Surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 11

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

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

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 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

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.

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 Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a prominent general surgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey who specialises in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures for complex gastrointestinal and abdominal conditions.

• Performs laparoscopic gastrectomy and gallbladder surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Expert in both laparoscopic and open hernia repairs, tailoring the approach to each specific case
• Maintains a special interest in metabolic and obesity surgery, including gastric Botox and reflux procedures
• Fellowship-trained at Celal Bayar University and a member of the Turkish Surgical Association

Dr. Ali Solmaz graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002. He completed his General Surgery residency in 2007. In 2017, he received his Associate Professorship Certificate in General Surgery. Dr. Solmaz specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgeries. His expertise includes gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, revisional obesity surgery, and diabetes surgery.

He is skilled in minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernia repairs. Dr. Solmaz treats a wide range of gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological conditions. He is known for his expertise, patient satisfaction, and dedication to surgical excellence.

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