolic and Obesity Surgery

Gastric Botox

Reflux Surgery

Goiter Surgery

Breast Diseases

Intestinal Tumor Surgery

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery

Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Surgery

Liver Cystic Diseases

Colon Cancer Surgery

Rectum Cancer Surgery

Perinal Fistula

Fissure and Hemorrhoidal Diseases

Pilonidal Sinus Surgeries

Soft Tissue Tumors

Diagnostic Endoscopy and Colonoscopy

Memberships to Scientific Organizations

Izmir Medical Chamber

Turkish Surgical Association

Aegean Region Surgical Association

Aegean Region Breast Diseases Association