Gastritis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Omer Burcak Binicier is a highly skilled gastroenterologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with dual specialisations in internal medicine and digestive health.

• Specialises in managing Helicobacter pylori infections and gastric ulcers using precise diagnostic tools
• Expert in endoscopic procedures including mucosal resection to treat abnormalities in the stomach lining
• Completed a fellowship in South Korea at the Korea University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained other specialists while serving at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on intestinal metaplasia to prevent progression to more serious conditions

Associate Professor Ferit Çelik is a gastroenterology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on internal medicine and digestive tract disorders.

• Specialises in endoscopic mucosal resection – a technique that removes abnormal tissue using a thin tube
• Uses endoscopy to examine the stomach lining and provide accurate diagnosis for chronic inflammation
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association ERCP working group
• Academic leader at Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes managing complex liver and digestive system diseases

Dr Seymur Aslanov is a dual-trained gastroenterology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on internal medicine and digestive health.

• Specialises in treating gastritis and stomach ulcers using targeted endoscopy
• Completed hit sub-specialisation at Ege University Hospital in gastroenterology
• Expert in argon plasma coagulation for treating stomach lining issues
• Manages inflammatory bowel conditions and nutrient deficiencies caused by digestive upset
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

Dr. Ha Heonyoung is the Director of Naeun Hospital. He is a preventive medicine specialist with 39 years of clinical experience.

Education: MD, Hanyang University College of Medicine. Master’s and Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine, Hanyang University Graduate School.

Clinical focus: Hair Loss & Obesity Clinic for hair loss prevention, weight management, liposuction, and fat grafting. Anti-Aging & Wellness Clinic for chelation therapy and anti-aging programs. Advanced biotherapy using stromal vascular fraction (SVF) for hair loss treatment and immune system enhancement.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Professor Hamdi Levent Doganay is a specialist gastroenterologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who previously served as a Clinic Chief for over five years.

• Specialises in internal digestive disorders and manages chronic inflammatory conditions
• Completed clinical gastrointestinal rotations at major hospitals in Manchester and Edinburgh
• Board Member of the Turkish Liver Research Association and editor for several medical journals
• Recognised with the Gilead Fellowship Award for research into digestive tissue damage
• Member of the European Association for the Study of Liver

Professor Muzaffer Al treats complex digestive issues at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in laparoscopic surgery for stomach and oesophageal conditions.

• Trained in laparoscopic antireflux surgery at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses keyhole techniques for faster recovery and smaller surgical scars
• Specialises in oncological surgery for managing serious gastric complications
• Completed metabolic and laparoscopic bariatric surgery training at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive organ-preserving procedures for persistent gastric disorders

Professor Yasar Tuna is a leading specialist at Medical Park Antalya, having completed his doctoral studies in gastroenterology at the prestigious Akdeniz University.

• Specialises in internal medicine and digestive tract disorders
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University Department of Internal Medicine
• Practises within a high-volume organ transplant and gastroenterology centre
• Expertise includes diagnosing chronic stomach lining inflammation and associated complications
• Completed medical training in English at Hacettepe University

Dr. Yahya Ozel is a general surgeon at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 12,000 procedures during his career. Dr. Ozel specializes in bariatric, metabolic, and oncological surgery. He completed training at Tokyo University Hospital in Japan. This training focused on complex liver and pancreatic surgery.

• Performed over 5,000 bariatric and 2,500 metabolic surgeries.
• Placed more than 4,000 gastric balloons for weight loss.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, including stomach, colon, and liver cancer.
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate.

Dr Samir Safarov is an internal medicine specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital who focuses on managing chronic stomach and intestinal diseases.

• Completed specialist medical training at the Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Attended the Gastro Academy to stay updated on modern gastric treatment protocols
• Participates in the Internal Medicine Congress for evidence-based disease management
• Treats gastritis alongside related conditions like diabetes and hypertension

Dr. Kim Taegyun is a gastroenterologist. He focuses on pancreatobiliary diseases and cancers, including pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and cancer, cholecystitis, gallstones (cholelithiasis), and biliary tract cancer. He also performs advanced endoscopy, including ERCP. He treats gastrointestinal tumors, stomach and colon polyps, stomach cancer, and submucosal tumors (SMT).

Education and training: MD, Jeonbuk National University College of Medicine. MS in Medicine, University of Ulsan. Internship, Jeonbuk National University Hospital. Residency in Internal Medicine, Veterans Health Service Medical Center. Fellowships in Gastroenterology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital and Asan Medical Center.

Career: Attending physician and specialist at Gwangju Veterans Hospital and the Veterans Health Service Medical Center.

Dr. Pak Seongjin is a gastroenterologist. He focuses on endoscopy and advanced procedures such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and ESD. He also treats digestive and liver diseases, including cirrhosis, pancreatitis, hepatitis, and Helicobacter pylori infection.

He earned his M.D. and M.S. in Internal Medicine from Chung-Ang University. He completed his internal medicine residency and a gastroenterology fellowship at Chung-Ang University Hospital.

He is a clinical professor at Gachon University College of Medicine and Inha University College of Medicine. He is a full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the Korean Gastroenterology Association, and the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association.

Dr. Song Hwayeong is a gastroenterologist. Areas of focus include gastrointestinal cancers (stomach and esophageal) and advanced endoscopy (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ESD, and polypectomy). Dr. Song also treats digestive and liver diseases, including GERD, gastritis, hepatitis, H. pylori infection, and liver disease.

Dr. Song completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital. Dr. Song has served as Clinical Professor at Inje, Gachon, and Inha University Colleges of Medicine. Dr. Song is Director of the Gastroenterology Center at Naeun Hospital.

Accreditations: full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Korean Gastroenterology Association. Doping Committee Member, WKBL.

Selected papers: cryptogenic hepatocellular carcinoma; primary biliary cirrhosis with overlap syndromes; therapy for lamivudine-resistant chronic hepatitis B; and clevudine in HBV-related cirrhosis.

The doctor is a highly specialized surgeon with extensive expertise in oncological and metabolic procedures. The clinical focus encompasses a wide range of cancer surgeries, including complex interventions for pancreatic, bile duct, gastric, colon, and thyroid malignancies, as well as specialized breast surgery.

In addition to oncology, the doctor is proficient in bariatric and metabolic surgery, providing advanced surgical solutions for obesity and diabetes management. The practice is dedicated to delivering comprehensive surgical care, utilizing evidence-based techniques to address both malignant conditions and metabolic health disorders.

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.