Gastroenterology Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 4

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an eye surgery expert at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on restoring vision through precision microsurgery.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification for cataract removal with premium lens implantation
• Performs refractive laser surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages complex retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical management for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal disorders such as keratoconus and performs corneal transplants

Associate Professor Üçüncü is an academic surgeon at İstanbul Cerrahi Hospital specialising in advanced endoscopy and gastrointestinal disorders. He has published 17 studies on gastric conditions including H. pylori and digestive inflammation.

• Performs advanced endoscopy – allows for direct internal examination and precision removal of polyps without open surgery
• Specialises in managing H. pylori infections, gastric ulcers, and complex gastrocele cases
• Uses minimally invasive techniques – result in smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster return to daily activities
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in the field of neurosurgery, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques for treating complex brain and spinal disorders. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has performed numerous successful surgeries, contributing significantly to the field through innovative approaches and patient-centered care.

Graduated from a prestigious medical school and completed rigorous residency and fellowship programs. The doctor is board-certified and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, sharing insights and advancements in neurosurgical procedures.

Professor Baykan is a premier oncological surgeon in Turkey with high-level training from the Mayo Clinic and St Mark's Hospital in London.

• Specialises in minimally invasive laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques for digestive disorders
• Performs keyhole surgery for faster recovery and smaller scars in colorectal cases
• Senior professor at Ankara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expertise in treating complex conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Published researcher on colon cancer outcomes in leading international medical journals

Professor Kocak trained at Johns Hopkins University specifically in bariatric and advanced endoscopy. He now leads gastroenterology services at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Specialises in endoscopic removal of early-stage oesophageal, stomach, and colorectal tumours
• Performs ERCP to treat bile duct and pancreatic conditions without open surgery
• Expert in motility disorders using manometry to measure oesophageal muscle function
• Trained at South Korea's Advanced Endoscopy Centre at Hallym University
• Member of the Turkish Association for the Study of Liver

Professor Ozdil is a National Scholar Award winner at Biruni University Hospital who specialises in advanced endoscopic techniques for digestive disorders.

• Performs POEM and ESD to treat swallowing disorders and remove tumours without open surgery
• Uses ERCP and cholangioscopy to view and treat bile ducts and gallstones
• Specialises in managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and chronic liver conditions
• Recipient of multiple awards for research into Helicobacter Pylori and hepatitis treatment
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology and Liver Associations

Professor Levent Demirturk is the former Chief of Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious military medical institutions.

• Specialises in managing complex acute and chronic pancreatitis cases
• Performs precision removal of gastric polyps to prevent future complications
• Served as a member of the Higher Science Council for Turkish medicine
• Trained at Hacettepe University, a top-tier medical school in the region
• Mentored future specialists as a professor of internal medicine

Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides precision imaging at Ümran Medical Centre to support accurate gastroenterology diagnoses. He uses abdominal ultrasound to evaluate digestive organs without radiation or pain.

• Specialises in abdominal ultrasonography for liver, gallbladder, and pancreas checks
• Provides CT and MRI imaging for detailed mapping of oncological conditions
• Conducts vascular ultrasound to monitor blood flow in the abdominal region
• Uses interventional radiology for minimally invasive, imaging-guided procedures
• Communicates with clinical teams to ensure accurate stomach and bowel assessments

Surgeon, oncologist, specialist in the field of digestive system surgery and breast oncology.

25 years old

• Worked in clinics in the USA and Great Britain.
• Board Certified in Gastrointestinal Surgery by Johns Hopkins Institute, USA
• Certified as a specialist in laparoscopic surgery by the Port de Choisy Medical Center, France.
• Director of the American College of Surgeons for students from Turkey.

Associate Professor Alaattin Ozturk is a colorectal surgery specialist based at TWT Health Clinic. He holds prestigious memberships in both the Turkish Society for Colon and Rectal Surgery and the Mediterranean Society of Coloproctology.

• Treats surgical conditions of the colon, rectum, and digestive tract
• Specialises in obesity surgery and metabolics through the International Federation for Obesity Surgery
• Highly active in research with 69 national and international publications
• Lectures as an Associate Professor of General Surgery to train future specialists