Best Umbilical hernia repair doctors in Istanbul: TOP 14 doctors

Dr. Balcioglu specializes in umbilical hernia repair with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. She trained at Marmara University's General Surgery Department.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Participated in numerous local and international surgical congresses
• Authored articles published in medical journals
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques, including umbilical hernia repair, at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital.

• Over 25 years of experience in general surgery
• Published 43 international articles on surgical techniques
• Expert in minimally invasive procedures for better recovery
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German for international patients

Dr. Merve Karli has performed over 1,000 operations, specializing in laparoscopic and open hernia surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Certified in endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Specializes in benign anorectal diseases and breast diseases
• Experienced in trauma and emergency surgery

Dr. Halil Alis specializes in laparoscopic procedures, including umbilical hernia repair, with extensive experience in minimally invasive techniques.

• Board-certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience
• Member of multiple international surgical associations, including SAGES and EAES
• Expertise in colorectal and bariatric surgery
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a leading specialist in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, trained internationally at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Gastroenterology surgery specialist with over 15 years of experience
• Trained in the U.S. at MD Anderson and Memorial Hermann hospitals
• Ranked first in Turkey's gastroenterology surgery fellowship exam
• Established advanced laparoscopic surgery units

Dr. Civil specializes in umbilical hernia repair at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing years of focused surgical expertise.

• Member of Turkish Surgical Association
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Affiliated with Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Dr. Dibekoglu specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Over 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in laparoscopic hernia surgery, including umbilical hernia repairs
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Dr. Murat Cakar is a Pediatric Surgery specialist with extensive hospital experience in children's surgical care.

• Board-certified in pediatric surgery
• Academic experience as university lecturer
• Member of Pediatric Surgery and Urology Associations
• Participated in numerous pediatric surgery symposiums and courses

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Çelik is a pioneer in pediatric surgery – he established and led Istanbul Faculty of Medicine's Pediatric Surgery Department.

• Over 40 years of experience in pediatric surgery and urology
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks
• Trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children
• Member of Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society
• Specializes in pediatric surgical cases at Florence Nightingale Hospital

With over 27 years of experience in general surgery, Dr. Tekelioglu specializes in umbilical hernia repair at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified general surgeon since 1997
• Specialty training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Published research on post-surgical hormone management
• Performs both traditional and minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Yilmaz brings extensive experience in general surgery, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in general surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at multiple state hospitals, gaining broad practical experience
• Previously served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic procedures, including umbilical hernia repair, with extensive experience in kidney and pancreas transplants.

• Graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and trained in Scotland
• Awarded 'Certificate of Appreciation' by the Turkish Ministry of Health
• Associate Professor in General Surgery since 2020
• Published over 20 articles in national and international journals
• Currently works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Specializes in hernia surgeries, including open and laparoscopic umbilical hernia repairs at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Skilled in both open and minimally invasive techniques

Prof. Selin Kapan specializes in hernia repair with over 20 years of surgical experience. She's a member of the Hernia Society and has published research on hernia repair techniques.

• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydın University
• Published research comparing materials for incisional hernia repair
• Member of multiple surgical associations including the Hernia Society
• Extensive experience in both laparoscopic and open surgical techniques