Page 2 - Best Inguinal hernia doctors: TOP 108 doctors

Prof. Mehmet Tahir Oruç brings over 37 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in complex hernia repairs at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in hepatobiliary and liver transplantation at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Associate professorship at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Chief of Clinic at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Specialized in laparoscopic lower gastrointestinal surgery in Scotland

Dr. Yoon Shik Kang, M.D., Ph.D., is President and Founder of Gibbeum Hospital, Korea’s only surgical‑specialty general hospital. Dr. Kang is a pioneer in hernia and colorectal surgery. He has over 30 years of experience and has performed more than 40,000 operations, including over 20,000 mesh‑free hernia repairs. He was ranked the No. 1 proctology specialist by Dong‑A Ilbo. He received the 2016 Hanmi True Medical Award.

Dr. Kang developed the Kang Repair, a mesh‑free hernia surgery. It avoids synthetic mesh and foreign‑body risks. Reported recurrence is under 0.2%, and chronic pain is under 0.5%. The procedure uses local anesthesia and a small incision. Recovery is fast, and early travel is possible. It is often safer for older adults and patients with other conditions. Dr. Kang earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. in Medicine from Seoul National University College of Medicine. He was a colorectal research fellow at St. Mark’s (1993–1994). He has been an invited speaker at the Japanese Society of Coloproctology and a presenter at the 100th ASCRS. Patients have come from more than 56 countries.

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with a focus on minimally invasive treatments.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Marmara University General Surgery Department
• Participated in numerous local and international medical congresses
• Published articles in both local and international medical journals

1,100+ hernia treatments performed – Dr Prasert Sujiipinyo brings 28 years of experience of surgical expertise to Intrarat Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal and abdominal procedures
• Board-certified in general surgery from Rajavithi Hospital
• Graduated from Chiang Mai University's medical faculty
• Personally evaluates each case for customized treatment plans

900+ inguinal hernia procedures performed – Dr. Centeno specializes in laparoscopic surgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 32 years of experience of experience in general and gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained in colorectal surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery protocols
• Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

The doctor has been a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center since 2006, specializing in pancreatic cancer. He completed his medical education at Fırat University Medical Faculty and further specialized in general surgery at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar KEAH in Istanbul in 2003. With experience in various health centers and hospitals, he has also served as an assistant professor and assistant coordinator at Maltepe University Medical School. The doctor has participated in advanced courses, including the Cytoreductive Surgery & Hipec Course and the da Vinci Robotic Surgery Training Program.

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Over 35 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 1996
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul, M.D., is a general surgeon. He completed his general surgery residency at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital in 2014. He earned his M.D. from Chulalongkorn University in 2007. He practices at Inthrarat Hospital (2025–present). He previously held general surgery posts at CGH Hospital (2021–2025) and Phra Phutthabat Hospital (2014–2021).

His clinical training includes GI endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital in 2015. He trained in ERCP at Rajavithi Hospital in 2016. He completed laparoscopic colorectal surgery training at Chulalongkorn University Hospital in 2018. He also completed ICD-10 coding training with the NHSO in 2015. He has served on the NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee since 2015.

Dr. Fatal-valevsky is one of Israel's top pediatric neurologists and heads the Pediatric Neurology Unit at the Sourasky Medical Center.

• Over 47 years of experience of experience treating children with neurological conditions
• Extensive specialist training from Tel Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in neurogenetic disorders and pediatric epilepsy
• Active member of multiple international pediatric neurology societies
• Holds senior leadership roles at a major Israeli teaching hospital

Prof. Schenker combines specialized hernia surgery expertise with leadership in minimally invasive techniques at Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Additional clinical specialization in minimally invasive and hernia surgery
• Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at Academic Hospital Solingen
• Member of the German Medical Association
• Introduced modern surgical methods at Solingen Clinic
• Expert in gastrointestinal oncology surgery with pancreatic focus

Dr. Harald Rosen is a leading expert in gastroenterology and endoscopic surgery, specializing in minimally invasive procedures for complex gastrointestinal conditions.

• Decades of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Specializes in interventional endoscopy – bridging internal medicine and surgery
• Performs advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on the digestive tract
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik and other major Viennese hospitals

Specializes in pediatric surgery with a focus on inguinal hernia repairs – Dr. Cakar brings academic expertise to clinical practice.

• University lecturer in pediatric surgery at Karabük University
• Member of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology Associations
• Trained in abdominal and colorectal surgery for children
• Attended multiple specialized pediatric surgery workshops

Highly experienced in pediatric surgery, Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik specializes in children's surgical needs, including inguinal hernia, at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 49 years of experience of experience in pediatric surgery
• Trained at University of London's 'The Hospital for Sick Children'
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks
• Former head of Istanbul Faculty of Medicine's Pediatric Surgery Department
• Active in pediatric tumor treatment council meetings

Heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at the major Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) – a leader in abdominal procedures.

• Over 35 years of experience of surgical experience
• Top specialist in open and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in complex procedures like Whipple surgery
• Focuses specifically on abdominal surgery

Dr. Tulchinsky is a leading oncoprotologist and the director of the Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Also serves as Head of the General Surgery Division
• Specializes in laparoscopic, minimally invasive bowel resections
• Leads the colorectal surgery team at a premier medical center
• Handles complex cases including functional anorectal disorders and rectal cancer

Dr. Goldman is Deputy Head of Surgery and Head of Proctology at Tel Aviv's Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Holds dual leadership roles within one of Israel's top hospitals
• Brings 42 years of experience of total surgical experience to patient care
• Active member of the European Society of Abdominal Surgeons
• Fellow of the European Society of Coloproctology

As president of Lithuania's Minimally Invasive Surgery Audit Committee, Dr. Lipnickas actively shapes hernia surgery standards. He specializes in laparoscopic procedures at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital.

• Graduated from Vilnius University Hospital Faculty of Medicine
• Completed a residency in laparoscopic and abdominal surgery at Kaunas University Hospital
• Senior surgeon in the general surgery division of Vilnius University Hospital
• Member of both the European and Austrian Associations for Hernia
• Author of 24 scientific articles cited in the medical community

Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital – Dr. Suhotnik specializes in pediatric surgery with 36 years of experience of experience.

• Treats children exclusively at one of Israel's top pediatric hospitals
• Visiting professor at Tel Aviv University
• Member of four international surgical associations
• Educated at Chernivtsi Medical University

Dr. Ahmet Alptekein specializes in pediatric surgery with expertise in robotic and laparoscopic interventions at Şişli Kolan International Hospital.

• Completed Pediatric Surgery residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Expertise in pediatric urology and neonatal surgery
• Skilled in tumor surgery and endoscopic procedures for children