Dr Alper Hacioglu focuses on surgical cases where metabolic health intersects with general surgery at Klinik Mavi. He combines surgical precision with deep research into how obesity and diabetes affect recovery.

• Specialises in obesity-related hernia repairs and cholecystectomies
• Performs liver resections and small intestine resections with a metabolic focus
• Active member of the Diabetes, Obesity, and Nutrition Association
• Contributes to clinical research at the Obesity Research Association of Turkey
• Trained at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Metin Kizilkaya is a specialist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at Dentsuadiye Dental Clinic who holds a Doctorate from Başkent University.

• Focuses on surgery involving the jaw, face, and neck structures
• Researched bone healing and alveolar bone health after tooth extraction
• Served as a reserve officer specialist at Istanbul's GATA Faculty of Dentistry
• Member of the International Team of Implantology (ITI)
• Maintains membership with the Turkish Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Society

Associate Professor Budak is a leading vascular specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He is a faculty member at Charing Cross London and an expert in hybrid vascular surgery.

• Specialises in limb-saving treatments for diabetic foot and critical leg ischaemia
• Performs EVAR and TEVAR for minimally invasive repair of aortic aneurysms
• Uses hybrid techniques combining open surgery with advanced angiographic imaging
• Expert in carotid artery stenosis to help prevent stroke
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery

Professor Ikram Esen has performed thousands of procedures at Estetik International Istanbul, specialising in microsurgery and body contouring.

• Focuses on post-bariatric surgery to reshape the body after significant weight loss
• Performs facial aesthetics and breast surgery using precise microsurgery techniques
• Experienced in reconstructive surgery to restore both function and appearance
• Trained at Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine and worked at Goztepe Hospital

Dr Emir Nekay is a board-certified general surgeon who has performed over 900 procedures, specialising in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in hepatobiliary surgery, focusing on liver, bile duct, and pancreatic conditions
• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repairs and colorectal procedures to reduce post-op pain
• Member of the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association and the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association

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 Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist based at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on comprehensive diagnostic care and chronic disease management.

• Manages gastrointestinal disorders including reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and liver diseases
• Treats endocrine conditions such as diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders
• Provides respiratory care for patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Develops personalised preventive health plans and routine screening assessments
• Uses evidence-based protocols to manage hypertension and high cholesterol

Professor Selami Sozubir is a specialist paediatric surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He received the National Paediatric Surgery Congress award for the best research study.

• Specialises in newborn surgery and correcting congenital abnormalities
• Performs reconstructive surgery for children with urinary system issues
• Expert in hypospadias repair to correct the opening of the urethra
• Trained in paediatric urology at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Authored 65 scientific publications in the field of paediatric surgery

Halil Erbis is a specialist surgeon at Biruni University Hospital. He focuses on complex organ transplants and hepatobiliary surgery for the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts.

• Performs laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Specialises in oncological surgery to remove tumours from the digestive system
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Former Assistant Professor at the Prof Dr Tuncer Karpuzoğlu Organ Transplant Centre
• Member of the Turkey Organ Transplant Organisations Coordination Association

Professor Mustafa Tukenmez is a specialist general surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on breast surgery and laparoscopic techniques. He is a prolific researcher whose work on breast cancer outcomes has been published in the Annals of Surgical Oncology.

• Specialises in nipple and skin-sparing mastectomy with immediate reconstruction
• Uses laparoscopic splenectomy – keyhole surgery to remove the spleen, reducing recovery time
• Expert in sentinel lymph node biopsy for accurate cancer staging with fewer side effects
• Performs radio-guided localisation to precisely target and remove small breast lesions

Associate Professor Gul is a dual-trained specialist who completed robotic surgery training in the USA and microsurgery in Switzerland. He leads complex surgical cases at Private Koru Ankara Hospital with a focus on precision and faster recovery.

• Specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, stomach, and rectal cancers
• Performs minimally invasive endocrine surgery for thyroid and goiter conditions
• Expert in robotic-assisted hernia repairs and complex colorectal procedures
• Former military doctor with extensive clinical experience across Turkey

Professor Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focused his expertise at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery for thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland cancers
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery to perform minimally invasive procedures
• Fellow of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario research centre in Canada
• Focuses on surgical oncology and gland-related metabolic disorders

Associate Professor Sormaz is a specialist surgeon at Biruni University Hospital. He completed a prestigious fellowship in Germany under industry leader Professor Henning Dralle.

• Focuses on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland surgery
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Faculty member at Istanbul University's Endocrine Surgery Service
• Trained at Universitätsklinikum Halle, Germany's top endocrine surgery centre
• Expert in managing both benign and malignant gland diseases

Dr M Altan Kaya specialises in minimally invasive surgery at Risus Clinic Istanbul. He completed high-level fellowships in innovative surgical methods in both Germany and France.

• Focuses on keyhole techniques for obesity, breast cancer, and colorectal tumour surgery
• Trained at the Ethicon Surgical Centre in Hamburg for advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons (ESSO)
• Practises at the ITES Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery in Strasbourg

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Doctor Education, 2003, Istanbul/Turkey

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2014-2015, Istanbul/Turkey
Universal Italian Hospital, 2012-2014, Istanbul/Turkey
Florance Nightingale Hospital, 2012-2012, Istanbul/Turkey
T.C. Ministry of Health Muş State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Muş/Turkey
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2004-2010, Istanbul/Turkey

Medical Intrests

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  Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Type 2 Diabetes Surgery
• SADI-S
• Gastric Bypass
• Duodenal Switch
• Transit Bipartition

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – a specialised field involving the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder – at Biruni University Hospital.

• Maintains a focus on complex organ transplantation and abdominal procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Formerly served in the organ transplant units of multiple university hospitals
• Expertise includes managing tumours and cysts within the hepatobiliary system