Page 2 - Best Keloid scars doctors: TOP 40 doctors

Trained in robotic surgery in the USA and microsurgery in Switzerland – Dr. Gul brings specialized skills to Keloid scar treatment at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• 20+ years of surgical experience
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic techniques
• Associate professor of general surgery
• Specializes in complex surgical cases

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan brings 28+ years of surgical expertise to keloid scar treatment, combining oncological precision with advanced techniques.

• Specialized in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries for minimal scarring
• Trained in colorectal surgery at Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota
• Published researcher with articles in international medical journals
• Senior professor at Ankara University's medical faculty

Dr. Abu Shamsiya specializes in surgical treatments for a wide range of abdominal conditions, including hernias and gallstone disease.

• Experienced in laparoscopic hernia removal techniques
• Skilled in treating acute abdominal conditions
• Provides surgical solutions for varicose veins

Dr. İlhami Soykan Barlas was born in the year 1977 in Istanbul Moda. He is graduated from Kadıköy Anadolu High School and Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He was awarded the title of General Surgery Specialist after completing his general surgery specialization in Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in the year 2008. 

He went to Scotland 2 times in the years 2006-2007 and received advanced laparoscopic education. He awarded with ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey in the year 2009 for his contributions to the establishment of Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital Burn Center and for his related works. 

After completing his compulsory service at Kastamonu İnebolu State Hospital between the years 2009-2011, resigned from his duty at the state owned institutions, returned to Istanbul and started to work in private sector. He has been working as kidney transplant and general surgery specialist in Florence Nightingale group of hospitals since the year 2013. Since the year 2017, he has been serving as academic Doctor Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine of Demiroğlu Science University. He has more than 20 articles published in national and international journals in general surgery and kidney transplant and more than 30 proceedings that are submitted in national and international congresses. 

He also has been the book editor and chapter author on kidney transplant and he also has been chapter author in various surgery books. Dr Soykan Barlas has been awarded the title ‘General Surgery Associate Professor’ in the year 2020. Currently, he has been working within the organization of Medical Park Group of Hospitals .

 EXPERIENCES 

 İstanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital 2003-2008 (Specialization Education ) 

 İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital 2009 

 İnebolu State Hospital 2009-2011 (Compulsory Service Duty) 

 Private Hospitalium Şişli Hospital 2012-2013 

 Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2013-2020 

 Demiroğlu Science University Faculty of Medicine Surgery Department Lecturer 2017- Present 

 İstanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center 2020- Present 

 Private Osmanoğlu Hospital Şişli 2020-2022 Medical Park Göztepe Hospital 2022- present.

SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES 

1.Soykan Barlas,ArzuAkan,YavuzEryavuz,GirayYavuz,SedatKamalı,Gülçin Kamalı: PrimaryHydatidosis of thegluteusmuscle:Report of a caseandreview of theliterature. Ind JSurg.2016; 78(2): 161–162. 

2.Metin Kement, Hakan Ahmet Acar, İlhami Soykan Barlas, Nihat Aksakal, Cem Gezen, Uygar Düzci, Mustafa Öncel: Clinical evaluation of a temporaryfecalcontainmentdevicefornonsurgicalfecaldiversion in perinealburns. Ulus Trauma Emergency Surgery Journal. 2011; 17(2): 123-127 

3.Bilgin Y, Hot S,BarlasIS,AkanA,Eryavuz Y:Short andlongtermresults of harmonicscalpelhemorrhoidectomyversusstaplerhemorrhoidopexy in treatment of hemorrhoidaldisease. Asian J Surg. 2015;38(4):214-9. 

4.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Sakaci T, Koc Y, Basturk T, Akin EB, Ecder T. NewOnsetDiabetesAfterKidneyTransplantationandPretransplantHypoma gnesemia.ProgTransplant. 2016 Mar;26(1):55-61. doi: 10.1177/1526924816633949. 

5.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Altunrende F, Akin EB, Ecder T. CalcifiedDouble J StentafterSequentialLiverandRenalTransplantationAssociatedtoprim aryOxalosis: Case Report. BANTAO journal, 2015;13(2), 97-99. 

6.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, KuskuCabuk F, Akin EB, Ecder T. A veryraretumor in a renaltransplantdonorcandidate: primarymesentericneuroendocrinetumor.InternationalJournal Of AdvancesIn Case Reports, 2015;2(4):244-249 

7.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Akin EB, Ecder T. Shouldtransplantureter be stentedroutinelyor not?EurRevMedPharmacolSci. 2014;18(23):3551-6. 

