2176 Best Surgery Doctors Abroad

Dr Pekize Eker Balcioglu is a board-certified general surgeon who has performed over 1,100 successful procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in advanced hemorrhoid treatments, including laser surgery and the Longo technique
• Performs minimally invasive pilonidal sinus surgery using laparoscopic day-stay methods
• Expert in treating breast pain, anal fissures, lipomas, and complex hernia repairs
• Completed medical training in English at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa

Dr Tarik Akar is an award-winning specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who focuses on treating early-stage gastrointestinal cancers using precise, non-surgical techniques.

• Specialises in Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) to remove tumours without major surgery
• Treats complex swallowing disorders using Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) for faster recovery
• Awarded 'Best Verbal Presentation' at the International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress
• Performs ERCP to manage bile duct conditions and small intestine resections
• Published 19 international research papers on gastrointestinal treatments

Dr Huseyin Sinan completed a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery at the University of Washington. He focuses on keyhole techniques to treat morbid obesity and type 2 diabetes.

• Specialises in ileal interposition and transit bipartition for metabolic control
• Uses minimally invasive laparoscopy for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Former Chief Physician with leadership experience in major clinical settings

Dr Sema Karakas is a specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who handles complex gynaecologic oncology and scarless surgeries. She is a leading expert in V-Notes – a surgical technique that leaves no visible scars.

• Performs v-Notes (scarless surgery) for uterine and cyst removals
• Specialises in gynaecologic oncology for uterine and cervical cancer cases
• Uses laparoscopic closed procedures to ensure faster patient recovery times
• Treats endometriosis and chocolate cysts using minimally invasive methods
• Offers pelvic floor physiotherapy and laser treatments for urinary incontinence

Professor Gurkan is a highly skilled surgeon at Memorial Antalya Hospital. He completed elite fellowship training in multi-organ transplantation at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal surgery and complex organ transplants
• Trained in cardiovascular surgery at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Texas
• Focuses on patient safety using strict international medical protocols
• Holds membership with the American Society of Transplant Surgeons
• Serves on the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Foundation board

Professor Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer procedures and leads complex surgical cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at the Mayo Clinic in the USA in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery
• Completed a doctorate in medical biology to apply stem cell and cancer biology insights to treatment
• Founded the specialized Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Expert in liver cancer surgery with over 200 successful liver procedures completed
• Performs both major surgeries and endoscopic treatments for gallbladder and biliary tract diseases

Dr Ali Karahan has focused exclusively on hair restoration since 2009. He is a specialist in achieving natural results at Quartz Hospital and previously managed hair transplant departments at Istanbul's most prominent medical centres.

• Trained in Anesthesiology and Reanimation for safe procedure management
• Specialises in hair transplantation with a focus on natural hairline design
• Managed hair transplant clinics at Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa hospitals
• Regularly contributes to national and international hair restoration conferences

Dr Ali Gozukucuk is a specialised paediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a focus on neonatal and childhood surgical conditions.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in paediatric surgery at Erciyes University
• Treats common childhood issues like inguinal and umbilical hernias
• Manages abdominal pain and appendicitis in younger patients
• Provides surgical solutions for ankyloglossia or tongue-tie
• Published 16 scientific papers and presentations on surgical outcomes

Dr Ayhan Erdemir is a leading general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center with specialised expertise in robotic-assisted pancreatic cancer surgery.

• Performs da Vinci robotic surgery for precise, minimally invasive procedures with faster recovery
• Specialises in HIPEC – a heated chemotherapy treatment used during surgery for abdominal cancers
• Completed cytoreductive surgery training for managing advanced abdominal tumours
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Qualification Certificate for proven clinical excellence

Associate Professor Onur Bayraktar is a senior surgical specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has held key academic and clinical roles across several major university hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specialises in general surgery procedures for oncological and systemic conditions
• Held a faculty position as Associate Professor at Istanbul Science University
• Served as Assistant Professor at Acıbadem University Atakent Hospital
• Experienced in managing surgical cases within JCI-accredited hospital environments

Dr Merve Karli is a highly experienced general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, having successfully performed over 1,000 operations.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repair – a minimally invasive technique for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy and colonoscopy for internal diagnostic assessments
• Focuses on breast diseases and benign anorectal conditions such as haemorrhoids and fistulas
• Manages trauma and emergency surgery cases requiring immediate intervention
• Completed specialist training at the prestigious Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

Dr Sertac Demirel is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has held senior leadership roles, including serving as an Assistant Head Physician.

• Specialises in general surgical procedures and patient care
• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, a major JCI-accredited facility
• Formerly served as Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital
• Completed professional compulsory service at Gümüşhane Public Hospital

Dr Prasert Sujiipinyo is a high-volume general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital who has successfully performed over 1,100 hernia treatments.

• Specialises in surgeries of the liver, colon, and gastrointestinal tract
• Expertise in endocrine system procedures and pancreatic cyst management
• Certified in General Surgery by the prestigious Rajavithi Hospital
• Graduated from Chiang Mai University, a leading medical faculty in Thailand
• Provides tailored surgical plans for complex abdominal and haemorrhoid cases

Dr Cagatay Cetinkaya is a thoracic surgery specialist at Memorial Sisli Hospital with a strong background in surgical leadership and hospital management.

• Specialises in surgical treatments for the chest and lungs
• Former Chief Physician leads complex clinical and administrative cases
• Completed residency at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Health Group