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Best gastroenterologists: TOP 205 doctors

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Tarik Akar

  • 4.6 Excellent 214 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • 900+ advanced endoscopic procedures performed – Dr. Akar specializes in minimally invasive techniques like POEM and ESD at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • 22 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
    • Expert in ERCP for bile duct treatments and ESD for early-stage cancers
    • Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal treatments
    • Award-winning researcher with multiple honors for presentations
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Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery
$12,000 - $12,000
Сholecystectomy
$3,500 - $3,500
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Vafi Atalay

  • 4.6 Excellent 514 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Vafi Atalay is an experienced oncological and general surgeon with 17 years in the field. He specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver surgeries. He also performs advanced endoscopic procedures. Dr. Atalay has published 31 articles in national and international journals, making valuable contributions to medical literature.

    He received the first prize at the 20th Congress Research Paper Competition. He also won the Best Research Award at the 5th Surgeon Research Congress. Dr. Atalay is a member of TSS, the Palestinian Medical Association, and IOA. His active involvement in these organizations shows his dedication to professional growth and surgical excellence.

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Targeted therapy
$3,000 - $5,000
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery
$7,000 - $8,500
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Birol Baysal

  • 4.7 Excellent 358 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Birol Baysal brings extensive expertise to gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • Over 30 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
    • Specialist and lecturer at Bezmialem Foundation University
    • Works with a range of digestive system disorders
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Esophagectomy
$7,500 - $15,000
Сholecystectomy
$7,500 - $7,500
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Enrique Pliego Esquivel

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Mexico, Cancún, Dr. Enrique Pliego Private Practice
  • One of few bariatric surgeons in Mexico certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) – Dr. Pliego specializes in obesity-related conditions and surgical complications.

    • 10 years of experience of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
    • Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery and the Mexican College of General Surgery
    • Provides tailored solutions for gastroesophageal reflux and reflux-related esophagitis
    • Focuses on personalized care with a strong emphasis on patient communication
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Stomach resection
$4,900 - $8,750
Small intestine resection
$4,900 - $8,750
Complex treatment of pancreatitis
$4,500 - $9,500
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Engin Tutar

  • 4.6 Excellent 214 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Engin Tutar specializes in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition with 38 years of experience of subspecialty experience at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Former head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University – Turkey's top program
    • Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy for children
    • Specializes in complex pediatric cases like inflammatory bowel disease and H. pylori gastritis
    • Over 50 presentations at national and international congresses
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Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery
$12,000 - $12,000
Сholecystectomy
$3,500 - $3,500
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Yasar Colak

  • 4.7 Excellent 358 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Professor Yasar Colak specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, trained at Cleveland Clinic Florida – a global leader in gastroenterology.

    • Professor of Gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • Trained in advanced endoscopic applications in the US
    • Expertise in liver transplantation and complex GI cases
    • Invited lecturer at prestigious medical institutions
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Esophagectomy
$7,500 - $15,000
Сholecystectomy
$7,500 - $7,500
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Ahmet Melih Ozel

  • 4.6 Excellent 514 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. A. Melih Ozel specializes in pancreatic disorders at Anadolu Medical Center, a major multi-specialty hospital.

    • Focuses on the diagnosis and management of pancreatitis
    • Provides comprehensive care for complex digestive conditions
    • Works at a leading facility with integrated care options
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Targeted therapy
$3,000 - $5,000
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery
$7,000 - $8,500
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Kamil Yalcin Polat

  • 4.7 Excellent 133 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Associate Professor Kamil Yalcin Polat brings extensive expertise to Gastroenterology with a focus on reproductive medicine and clinical trials.

    • Trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology with over 35 years of experience of experience
    • Specialized in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
    • Holds a Master's in Clinical Trials from the University of London
    • Works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
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Resection of gallbladder
$7,500 - $9,000
Сholecystectomy
$7,500 - $7,500
Stem Cell Therapy
$4,750 - $5,000
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Boris Pfaffenbach

  • 4.7 Excellent 61 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Prof. Pfaffenbach heads the Department of Gastroenterology at Academic Hospital Solingen, with 34 years of experience specializing in complex gastrointestinal conditions.

