28 Best Cirrhosis Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Betul Tavil is a professor of pediatric hematology and oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital. She has successfully treated 500+ children with leukemia. Dr. Tavil is an expert in bone marrow transplantation for complex cases. She manages rare blood disorders, including congenital erythropoietic porphyria and immunodeficiencies. Memorial Şişli Hospital is JCI-accredited and maintains a 90% organ transplant success rate.

• Performed over 100 pediatric bone marrow transplantations for malignant and genetic diseases.
• Winner of the Turkish Hematology Society Award for pediatric blood cancer treatment.
• Author of over 150 scientific publications with more than 1,700 citations.
• Member of the International Society for Stem Cell Research.

Dr. Kamil Yalcin Polat has performed 3,000+ organ transplantations at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He leads the Organ Transplantation Center in Istanbul. Dr. Polat completed fellowships at Mount Sinai and Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York. He is an expert in both liver and kidney transplants.

• Performed over 2,000 liver transplants and 1,000 kidney transplants.
• Serves as Vice President of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Society.
• Former founder of the Organ Transplantation Center at Atatürk University.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Abuzer Dirican is the Head of General Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He authored the liver transplant chapter in Schwartz’s Principles of Surgery. He treats complex cases involving cholangiocarcinoma, liver transplantation, and colorectal cancer. Dr. Dirican earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery.
• Co-authored an analysis of over 300 living-donor liver transplants.
• Performed research on hepatic vein reconstructions and thyroid surgical complications.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital certified as a Smart-and-Green facility.

Dr. Ayhan Dinckan has performed over 5,000 kidney transplants at Istinye University Liv Hospital. He is the director of the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center. Dr. Dinckan specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants for adults and children.

• Completed more than 1,000 liver transplants and 77 pancreas operations.
• Performs complex combined surgeries, including heart-kidney and liver-kidney transplants.
• Handled over 350 pediatric kidney transplant cases personally.
• Sits on the Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers board.

Professor Samet Yardimci is a specialist in gastroenterology surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with expertise in liver regeneration research.

• Awarded Best Young Researcher at the Congress of Transplantation for his work in organ health
• Member of the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association focusing on liver and pancreas care
• Completed a gastroenterology fellowship at the prestigious Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Published international research on liver regeneration and managing complex gastrointestinal diseases
• Recognised by the Istanbul Health Directorate for high levels of patient satisfaction

Associate Professor Tarik Akar is a leading gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who has performed over 900 successful procedures.

• Specialises in managing cirrhosis using modern liver treatment protocols
• Performs ERCP to treat bile duct complications associated with liver disease
• Received the Best Verbal Presentation Award at an international gastrointestinal congress
• Published 19 international papers on advanced digestive system disorders
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology

Professor Salih Boğa has performed over 1,100 procedures, specialising as a hepatologist in the management of complex liver conditions at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Diagnoses and manages chronic liver conditions including cirrhosis and hepatitis
• Expertise in hepatology, focusing on liver function and long-term organ health
• Highly rated by international patients with a 4.6 out of 5 satisfaction score
• Uses diagnostic endoscopic procedures to monitor liver-related complications
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Omer Necip Aytug is a senior gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with decades of high-level academic and clinical expertise. He leads complex liver care after serving as a Professor at multiple Turkish medical universities.

• Specialised gastroenterology training at Marmara University
• Author of numerous medical book chapters and research papers on digestive health
• Expertise in managing liver function and chronic organ complications
• Former Associate Professor at Firat University School of Medicine
• Regular contributor to international medical congresses focused on hepatology

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a professor of gastroenterology at Istanbul Aydın University. He previously practiced at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Polat focuses on hepato-pancreatology and inflammatory intestinal diseases. He serves as an expert in both diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures.

• Member of prestigious international societies including AASLD, EASL, and ESGE.
• Authored 45 national and international medical publications.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including gastric polypectomy and duodenal polyp removal.

Professor Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a fellowship-trained hepatologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in managing complex liver conditions and advanced endoscopy.

• Holds an Advanced Endoscopy Certificate from Bundang CHA Hospital in Seoul
• Completed specialist fellowship training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology ERCP Study Group
• Recognised as a 2019 Rising Star at the Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium
• Expertise includes bariatric endoscopy and interventional liver care

Assistant Professor Shencan Acar leads the gastroenterology and hepatology department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specialises in complex liver disease management and post-transplant care.

