Incisional hernia Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Ertekin is a senior surgical expert at Biruni University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex abdominal wall repairs and gastroenterology surgery.

• Holds a professorship at Istanbul University, one of the region's most prestigious medical faculties
• Specialises in endoscopic diagnostic treatments and pancreatic-biliary surgery
• Won the National Scientific Patent Award for his surgical innovation
• Awarded first prize by the Istanbul Surgical Association for his video-based surgical techniques
• Active member of the National Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery

Dr Irfan Karalar is a senior general surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a career defined by leadership in surgical care.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical schools
• Former Chief Physician – led surgical teams and managed clinical standards at Private Balkan Hospital
• Specialises in general surgical procedures including complex hernia repairs and abdominal wall reconstruction
• Practises at a major university hospital equipped for detailed post-operative monitoring

Dr. Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a general surgery specialist at Can Hospitals Turkey in Izmir. He specializes in metabolic and obesity surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy. Dr. Ciftdogan earned his medical degree from Ege University. He completed surgical training at Celal Bayar University. He has practiced general surgery since 2002 at both public and private institutions.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures for gallbladder issues and hernia repair.
• Treats colon cancer, rectal tumors, and intestinal diseases.
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Izmir Medical Chamber.
• Works at Can Hospitals, a center seeing over 300,000 patients every year.

Dr. Murat Kilic is a pediatric surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He treats childhood appendicitis, hernias, and congenital conditions like anal atresia. Dr. Kilic publishes research on childhood urinary tract infections and hemangioma treatments. He works at a university-affiliated center that treats 350,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in pediatric abdominal surgery and hernia repair.
• Performs neonatal procedures, supported by 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.
• Practices at a clinic holding the Turkish Healthcare Quality Standards Certificate.
• Researches ultrasound diagnosis techniques for appendicitis in children.

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading specialist in hernia repair, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He holds a prestigious certificate from the European Hernia Society for his laboratory-based training in sophisticated repair techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic preperitoneal repair for incisional hernias to ensure less post-operative pain
• Researches ultrasound sensitivity to improve the accuracy of hernia diagnosis and characterisation
• Served as Chief Physician with extensive experience in leading complex general surgery departments
• Authored multiple textbooks on hernia surgery and minimal invasive surgical techniques