Pancreatitis Doctors Worldwide

Prof. Jong Kyun Lee specializes in pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers, pancreatitis, and gallstones at Samsung Medical Center.

• Trained at Seoul National University College of Medicine and University of California
• Member of Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Member of Korean Society of Gastroenterology
• Member of Korean Pancreatobiliary Association

Professor Rifaat Safadi leads the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in complex liver conditions.

• Over 38 years of experience in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Trained with Professor Scott Friedman at Sinai School of Medicine
• Author of numerous articles on liver diseases
• Recipient of the Hadassah Prize for liver fibrosis research
• Member of international liver study associations

Dr. Shimon Reif is a WHO expert developing protocols for pediatric digestive conditions. He heads the Pediatric Department at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Specializes in pediatric liver and GI tract illnesses
• Author of 50+ research articles on childhood gastrointestinal and liver conditions
• Patented a novel treatment method for non-malignant liver diseases
• Trained in pediatric gastroenterology at Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo

Dr. Safarov specializes in gastrointestinal conditions, including pancreatitis, with training from Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital.

• Experienced in treating stomach and intestinal diseases
• Trained at Vreden Russian Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics
• Attended Gastro Academy for specialized gastroenterology training

Specializes in pancreatic and bile duct surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cases.

• Expert in cancer surgery with a focus on pancreatic conditions
• Performs advanced bariatric and metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in oncological surgeries including breast and colon cancer

Specializes in pancreatic diseases with a focus on integrative biological medicine approaches. Dr. Guliyeva combines conventional and biological treatments for comprehensive care.

• Over 17 years of experience in gastroenterology
• Trained in viral hepatitis and gastroenterology at Ege University, Turkey
• Member of the Biological Medicine Center in Baku
• Expertise in treating drug-induced liver conditions

Specializing in Gastroenterology with a focus on advanced endoscopic procedures – Dr. Bilgic trains physicians and leads research at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Advanced Endoscopy Training in South Korea
• Conducted research on liver regeneration
• Associate Professor in Gastroenterology
• Assistant Chief Physician experience

Specializes in gastroenterology surgery with a fellowship from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital. Brings deep expertise to complex pancreatic cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Board-certified general surgery specialist with over 37 years of experience
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds professorship in general surgery

Dr. Tepebasi specializes in minimally invasive weight loss solutions at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Expert in gastric balloon procedures
• Focuses on patient-centered care and follow-up
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for holistic treatment

Associate Professor Ali Solmaz specializes in pancreatitis treatment at Erdem Hospital, where he combines surgical expertise with editorial roles in major gastroenterology journals.

• Completed specialization in General Surgery at Marmara University
• Editorial board member for four leading medical journals
• Active member of six prominent surgical and obesity societies
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical pancreatitis treatments

Dr. Palep has 25 years of experience in Upper GI and Weight Loss Surgeries, including advanced robotic techniques for faster recovery.

• Trained in Los Angeles for Banded Bypass and Mini Gastric Bypass
• Performs Sleeve Gastrectomy with Duodeno-jejunal bypass, ideal for vegetarian patients
• Robotic GI Surgery training in Italy (2006-7) for precision work
• Less than 1% procedure-related morbidity rate, matching global standards
• Led department certified as Center of Excellence by IEF

Specialist Gastroenterologist with 13 years focused on pancreatic and hepatic disorders – trained at Shiraz University, home to one of the world's most advanced transplant centers.

• Expert in upper GI endoscopy and total colonoscopy
• Skilled in liver elastography for precise diagnostics
• Treats acute and chronic pancreatitis cases
• Manages complex gastrointestinal emergencies

Assoc. Prof. Oguzhan Ozturk is a gastroenterology specialist with over 19 years of experience, currently leading the Gastroenterology Clinic at Biruni University Hospital.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Medeniyet University, Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Recipient of awards for oral presentations at national gastroenterology congresses
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Previously served as Chief Resident and Administrative Responsible at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Siegbert Rossol brings 36 years of medical gastroenterology expertise at Nordwest Clinic.

• Fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology
• Specializes in endoscopic therapy for digestive disorders
• Member of multiple prestigious liver and digestive disease societies

Dr. Abdulkerim Yilmaz is a gastroenterologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. He treats digestive conditions including cirrhosis, Crohn's disease, and pancreatitis. Dr. Yilmaz performs endoscopic procedures to remove polyps from the stomach and duodenum.

He works at Medicana Sivas, a facility that treats over 110,000 patients annually. The hospital has 219 beds and a department for gastrointestinal care. Dr. Yilmaz manages chronic inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Barrett's esophagus. He also treats gastric issues such as ulcers, gastritis, and gallstones.

Specializes in pediatric gastroenterology with a focus on acute and chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Basaran is an Associate Professor at Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital.

• Member of ESPGHAN – European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Expertise in digestive system food allergies and chronic abdominal pain
• Extensive experience in liver transplantation pre and post-treatment
• Active member of Turkish Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology

Specializes in laparoscopic surgeries for acute abdominal conditions, including pancreatitis, at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Experienced in treating gallstone disease and related complications
• Skilled in managing acute conditions like perforating ulcers and intestinal obstruction
• Performs bariatric surgery for obesity and metabolic dysfunction

Dr. Holovyna brings 34 years of gastroenterology expertise, specializing in digestive health and nutrition at Sana Vita.

• Member of European Association for the Study of the Liver
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans combining therapy and diet
• Specializes in metabolic conditions and nutrition-related health issues

Specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on pancreatic conditions – currently heads colorectal cancer screening initiatives at the National Cancer Institute.

• Board-certified gastroenterologist since 2015
• Works at the Gastroenterology Department of the National Cancer Institute
• Vice-chairman of the Endoscopy Section at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Trains others in advanced endoscopic techniques

Prof. Dr. Musa Aydınlı is an internal medicine specialist and gastroenterologist. He completed his MD at Hacettepe University in 1997. He finished internal medicine training in 2003 and gastroenterology training in 2007 at the same institution. He worked at Kayseri Training and Research Hospital from 2007 to 2009. He served in the Gastroenterology Department at Gaziantep University from 2009 to 2014. He became an associate professor in 2012 and a professor in 2020. He joined Gülhane Training and Research Hospital in 2022. He now practices at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Clinical focus: GERD; dyspepsia, gastritis, and Helicobacter pylori; peptic ulcer disease; celiac disease; IBS and IBD (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease); colon polyps; colorectal and upper GI cancers; liver disease (fatty liver, chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, portal hypertension); hepatobiliary and pancreatic disorders and cancers. Procedures: EGD, rectosigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy; biopsy, polypectomy, and endoscopic mucosal resection; hemostasis and APC; dilation and stent placement; PEG; ERCP; EUS-guided biopsy.