Prof. Selin Kapan has been a Professor of General Surgery since 2017. She is currently with Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery (2022–present). She previously worked at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital as a Specialist and Associate Professor. She also served as Educational and Administrative Supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital. In addition, she was Medical Coordinator and General Surgeon at Istanbul Surgery Hospital.

She has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Her research covers hernia repair, perianal fistula, pilonidal disease, hepatic hydatid disease, laparoscopic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. Her work has been published in journals such as Digestive Surgery, Hernia, Techniques in Coloproctology, and the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. She is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, the Hernia Society, the Turkish HPB Surgery Association, the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association, and the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association.

Dr Turgut Camkiran is a specialist general surgeon at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals with decades of experience in surgical interventions.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for less post-operative pain and faster recovery
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association focusing on minimally invasive techniques
• Expertise in managing routine and complex general surgery cases at major state and private hospitals

Prof. Ramazan Gökhan ATIŞ, M.D.

Languages: English

Urology

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Paediatric Urology
• Robotic Surgery
• Endourology
• Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery
• Urological Oncology
• Urological Neurology
   

Education

• Cağaloğlu Anatolian High School, Istanbul – Graduated in 1996
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) – M.D., 2002
• Urology Residency, Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital – 2002–2008
• Laparoscopy and Robotic Urology Training, Heidelberg University, Heilbronn Clinic – 2011

Career

• Urology Specialist, Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital – 2009–2014
• Associate Professor Title Achieved – September 2014
• Executive Board Member, Endourology Society – Since 2017
• Member, European Association of Urology – Young Academic Urologists (EAU-YAU), Endourology Working Group – 2018–2020
• Professor of Urology, Istanbul Medeniyet University – Appointed in January 2021
• Urologist, Şişli Memorial Hospital – Since August 1, 2022
   

Born in 1978 in Istanbul, Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan ATIŞ completed his medical degree at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine in 2002. He pursued his urology specialization at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital and became a certified urologist in February 2008. Following his military service at Edremit Military Hospital, he began working at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital in 2009.

In 2011, he received training in laparoscopic and robotic urology at Heidelberg University’s Heilbronn Clinic. Between 2009 and 2014, he conducted numerous scientific studies, especially in the field of endourology, earning the title of Associate Professor in 2014.

Since 2017, he has served on the board of the Endourology Society. In 2018, he was selected to the European Association of Urology’s Young Academic Urologists (EAU-YAU) Endourology Working Group, actively serving for two years. In January 2021, he was appointed as a Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University. Since August 1, 2022, he has continued his clinical practice, initially at Şişli Memorial Hospital and currently at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital.

Dr Kadir Dicle leads the anorectal surgery unit at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, providing focused surgical care for patients with complex rectal conditions.

• Specialises in anorectal disease surgery for haemorrhoids and related rectal wall issues
• Expertise includes oncological surgery for bowel and rectal tumours
• Performs metabolic and stomach surgeries for abdominal health
• Treats thyroid and parathyroid diseases within the general surgery department

Dr Levent Akgun Kazak is a specialist general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on colorectal and anorectal disorders.

• Specialises in colon and rectum surgery for complex bowel conditions
• Manages anorectal diseases including medical and surgical treatment of haemorrhoids
• Performs gallbladder and liver surgery using modern surgical techniques
• Treats stomach and small intestine diseases with a focus on patient recovery
• Handles abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repairs to restore function

Dr Erol Kilic leads the anorectal surgery unit at Büyük Anadolu Hospital, focusings on modern surgical solutions for complex bowel and rectal issues.

