Best Hiatal hernia repair doctors: TOP 29 doctors

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in hiatal hernia repair with extensive training in general surgery from Marmara University.

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

Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel is a certified bariatric surgeon specializing in obesity-related conditions, including hiatal hernia repair, with a focus on personalized care and outstanding results.

• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Specializes in gastroesophageal reflux and reflux-related esophagitis
• Over 8 years of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery
• Known for professionalism, empathy, and dedication to patient care

Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair, using advanced minimally invasive techniques for better patient outcomes.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic and metabolic surgeries
• Published 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Fluent in Turkish, English, and German

Performed 2,000+ hepatobiliary surgeries with a 95% success rate – Dr. Aliosmanoglu specializes in complex abdominal procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in liver transplantation with 1,000+ procedures
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Leads organ transplantation units with specialized teams

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a leading expert in hiatal hernia repair, with specialized training in gastroenterology surgery and advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Turkey's youngest gastroenterology surgeon, appointed at Marmara University
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery techniques
• Active in teaching and training future surgeons

Dr. Harald Rosen is a leading abdominal surgeon. He specializes in endocrine, gastrointestinal, liver, colon, and bariatric surgeries. His expertise includes complex procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy and gastric anastomosis. Dr. Rosen is known for his research on improving the quality of life for rectal cancer patients after surgery. He also has a strong academic background in surgical oncology, with a focus on gastroenterology and breast cancer.

Dr. Rosen is President of the European Society of Surgery. He is also a Professor of Surgery at Vienna Medical School. He is accredited by the European Council for Surgical Qualifications and the Austrian Medical Council. Dr. Rosen has performed over 5,000 advanced surgeries with excellent results. He has published widely and is often invited as a visiting professor around the world.

Experience

• 2020

Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic

• 2019 - 2019

TURKISH COLON AND RECTUM SURGERY SOCIETY

• 2018 - 2018

İNÖNÜ UNIVERSITY

• 2018 - 2018

TURKISH OSTOMY SURGERY SOCIETY

• 2018

MALATYA GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY SOCIETY

• 2009 - 2009

DR.LÜTFİ KIRDAR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

• 2009 - 2009

10th NATIONAL BREAST DISEASES CONGRESS

• 2008 - 2008

TURKISH SURGICAL ASSOCIATION

• 2006 - 2012

Kartal Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Assistant

Education 

• 2012

ISTANBUL KARTAL DR.LÜTFİ KIRDAR TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, GENERAL SURGERY

• 2003

KARADENIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

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

• General Surgery Specialist with over 28 years of experience
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery and GERD procedures
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Emanuel Sporn is a specialist in surgery, abdominal surgery, and vascular surgery. He is internationally recognized for his work in hernia, breast cancer, and intestinal surgery. Dr. Sporn is known for developing minimally invasive surgical techniques. He made important research contributions while at the University of Missouri-Columbia in the U.S.

Dr. Sporn has over 20 years of experience and has treated thousands of patients. He runs two private offices in Vienna and performs surgeries in leading European clinics. He is accredited in general, visceral, and vascular surgery. Dr. Sporn is also a published author and a regular speaker at major medical conferences worldwide.

Dr. Murat Cakar specializes in pediatric surgery with extensive experience in children's abdominal and colorectal procedures.

• Trained at Republic University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology Associations
• Lecturer at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Attended multiple specialized courses in pediatric surgery

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik specializes in pediatric surgery and urology, with decades of experience at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks
• Member of Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society
• Trained at University of London's Hospital for Sick Children

Specializes in hiatal hernia repair with expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Experienced in treating stomach and gallbladder diseases
• Skilled in oncological and breast disease surgeries
• Expertise in anorectal diseases and hernia treatments

Specializes in surgical treatment of abdominal wall hernias, including hiatal hernia repair, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in liver, gallbladder, stomach, and small intestine surgeries
• Skilled in colon and rectum surgery
• Experienced in treating anorectal diseases like hemorrhoids
• Performs inguinal hernia surgeries

Specializes in stomach hernia surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in oncological surgery and obesity-related procedures
• Skilled in treating complex anorectal diseases
• Experienced in colon and rectum surgeries
• Provides comprehensive care for breast diseases and cancer

Specializing in hiatal hernia repair for over 25 years – Dr. Tekelioglu brings extensive surgical expertise to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in general surgery with a thesis on thyroid procedures
• Long-term experience at Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Performed military service at Sivas Military Hospital

Over 20 years of experience in abdominal surgery – Dr. Greenberg heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in both open and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in Whipple surgery for complex cases
• Leads a dedicated team at a top-tier medical center

Prof. Selin Kapan specializes in hiatal hernia repair with over 20 years of surgical experience, including research on hernia repair techniques.

• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydın University
• Member of the Hernia Society and Gastroesophageal Reflux Association
• Published research on hernia repair materials and techniques
• Extensive experience in laparoscopic procedures

Dr. Igor Suhotnik is a renowned pediatric surgeon with 29+ years of experience, specializing in pediatric hiatal hernia repair at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital
• Visiting professor at Tel Aviv University
• Member of European Association of Pediatric Surgeons and American College of Surgeons
• Educated at Chernivtsi Medical University