    • Author of 130+ publications on gastroenterology
    • Specializes in inflammatory diseases and malignant tumors
    • Develops therapeutic diets as part of treatment plans
    • Member of top European gastroenterology societies
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Stomach resection
$21,791.26 - $21,791.26
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Jorge Moises Sandrus

  • 4.7 Excellent 441 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Head of Internal Medicine at Centro Médico Teknon with specialized nephrology training from Barcelona's top hospitals.

    • Specialized in nephrology at Hospital Clinic and Hospital Provincial de Barcelona
    • Member of Spanish Society of Nephrology and hypertension societies
    • Former transplant specialist at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona
    • Doctoral dissertation focused on nephrology
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Hormone therapy
$1,720.36 - $4,014.18
Stem Cell Therapy
$34,407.26 - $45,876.34
Stomach resection
$22,938.17 - $34,407.26
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Mehmet Guler

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Prof. Mehmet Guler brings 34 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in complex gastrointestinal conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Holds professorship at Istanbul Aydın University – leading academic credentials
    • Specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques for gallbladder surgery
    • Trained at Turkey's top institutions including Hacettepe University
    • Additional master's in Health Law for patient-centered care
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Hormone therapy
$1,100 - $1,100
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Nadir Arber

  • 4.5 Good 156 reviews
  • 44 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Prof. Nadir Arber heads Israel's only Integrated Cancer Prevention Center, focusing on stopping GI cancers before they start. He has authored over 300 scientific papers on gastrointestinal health.

    • 44 years of experience specializing in prevention and early detection of GI cancers
    • Leads the Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center
    • Research fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Center
    • Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and European Society of Digestive Oncology
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Price on request
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Emre Yildirim

  • 4.7 Excellent 133 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Dr. Yildirim specializes in Gastroenterology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with experience at Gaziantep University and Şehit Kamil State Hospital.

    • Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Gastroenterology Department
    • Over 14 years of experience of specialized experience
    • Works with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions
    • Currently practicing at a leading private hospital
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Resection of gallbladder
$7,500 - $9,000
Сholecystectomy
$7,500 - $7,500
Stem Cell Therapy
$4,750 - $5,000
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Cemalettin Aydin

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Prof. Aydin specializes in complex gastroenterology surgeries with fellowship training from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

    • Over 37 years of experience of experience in general surgery
    • Professor at İnönü University, ensuring high academic standards
    • Performs advanced surgical interventions for digestive disorders
    • Works at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Halil Alis

  • 4.9 Excellent 54 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Prof. Halil Alis specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal conditions, with over 34 years of experience of experience in complex surgeries.

    • Expert in laparoscopic colorectal and bariatric surgeries
    • Published extensively on hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases
    • Active member of SAGES, EAES, and IFSO
    • Trained at Istanbul University School of Medicine
    • Performs emergency surgeries with minimally invasive techniques
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Ohm Sudchumphae

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Panacee Hospital Rama 2 - Integrative Chronic Disease & Regenerative Center
  • Dr. Ohm Sudchumphae combines clinical nutrition and integrative medicine for holistic gastroenterology care at Panacee Hospital Rama2.

    • Holds multiple master's degrees in clinical nutrition and integrative medicine
    • Specializes in functional gastroenterology with additional training in pediatric food allergies
    • Certified by American Board of Nutritional Wellness
    • Expertise in IV nutrition and medicinal herbology
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Targeted therapy
$1,000 - $3,000
Stem Cell Therapy
$10,318 - $28,005
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Massimo Falconi

  • 4.6 Excellent 66 reviews
  • accreditations:
  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele
  • 3,600+ pancreatic surgeries performed – Prof. Falconi specializes in organ-preserving techniques at Ospedale San Raffaele.

