Gastritis Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Ioannis Serafetinidis is a Gastroenterologist–Endoscopist at the IASYS Clinic Outpatient Department in Vyronas, Athens. He provides diagnosis and endoscopic treatment for digestive disorders to local and international patients.

He holds a Medical Degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his residency and specialization in the United States and pursued advanced postgraduate training there. This training included work in major clinical centers.

Expertise: gastroscopy, colonoscopy, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, GERD, inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer screening, and peptic ulcer disease. He is highly rated by patients on multiple online platforms. Languages: Greek, English.

Dr. Wlodzimierz Zych is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist. He treats liver and digestive diseases. His work includes cholestatic, autoimmune, and metabolic liver disorders. He also manages hemochromatosis, celiac disease, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Education and accreditation: MD, 1987, First Faculty of Medicine, Medical Academy in Warsaw. PhD, 1994, CMKP. Specialist in internal medicine, 1996. Specialist in gastroenterology, 2004.

Experience: Started in 1988 as a Junior Assistant at the Dept. of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, CMKP. Served as Assistant Professor and Head of the Hepatology Subunit until 2013. From 1994 to 2015, affiliated with the Dept. of Oncological Gastroenterology, Oncology Centre in Warsaw.

Academic achievements: Lecturer and academic teacher. Author and co-author of many scientific papers and textbook chapters. Long-term participant in the Screening Program for Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer.

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Doğan is a gastroenterologist. He earned his MD from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1991. He became an Internal Medicine specialist at Gazi University in 1996. He completed gastroenterology subspecialty training at İnönü University in 2001.

His academic career was at Gazi University. He served as Lecturer (2002), Assistant Professor (2003), Associate Professor (2007), and Professor (2012). He worked as a researcher at the University of California San Diego from 2004 to 2006. He has practiced at Koru Hospital since January 2023.

Clinical focus includes gastroesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, gastroparesis, achalasia, bloating, gas and belching, fecal incontinence, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. He performs ERCP, stent placement, balloon and bougie dilation, polypectomy, argon plasma coagulation, double-balloon enteroscopy, and bleeding control.

Prof. Filippini specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery for complex oncological cases, trained at top centers like Memorial Sloan Kettering.

• 46 years of surgical experience
• Expert in laparoscopic and microsurgical techniques
• Author of over 100 scientific publications
• Professor at University of Chieti since the 1990s

Dr. Yuzo Furukawa is the Head of the Japanese Department at Body & Soul Medical Clinics in Shanghai. He was the first Japanese citizen to receive a medical employment certificate in China. Dr. Furukawa combines internal medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to treat the mind and body. He earned his degree from the Shanghai University for TCM.

• Treats chronic conditions including allergic rhinitis, asthma, and functional gastroenteritis.
• Certified in the clinical application of antibacterial drugs and narcotic drug management.
• Treats sleep disorders, chronic tonsillitis, and gallbladder issues.
• Consults in Japanese and Mandarin for international patients.

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan is a leading general and oncological surgeon with 55 years of expertise in gastrointestinal surgeries, including endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques.

• Specialized in colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital in London
• Trained in advanced techniques at the Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota
• Published research on colon cancer outcomes
• Senior professor at Ankara University's medical faculty

Prof. Levent Demirturk brings extensive expertise in gastroenterology from his tenure at GATA Haydarpaşa as both ward chief and professor.

• Specializes in gastroenterology with over 41 years of experience
• Holds a professor title and served in leadership roles
• Member of the Higher Science Council
• Trained at Hacettepe University and GATA
• Currently practices at Emsey Hospital

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in gastroenterology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on gastritis and related conditions.

• Graduated from Firat University with a focus on internal medicine
• Completed gastroenterology training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on gastrointestinal conditions
• Active participant in international gastroenterology conferences

Dr. Saygili Ozlem is a gastroenterologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. She treats digestive conditions including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Ozlem performs procedures such as gastric and duodenal polyp removals. She works at Medicana Sivas, a facility that treats over 113,000 patients annually.

• Treats chronic gastritis and pancreatitis.
• Performs endoscopic removal of gastrointestinal tract polyps.
• Manages gastric ulcers and cholelithiasis.
• Practices at a hospital with 219 beds and 86 medical specialists.

Prof. Nihat Okcu focuses on gastritis at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, with extensive research on Helicobacter pylori treatments.

• Over 27 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Published multiple studies on gastritis and Helicobacter pylori
• Specializes in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures
• Part of Medipol University's gastroenterology department

Prof. Dr. Varocha Mahachai brings of specialized gastroenterology experience, with advanced training from top institutions worldwide.

• Expert in hepatology, endoscopy, and digestive disorders
• MD from Chulalongkorn University – Thailand's top medical school
• Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Pharmacology from UCSF
• Holds FRCPC and FACG certifications

Dr. Bahaeddin Tapkan is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Basari Hospital in Istanbul. He treats digestive system disorders such as gastric ulcers, gastritis, and pancreatitis. Dr. Tapkan performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and gallbladder resections. He works at a facility holding ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification.

• Performs surgical removal of duodenal polyps and appendectomies.
• Practices at Basari Hospital, which holds a national health tourism authorization.
• Consults with patients online about gastrointestinal health.
• Treats patients in a 100-bed facility licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Grusliene Dalia is a gastroenterologist at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center.

• Specializes in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal conditions
• Provides focused medical care for patients with gastritis
• Offers expert consultation at the diagnostic center