Gastroenterology Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Benal Buyukgebiz is a leading specialist in pediatric gastroenterology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University, training the next generation of specialists.

• Focuses on digestive health for children from infancy through to adolescence
• Sub-specialised in pediatric gastroenterology at Dokuz Eylul University
• Manages complex cases of recurrent diarrhoea and chronic gut inflammation
• Investigates the link between childhood nutrition and long-term digestive health
• Fluent in English to assist families visiting from overseas

Professor Yasar Tuna is a PhD-qualified gastroenterologist at Medical Park Antalya, where he handles the most challenging digestive and liver cases within the Organ Transplant Centre.

• Specialises in managing advanced cirrhosis, complex pancreatitis, and Crohn's disease
• Completed his PhD in Gastroenterology at Akdeniz University – a top-tier Turkish medical school
• Provides expert care for Barrett's oesophagus and inflammatory bowel diseases
• Held senior academic roles at Akdeniz University, training the next generation of specialists
• Expertise includes complex stomach resections and gallbladder conditions

Dr Tepebasi specialises in minimally invasive weight loss solutions at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, focusing on gastric balloon procedures for patients wanting a reversible surgical alternative.

• Performs gastric balloon insertions to help manage appetite and portion control
• Combines procedures with tailored diet plans for visible weight loss results
• Leads a multidisciplinary team providing nutritional coaching and emotional support
• Focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes and long-term follow-up care