Page 3 - Best Umbilical hernia doctors: TOP 104 doctors

Dr. Arturo Martínez is a general surgeon trained at Centro Médico Nacional de Especialidades “La Raza” (IMSS). The program is recognized by UNAM. He has 20 years of experience in weight-loss surgery. He is board certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He also holds the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery.

He completed postgraduate training in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid. Since 2001, he has been affiliated with the Obesity Control Center (Cyntar). He is an assistant professor at UABC. He is also a conference speaker and a published author. He has taken part in live surgeries at international bariatric congresses.

Dr. Muzaffer Al specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, with training at Istanbul University.

• Board-certified in general surgery with 16 years of experience of experience
• Trained in laparoscopic antireflux and bariatric surgery
• Specializes in minimally invasive umbilical hernia repairs

Turgut Camkiran brings decades of surgical experience, specializing in umbilical hernia procedures with a focus on laparoscopic techniques.

• Over 48 years of experience in general surgery with extensive hernia repair experience
• Specialized in laparoscopic surgery, reducing recovery times for patients
• Active member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. César Canales has led General and Digestive Surgery and the Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional (Madrid) since 2015. He is a General and Digestive Surgeon with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in laparoscopic and Da Vinci robotic surgery for complex abdominal, oncologic, and abdominal wall cases.

He holds a PhD (cum laude, UAM) and an MD (with honors, UCM). He completed his specialist training at Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón. He is also certified by the Military Medical Corps. He has authored over 70 publications and 12 book chapters, including the Manual of Surgery (McGraw-Hill). He has served as faculty in more than 16 courses. Awards include Forbes Top 100 Doctors (2024), Top 5 General and Digestive Surgeons in Spain (2021–2024), La Razón Doctor of the Year (2024), and El Confidencial Best Doctors in Spain (2025).

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.

Dr. Ehsan Sotoudeh, MD, is a general surgeon, laparoscopic specialist, and aesthetic specialist. He has over 24 years of clinical experience with a focus on precision care and strong patient outcomes.

He is licensed in regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and exosome-based treatments. All services follow a regulated, physician-led model.

His care uses evidence-based protocols, advanced diagnostics, and individualized plans. He combines surgical, regenerative, and aesthetic methods to deliver safe, measurable results.

Specialist in pediatric surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques for children's surgical conditions, including umbilical hernia.

• Extensive experience in conventional and laparoscopic procedures
• Focuses on rapid recovery and minimal trauma for young patients
• Active member of professional medical societies
• Author of scientific papers presented at international conferences

Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış brings over 24 years of experience of specialized urology expertise, including advanced training in laparoscopy and robotic urology at Heidelberg University.

• Published over 100 articles in national and international journals
• Board member and Secretary General of the Endourology Society
• Active in the European Association of Urology's Young Academic Urologists committee
• Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University Department of Urology

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong, MD, is a specialist in Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Plastic Surgery. He has more than 25 years of medical experience.

He provides patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on safety and professional standards. His work centers on general and plastic surgery. His goal is to achieve consistent, long-lasting surgical outcomes.

Prof. Ozan Beytemur specializes in complex orthopedic cases with a strong research background in bone and soft tissue treatments.

• Professor at Health Sciences University, Istanbul
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Author of book chapters on bone infections and research
• Supervised multiple theses on bone healing and related treatments

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin specializes in umbilical hernia repair at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital with over 28 years of experience of surgical experience.

• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive hernia expertise
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Society and Society of Bariatric Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs both open and minimally invasive hernia repairs

Dr. Rafał Marszałek is a general, oncologic, and bariatric surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques. He leads the General Surgery Department at the Hospital in Legionowo, affiliated with the Military Medical Institute. He has many years of clinical experience from leading centers in Warsaw and the region.

As department head, he applies current treatment standards and advances modern surgical practice. The unit performs a high volume of procedures each year and provides full perioperative care. His key focus is bariatric surgery. He manages patient qualification, selects tailored laparoscopic methods, and provides postoperative monitoring. The goal is durable weight loss and reduced obesity‑related risk. His work also includes hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, and oncologic procedures.

With over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery, Dr. Tekelioglu specializes in treating umbilical hernias at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs surgical interventions with a focus on patient safety
• Long-term staff member at Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2000

Dr. Kazak specializes in surgical treatment of abdominal wall hernias, including umbilical hernias, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise in liver, gallbladder, and gastrointestinal surgeries
• Performs hernia repairs with modern surgical techniques
• Treats a wide range of abdominal conditions
• Skilled in both diagnosis and surgical intervention

Dr. César Lévano Linares is a specialist in general and digestive surgery. He works at Rey Juan Carlos University Hospital and Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital. He is recognized for his work in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

He holds a PhD in Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He completed a master’s in colorectal and pelvic floor surgery at the University of Zaragoza. He also holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from Louis Pasteur University in Strasbourg. He has European accreditation in laparoscopic surgery (EACCME).

His research covers bilateral retroperitoneal hibernoma and conversion from primary endoluminal endoscopic surgery to laparoscopic gastric bypass.

Dr. Kadir Dicle specializes in treating inguinal and abdominal wall hernias, including umbilical hernias, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specializes in hernia treatment among other surgical fields
• Expertise in metabolic and oncological surgery
• Skilled in both traditional and modern surgical techniques

Dr. Kilic specializes in stomach hernia surgery and other complex abdominal procedures at BAH International.

• Expert in oncological surgery and anorectal diseases
• Skilled in treating gallbladder and stomach diseases
• Specializes in obesity and diabetes surgical treatments

Ezgi Sevic specializes in post-bariatric surgery nutrition and metabolic conditions, with training from Hacettepe University's prestigious program.

• Honor graduate in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Completed specialized Bariatric Nutrition Course
• Experience across multiple university hospitals
• Focuses on chronic disease and diabetes nutrition