Umbilical hernia Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

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

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Former Chief Physician at Balkan Hospital, where he oversaw complex surgical departments
• Specialises in abdominal wall repairs, including umbilical and inguinal hernia corrections
• Performs laparoscopic surgery, using tiny incisions to reduce recovery time and post-op pain
• Fellowship-trained in general surgery with a focus on gastrointestinal health

Dr. Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a general surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating diseases of the colon, rectum, and stomach. He twice received national board recognition with outstanding degrees. Dr. Yüksel is proficient in both surgical and endoscopic diagnostic procedures.

• Specializes in obesity surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions like hemorrhoids, hernias, and pancreatic cysts.
• Performs complex surgical procedures such as colectomy and thyroidectomy.
• Member of the Turkish surgery and colorectal surgery associations.

Professor Osman Civil is a senior general surgeon at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's leading medical and research institutions.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal surgery for complex abdominal wall repairs
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association with a focus on surgical oncology
• Held positions at the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital in general surgery

Professor Hakan Gok is a globally recognised specialist who holds the prestigious Fellowship of the European Board of Surgery in Abdominal Wall Surgery.

• Serves as a Board Member of the European Hernia Society
• Specialises in laparoscopic keyhole surgery – uses tiny incisions for less post-operative pain and faster recovery
• Member of the British Hernia Society and founding member of the Turkish Hernia Society
• Focuses his entire clinical practice exclusively on abdominal wall repairs and complex hernia management

Professor Murat Kilic is a paediatric surgery specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on surgical corrections for children.

• Specialises in paediatric umbilical hernia repair – ensuring smaller incisions and faster recovery for young patients
• Professor at Medipol University – one of Turkey's major medical training institutions
• Expertise includes managing paediatric gastrointestinal conditions and congenital abnormalities
• Active contributor to academic research on improving surgical outcomes in childhood appendicitis and infections

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading specialist in hernia surgery who holds a European Hernia Society certificate for laparoscopic techniques. He currently treats patients at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repair – uses small incisions for less pain and faster recovery
• Highly experienced in managing incisional and umbilical hernias using minimally invasive methods
• Served as a Chief Physician and has edited several textbooks on modern hernia surgery
• Completed advanced robotic colorectal surgery training at Stony Brook University in New York
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery

Associate Professor Vahit Onur Gul brings international surgical expertise to Private Koru Ankara Hospital, having trained in robotic and laparoscopic techniques in the USA and Switzerland.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repair – uses tiny incisions for less post-operative pain and faster return to work
• Recognised as an Associate Professor of General Surgery for his academic and clinical contributions
• Trained in robotic-assisted surgery for high-precision repairs in complex cases
• Completed specialised courses in laparoscopic methods to ensure minimally invasive patient outcomes

Dr. Ezgi Sevic is a nutrition and diet specialist at Medical Park İzmir Hospital. She graduated as an honor student from Hacettepe University. Dr. Sevic focuses on bariatric nutrition and chronic disease management. She works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 1,200 international patients annually.

• Completed the Bariatric Nutrition Course and Innovations in Obesity Course.
• Specializes in nutrition plans for post-metabolic and bariatric surgery patients.
• Treats patients with diabetes, cancer, and congenital metabolic diseases.
• Conducts nutritional counseling for child and adolescent weight control.

Professor Ali Kagan Gokakin is a specialist general surgeon at Medicana International Ankara Hospital with extensive experience in laparoscopic hernia repair.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Trained at the Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Centre in senior academic roles
• Previously served as an Associate Professor at Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes managing complex abdominal wall issues and inguinal hernia repairs

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.

The doctor is a highly experienced general surgery specialist with extensive clinical expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery, including stomach botox and gastric balloon applications. The doctor's professional background encompasses a wide range of surgical disciplines, with a focus on thyroid diseases, gallbladder and liver conditions, oncological surgery, breast diseases, and the treatment of anal region disorders.

With a medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and specialized training in general surgery from Mayıs University, the doctor has served in various state and private medical institutions. This clinical experience includes managing emergency services and providing specialized surgical care across multiple hospital settings.

Professor Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a highly regarded general surgery specialist at Can Hospitals with extensive training from Ege University.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia surgery – a minimally invasive method using tiny incisions for less scarring
• Handles both open and laparoscopic repairs for complex umbilical hernia cases
• Accredited member of the Turkish Surgical Association for general surgery excellence
• Performs diagnostic endoscopy to ensure accurate assessment of abdominal wall issues
• Member of the Aegean Region Surgical Association for peer-reviewed surgical standards

Dr Ufuk Onsal is a general surgery specialist at Izmir Private Can Hospital who focuses on keyhole techniques for abdominal wall repairs.

• Specialises in laparoscopic abdominal wall repairs for umbilical hernia – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained in clinical abdominal surgery anatomy at Ankara University
• Completed specialised training in percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) procedures
• Practised at major Turkish medical centres including Izmir Bakircay University Training and Research Hospital