• Manages complex cirrhosis cases including massive haemorrhagic ascites where fluid builds in the abdomen
• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles on internal medicine and liver health
• Trains future specialists as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in endoscopic procedures to treat internal bleeding caused by liver damage

Professor Benal Buyukgebiz is a senior specialist in paediatric gastroenterology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on complex liver and digestive issues in children.

• Former Chair of the Department of Paediatrics at Yeditepe University School of Medicine
• Completed sub-specialty training in paediatric gastroenterology at Dokuz Eylul University
• Specialises in paediatric nutrition and metabolic impacts on liver health
• Recipient of the title Professor of Paediatrics for her contributions to the field
• Published research on bacterial interactions and childhood nutritional deficiencies

Professor Hamdi Levent Doganay is a leading hepatology expert who serves on the Board of the Turkish Liver Research Association. He specialises in complex liver health and managing cirrhosis complications.

• Serves as Editor for the World Journal of Hepatology and Hepatology Bulletin
• Recipient of the Gilead Fellowship Award for his research into liver fibrosis
• Experienced in genomic medicine as a coordinator for the Istanbul Genomic Laboratory
• Member of the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of Liver (APASL)
• Completed specialist medical training and internships in Edinburgh and Manchester

The doctor is a highly trained general surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques. Having completed medical education at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 1991 and specialization at KTÜ Faculty of Medicine Farabi Hospital in 1998, the doctor has pursued rigorous post-graduate training at prestigious institutions. This includes specialized certifications in laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic antireflux procedures, and advanced bariatric surgery.

Furthermore, the doctor possesses significant clinical experience in morbid obesity management and oncological cancer surgery, having completed advanced training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. The doctor focuses on minimally invasive surgical interventions to improve patient outcomes in complex general surgery cases.

Dr Samir Safarov is an internal medicine specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with focused training in manages gastrointestinal and metabolic conditions.

• Completed specialist training at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in the Gastro Academy to refine treatment for digestive disorders
• Manages systemic complications including hypertension and metabolic issues
• Member of the Internal Medicine Congress for updated clinical protocols

Dr Volkan Kinas is a general surgery specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex procedures involving the liver and digestive system.

• Specialises in bile duct surgery to manage biliary complications related to liver disease
• Performs metabolic surgery to treat obesity and diabetes, common triggers for fatty liver progression
• Experienced in oncological surgery for managing liver-related tumours and malignancies
• Focuses on surgical interventions for the gastrointestinal tract and digestive organs

Professor Tülin Kendir Koçak is a senior hepatology specialist at Emsey Hospital who has performed over 1,100 gastroenterology procedures.

• Specialises in liver needle biopsies for accurate diagnosis and monitoring
• Performs esophageal band ligation to treat bleeding risks in the food pipe
• Expert in percutaneous drainage to remove fluid buildup from the abdomen
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses chromoendoscopy for detailed visualization of the digestive lining

Associate Professor Yilmaz Bilgic is a specialist gastroenterologist who completed advanced endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He brings high-level academic expertise to the management of chronic liver conditions.

• Specialises in hepatology and internal medicine at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Mastered ERCP techniques at the Olympus Training Center in Hamburg for bile duct procedures
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at the Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center
• Published significant research on liver regeneration and recovery models in medical journals
• Recognised as a leading academic with a high impact factor for clinical research

Professor Cemalettin Aydin is a senior specialist in gastroenterology surgery who leads complex digestive tract interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at Turkiye High Specialisation Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures for minimal scarring and faster recovery
• Former Professor of General Surgery at Inonu University – trained future specialists in the field
• Treats complex gastrointestinal disorders including Barrett's oesophagus and chronic pancreatitis

Professor Osman Aktas is a general surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital who specialises in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. He completed specialised laparoscopic training in Hamburg, Germany, to master techniques that reduce recovery times for patients.

• Manages cirrhosis-related complications including gallbladder issues and intestinal obstructions
• Performs laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions to reduce post-operative pain
• Expert in surgical oncology for gastrointestinal tumours and colorectal resections
• Trained at Gulhane Military Medical Academy, a prestigious Turkish medical institution
• Former Head of General Surgery at several major Turkish military hospitals