Inguinal Hernia Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Ahmet Alptekein is a specialist paediatric surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on surgical care for children and newborns.

• Specialises in laparoscopic interventions for hernia repair using small incisions for faster recovery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in paediatric urology and neonatal surgery for complex newborn cases
• Experienced in robotic-assisted surgery which allows for high precision in delicate paediatric procedures
• Performs endoscopy and cystoscopy for clear internal imaging without large surgical cuts

Assoc. Prof. Cevper Ersöz, M.D.

Urology
 

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Urological Cancers (Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery)
• Stone Diseases (PCNL, URS)
• Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (HoLEP, TuLEP, Rezum®)
• Minimally Invasive Prostate Treatments (TUR-P, Robotic)
• Kidney, Bladder, Testis Diseases
• Sexual Dysfunction & Infertility
• Urological Infections

Education and Career

• M.D. (Doctor of Medicine): Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2006)
• Residency in Urology (Specialist Training): Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2012)
• Associate Professorship in Urology: Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2015)

Certificates

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU)
• Observership in Urologic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA (2011)
• Advanced Training in Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

• Turkish Urology Association
• Turkish Pediatric Urology Association
• Turkish Endourology Society
• European Association of Urology (EAU)
• European Society of Endourology

Publications

• Author of 130+ national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Research focus: Endourology, urologic oncology, andrology, and minimally invasive surgery.
• Contributions include book chapters and numerous conference presentations.

Awards Received

• Male Sexual Health – Alpay Kelami Award (2009): Recognized for innovative andrology research.
• 22nd National Urology Congress Recognition (2012): Acknowledged for surgical technique studies.

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.

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 general surgery specialist who trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He currently treats patients at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Completed specialised vocational training in minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association and National Association of Surgery

Professor Muzaffer Al is a specialist in keyhole surgery – he completed advanced laparoscopic training at Turkey's prestigious Istanbul University medical schools.

• Performs laparoscopic hernia repair using tiny incisions for less post-op pain
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques at Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive methods that allow for quicker returns to work
• Uses modern surgical mesh techniques to reduce the risk of hernia recurrence
• Practises at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major centre for surgical excellence

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemur is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with over 20 years in the field. He is a Professor at Health Sciences University, Istanbul Bağcılar Health Practice and Research Center. He is known for his research in bone healing, osteoporosis prediction, and orthopedic biomechanics. He has published many articles in leading international journals.

Dr. Beytemur has served as Chief Physician and has led improvements in orthopedic care and education. He holds the TOTBİD-TOTEK Board Certification. He has also completed international courses, including the AO Pediatric Trauma Course. He specializes in complex surgeries, such as bone tumor treatment and advanced fracture management. He is active in Turkish orthopedic associations and has supervised important theses, helping to advance orthopedic science and education.

Professor Tekelioglu brings high-level surgical precision to Florence Nightingale Hospital, having trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in general surgery with a focus on abdominal wall repairs
• Performs minimally invasive hernia surgery to ensure smaller scars and faster recovery
• Member of the surgical team at a JCI-accredited international hospital
• Expert in thyroid and abdominal surgeries following rigorous academic residency
• Operates within a multidisciplinary environment for complex surgical cases

Education
1991 to 1997 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital

Experience
1997 to 1998 Van Edremit Health Center
1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Resident Doctor
2004 to 2007 Sivas State Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, Specialist Doctor
2007 to Present Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, Associate Professor

Professional Memberships
-Turkish Medical Association
-Turkish Surgical Society
-Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
-Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
-Society of Endocrine Surgery

Specializations

Oncological Surgery

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Surgery

Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment

Stomach Hernia Surgery

Colon and Rectum Surgery

Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment

Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment

Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases

Dr Levent Akgun Kazak is a specialist general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repairs.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of abdominal wall hernias
• Expertise includes both stomach and small intestine surgeries
• Manages complex cases involving the liver and gallbladder
• Highly experienced in treating anorectal diseases and colorectal conditions

Dr Kadir Dicle is a senior general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on abdominal wall reconstruction.

• Specialises in surgical repair of inguinal and abdominal wall hernias
• Performs oncological surgery for complex cases involving the abdominal region
• Expertise includes treating gastric and gallbladder diseases alongside hernia repair
• Focuses on surgical techniques for metabolic and anorectal conditions
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major centre for surgical excellence

Dr Irfan Karalar is a senior surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He brings leadership expertise to hernia cases, having previously served as a Chief Physician.

• Specialises in general surgery at a major university-affiliated hospital centre
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, one of the region's leading medical schools
• Expertise in surgical management of hernias and abdominal wall repairs
• Former Chief Physician with clinical leadership in general surgical 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 Ali Gok is a leading specialist in hernia repair, holding a European Hernia Society certificate for advanced laparoscopic techniques performed on cadavers.

• Specialises in laparoscopic TAPP and TEP repairs, which use tiny incisions for faster recovery and less post-op pain.
• Extensive experience in mesh-free and fixation-free hernia closures to reduce long-term discomfort.
• Recognised expert in the field, having edited the definitive textbook 'Hernia Surgery' for academic publication.
• Published significant research on the accuracy of ultrasound for diagnosing inguinal hernias in adult patients.

Professor Murat Kilic specialises in paediatric surgical care at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on delicate procedures for younger patients.

• Performed extensive surgical training at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on paediatric hernia repairs and abdominal surgeries for children
• Researched ultrasound and diagnostic accuracy to improve surgical outcomes
• Fellowship trained in paediatric surgery specifically for infants and school-aged children
• Active member of the academic community at Medipol University

Professor Nail Ersoz is a top-tier surgeon who placed first in the Turkish Surgery Association Board Exam – a mark of clinical excellence.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repair – using small incisions for less scarring and quicker recovery
• Serves as a senior surgeon at System Hospital after training at Erciyes and Firat Universities
• Published significant research on general surgical techniques in national scientific journals
• Expert in managing complex abdominal wall issues including polyps and reflux symptoms

Professor Burhan Mayir specialises in laparoscopic hernia repairs and cancer surgery, having published over 60 articles in international medical journals.

• Expert in minimally invasive hernia surgery – uses smaller incisions for less pain and faster recovery
• Specialises in gastro-oesophageal surgery to treat reflux and related digestive issues
• Performs liver and spleen surgeries using precision surgical techniques
• Active researcher with over 100 abstracts presented at global medical congresses