Pancreatic Cyst Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Education

Medical Doctor Education: Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, 2008, Istanbul/Turkey
General Surgery Residency: Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, 2018, Istanbul/Turkey

Experience

Tokat Erba State Hospital, 2008-2012, Tokat/Turkey
Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, 2012-2018, Istanbul/Turkey
Ağrı Doğubeyazıt State Hospital, 2018-2020, Ağrı/Turkey

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Medical Association
Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
Turkish Surgical Association

The doctor is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Specializes in complex coronary interventions and has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. Graduated from a top medical school and completed a fellowship in cardiology at a renowned institution. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious cardiology societies and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Recognized for contributions to advancing cardiac care and implementing innovative treatment protocols.

Professor Halil Erbis leads complex hepatobiliary cases at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on high-stakes pancreatic and liver surgeries.

• Completed a surgical clinical fellowship at the prestigious Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Specialises in oncological surgery for managing benign and malignant pancreatic growths
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Senior member of the Turkey Organ Transplant Organisations Coordination Association
• Treats bile duct and gallbladder diseases alongside pancreatic conditions

Professor Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a highly skilled surgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey with extensive training from Ege University and Celal Bayar University.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Expert in managing liver and abdominal cystic diseases through minimally invasive techniques
• Performs diagnostic endoscopy and colonoscopy for accurate assessment of internal growths
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Aegean Region Surgical Association

Professor Ertekin is a senior specialist in pancreatico-biliary surgery at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on some of the most complex digestive system cases.

• Specialises in pancreatico-biliary surgery, treating issues involving the pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts
• Uses endoscopic diagnosis and treatment to manage internal conditions without invasive open surgery
• Former Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Winner of the National Scientific Patent Award and first prize for surgical video excellence
• Active member of the National Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery

Professor Ertan Emek specialises in complex hepatopancreatobiliary surgery at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on tumours and cysts of the pancreas.

• Expertise in surgical management for pancreatic cysts and organ transplantation
• Member of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in general surgery
• Previous experience at major Turkish transplant centres like Yeditepe University
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)

Dr Ufuk Onsal is a general surgery specialist at Izmir Can Hospital who focuses on minimally invasive abdominal procedures.

• Trained in ERCP – a technique using an endoscope and X-rays to examine and treat bile and pancreatic ducts
• Specialises in laparoscopic abdominal wall repairs, which use small incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Completed clinical anatomy training for abdominal surgery at Ankara University
• Participated in the International Turkish Colorectal Surgery Congress to stay current with surgical outcomes

Associate Professor Vahit Onur Gul is a surgical specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital with international training in robotic and microsurgery.

• Received surgical training in the USA to perform robotic-assisted procedures
• Completed microsurgery training in Switzerland for high-precision surgical work
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques – uses smaller incisions for faster patient recovery
• Recognised as a General Surgery Associate Professor for his clinical contributions
• Presents research on oncologic surgery at international medical conferences

The doctor holds an MD in Radiation Oncology and serves as a consultant. Specializing in advanced cancer treatment techniques, the doctor offers services including Tomotherapy-H, Linear Accelerator, and Brachytherapy. These modalities are utilized to deliver precise radiation therapy, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues and enhancing treatment efficacy.

The doctor is a Professor of Medicine specializing in General Surgery with extensive experience in surgical oncology, gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic surgery, obesity surgery, hernia surgery, and proctology.

Graduating from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed a residency in General Surgery at Uludağ University School of Medicine.

Further expertise was gained through a Ph.D. in Physiology and a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's Department of Colorectal Surgery.

Currently, the doctor serves as a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Bursa Hospital, with a career spanning roles at Uludağ University and KTO Karatay University.

Professor Ali Kagan Gokakin is a senior general surgeon at Medicana International Ankara Hospital with high-level expertise in complex digestive tract procedures.

• Performs the Whipple procedure – a sophisticated surgery used to remove cysts or tumours from the head of the pancreas
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster healing and less post-operative pain
• Completed a fellowship at the Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Centre
• Manages chronic pancreatitis and related complications within the biliary system
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and Ankara Ataturk Training Hospital

The doctor is a leading general and oncological surgeon in Turkey with over 28 years of experience. Specializing in colorectal surgery, endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries, as well as thyroid and breast diseases, the doctor has made significant contributions to the field.

Graduated with an MD from Ankara University, the doctor completed a specialization in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery and a residency at Ankara University Medical General Surgery Clinic. The doctor has held positions such as chief assistant and adjunct professor at Ankara University, and senior surgeon at various hospitals.

The doctor has also practiced colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital, University of Minnesota, and Mayo Clinic, and published numerous articles on colon cancer.

The doctor specializes in managing diseases of the colon, rectum, and stomach, with proficiency in endoscopic diagnostic and treatment procedures. The surgical practice includes a broad range of procedures beyond obesity and metabolic surgery, providing comprehensive care for patients.

Accredited with a national board with outstanding degrees in 2005 and 2016, the doctor is a member of the Turkish Surgery Association, Colorectal Surgery Association, and Minimally Invasive Surgery Association. The doctor completed an M.D. and residency in General Surgery at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Kayseri, Turkey.