Umbilical Hernia Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Kapuller is a senior pediatric surgeon specializing in minimally invasive techniques. He performs complex pediatric surgeries at Hadassah Medical Center, a leading university hospital.

• Senior pediatric surgeon with decades of experience
• Specializes in neonatal and minimally invasive surgery
• Trained in advanced minimally invasive pediatric surgery in Berlin
• Author of 17 scientific articles and textbook chapters
• Member of multiple European and Israeli surgical societies

Dr. Zeynep Civelek is a general surgeon. She treats benign perianal diseases, including hemorrhoids (with laser), anal fissure, fistula, condyloma, and pilonidal disease, and performs rubber band ligation. She also manages breast disease and cancer, skin cancers, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and hernias. She worked full-time at Bayindir Levent Medical Center from 2010 to 2025. Earlier, she served at Şişli and Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospitals. She completed her general surgery training at SSK Okmeydanı from 2000 to 2006. She earned her MD from Marmara University, ranking 12th in her class. She also trained in GI surgery for inflammatory bowel disease at the University of Florence in August 2000.

Her research focuses on prognostic factors in breast and colorectal cancer. She wrote a melanoma thesis in 2006 and co-authored papers in Cancer (2005), Breast (2006, 2014), Annals of Surgical Oncology (2008), The Breast Journal (2011), ISRN Oncology (2011), Japanese Journal of Clinical Oncology (2012), World Journal of Surgery (2013; 2,151 patients), International Journal of Surgery (2014), and Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer (2017).

Dr. Cesar Levano Linares is a colorectal specialist at Fundación Jiménez Díaz in Madrid. He holds European Accreditation in Laparoscopic Surgery from EACCME. Dr. Levano Linares earned his PhD in Medicine from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He works at Centro PAD, recognized by Newsweek as a World's Best Smart Hospital.

• Specializes in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and robotic low anterior resection.
• Obtained a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from Louis Pasteur University in France.
• Completed a master’s in colorectal and pelvic floor surgery at the University of Zaragoza.
• Treats complex conditions including incisional hernias, ulcerative colitis, and rectal prolapse.

Dr. Kinas specializes in a wide range of surgeries, including hernia procedures, with extensive expertise in oncological and metabolic surgeries.

• Performs surgeries for various cancers, including gastric and colon
• Specialized in bariatric and metabolic surgeries
• Works at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a leading surgical center

With over 29 years 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. 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. 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. 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

Dr. Sebastian Schoppmann leads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit at Vienna General Hospital, specializing in complex surgical cases with over 240 published research articles.

• Head of Upper-GI-Service at Medical University of Vienna
• General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology
• Principal Investigator in Upper-GI-Research Group
• Associate Professor for Surgery with extensive academic roles

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

• Over 48 years 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

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin specializes in umbilical hernia repair at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital with over 28 years 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. Cemal Kara has performed over 6,200 treatments in his 26-year career, including innovative laparoscopic procedures with his patented surgical instrument.

• Specialized in general surgery with expertise in cosmetic and weight-loss procedures
• Inventor of a laparoscopic surgical instrument – enhancing precision in operations
• Multiple award winner in international and national scientific competitions
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and other prestigious medical societies

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan brings over 33 years of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in natural-looking results for reconstructive procedures
• Fellowship-trained at Onep Plastic Surgery Institute and Breast Surgery Center in Portland
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Dr. Yilmaz brings over a decade of surgical experience, specializing in umbilical hernia repair at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Holds a Doctorate in General Surgery from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Worked as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Practiced at multiple state hospitals, gaining broad experience
• Currently performs surgeries at a leading university hospital

Prof. Cevper Ersoz specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with expertise in robotic and laparoscopic surgery.

• Over 130 national and international publications
• Member of European Association of Urology
• Trained at University of Michigan's urology department
• Recipient of Male Sexual Health Alpay Kelami Award