Anal atresia Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Selin Kapan is a general surgery professor at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She specializes in gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Kapan has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in international medical journals. Her research focuses on perianal fistulas and hepatic hydatid disease.

• Performs bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Expert in hernia repair using laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland tumors and pilonidal disease.
• Is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society.

Professor Mehmet Tahir Oruç is a senior surgical lead at Medical Park Antalya with specialized training in gastrointestinal surgery from world-leading centres in Scotland and the USA.

• Completed specialist training in laparoscopic lower gastrointestinal surgery at the Cuschieri Skills Centre in Scotland
• Held several Chief of Clinic positions across major Turkish research and training hospitals
• Trained in hepatobiliary surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the United States
• Professor at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong is a specialist in plastic and general surgery at Somchai Clinic in Bangkok. He has treated over 25 years of medical cases with a focus on surgical safety. He performs a wide range of aesthetic procedures, including facial rejuvenation and body contouring. Dr. Lakkhanawong also holds expertise in family medicine to support overall patient health.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, deep plane facelifts, and breast augmentation surgeries.
• Performs complex body contouring like tummy tucks and 360 liposuction.
• Treats various surgical conditions, including hernias and salivary gland tumors.
• Works at Somchai Clinic, which serves 10,000 patients annually in Thailand.

Professor Tekelioglu has served as a senior general surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital for over two decades.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of the region's leading medical research institutions
• Focuses on general surgery procedures including complex gastrointestinal and anorectal repairs
• Coordinates surgical care within the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital network
• Specialises in thyroid and abdominal surgery involving delicate tissue management

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a specialist surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler who provides surgical intervention for complex colorectal and gastrointestinal conditions.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Specialises in colorectal procedures to restore bowel function and pathing
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a premier training institution
• Expert in metabolic surgery and endocrine surgical techniques
• Fellow of the Turkish Surgical Society focusing on gastrointestinal reconstruction

Assistant Professor Gokhan Yilmaz is a senior surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in complex gastrointestinal repairs.

• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Holds a Doctorate in General Surgery from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on surgical interventions for congenital and structural colorectal conditions
• Specialises in reconstructive procedures to restore bowel function and improve long-term movement control
• Appointed as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University to train other surgical specialists

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Kanit Wittayavanichai is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at MAXi Cosmetic Surgery in Bangkok. He is a medical professor at Thammasat University with over 25 years of practice. Dr. Wittayavanichai is well known globally for facial rejuvenation and gender affirmation procedures. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 5,000 patients annually.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
• Specializes in male-to-female sex reassignment surgery and facial feminization.
• Expert in complex surgeries including facelifts, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation.

Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış is a professor of urological surgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the Secretary General of the Endourology Society. Dr. Atış trained in robotic urology at the Heidelberg University Heilbronn Clinic. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and urological oncology.

• Published over 100 articles in international and peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Treats complex conditions including pediatric urolithiasis, urethral strictures, and Peyronie's disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acıbadem, which utilizes the da Vinci robotic system.

Associate Professor Osman Civil is a general surgery specialist at Medipol University Hospital with a deep focus on colorectal and gastrointestinal health.

• Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Specialises in surgical management of the lower digestive tract and pelvic floor
• Member of the Turkish Ostomy Surgery Society – expert in stoma care and bowel redirection
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital, a major surgical education centre
• Associated with the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society for specialist digestive care

The doctor has extensive experience in general surgery, having worked at Taksim Training and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic from 2001 to 2006. This was followed by roles at Nigde State Hospital, Selimpaşa Emergency and Traumatology Hospital, and Basaksehir State Hospital, where the doctor honed skills in emergency medicine and traumatology. The doctor's career reflects a strong focus on surgical procedures and emergency medical care.

Dr. Emir Nekay is a general and gastrointestinal surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in surgical oncology, breast surgery, and colorectal procedures. Dr. Nekay completed his medical training and surgical residency at Istanbul University. He treats complex conditions such as pancreatic cysts, inguinal hernias, and hemorrhoids.

• Member of the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association and Turkish Surgical Association.
• Performs specialized procedures including cholecystectomy, nephrectomy, and distal pancreatectomy.
• Treats patients at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.
• Active member of the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association.