Cirrhosis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr Ekrem Aslan is a specialist gastroenterologist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a major focus on managing chronic liver diseases and cirrhosis outcomes.

• Specialises in chronic hepatitis B management to reduce the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer)
• Expertise in monitoring liver health following anaesthesia to prevent and manage potential hepatotoxicity
• Member of the gastroenterology departments at Turkey's leading university and research hospitals
• Published international research on intestinal ultrasound and early detection of gastrointestinal lesions

Professor Irfan Koruk is a highly regarded gastroenterology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, with American-backed training from the State University of New York.

• Specialises in managing liver fibrosis and portal hypertension related to advanced cirrhosis cases
• Accomplished in interventional endoscopy and ERCP to treat biliary system complications
• Former Associate Professor at Gaziantep University where he founded the local endoscopy unit
• Regularly contributes to the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) quality initiatives

Dr. Adil Baykan is a general and oncological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He is a senior professor on the faculty of medicine at Ankara University. Dr. Baykan specializes in colorectal surgery and laparoscopic techniques for cancer treatment. He completed surgical training at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota.

• Completed a specialist fellowship in colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital in London.
• Treats colon cancer, thyroid diseases, and breast conditions like fibrocystic disease.
• Performs complex procedures including colectomy, esophagectomy, and stomach resection.
• Published numerous articles on colon cancer in international medical journals.

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 Murat Sarikaya is a senior gastroenterologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, specialising in the management of complex liver and biliary disorders.

• Extensive research background in hepatitis B and C management to prevent liver damage
• Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including ERCP for bile duct issues
• Published clinical research on liver-to-spleen ratios for monitoring liver health
• Former specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish clinical centre
• Focuses on inpatient care models for chronic viral hepatitis patients

Professor Nihat Okcu is a senior gastroenterologist at Pendik Medipol University Hospital with a heavy research focus on liver parenchymal insufficiency and cirrhosis management.

• Specialises in managing chronic active hepatitis and liver parenchymal insufficiency
• Uses ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy for accurate internal diagnosis
• Published extensive research on sex hormone changes in liver cirrhosis patients
• Expert in treating portal hypertension complications, including Budd-Chiari syndrome
• Former Professor of Internal Medicine at Ataturk University