Best Gastritis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 34

Assoc. Prof. Tarik Akar has performed 1,100+ gastroenterology procedures, specializing in advanced endoscopic techniques at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 22 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Expert in POEM, ESD, ERCP – precise treatments for complex GI conditions
• Published 19 international papers and presented at 25+ conferences
• Awarded Best Oral Presentation at the 7th International GI Cancer Conference

Dr. Ahmet Melih Ozel is a gastroenterologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic liver conditions. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies. Dr. Ozel also focuses on pancreatobiliary system diseases. He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease and chronic Hepatitis B.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
• Former Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Prof. Dr. Engin Tutar is a pediatric gastroenterology expert with 38 years of experience subspecialty experience, focusing on children's digestive health at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in H. pylori infection-related gastritis and ulcers – a leading cause of pediatric stomach issues
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopies for children
• Trained at Marmara University – Turkey's top pediatric gastroenterology program
• Former head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Cemalettin Aydin specializes in gastroenterology surgery with fellowship training at Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Board-certified general surgeon since 1997
• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery
• Professorship at İnönü University since 2017

Dr. Yahya Ozel brings over 31 years of experience of surgical expertise with specialized training in minimally invasive techniques and hepatobiliary surgery at Tokyo University Hospital.

• Trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital under M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, educating future surgeons
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı brings over 23 years of experience of specialized experience in gastroenterology and general surgery, focusing on stomach-related conditions at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in laparoscopic surgery for gastritis and related conditions
• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hospital
• Published researcher on innovative gastrointestinal treatment methods
• Recipient of the Best Young Researcher Award in transplantation
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including Turkish Obesity Surgery Association

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in gastroenterology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on gastritis and related conditions.

• Graduated from Firat University with a focus on internal medicine
• Completed gastroenterology training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on gastrointestinal conditions
• Active participant in international gastroenterology conferences

Professor Aytug brings over 46 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise, specializing in complex digestive disorders at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Authored numerous papers and book chapters in native and foreign languages
• Participated in numerous local and international congresses
• Former professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a professor of gastroenterology at Istanbul Aydın University. He previously practiced at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Polat focuses on hepato-pancreatology and inflammatory intestinal diseases. He serves as an expert in both diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures.

• Member of prestigious international societies including AASLD, EASL, and ESGE.
• Authored 45 national and international medical publications.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including gastric polypectomy and duodenal polyp removal.

Specialized in advanced endoscopic procedures – Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Advanced Endoscopy Certificate from Bundang CHA Hospital in Seoul
• Specializes in bariatric endoscopy with global training
• Recognized as a Rising Star in digestive disease research
• Member of multiple international gastroenterology societies

Professor Benal Buyukgebiz specializes in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Pediatric gastroenterology sub-specialty trained at Dokuz Eylül University
• Former Chair of Pediatrics Department at Yeditepe University
• Published research on recurrent diarrhea and nutrition in children
• Advanced English proficiency for international patients

Dr. Acar specializes in complex gastrointestinal cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with expertise in rare and challenging conditions.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Authored 20+ international peer-reviewed articles on GI conditions
• Specialist in endoscopic interventions and GI bleeding management
• Former Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on diabetic GI complications and post-transplant care

Dr. Bilgic specializes in gastroenterology with advanced training in endoscopy – including ERCP procedures studied in South Korea and Germany.

• Associate professor in gastroenterology
• Trained in advanced ERCP techniques
• Published researcher with an H-index of 8
• Assistant chief physician at a major medical center

Specialist in advanced laparoscopic and gastric surgery with training at renowned Istanbul University hospitals.

• Expertise includes laparoscopic antireflux surgery – a less invasive approach
• Trained in laparoscopic bariatric and oncological cancer surgery
• Performed at prestigious KTÜ Farabi Hospital and Istanbul University

Prof. Doganay brings over 25 years of experience of specialized gastroenterology expertise to VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, with a focus on liver and digestive disorders.

• Professor at University of Health Sciences – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Board member of Turkish Liver Research Association
• Editor for multiple hepatology journals including World Journal of Hepatology
• Recipient of Gilead Fellowship Award for liver fibrosis research

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Prof. Nihat Okcu focuses on gastritis at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, with extensive research on Helicobacter pylori treatments.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Published multiple studies on gastritis and Helicobacter pylori
• Specializes in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures
• Part of Medipol University's gastroenterology department

Dr. Safarov specializes in stomach and intestinal diseases, with training from leading institutions in Azerbaijan and Turkey.

• Practices at BAH International, a specialized hospital
• Trained at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Attended Gastro Academy for advanced gastroenterology training

Specializes in gastric cancer and other complex digestive surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in oncological and pancreatic surgeries
• Performs bariatric and metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in colon cancer procedures
• Provides treatment for thyroid cancer

Specializing in gastroenterology for over 24 years of experience, Dr. Tülin Kendir Koçak brings deep expertise in gastritis and digestive health at Emsey Hospital.

• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures like chromoendoscopy and esophageal varicose band ligation
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Former gastroenterology specialist at Haydarpasha Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Extensively experienced in treating upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding