Page 2 - Best gastroenterologists: TOP 211 doctors

Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures – Dr. Zitnan performs ERCP and endosonography at the National Cancer Institute.

• 23 years of experience of gastroenterology experience with a focus on oncology
• Certified in interventional procedures like ERCP and cholangiopancreatography
• Member of the committee at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Works at National Cancer Institute – a leading center for GI care

Specializes in advanced endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors at the National Cancer Institute – combining endosonography and ERCP expertise.

• PhD in Internal Medicine with focus on gastroenterology
• Certified in Diagnostic and Interventional Esophagogastroduodenoscopy and ERCP
• Active member of Slovak Gastroenterology Society's Endoscopy Section
• Co-author of a national study on colonoscopy quality

Specialized in gastroenterology at Slovakia's National Cancer Institute – Dr. Osuská combines endoscopy expertise with oncology insights.

• 16 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Member of Slovak Gastroenterological Society's Oncology Section
• Trained endoscopic techniques and teaches them internationally
• Published research in professional journals and presents at conferences

Dr. Pekárek heads the Gastroenterology Department at Slovakia's National Cancer Institute, specializing in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors.

• 24 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Chair of the Endoscopy Section at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Trained internationally in advanced endoscopic techniques
• Focuses on minimally invasive procedures for early tumors
• Published author and trainer in endoscopic methods

Pichai Kittipanyaworakul, M.D., is an internist. He specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.

Accreditations: Diploma in Internal Medicine, Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. Diploma in Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology), Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.

100+ academic publications – Dr. Ergul pioneers innovative endoscopic treatments like POEM surgery at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for complex cases
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to maximize recovery
• Authored 100+ publications advancing gastroenterology techniques
• Patient-centered philosophy emphasizing hope and quality of life

Dr. Thanaphat Pomyukon is a general surgeon (ศัลยแพทย์ทั่วไป). Thai medical license no. ว.50550. He earned his M.D. from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University. He also holds the Thai Board Diploma in General Surgery from Roi Et Hospital, Ministry of Public Health.

His clinical focus includes hernias and hemorrhoids. He also treats breast lumps and gallstones. He manages digestive system diseases. He performs gastrointestinal endoscopy, including gastroscopy and colonoscopy.

Languages: Thai (primary) and English (professional clinical level).

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in minimally invasive gastroenterology surgeries at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, with over 23 years of experience of experience.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for complex digestive diseases
• Recipient of the Best Young Researcher Award in transplantation
• Published extensively on innovative surgical treatments
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – a global leader in minimally invasive techniques.

• 31 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University

Dr. Safarov specializes in stomach and intestinal diseases, with advanced training from Kocaeli Derince and Gastro Academy.

• Practices at BAH International – a specialized gastroenterology center
• Experienced in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions
• Attended Internal Medicine Congress for latest treatment protocols
• Trained at Vreden Russian Research Institute for additional expertise

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in complex gastroenterology cases with 15+ published research articles on conditions like pancreatitis and gallstones.

• Board-certified gastroenterologist with over 22 years of experience of clinical experience
• Published extensively on severe acute pancreatitis and gallstone complications
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital – a leading gastroenterology center
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology Association
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – JCI-accredited facility

Dr. ZHANG Rong Chun is Director of the Department of Gastroenterology. He is a leading expert in digestive endoscopy with over 30 years of clinical experience. He previously worked at Xijing Hospital.

His practice focuses on advanced endoscopic tumor resection. He also manages pancreatic and biliary diseases, gastrointestinal cancers, and acute abdominal conditions.

He holds key professional appointments. He is a Committee Member (Endoscopic Oncology), a Standing Committee Member (Digestive Endoscopy), and a Deputy Director in multiple medical associations.

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Dr. Aghayev brings extensive emergency medicine experience to gastroenterology cases at Liv Bona Dea Hospital.

• Over 16 years of experience in emergency and intensive care
• Specializes in acute gastrointestinal conditions
• Works at Baku's premier international hospital
• Trained in pediatric gastroenterology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ugur Korkmaz brings 24 years of experience of specialized expertise in Gastroenterology, with a focus on complex digestive disorders and advanced endoscopic techniques.

• Specializes in diseases of the esophagus, liver, and pancreas, including reflux disease and cirrhosis
• Expert in ERCP and other minimally invasive procedures
• Published extensively in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Associate Professor at leading institutions

Birol Baysal brings extensive expertise to gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Specialist and lecturer at Bezmialem Foundation University
• Works with a range of digestive system disorders

Prof. Dr. Erdem Akbal is a Gastroenterology Specialist at Memorial Şişli and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospitals in Istanbul. He previously served at Liv Hospital Ulus, Medicana Ataşehir, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. He became an Associate Professor in 2014 and a Professor in 2019.

He received advanced training in interventional endoscopy. He completed ESD at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He trained in POEM/ESD and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center. He trained in EUS at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA. He continues to attend ESG, ERCP, EUS, ESD, and POEM courses and congresses.

He has authored more than 100 international indexed publications. His presentations have won awards. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society, the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatology Society, the Liver Diseases Association, the IBD Association, and the Turkish Liver Research Association.

Dr. Saydam Mehmet specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, with extensive training at top institutions.

• Trained at University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia and anti-reflux surgeries
• Focuses on metabolic and bariatric procedures
• Associate professor with over 26 years of experience of experience
• Member of leading surgical associations

Dr. Teoman Akcay specializes in gastroenterology with extensive experience across Turkey's leading hospitals.

• Over 26 years of experience of gastroenterology practice
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Associations
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University – a top medical school
• Published numerous national and international articles