    • Director of Pancreatic Surgery and Pancreas Translational and Clinical Unit
    • focusing exclusively on pancreatic diseases
    • Trained at Tokyo Women's Medical University and Karolinska Institute
    • Author of 330+ research publications
    • Member of international pancreatic societies including IHPBA and IAP
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Mete Akin

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Associate Professor Mete Akin specializes in complex gastroenterology cases with over 25 years of experience of experience, combining academic and clinical expertise.

    • Subspecialty training in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
    • Former Assistant and Associate Professor at Akdeniz University
    • Expert in advanced endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques
    • Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association
    • Practices at JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
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Hormone therapy
$1,100 - $1,100
Info

Aziz Kemal Emek

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Professor Aziz Kemal Emek combines academic excellence with surgical expertise at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Specialized in General Surgery at Ankara University
    • Holds professorship at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
    • Member of National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
    • Active in transplantation and surgical coordination
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Hormone therapy
$1,100 - $1,100
Info

Carlos Garcia Vasquez

  • New
  • 18 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Digestive Surgery and Gastroenterology Clinic Centro PAD
  • General and Digestive System Surgeon. Focus on minimally invasive colorectal, proctologic, and abdominal wall surgery. Associate Head, Infanta Elena University Hospital (2021–). Associate Surgeon, Fundación Jiménez Díaz (2013–).

    Accreditations: PhD in Surgery, summa cum laude (UAM). Certified in robotic surgery (Da Vinci X/Xi/5). Advanced training in laparoscopic general surgery (IRCAD, Strasbourg). Specialist in General and Digestive Surgery (Fundación Jiménez Díaz).

    Achievements: Researcher (2013–). Author of a patent for an abdominal wall prosthetic implantation system (2021). Co‑author of the Rectal Obturator utility model (2021). Peer reviewer, International Journal of Surgery Case Reports (2024–). Thesis tutor (2023–). Publications in Cirugía Española, Experimental Biology and Medicine, Histology and Histopathology, and The American Journal of Surgery. Member of AEC, AECP, and ICOMEM.

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Small intestine resection
$4,500 - $9,000
Appendectomy
$5,000 - $6,500
Resection of gallbladder
$5,000 - $9,000
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RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#122 years of experienceAdvanced endoscopic proceduresSpecializes in cutting-edge POEM and ESD techniques for complex GI disorders. Award-winning researcher with 19 international publications and 25+ congress presentations.
Turkey
from $100
#230 years of experienceDigestive system disordersExpert in gastroenterology with academic and clinical experience, including teaching at Bezmialem Foundation University.
Turkey
Price on request
#310 years of experienceBariatric surgery complicationsSpecializes in obesity-related conditions and surgical complications – one of few ASMBS-certified bariatric surgeons in Mexico. Also certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery.
Mexico
Price on request
#438 years of experiencePediatric digestive disordersSubspecialist in Pediatric Gastroenterology with expertise in therapeutic endoscopies and complex cases. Former department head at Marmara University's leading program.
Turkey
Price on request
#513 years of experienceAdvanced endoscopic proceduresTrained at Cleveland Clinic Florida – a global leader in gastroenterology. Specializes in advanced endoscopic techniques and complex GI cases.
Turkey
Price on request
#639 years of experienceComplex pancreatic disordersSpecialist gastroenterologist focusing on pancreatitis, offering integrated care at Anadolu Medical Center.
Turkey
from $185
#735 years of experienceReproductive medicine casesSpecializes in reproductive medicine with advanced training in clinical trials. Associate Professor with a Master's from the University of London.
Turkey
Price on request
#834 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal conditionsLeads a specialized gastroenterology department focusing on inflammatory diseases and tumors. Published 130+ research papers and holds memberships in top European societies.
Germany
from $250
#936 years of experienceHypertension-related gastritisExpert in nephrology and hypertension, crucial for managing gastritis linked to these conditions. Head of Internal Medicine at a leading medical center.
Spain
Price on request
#1034 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal surgeryAcademic leader with dual expertise in surgery and health law. Specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques with professorships from leading Turkish universities.
Turkey
Price on request