Liver hemangioma Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Murat Cakar is a surgical specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who leads cases in abdominal and colorectal surgery for younger patients.

• Specialises in paediatric surgery with a focus on abdominal and colorectal procedures
• Expertise in enteral and parenteral nutrition for managing patient recovery
• Recognised university lecturer at Karabuk University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Paediatric Surgery Association and Paediatric Urology Association
• Trained in newborn resuscitation and basic intensive care for fragile cases

Associate Professor Pelin Basim treats liver hemangiomas as part of her general surgery practice at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Trained at Taksim Training and Research Hospital in general surgery
• Associate Professor of medicine at a leading Turkish university hospital
• Manages benign liver tumours using surgical and observational approaches
• Practised in state traumatology and emergency surgical departments

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on liver and bile duct surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specialising in complex hepatobiliary cases.

• Trained at Istanbul University Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious medical schools
• Expertise in minimally invasive oncological surgery for faster recovery and smaller incisions
• Experienced in both living and deceased donor liver transplantation procedures
• Treats conditions across the liver, pancreatic, and bile duct systems

Dr Cengiz Dibekoglu is a pioneer in surgical technology who performed Turkey's first general surgery procedure using the da Vinci robotic system.

• Specialises in hepatobiliary surgery involving the liver, gall bladder and bile ducts
• Uses robotic-assisted surgery for high precision and smaller incisions in complex abdominal cases
• Performs advanced laparoscopic surgery which typically results in less pain and quicker recovery
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine

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.

Professor Turgut Camkiran is a specialist general surgeon at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals with high-level expertise in laparoscopic techniques. He focuses on abdominal procedures using minimally invasive methods to treat liver conditions.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Active member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association and the National Association of Surgery
• Experienced in managing both routine and complex surgical cases within public and private hospitals

Prof. Selin Kapan has been a Professor of General Surgery since 2017. She is currently with Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery (2022–present). She previously worked at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital as a Specialist and Associate Professor. She also served as Educational and Administrative Supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital. In addition, she was Medical Coordinator and General Surgeon at Istanbul Surgery Hospital.

She has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Her research covers hernia repair, perianal fistula, pilonidal disease, hepatic hydatid disease, laparoscopic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. Her work has been published in journals such as Digestive Surgery, Hernia, Techniques in Coloproctology, and the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. She is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, the Hernia Society, the Turkish HPB Surgery Association, the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association, and the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association.

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.

Professor Alaettin Celik is a triple-specialised surgeon who founded the Paediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in general surgery, paediatric surgery, and paediatric urology for complex cases
• Trained as a registrar at the University of London's Hospital for Sick Children
• Author of three major textbooks on newborn and paediatric surgical techniques
• Active member of the Council of Children's Tumours at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published extensive research on clinical outcomes in paediatric and general surgery

Professor Muzaffer Al treats liver conditions using laparoscopic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on techniques that reduce recovery time and scarring.

• Completed laparoscopic training at the prestigious Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in abdominal surgery using minimally invasive methods for faster healing
• Trained in surgical oncology – managing benign and malignant growths within internal organs
• Expert in laparoscopic antireflux and cancer surgery, ensuring high precision during procedures

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong, MD, is a specialist in Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Plastic Surgery. He has more than 25 years of medical experience.

He provides patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on safety and professional standards. His work centers on general and plastic surgery. His goal is to achieve consistent, long-lasting surgical outcomes.