• Specialises in anorectal disease surgery for chronic and painful conditions
• Performs minimally invasive colon and rectum procedures for faster healing
• Focuses on surgical management of inflammatory and structural rectal disorders
• Treats cases involving large or recurrent external and internal hemorrhoids

Professor Tekelioglu is a lead general surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he focuses on colorectal health and bowel procedures.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Performs minimally invasive surgery to treat hemorrhoids with less post-operative pain
• Focuses on surgical interventions that offer patients a faster return to daily activities
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high standards in surgical safety
• Expertise includes complex general surgery cases alongside routine proctology procedures

Specializations

Cancer Surgery

Pancreatic Surgery

Bile Duct Surgery

Bariatric Metabolic Surgery

Oncological Surgery

Breast Surgery

Gastric cancer

Colon cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Obesity Surgery

Diabetes Surgeries

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a senior specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He has deep expertise in colorectal health as a long-standing member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

• Specialises in surgical and non-surgical procedures for haemorrhoids and lower digestive tract conditions
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Society with high-volume surgery experience
• Expert in bariatric and metabolic surgery for complex abdominal cases
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa – one of the region's most prestigious medical faculties

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, specialising in colorectal procedures and abdominal surgery.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery
• Completed robotic colorectal surgery training on cadavers at Stony Brook University in New York
• Published research on surgical outcomes for perforated colorectal cancers
• Experienced in laparoscopic resection – a minimally invasive approach that reduces pain and scaring

Experience 

2019 Medipol University Pendik Hospital 

2016 - 2019 Medical Park Hospital 

2015 - 2016 Derince Training and Research Hospital 

2014 - 2015 Yuzuncu Yıl University Faculty of Medicine 

2009 - 2014 Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital 

2007 - 2009 Yesilyurt No. 4 Emergency Health Services Station Education 

2014 Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Surgery 

2007 Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine 

Publications 

1- COMPARISON OF ULTRASONOGRAPHY AND HISTOPATOLOGICAL RESULTS IN CHILDHOOD APPENDICITIS M Kilic HS Yalcin AS Calapoglu Rize Training and Research Hospital RTEU Faculty of Medicine 

2- Treatment of the Patient with Gluteal Ulcer and Infantile Hemangioma with Propranolol HS Yalcin, M Kilic Rize Training and Research Hospital Department of Pediatric Surgery 

3- USE OF HYACYST IN THE TREATMENT OF REPEAT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS IN CHILDREN M Kılıç [1], S Cakmak [1], I.S. Arda [2] [1] Rize Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Surgery, [2] RTEU Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery 

4- PITBULL ATTACK: VIOLENCE OR IMPRUDENCE? Founder, M. Kilic, S. Cakmak, I.S. Arda. Rize University Faculty of Medicine Department of Pediatric Surger

Dr Irfan Karalar is a senior surgical specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in general surgical procedures.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Former Chief Physician with leadership experience in managing surgical departments
• Focuses on abdominal and colorectal care including surgical management of hemorrhoids
• Practises at a major university hospital known for multidisciplinary surgical standards

The doctor is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Specializes in complex coronary interventions and has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. Graduated from a top medical school and completed a fellowship in cardiology at a renowned institution. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious cardiology societies and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Recognized for contributions to advancing cardiac care and implementing innovative treatment protocols.

Dr Emir Nekay is a specialist colorectal surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who has performed over 900 successful procedures.

• Specialises in surgical management of haemorrhoids and complex colorectal conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Active in the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association for acute cases

Professor Adil Baykan is a senior surgical expert who completed specialist colorectal training at the world-renowned St Mark's Hospital in London.

• Specialises in proctology and colorectal surgery at Medistate Hospital Istanbul
• Uses laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques for minimally invasive bowel procedures
• Trained in advanced colorectal methods at the Mayo Clinic in the USA
• Former professor of general surgery at Ankara University Medical School
• Published researcher focusing on colorectal diseases in international medical journals

Professor Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a specialist colorectal surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital with a focus on diseases of the colon and rectum.

• Twice awarded the National Board certification with an outstanding degree for surgical excellence
• Specialises in endoscopic treatments to manage internal hemorrhoids without traditional open surgery
• Expert in colorectal procedures for both routine and more complex cases
• Member of the Colorectal Surgery Association and Minimally Invasive Surgery Association
• Trained at the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine as a general surgery specialist

Professor Ertekin is a leading gastroenterology surgeon at Biruni University Hospital, holding a prestigious National Scientific Patent for his surgical innovations.

• Specialises in gastroenterology surgery focusing on the digestive tract and bowel
• Performs endoscopic diagnosis and treatment for minimally invasive patient care
• Awarded first prize by the Istanbul Surgical Association for his surgical video techniques
• Senior Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Active member of the National Surgical Association and International ESTES society