Page 3 - Best Umbilical hernia doctors in Turkey: TOP 52 doctors

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

Dr. Nekay trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools, and specializes in general surgery.

• 10+ years of experience in general surgery
• Member of the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Works at Biruni University Hospital
• Expertise in trauma and emergency surgery

Specializes in hernia surgery, including open and laparoscopic techniques for umbilical hernias at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
• Member of the General Surgery Clinic at Taksim Education and Research Hospital

Dr. Halil Erbis specializes in laparoscopic surgery, offering precise and minimally invasive treatment for umbilical hernias at Biruni University Hospital.

• Over a decade of experience in hepatobiliary and laparoscopic surgery
• Trained at Pamukkale and Akdeniz Universities, centers for surgical excellence
• Member of Turkey's Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association

Dr. Emek brings extensive surgical expertise from Istanbul University and multiple prestigious hospitals, specializing in complex abdominal procedures.

• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned General Surgery department
• Specializes in hepatopancreatobiliary surgeries
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and ILTS
• Performs procedures at Biruni University Hospital

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin specializes in umbilical hernia repair at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital with over 20 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. Umit Yigit brings 30+ 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

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.