Colonoscopy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is a general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in colorectal, gastrointestinal, and bariatric surgery. Dr. Yilmaz previously served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University. He trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a top Turkish medical institution.

• Performs complex procedures like gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon.
• Treats conditions including inguinal hernias, pancreatic cysts, and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Conducted surgical research and trained new surgeons as a university faculty member.
• Works at a facility that earned 95.4 out of 96.4 points for healthcare quality.

Dr. Osman Aktas is a general surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He completed laparoscopic surgery training in Germany. He specializes in oncological and metabolic surgeries. Dr. Aktas previously served as chief physician at several prominent military hospitals.

• Performs complex cancer surgeries like the Whipple procedure and colorectal resections.
• Treats obesity and diabetes using metabolic surgery techniques.
• Manages gastrointestinal tumors and obstructions through minimally invasive methods.
• Uses laser therapy for modern treatment of anal diseases.

Dr. Arzu Guliyeva is a gastroenterologist at the Biological Medicine Integrative Health Center in Baku. She specializes in manageing chronic inflammatory conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Guliyeva completed specialized training at Ege University and Sisli Etfal Hospital in Turkey.

• Treats precancerous gastrointestinal tract conditions and chronic autoimmune diseases.
• Uses serum ozonation and PRP-CGF techniques for metabolic and digestive disorders.
• Completed international training in Germany, Switzerland, and Russia on bioregulatory medicine.
• Works at a center that treats over 80,000 patients annually.

Dr. Jaydeep Palep leads a GI surgery department certified as a center of excellence by the International Excellence Foundation. He performs gastrointestinal screenings including colonoscopy at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained in robotic GI surgery in Italy for higher precision and faster recovery
• Specializes in identifying Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis during diagnostic procedures
• Maintains a safety record where only 1% of patients experience procedure-related issues
• Recognized internationally for his work in metabolic and gastrointestinal medical research

Dr. Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a clinical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She maintains professional ties with the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA. She specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Topcu is a member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Completed a fellowship at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Clinic in Canada.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including liver, pancreatic, and gynecological cancers.
• Held clinical roles at major institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Holovyna Svitlana is a gastroenterologist and nutritionist at Sana Vita in Odesa. She specializes in restoring digestive health and managing metabolic disorders. She treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Holovyna combines clinical therapy with evidence-based diet correction for better patient outcomes.

• Member of the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL).
• Belongs to the Association of Dietitians and Gastroenterologists of Ukraine.
• Treats gastrointestinal disorders, including gastritis, pancreatitis, and gastric ulcers.
• Performs high-precision diagnostics like gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Meryem Keceli Basaran is an Associate Professor and pediatric gastroenterologist at Biruni University Hospital. She specializes in digestion, hepatology, and nutrition for children. Dr. Basaran is a member of ESPGHAN, the European authority on pediatric gastroenterology. She manages gastrointestinal food allergies and inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease. She works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in care before and after liver transplantation.
• Treats irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in managing chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, and faecal incontinence.
• Performs specialized diagnostic colonoscopies and gastroscopies with biopsy.

The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

Dr. Andrej Orságh leads colorectal cancer screening for the Slovak Gastroenterological Society. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. Dr. Orságh chairs the society's Oncology Section and is vice-chair of its Endoscopy Section. He treats complex conditions like Barrett’s esophagus, pancreatitis, and ulcerative colitis.

• Serves as the national specialist consultant for colorectal cancer screening.
• Trains other physicians in basic and endoscopic techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive removal of gastric and duodenal polyps.
• Practices at Dr. GASTRO, a specialized center for early cancer detection.

Dr. Esra Demir is an internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials on Type 2 diabetes treatments. Dr. Demir specializes in managing irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid diseases, and diabetes lifestyle changes. She works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with interventional radiology and robotic systems.

• Led research for cardiovascular outcomes of Semaglutide in diabetic patients.
• Assisted in the SCALE Insulin study for overweight patients with Type 2 diabetes.
• Treats metabolic conditions including anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and adrenal adenomas.
• Performs specialized treatments such as intravenous vitamin C therapy.

Dr. Abu Shamsiya Rami Nuamanovych is a surgical oncologist and gastrointestinal specialist at Dievo Surgery Center. He serves as a consultant for the World Health Organization regarding laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Nuamanovych has performed thousands of surgeries, including bariatric and complex cancer operations. He is the President of the Association of Arab Doctors of Ukraine.

• Expertise in laparoscopic hernia repair and gallbladder removal.
• Performs bariatric procedures like gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, including stomach, colon, and rectal tumors.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).

Dr. Siegbert Rossol is a Fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology. He performs advanced colonoscopy and endoscopic therapies at Nordwest Clinic in Frankfurt.

• Specializes in ESD and EMR to remove intestinal cancer without traditional surgery
• Performs minimally invasive resection of gastrointestinal polyps during endoscopic procedures
• Expertise in inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Recipient of the Alexander von Humboldt Scholarship for his medical contributions
• Member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Boris Pekárek heads the Gastroenterology Department at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the endoscopic treatment of early-stage gastrointestinal tumors. Dr. Pekárek is the current chair of the Endoscopy Section of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society. He focuses on removing lesions in the esophagus, stomach, colon, and rectum.

• Serves as a trainer of endoscopic techniques in Slovakia and abroad.
• Former chair of the Oncology Section of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs minimally invasive removal of gastric and duodenal polyps.

Dr. Juraj Letkovsky is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors. Dr. Letkovsky is a co-author of a multicenter study on colonoscopy quality in Slovakia. He also holds a PhD in internal medicine from Comenius University.

• Performs endosonography and ERCP for pancreatic and biliary diseases.
• Certified in both diagnostic and interventional esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
• Sits on the Oncology and Endoscopy committees of the Slovak Gastroenterology Society.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett’s esophagus and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Ioannis Serafetinidis is a Gastroenterologist–Endoscopist at the IASYS Clinic Outpatient Department in Vyronas, Athens. He provides diagnosis and endoscopic treatment for digestive disorders to local and international patients.

He holds a Medical Degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his residency and specialization in the United States and pursued advanced postgraduate training there. This training included work in major clinical centers.

Expertise: gastroscopy, colonoscopy, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, GERD, inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer screening, and peptic ulcer disease. He is highly rated by patients on multiple online platforms. Languages: Greek, English.