Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Worldwide

Prof. Nihat Okcu brings over 27 years of gastroenterology expertise to Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in digestive diseases including ulcerative colitis
• Published 23+ research papers on gastrointestinal conditions
• Faculty member at Medipol University teaching gastroenterology
• Trained at Ataturk University's internal medicine program

Prof. Filippini specializes in surgical treatment of locally advanced tumors and multi-organ resections, with training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

• Over 46 years of experience in general and oncological surgery
• Trained in minimally invasive and robotic techniques in the US
• Author of over 100 scientific publications
• Professor at the University of Chieti since the 1990s

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.

Specializing in gastroenterology with a focus on ulcerative colitis, Dr. Murat Sarikaya works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Published 15+ peer-reviewed articles on gastroenterology topics
• Specialized in gastroenterology at Medipol University
• Experienced in treating complex gastrointestinal conditions

Dr. Erol Cakmak is a gastroenterologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. He treats digestive conditions, including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Cakmak performs endoscopic procedures such as gastric and duodenal polyp removals.

He works at Medicana Sivas, a facility that treats over 113,700 patients annually and has 219 beds. Dr. Cakmak also treats patients with Barrett's esophagus, pancreatitis, and chronic gastritis. He manages biliary tract issues, including cholelithiasis and gastrocele.

Specializes in nutrition for chronic diseases, including ulcerative colitis, with a focus on personalized dietary plans.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University, a leading institution in nutrition and dietetics
• Completed specialized courses in bariatric nutrition and obesity innovations
• Worked in oncology, pediatric, and adult hospitals during internships
• Fluent in English, facilitating communication with international patients

Dr. Julio Valle Munoz combines clinical expertise with academic rigor – trained at the University Hospital of Helsinki and now treating digestive disorders at HM Sanchinarro.

• Specializes exclusively in digestive system conditions
• Holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from Finland
• Serves as Associate Physician at Virgen de la Salud Hospital
• Former Assistant Professor of Medicine in Helsinki

Dr. Gontrand Lopez-nava Breviere is a gastroenterologist at Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro in Madrid. He treats obesity, type 2 diabetes, and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Lopez-nava Breviere works at a facility that treats over 400,000 patients every year. The clinic holds EFQM excellence certification and ISO 9001 quality standards. These international accreditations verify the safety protocols of the surgical and diagnostic departments.