94 Best Crohn's Disease Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Ahmet Melih Ozel is a gastroenterologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic liver conditions. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies. Dr. Ozel also focuses on pancreatobiliary system diseases. He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease and chronic Hepatitis B.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
• Former Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Erman Aytac is a professor of surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in colorectal surgery, digestive oncology, and inflammatory bowel diseases. Dr. Aytac completed a prestigious fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Diseases Institute.

• Published over 150 scientific articles in international medical journals.
• Authored over 40 articles in national surgery journals.
• Winner of the Best Presentation Award from the American College of Surgeons.
• Holds European Board of Surgery Qualification in Coloproctology (EBSQ-c).

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.

Professor Mehmet Guler combines decades of surgical expertise with advanced academic training in health law – a rare dual perspective for Crohn's disease patients.

• Over 34 years of experience in general surgery
• Holds professorship at Istanbul Aydın University
• Specialized training from top Turkish medical institutions
• Completed additional master's in health law for patient advocacy

Dr. Sun Guangxi is a gastroenterologist at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. He has performed thousands of painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures. He specializes in the early detection and minimally invasive treatment of digestive cancers. Dr. Sun is a member of the Chinese Medical Association’s Digestive Endoscopy Society.

• Specializes in painless endoscopy using intravenous sedation for high-precision lesion detection.
• Performs endoscopic mucosal dissection (ESD) and complex polyp removals.
• Uses hand-drawn diagrams to explain clinical findings to his patients.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and Barrett's esophagus.

Prof. Arber has published over 300 scientific papers, focusing on the link between chronic inflammation and cancer – a key concern for Crohn's patients.

• Over 44 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Head of the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
• Trained in gastroenterology at Tel Aviv University and performed research at NewYork-Presbyterian Center
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and European Society of Digestive Oncology

Specializing in Crohn's disease, Dr. Mete Akin brings extensive gastroenterology expertise from Akdeniz University.

• Over 25 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Subspecialty training in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Former Assistant and Associate Professor at Akdeniz University
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Prof. Emek brings extensive academic and surgical expertise to Crohn's disease treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialized in General Surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of National Surgical Association and other professional groups
• Active in transplantation and surgical coordination

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 has transformed lives with innovative gastroenterology treatments, including successful POEM surgeries.

• Authored around 100 academic publications
• Specializes in innovative treatment protocols for complex cases
• Philosophy focuses on restoring hope and improving lives

Dr. Lala Nasirova specializes in an integrative approach to Crohn's disease, combining pediatric and functional medicine expertise.

• Trained at Functional Medicine University in New York
• Focuses on gut microbiota disorders and chronic digestive issues
• Member of the Eurasian Integrative Medicine Association
• Certified in epigenetic medicine and clinical nutrition

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases, with extensive experience in Crohn's disease treatment at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery for Crohn's disease
• Published research on innovative surgical treatments for inflammatory bowel diseases
• Member of the Gastroenterology Surgery Association

Dr. Tarik Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for Crohn's disease, with over 900 procedures performed.

• 22 years of experience as a gastroenterologist
• Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal conditions
• Awarded for Best Verbal Presentation at international congress
• Expert in ERCP and ESD for digestive tract conditions
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Fermín Mearin Manrique heads the Digestive System Service at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He founded the Teknon Institute for the Study and Treatment of Constipation and Incontinence. Dr. Manrique specializes in functional digestive disorders and complex gastrointestinal diagnostics. He completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Published over 400 scientific works in the field of gastroenterology.
• Chief gastroenterology specialist at Centro Médico Teknon.
• Heads a department at a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and World Gastroenterology Organisation.

Professor Aytug has over 46 years of experience in gastroenterology, specializing in Crohn's disease at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Published numerous papers and articles on digestive disorders
• Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University's School of Medicine
• Active participant in local and international medical congresses

Dr. Engin Tutar is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He is the former head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University. Dr. Tutar has delivered over 50 presentations at national and international medical congresses. He specializes in treating complex digestive, liver, and nutritional disorders in children.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including polypectomy and esophageal variceal bleeding control.
• Treats inflammatory bowel disease, Celiac disease, and H. pylori infections.
• Manages chronic pediatric conditions such as growth disorders and liver diseases.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats over 500,000 patients annually.

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.