98 Best Cholelithiasis Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Koray Karabulut is a general surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in liver transplantation and robotic HPB surgery. He completed a research fellowship in liver tumors at the Cleveland Clinic. He also trained in minimally invasive surgery at IRCAD in France.

• Served as the responsible specialist at Fırat University Liver Transplant Center.
• Completed specialized robotic HPB surgery training at Ageo Medical Center in Japan.
• Authored clinical guidelines for the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Published over 400 scientific papers in journals like Surgery and Surg Endosc.

Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez is a general surgeon at Centro PAD in Madrid. He holds a patent for a prosthetic implantation system for abdominal wall surgery. Dr. Garcia Vasquez serves as Associate Head of Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital. He earned his PhD in Surgery with summa cum laude honors.

• Certified in robotic surgery using the Da Vinci X, Xi, and 5 platforms.
• Specially trained in laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France.
• Focuses on minimally invasive colorectal, proctologic, and abdominal wall procedures.
• Member of the Spanish Association of Surgeons and the Spanish Association of Coloproctology.

Dr. Sandrus, head of the Internal Medicine Department at Centro Médico Teknon, brings decades of specialized experience in nephrology and internal medicine.

• Specialized in nephrology at Hospital Clinic in Barcelona
• Lead specialist in Teknon's Internal Medicine Department since 2009
• Member of the Spanish Society of Nephrology
• Doctoral dissertation focused on nephrology

Specializes in internal medicine and hematology/oncology, with a focus on systemic therapies for complex conditions at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Graduated from Medical University of Vienna
• Over 36 years of experience in oncology
• Expert in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy
• Emphasizes holistic and supportive patient care

Prof. Mehmet Guler brings over 34 years of surgical experience, specializing in Cholelithiasis at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Completed General Surgery Residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a Professorship from Istanbul Aydın University
• Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Gaziantep University
• Specialized in advanced laparoscopic techniques

Over 44 years of experience focused on preventing and treating gastrointestinal conditions. Prof. Arber leads the Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Heads the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center
• Specialized fellowship training at a U.S. center (NewYork-Presbyterian)
• Published over 300 scientific papers on gastroenterology and oncology
• Member of leading international organizations like the American Gastroenterological Association
• Expert in early diagnostics of GI tract tumors

Associate Professor with 25 years in gastroenterology, specializing in digestive system disorders at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Süleyman Demirel University
• Extensive experience in internal medicine and digestive conditions
• Previously held academic roles at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings academic rigor to gallbladder surgery, trained at Ankara University and now teaching at Akdeniz University.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Associated with Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from Mahidol University, a top-tier Thai institution. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in treating complex liver conditions like chronic Hepatitis B and C.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and gastric polyps removal.
• Manages autoimmune digestive disorders, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Offers diagnostic screenings like gastroscopy with biopsy and transnasal endoscopy.

Dr. Bilal Ergul pioneered innovative gastroenterology treatments, including successful Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgeries.

• Authored around 100 publications on various academic topics
• Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Works at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in laparoscopic surgery for cholelithiasis at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, combining precision with extensive experience.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Over 23 years of experience in general and gastroenterology surgery
• Published research on innovative surgical treatments for gastrointestinal diseases
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Recipient of Best Young Researcher Award in transplantation

Dr. Kivanc Derya Peker is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. Dr. Peker completed specialized training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. He treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, and stomach.

• Performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date.
• Completed over 200 liver surgeries and numerous kidney transplants.
• Ranked in the top 3 during his national gastroenterology surgery minor examination.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Tarik Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for digestive disorders, including ERCP for bile duct treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Over 22 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal treatments
• Awarded for best presentations at international cancer congresses
• Specializes in POEM techniques for achalasia and gastroparesis

One of few bariatric surgeons in Mexico certified by ASMBS – Dr. Pliego specializes in obesity-related conditions at Dr. Enrique Pliego Private Practice.

• 10 years in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Focuses on personalized care for each patient
• Treats gastroesophageal reflux and related complications

Professor Omer Necip Aytug is a seasoned gastroenterologist with over 46 years of experience in the field. He specializes in advanced gallbladder treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Holds professorship from Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Authored numerous papers and book chapters in native and foreign languages
• Member of multiple local and international medical societies

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a professor of gastroenterology at Istanbul Aydın University. He previously practiced at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Polat focuses on hepato-pancreatology and inflammatory intestinal diseases. He serves as an expert in both diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures.

• Member of prestigious international societies including AASLD, EASL, and ESGE.
• Authored 45 national and international medical publications.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including gastric polypectomy and duodenal polyp removal.

Dr. Sans Cuffí specializes in digestive system disorders, with extensive research and clinical experience in gastroenterology.

• Completed postgraduate training at Case Western Reserve University, USA
• Author of over 150 publications and 500 conference presentations
• Member of multiple prestigious gastroenterology associations
• Focuses on inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic intestinal inflammation

Prof. Schindl specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery – a key area for complex cholelithiasis cases. He combines decades of surgical expertise with academic leadership at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Expert in liver and pancreatic surgery since the 2000s
• Senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik for abdominal tumors
• Published researcher on liver regeneration and surgical outcomes
• Professor of Surgery at Medical University of Vienna