Best Сholecystectomy doctors: TOP 71 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.

Performed 1000+ surgeries including laparoscopic and open hernia procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

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

Dr. Enrique Pliego is a bariatric and metabolic surgery specialist with 10 years of experience of experience, focusing on obesity-related conditions and personalized patient care.

• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Specializes in gastroesophageal reflux and related complications
• Offers tailored solutions improving patients' quality of life

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci is one of Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeons with specialized training at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopy and digestive system surgery
• Formerly worked at Marmara University – a leading academic medical center
• Active in surgical education for medical students and residents
• Specializes in minimally invasive approaches to abdominal procedures

With over 6,200 treatments in his 26-year career, Dr. Cemal Kara brings deep expertise in laparoscopic surgery to Medical Park İzmir Hospital.

• Inventor of a patented laparoscopic surgical instrument
• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Specializes in both cosmetic and weight-loss procedures
• Member of multiple surgical associations including Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery

Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery – Dr. Aydin brings advanced expertise to minimally invasive gallbladder removal at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in general surgery for over 37 years of experience
• Holds professorship in general surgery at İnönü University
• Trained at Türkiye High Specialization Hospital for complex cases

Dr. Mete Akin specializes in gastroenterology with extensive academic and clinical experience in digestive health.

• Over 25 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Subspecialty in gastroenterology from Suleyman Demirel University
• Assistant and Associate Professor roles at Akdeniz University
• Performs procedures including cholecystectomy
• Member of Turkish gastroenterology societies (implied by specialization)

Dr. Prof. Halil Alis is a leading expert in laparoscopic surgery, with extensive research on hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases. His work includes over 34 years of experience of specialized general surgery practice.

• Specializes in laparoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery
• Active member of SAGES, EAES, and IFSO organizations
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on surgical topics
• Graduated from Istanbul University's prestigious School of Medicine

Prof. Aziz Kemal Emek brings deep expertise in general surgery from his leadership roles at Akdeniz University.

• Specialized in general surgery at Ankara University
• Holds professorship in general surgery from Akdeniz University
• Member of the National Surgical Association
• Part of the Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association

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. Yilmaz is a dedicated general surgeon with extensive training and years of experience performing cholecystectomies at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in general surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at multiple hospitals, gaining diverse surgical experience
• Currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University

3,500+ robotic surgeries performed – Dr. Tvaruzek leads the Robotic Surgery Center at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Certified expert by Intuitive Surgical (da Vinci robot maker)
• Specializes in minimally invasive robotic procedures
• Member of Association of Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Soykan Barlas brings specialized training in advanced laparoscopic techniques from Scotland to his cholecystectomy practice at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• General surgery specialist since 2008 with over 24 years of experience of experience
• Performs kidney transplants – demonstrating precision in complex abdominal surgeries
• Associate professor at Demiroğlu Science University – trains future surgeons
• Published 20+ articles on general surgery techniques and outcomes

Dr. Osman Civil specializes in cholecystectomy at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing years of surgical expertise.

• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Affiliated with Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. She trained at Marmara University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Marmara University General Surgery Department
• Authored articles in local and international journals
• Participated in numerous local and international congresses

Dr. Xavier Centeno brings expertise from the prestigious Mayo Clinic and leads the surgery department at Teknon Medical Center.

• Specialized in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery since 1993
• Trained in colorectal surgery at Mayo Clinic, USA
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery after surgery
• Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí specializes in digestive system treatments, with a Ph.D. from the University of Barcelona and training at Case Western Reserve University.

• Expert in inflammatory bowel diseases and gastroenterology
• Completed postgraduate training at Case Western Reserve University
• Author of over 150 publications and 500 presentations
• Member of multiple prestigious gastroenterology associations

Dr. Jan Kulawik specializes in bariatric surgery and is a key member of the Bariatric and Laparoscopic Surgery Team at KCM Clinic.

• Expert in laparoscopic procedures for obesity-related conditions
• Performs gastric sleeve, bypass, and revisional surgeries
• Holds MD and PhD qualifications
• Part of a dedicated bariatric surgery team

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

• 35 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive and robotic techniques
• Lecturer and former acting head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University