8.Sinangil A, Celik V, Barlas S, Koc Y, Basturk T, Sakaci T, Akin EB, Ecder T. Theincidence of newonsetdiabetesaftertransplantationandrelatedfactors: Singlecenterexperience. Nefrologia, 2017;37(2):181-188. 

9.Akin EB, Aydogdu I, Barlas IS. Introducing RobotAssistedLaparoscopicDonorNephrectomyAfterExperienceInHandAssistedRetroperitoneoscopicApproach. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2221-222. 

10. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Sardogan C, Akin EB. IncisionalComplicationsandCosmetic Evaluation AfterHand-AssistedRetroperitoneoscopicDonorNephrectomy. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2215-2220. 

11. Barlas IS, Aydogdu I, Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, Koc Y, Ecder T, Akin EB. HandAssistedNephretomyPredisposesIncisionalHerniationInObeseL ivingDonors. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2210-2214. 

12.Sinangil A, Atan Ucar Z, KocY, Barlas IS, Abouzahir S,Ecder ST, Akin EB. TheOutcome of DesensitizationTherapy in Immunologically High-risk KidneyTransplantation: Single-Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2268-2273 

13.GodeOguten E, Barlas IS, Akin EB. MentalDistressSymptomsand Life SatisfactionamongLivingKidneyDonors: FrequencyandAssociationwithSubjectiveEvaluations. TransplantProceedings 2019; 51, 2232-2236 

14. Atan Ucar Z,Sinangil A, Koc Y, Barlas IS, AbouzahirS, Ecder T, Akin EB. TheClinicalPrognosis Of TheRenalRetransplantPatients: A Single Center Experience. TransplantProceedings 2019;51, 2274- 2278. 

15. Barlas IS, Demir M, Akın EB. A single-center nineyearexperience in pediatrickidneytransplantation. Cumhuriyet MedicalJournal 2020; 42 (1), 126-135

Dr. Nekay specializes in keloid scar treatment with over 10 years of surgical experience at prestigious institutions like Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Board-certified general surgeon with expertise in scar revision
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
• Trained at top medical schools including Maltepe University
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital with JCI accreditation

Board-certified urologist specializing in reconstructive procedures at Menness Wellness Clinic, with a focus on male sexual health and minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialized in andrology and male sexual health
• Expert in minimally invasive surgery and reconstructive procedures
• Provides patient-centered care for improved quality of life
• Offers personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs

Dr. Hanifi Onalan specializes in a wide range of surgical treatments, including hernia and thyroid surgeries, at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in both open and laparoscopic hernia surgeries
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Centeno brings specialized expertise in surgical techniques from the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Florida, focusing on complex cases at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Trained in colorectal surgery at the Mayo Clinic
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery after surgery
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
• Associate professor in urogynecoproctological physiotherapy

Associate Professor Burak Özkan specializes in keloid scar treatment with international training in Japan, Belgium, and Korea.

• Over 15 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Juntendo University and Ghent University
• Active member of EURAPS and International Society of Burn Injuries
• Holds leadership roles in Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society

Dr. Viktor Alexander Krol heads the Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine departments at Martinus Hospital, specializing in advanced treatments for gastrointestinal and metabolic conditions.

• Director of the certified Obesity Treatment Center
• Expert in endoscopic and surgical weight loss procedures
• Uses latest diagnostic technologies for comprehensive care
• Specializes in treating complex metabolic disorders

Dr. Ertan Emek specializes in complex scar treatments at Biruni University Hospital, bringing years of surgical expertise to keloid care.

• Over 15 years of experience in surgical procedures
• Expertise in organ transplantation surgery
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital with over 20 years of surgical experience, specializing in complex cases.

• Board-certified in general surgery with extensive training
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies
• Specializes in bariatric, endocrine, and colorectal procedures
• Performs both standard and advanced surgical techniques

With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Akkaya specializes in advanced dermatological solutions at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Expert in laser therapies for scar treatment
• Highly experienced in cosmetic dermatology procedures
• Focuses on personalized, tailored skin care plans

Prof. Selin Kapan has been a Professor of General Surgery since 2017. She is currently with Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery (2022–present). She previously worked at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital as a Specialist and Associate Professor. She also served as Educational and Administrative Supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital. In addition, she was Medical Coordinator and General Surgeon at Istanbul Surgery Hospital.

She has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Her research covers hernia repair, perianal fistula, pilonidal disease, hepatic hydatid disease, laparoscopic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. Her work has been published in journals such as Digestive Surgery, Hernia, Techniques in Coloproctology, and the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. She is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, the Hernia Society, the Turkish HPB Surgery Association, the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association, and the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association.