Liver hemangioma Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a highly skilled surgeon at Can Hospitals Izmir who specialises in laparoscopic and open procedures for liver cystic diseases.

• Performs laparoscopic liver surgery – uses small incisions for less scarring and quicker recovery times
• Trained at Ege University and Celal Bayar University – two of Turkey's leading medical institutions
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Aegean Region Surgical Association
• Expert in diagnostic endoscopy to accurately monitor and assess internal tissue before treatment

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a senior general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, specialising in laparoscopic and hepatobiliary procedures.

• Expert in managing complex liver conditions, including primary tumours and cystic hydatid disease
• Utilises laparoscopy – a keyhole approach that involves smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster return to daily life
• Trained in robotic colorectal surgery at Stony Brook University in New York
• Serves as an editor for several medical textbooks focused on oncological and minimal invasive surgery

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.

Professor Ersin Ozturk is a senior surgical oncologist at Medicana Bursa Hospital who holds a PhD in physiology – giving him a deep understanding of liver function during complex procedures.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, one of the world's top-rated hospitals
• Expert in surgical oncology focusing on benign and malignant growths in the gastrointestinal system
• Member of the surgical faculty at Uludag University, training the next generation of specialists

Professor Ali Kagan Gokakin provides senior expertise in hepatobiliary surgery at Medicana International Ankara Hospital, focusing on complex liver and gallbladder cases.

• Performed specialised training at the Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Centre
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery times
• Expert in the Whipple procedure for managing intricate digestive and hepatobiliary conditions
• Former Associate Professor who trained surgical teams in liver transplant techniques
• Treats diverse gastrointestinal disorders including chronic pancreatitis and gallbladder disease

Dr. Adil Baykan is a general and oncological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He is a senior professor on the faculty of medicine at Ankara University. Dr. Baykan specializes in colorectal surgery and laparoscopic techniques for cancer treatment. He completed surgical training at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota.

• Completed a specialist fellowship in colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital in London.
• Treats colon cancer, thyroid diseases, and breast conditions like fibrocystic disease.
• Performs complex procedures including colectomy, esophagectomy, and stomach resection.
• Published numerous articles on colon cancer in international medical journals.

Dr. Vahit Onur Gul is an expert general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, stomach, and rectal cancers. Dr. Gul completed robotic surgery training in the USA and microsurgery training in Switzerland. He holds the rank of Associate Professor of General Surgery.

• Performs minimally invasive procedures for obesity, breast, and thyroid conditions.
• Treats complex oncologic cases alongside hernia repairs and anal region diseases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system.
• Utilizes skills gained from international courses in Switzerland and the USA.

Professor Murat Kilic is a leading paediatric surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who specialises in managing complex vascular growths in children.

• Published research on treating infantile hemangioma using propranolol therapies
• Specialises in paediatric surgery, focusing on non-cancerous liver growths in young patients
• Trained at Erciyes University and Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in treating recurrent infections and congenital conditions using minimally invasive methods

Associate Professor Osman Civil is a key surgical specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary procedures.

• Member of the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society
• Specialises in surgical interventions for complex digestive system conditions
• Completed advanced training at Istanbul Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Contributes to clinical research through the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society