Best Inguinal Hernia Surgery Doctors Abroad

Dr. Grzegorz Kowalski is a general and bariatric surgeon at KCM Clinic in Poland. He received the Best Bariatric Surgery Award from Covidien and Johnson & Johnson. Dr. Kowalski focuses on weight loss surgery, oncological procedures, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. He treats complex cases including esophageal burns and type 2 diabetes.

• Specializes in sleeve gastrectomy and minimally invasive bariatric techniques.
• Winner of the Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery award from Olympus.
• Member of the Metabolic and Bariatric Section of the Society of Polish Surgeons.
• Works at ISO-certified KCM Clinic, which serves 700 international patients annually.

Dr. Marco Sariñana has performed 2,000+ weight loss surgeries and 1,000 cosmetic procedures. He is a dual specialist at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali. Dr. Sariñana specializes in combining bariatric and aesthetic surgeries for full body transformations. He serves as Secretary of the National Council of Aesthetic Surgery.

• Holds a Master's Certification in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric balloon procedures.
• Works at a CSG-accredited boutique facility near the US-Mexico border.

Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel is a certified bariatric surgeon with over 10 years of experience, specializing in obesity-related conditions and surgical solutions.

• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery and the Mexican College of General Surgery
• Focuses on personalized care for obesity, diabetes, and hypertension
• Treats gastroesophageal reflux and related complications

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, trained at Marmara University.

• 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. Ali Gozukucuk is a pediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk treats children for conditions like hernias, appendicitis, and congenital defects. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in treating inguinal hernias, umbilical hernias, and ankyloglossia.
• Published three articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Presented 13 research papers at international scientific meetings.
• Performs pediatric urological and cardiac surgical procedures.

Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a general surgeon at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. He completed high-level fellowships at The Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital. Dr. Gurkan previously led a Department of General Surgery for over a decade.

• Member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and Turkish Society of Surgery.
• Completed specialized US training in multi-organ transplantation and cardiovascular surgery.
• Performs bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Treats various digestive conditions following international safety protocols.

1,000+ operations performed – Dr. Karli specializes in laparoscopic and open hernia surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Certified in endoscopic procedures
• Experienced in both benign anorectal diseases and breast diseases

Dr. Xavier Centeno Fornies trained at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and leads the surgery department at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specialized in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery since 1993
• Completed advanced training in laparoscopic colorectal techniques
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery protocols
• Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

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.

Dr. Prasert Sujiipinyo is a general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in surgical procedures for the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and endocrine system. Dr. Sujiipinyo earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. He holds a Certificate of General Surgery from Rajavithi Hospital.

• Treats various hernias, including umbilical, incisional, and inguinal types.
• Expertise includes managing complex liver hemangiomas and pancreatic cysts.
• Performs surgical interventions for hemorrhoids, keloid scars, and trophic ulcers.
• Works at an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility that treats 100,000 patients annually.

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul is a general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in gastrointestinal endoscopy and laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Dr. Serttikul is an active member of the NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee. He earned his medical degree from Chulalongkorn University.

• Completed clinical training in GI endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital.
• Trained in ERCP at Rajavithi Hospital and laparoscopic surgery at Chulalongkorn University.
• Treats umbilical, inguinal, hiatal, and incisional hernias.
• Performs appendectomies, gallbladder resections, and hemorrhoidectomies.

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 35 years of experience
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery and colorectal procedures
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in bariatric surgery, colorectal procedures, and metabolic management. Dr. Alis focuses on minimally invasive techniques for obesity and digestive system disorders. He practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from Turkey.

• International member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
• Performs complex procedures including Whipple surgery and gastric sleeve gastrectomy.
• Maintains membership in the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Published research on hepatobiliary diseases and pancreatic conditions in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Harald Rosen specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, bringing decades of expertise to complex gastrointestinal procedures at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
• Performs advanced endoscopic resections for gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of leading medical institutions in Vienna

Director of the Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit at Sourasky Medical Center – specializes in minimally invasive techniques.

• Head of the General Surgery Division with extensive experience
• Expert in laparoscopic bowel resections for benign and malignant conditions
• Performs restorative operations for complex colorectal conditions
• Leads a top-tier unit for diagnostic and therapeutic colorectal procedures

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

• Over 49 years in pediatric and general surgery
• 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
• Extensive training at London's Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Ron Greenberg has performed thousands of minimally invasive hernia repairs – he heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 35 years of experience in abdominal surgery
• Specializes in both open and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in complex Whipple procedures

Prof. Rokitansky is a leading orthopedic and trauma surgeon with decades of experience in complex musculoskeletal procedures at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Specializes in spine, hip, and knee reconstructive surgery
• Professor of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Pioneers minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Focuses on biomechanics and patient-specific rehabilitation