Keloid scars Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Cemalettin Ertekin is a surgical oncologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Biruni University Hospital. He won the National Scientific Patent Award and the Istanbul Surgical Association first prize. Dr. Ertekin is a professor specifically focused on pancreatico-biliary and trauma surgery.

• Performs complex procedures including Whipple surgery, stomach resection, and pancreatectomy.
• Specializes in the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal conditions.
• Treats pancreatic cysts, liver hemangiomas, and various types of abdominal hernias.
• Active member of the national Trauma and Emergency Surgery and Surgical associations.

Dr. Ertan Emek is a transplant and general surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in complex organ transplantation, including kidney, liver, and lung procedures. Dr. Emek holds membership in the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS). He treats conditions such as umbilical hernias, keloid scars, and pancreatic cysts.

• Member of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association.
• Performs kidney, liver, and lung transplants alongside heart-lung procedures.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Surgical Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with a specific focus on treating scar tissue and skin tumours.

• Treats keloid scars using laser and light-based therapies for better cosmetic outcomes
• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical removal of skin tumours
• Uses chemical peels and fractional treatments to improve skin texture and rejuvenation
• Expertise in geriatric dermatology – managing skin conditions for elderly patients
• Completed his specialist dermatology training at Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine

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.