176 Best Inguinal Hernia Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Murat Yaman is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 rhinoplasties and 1,500 breast enlargements. Dr. Yaman also completed 500 facelifts and 1,000 liposuction procedures using VASER technology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in tummy tucks, body contouring, and facial feminization surgery.
• Treats 500–600 patients each year for cosmetic and reconstructive needs.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reconstructive, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Association of Emergency Hand and Microsurgery.

Dr. Burcin Batman is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has participated in 1,000+ obesity and metabolic surgery cases. Dr. Batman is an Associate Professor and former faculty member at Istinye University. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic procedures for weight loss and hernias.

• Holds certification from the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.
• Treats colorectal, endocrine, and anal region diseases using laser techniques.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

• Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
• Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
• Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
• Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Antoni Krajewski is a specialist in general surgery and aesthetic medicine at Sienna Clinic. He leads FUE hair transplantation courses in collaboration with the Luxmed Medical Education Center. His practice focuses on hair restoration and gender-affirming top surgery. Dr. Krajewski is recognized for his empathetic focus on the LGBTQ+ community.

• Specializes in FUE hair transplants, eyelid correction, and facial plastic surgery.
• Performs gender-affirming procedures including FTM top surgery and chest masculinization.
• Serves as a trainer in aesthetic medicine and hair transplantation techniques.
• Treats general surgical conditions such as inguinal and umbilical hernias.

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.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci is a board-certified General Surgeon with specialized training in advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Turkey's top scorer in gastroenterology surgery specialization exam
• Established inflammatory bowel disease surgery units
• Teaches surgical techniques to medical students and residents

Dr. Yoon Sik Kang is a general surgeon at Gibbeum Hospital in Seoul. He is the developer of the Kang Repair mesh-free hernia surgery. He has performed over 40,000 operations, including over 20,000 mesh-free repairs. Dr. Kang holds a Ph.D. from Seoul National University College of Medicine.

• Achieved a recurrence rate under 0.2% for his hernia repair technique.
• Ranked as the top proctology specialist by Dong-A Ilbo.
• Served as the former President of Daehang Hospital.
• Treated international patients from more than 50 countries.

Performed over 2000 hepatobiliary surgeries with 95% success rate – Dr. Aliosmanoglu specializes in complex abdominal procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed residency at Başkent University – a leading medical school
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Managed Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit at university hospital
• Published multiple research projects on abdominal surgical techniques

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert in robotic surgery by Intuitive Surgical, the maker of Da Vinci robots, with over 3,500 robotic surgeries performed.

• Head of the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital
• Specializes in prostatectomy, transoral surgeries, and bariatric procedures
• Certified by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robotic systems
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery
• Performs complex surgeries with precision using robotic assistance

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Dr. Adriana Nowak is a general surgeon at Sienna Clinic in Warsaw. She specializes in gynecomastia surgery and aesthetic procedures. Dr. Nowak treats chronic wounds using negative pressure therapy. She completed her specialist training at Międzyleski Specialist Hospital.

• Member of the Polish Wound Management Association.
• Performs hernia repairs, nipple reductions, and lipomastia surgery.
• Regularly contributes to medical journals as an author and researcher.
• Practices at a multi-specialty center focused on urology and plastic surgery.

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Specializes in hernia surgery with expertise in both open and laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Hanifi Onalan ensures tailored approaches for each case.

• Over 27 years of experience in hernia treatments
• Skilled in laparoscopic techniques – known for less invasive solutions
• Practices at Atlas University Hospital – a leading institution for surgical care

Dr. Grzegorz Kowalski is a general and bariatric surgeon at KCM Clinic in Poland. He received the Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson. Dr. Kowalski focuses on weight loss surgery, oncological procedures, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. He treats complex cases including esophageal burns and type 2 diabetes.

• Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and minimally invasive bariatric techniques.
• Winner of the Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery award from Olympus.
• Member of the Metabolic and Bariatric Section of the Society of Polish Surgeons.
• Works at ISO-certified KCM Clinic, which serves 700 international patients annually.

Dr. Marco Sariñana has performed 2,000+ weight loss surgeries and 1,000 cosmetic procedures. He is a dual specialist at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali. Dr. Sariñana specializes in combining bariatric and aesthetic surgeries for full body transformations. He serves as Secretary of the National Council of Aesthetic Surgery.

• Holds a Master's Certification in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric balloon procedures.
• Works at a CSG-accredited boutique facility near the US-Mexico border.