Best Incisional hernia Doctors Worldwide — TOP 75

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

• Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
• Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
• Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
• Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery with 10 years of experience of experience transforming patients' lives.

• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Treats obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension
• Focuses on personalized care tailored to individual needs
• Provides management for bariatric surgery complications

Over 1,000 surgeries performed, including laparoscopic and open hernia repairs – Dr. Karli combines vast experience with specialized techniques.

• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Certified in endoscopic procedures
• Specializes in benign anorectal diseases and breast conditions
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a leading expert in gastroenterology surgery and obesity/metabolic surgery, with specialized training in the US and Turkey.

• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, focusing on cancer surgery and organ transplants
• Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon, appointed at Marmara University
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery and inflammatory bowel disease surgery
• Active in teaching and training future surgeons

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.

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Dr. Tvaruzek has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries and heads the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical – makers of the da Vinci robot
• Specializes in complex robotic procedures with precision
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Yilmaz brings 15 years of experience of focused surgical experience, including work at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Holds a doctorate in General Surgery from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Worked 15 years of experience at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital
• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Specializes in general surgical procedures

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Prof. Aliosmanoglu has performed 2,000+ hepatobiliary surgeries with a 95% success rate, including 1,000 liver transplants at 90% success.

• Trained in general surgery at Baskent University
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Managed organ transplantation units at major Turkish hospitals
• Published research on surgical techniques and liver-pancreas health

Dr. Yahya Ozel performs minimally invasive hernia repairs using advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques trained at Tokyo University Hospital.

• 31 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in complex abdominal hernia repairs
• Trained at Tokyo University Hospital's Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery division
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University

Prof. Oruç brings over 37 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in complex abdominal procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in hepatobiliary surgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Specialized in laparoscopic techniques for gastrointestinal surgeries
• Former Chief of Clinic at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Holds professorship at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in hernia surgery, including open and laparoscopic techniques for various types of hernias.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in both groin and umbilical hernia repairs
• Trained at Taksim Education and Research Hospital
• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures

Dr. Osman Civil specializes in incisional hernia repair with extensive experience at top Turkish hospitals and training institutions.

• Trained at Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Worked at Kartal Training and Research Hospital – one of Turkey's leading surgical centers
• Special focus on gastrointestinal and colorectal surgical procedures

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

32 years of experience specializing in abdominal surgery, including incisional hernia repair, at Teknon Medical Center – one of Spain's leading hospitals.

• Fellowship-trained at Mayo Clinic in colorectal surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for hernia repair
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery protocols
• Active member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Dr Prasert Sujiipinyo specializes in general surgery, with a strong focus on procedures involving the gastrointestinal tract and liver at Intrarat Hospital.

• Graduated from Chiang Mai University's Faculty of Medicine
• Certified in General Surgery by Rajavithi Hospital
• Performs complex surgeries on major body parts
• Currently serving as General Surgeon at Intrarat Hospital

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul, M.D., is a general surgeon. He completed his general surgery residency at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital in 2014. He earned his M.D. from Chulalongkorn University in 2007. He practices at Inthrarat Hospital (2025–present). He previously held general surgery posts at CGH Hospital (2021–2025) and Phra Phutthabat Hospital (2014–2021).

His clinical training includes GI endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital in 2015. He trained in ERCP at Rajavithi Hospital in 2016. He completed laparoscopic colorectal surgery training at Chulalongkorn University Hospital in 2018. He also completed ICD-10 coding training with the NHSO in 2015. He has served on the NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee since 2015.

Specializes in minimally invasive hernia surgery – Peter Schenker leads the Department of Surgery at Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Additional clinical specialization in minimally invasive and hernia surgery
• Chief Surgeon of the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany
• Expert in gastrointestinal oncology surgery
• Introduces modern surgical methods and improved post-operative recovery