Best Crohn's Disease Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Tarik Akar has performed over 900 gastroenterological procedures and leads the endoscopy unit at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in endoscopic management of Crohn's disease to avoid or delay surgery
• Uses ESD techniques – a method to remove damaged bowel tissue through a scope
• Recipient of the Best Verbal Presentation Award at the International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress
• Published 19 international research papers on complex digestive tract disorders
• Expert in bowel duct treatments and managing severe inflammatory conditions

Gastroenterologist

Professor Cemalettin Aydin is a highly specialised surgeon who focuses on gastroenterological procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed a fellowship in gastroenterology surgery – a subspecialty focused on complex digestive system disorders
• Holds a professorship in general surgery – the highest academic rank in medical education
• Trained at Inonu University – a significant centre for surgical research and clinical training
• Specialises in surgical management of the digestive tract and intestinal conditions

Professor Mehmet Guler is a senior general surgeon at Medical Park Antalya with over three decades of medical training. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Aydin University and specialises in surgical management of complex abdominal conditions.

• Completed specialist general surgery residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Attained Associate Professorship through the Interuniversity Council for surgical expertise
• Holds a Master's degree in Health Law from Akdeniz University
• Focussed on surgical interventions for inflammatory bowel conditions and abdominal health

Pichai Kittipanyaworakul, M.D., is an internist. He specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.

Accreditations: Diploma in Internal Medicine, Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. Diploma in Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology), Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.

Associate Professor Mete Akin is a senior gastroenterology specialist who led medical education and clinical research at Akdeniz University.

• Specialises in managing complex inflammatory bowel conditions like Crohn's disease
• Completed a high-level subspecialty in gastroenterology at Süleyman Demirel University
• Held a senior academic role as Associate Professor at a major university hospital
• Expert in internal medicine, providing a holistic approach to chronic illness management
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care plans at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Professor Emek is a senior gastrointestinal specialist based at Medical Park Antalya – a major research and treatment hub in Turkey.

• Holds a Professorship from Akdeniz University – a leading institution for surgical training
• Expert in general surgery with a focus on complex gastrointestinal conditions
• Member of the National Surgical Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Specialises in surgical interventions for severe cases requiring expert bowel management

Professor Samet Yardimci is a dual-qualified specialist in gastroenterology and surgery who focuses on surgical management for inflammatory bowel diseases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for high standards in surgical practice
• Earned the Best Young Researcher Award for his work at the Congress of Transplantation
• Trained in gastroenterology surgery at the prestigious Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hospital
• Member of the Gastroenterology Surgery Association

Associate Professor Bilal Ergul is a leading gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital who has authored 100 academic publications on digestive health.

• Treats complex inflammation using therapeutic endoscopy and minimally invasive techniques
• Specialises in Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) – a scarless surgery for muscle disorders
• Leads clinical research into innovative protocols for managing chronic intestinal conditions
• Focuses on restoring bowel function through evidence-based medication and dietary regimes

Professor Murat Sarikaya is a senior gastroenterologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, specialising in the differential diagnosis of complex inflammatory bowel conditions.

• Published international research on distinguishing Crohn's disease from rare vascular conditions like median arcuate ligament syndrome
• Expert in diagnostic endoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy for precise bowel imaging
• Extensive academic background with clinical training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Highly active in international peer-reviewed journals, contributing to global understanding of gastrointestinal complications
• Fellow of Medipol University with dual specialisation in internal medicine and gastroenterology

Professor Aytug is a senior gastroenterology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with decades of high-level academic and clinical leadership.

• Completed specialist gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Former Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University teaching future specialists
• Expert in managing inflammatory bowel conditions including Crohn's disease
• Published numerous research papers and textbook chapters on gastric health
• Contributor to international gastroenterology congresses on bowel disease management

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a gastroenterology and internal medicine specialist. He trained at Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy, where he completed his specialty and became an Associate Professor. He is a Professor at İstanbul Aydın University. His postgraduate experience includes Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy and İstanbul Aydın University. He also worked at Anadolu Medical Center, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine (USA).

Clinical focus includes gastroenterology, hepato-pancreatology, inflammatory intestinal diseases, and diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures. Professional memberships include the Turkish Gastroenterology Association (TGD), Turkish Endoscopy Society, TÜRK EUS, ESGE, EASL, and AASLD. He has 45 national and international publications.

Associate Professor Ozlem Ozer Chakir leads the gastroenterology department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and was named a 2019 Rising Star in endoscopy.

• Completed a specialized gastroenterology and hepatology fellowship at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Performed over 1,100 complex abdominal and digestive procedures
• Holds international certificates in endoscopic techniques from South Korea and Brazil
• Active member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Assistant Professor Shencan Acar is a highly specialised gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a research focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

• Specialises in managing Crohn's disease and IBD-related anaemia – focusing on iron regulation through (pro)hepcidin studies
• Expert in endoscopic interventions for managing gastrointestinal bleeding and complex digestive tract complications
• Former Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine
• Published over 20 international peer-reviewed articles on internal medicine and rare gastrointestinal cases