Gastroenterology Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

Associate Professor Binnur Simsek is a dual-specialist in gastroenterology and hepatology at Liv Hospital Ulus. She focuses on complex liver diseases and inflammatory bowel conditions.

• Subspecialty-trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in gastroenterohepatology
• Manages difficult cases of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Expert in treating hepatic cirrhosis and complications like portal hypertension
• Member of the Turkish Association For The Study of The Liver
• Treats gastrointestinal malignancies and stomach ulcers involving severe bleeding

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on diagnosing and treating various digestive health conditions.

• Manages chronic gastrointestinal disorders including reflux and gastritis
• Treats peptic ulcers and provides care for chronic liver diseases
• Focuses on evidence-based medicine for accurate adult inner-health diagnosis
• Organises preventative health screenings and personalised risk assessments
• Provides care in English for international patients

Associate Professor Ozturk is a specialist general surgeon at Vital Clinic with academic background from Medipol University. He focuses on surgical treatments for the digestive system and gastrointestinal tract.

• Specialises in managing colorectal and stomach cancers
• Expert in treating stomach enlargement and esophageal narrowing
• Performs surgical removal of gastric polyps and gallbladder stones
• Manages liver enlargement and metastatic liver disease
• Trained at the Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital

Professor Selami Sozubir is a specialist in paediatric abdominal surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He has authored 65 scientific publications with over 1,000 citations in the field of paediatric care.

• Treats congenital abnormalities of the upper and lower digestive systems
• Focuses on newborn surgery and complex abdominal reconstructions
• Awarded Best Clinical Study at the Saudi Arab Congress
• Trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center in the USA
• Recognised by the Kosovo Government for his medical contributions

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre with a focus on dermato-oncology and surgical skin tumour removal.

• Treats malignant and benign skin tumours using precise surgical interventions
• Manages chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs laser therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Provides specialised dermatological care for elderly patients with chronic skin diseases
• Uses non-invasive rejuvenation techniques like mesotherapy and chemical peels

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 Binnursimsek is a leading gastroenterology specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focuses on complex liver care and transplant medicine.

• Treats cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and liver cancer cases
• Expert in viral hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
• Uses Fibroscan – non-invasive ultrasound to check liver scarring without a biopsy
• Performs videocapsule endoscopy – a swallowed tiny camera to view small bowel issues
• Member of the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a strong focus on digestive health in children and infants.

• Specialises in infancy and childhood nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy
• Authored a dedicated thesis on the evaluation of children with acute pancreatitis
• Manages nutritional needs and preventive care for patients aged 0 to 18
• Researched zinc deficiency and its links to skin and joint conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in child health

Dr Ekrem Aslan is a specialist gastroenterologist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in managing inflammatory bowel diseases and complex motility disorders.

• Specialises in Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis management
• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment
• Expert in treating chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and biliary tract conditions
• Published research on the use of self-expanding metal stents for esophageal strictures
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpasa School of Medicine

Dr Irfan Koruk is a leading specialist in interventional endoscopy at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed his advanced training in endoscopic ultrasonography at the State University of New York.

• Performs ERCP and cholangioscopy to treat complex bile duct and pancreatic conditions
• Specialises in endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) for detailed internal imaging and biopsy
• Co-authored European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy quality improvement guidelines
• Founded the Gaziantep State Hospital Endoscopy Unit to improve regional surgical access

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist in minimally invasive surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed prestigious fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for digestive and endocrine conditions
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons with international training in Canada and Sweden
• Performs keyhole procedures using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
• Serves as the Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with over a decade of clinical experience. She focuses on both medical skin conditions and surgical dermato-oncology.

• Specialises in the early detection and surgical management of skin cancers
• Treats medical conditions including severe acne, psoriasis, and chronic eczema
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Performs rejuvenation procedures including chemical peels and mesotherapy treatments

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on clinical nutrition to manage metabolic and digestive health conditions.

• Designs tailored diet plans to help manage diabetes and metabolic disorders
• Creates evidence-based nutrition programmes to support cardiovascular and thyroid health
• Develops pediatric and adolescent meal plans focused on healthy growth and development
• Provides lifestyle counselling for long-term wellness and preventive health through balanced eating

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a surgical specialist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from the 1st Surgical Clinic at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats gastrointestinal tract conditions including gallbladder disease and appendicitis
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – small incisions that mean less pain and a faster return home
• Performs endocrine operations on the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages abdominal hernias and emergency trauma surgical cases

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