Umbilical Hernia Doctors Worldwide

The doctor is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Specializes in complex coronary interventions and has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. Graduated from a top medical school and completed a fellowship in cardiology at a renowned institution. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious cardiology societies and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Recognized for contributions to advancing cardiac care and implementing innovative treatment protocols.

Dr Theodoros Piperos, MD, is a General Surgeon at IASYS Clinic in Vyronas, Athens. He has over 10 years of clinical experience. He completed his specialty training in General Surgery in 2014 at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

He performs the full range of general surgical procedures. His expertise includes laparoscopic surgery, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and breast, thyroid, and colorectal surgery. He also provides surgical management for obstetric and gynecological cases. He is a lecturer in the postgraduate Applied Neuroanatomy programme at the University of Athens. Languages: Greek, English.

Professor Ersin Ozturk specializes in hernia surgery at Medicana Bursa Hospital, with extensive training in laparoscopic techniques.

• Over 28 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic Foundation in colorectal surgery
• Expertise in gastrointestinal and obesity surgery
• Professor at Uludağ University School of Medicine

With over 37 years of experience in general surgery, Dr. Irfan Karalar specializes in umbilical hernia procedures at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former Chief Physician at Private Balkan Hospital, leading the General Surgery department
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association, staying current with best practices

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan has 55 years of experience specializing in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgeries, practicing at Medistate Hospital Istanbul.

• Specialized in colorectal surgery, thyroid, and breast diseases
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques at Ankara University
• Practiced colorectal surgery at Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota
• Published multiple articles on colon cancer in international journals

Specialist in laparoscopic surgery with advanced fellowship training – Dr. Varik focuses on minimally invasive techniques at Aster Hospitals, Dubai.

• MBBS, MS, and Fellowship in Laparoscopy & Surgery
• Specializes in General & Laparoscopic Surgery
• Fluent in English, Hindi, Konkani, and Marathi
• Holds a Specialist-grade DOH License in Dubai

Dr. Maksim Sazonov brings 21 years of surgical expertise to ON Clinic Kharkiv Gagarina, specializing in general surgery and hernia repairs.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Medicine for advanced surgical research
• Member of both Ukrainian and European Associations of Surgeons
• Specializes in general surgery with a focus on hernia treatments

Dr. Yüksel specializes in minimally invasive surgeries, including umbilical hernia repairs, using advanced endoscopic techniques at Medistanbul Hospital.

• Board-certified in general surgery with national awards for excellence
• Member of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Association
• Extensive experience in colorectal and stomach procedures
• Uses cutting-edge endoscopic diagnostic and treatment methods

Hakan Gok is a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in Abdominal Wall Surgery, specializing in hernia treatments since 2000.

• Expert in minimally invasive and laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Board Member of the European Hernia Society
• Founding Member and Treasurer of the Turkish Hernia Society
• Over 32 years of experience in hernia surgery

Dr. Umit Yigit brings 36 years of pediatric surgery experience, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

• Specialized in pediatric surgery at Istanbul University
• Expert in neonatal and gastrointestinal surgeries
• Uses laparoscopic methods for reduced post-op pain
• Fluent in English for international patients

Dr. Jesús Roberto Ángeles-Varela, MD — Internationally Trained General & Laparoscopic Surgeon | University of Miami Fellowship | ECFMG Certified

Dr. Jesús Roberto Ángeles-Varela is an internationally trained general surgeon based in Mérida, Mexico, with a clinical focus on minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery.

He completed advanced fellowship training in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at the Ryder Trauma Center, University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital, in Miami, Florida, USA. He is ECFMG-certified and has successfully passed all three USMLE examinations.

His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic gallbladder removal, inguinal and abdominal wall hernia repair, anti-reflux surgery, appendectomy, gastrointestinal procedures, and complex abdominal surgery.

With surgical experience in Mexico and the United States, Dr. Ángeles-Varela combines contemporary surgical techniques, evidence-based medicine, and personalized patient care, with an emphasis on safety, minimally invasive approaches, and optimal postoperative recovery.

He is fluent in Spanish and professionally proficient in English, facilitating direct communication with international patients.