Pancreatic cyst Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Halil Alis has performed over 1,100 surgical procedures and leads the general surgery team at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery – focusing on conditions of the liver and pancreas
• Performs laparoscopic procedures – using small incisions for less post-operative pain and faster recovery
• International Active Member of the International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists
• Member of the International School of Surgical Oncology, contributing to research in pancreatic diseases

Professor Mehmet Tahir Oruç is a surgical leader who trained at the University of Pittsburgh's hepatobiliary division – a global hub for complex liver and pancreas care.

• Specialises in hepatobiliary surgery focusing on the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas
• Professor at İstinye University – one of Turkey's leading medical faculties
• Completed laparoscopic gastrointestinal training at the Cuschieri Skills Centre in Scotland
• Member of the Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgeons
• Former Chief of Surgery at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Murat Cakar is a pediatric surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a university lecturer and an expert in pediatric urology and surgery. Dr. Cakar treats complex children's conditions at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

• Specializes in hernia repair, appendectomy, and circumcision for children.
• Performs pediatric tumor resections for nephroblastoma and medulloblastoma cases.
• Member of the Pediatric Surgery Association and the Pediatric Urology Association.
• Certified in newborn resuscitation and pediatric intensive care training.

Professor Alaettin Celik is a triple-specialist surgeon who founded the Paediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He leads complex surgical cases at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in general and paediatric surgery for complex abdominal and cystic conditions
• Trained as a registrar at the Hospital for Sick Children at the University of London
• Author of three major medical textbooks focused on neonatal and paediatric surgical techniques
• Active member of the Council of Children's Tumours for multidisciplinary case reviews

Dr. Kotchakorn Stitstein is a dual-specialist in otolaryngology and facial reconstructive surgery at Intrarat Hospital. She holds a medical degree and ENT certification from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. Dr. Stitstein completed subspecialty training in facial plastic surgery at Chulalongkorn University.

• Performs complex facial reconstructive and plastic procedures.
• Treats ENT conditions as a certified otolaryngologist.
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Bangkok.
• Combines surgical precision with aesthetic facial reconstruction techniques.

Professor Ertan Emek focuses on pancreatic surgery and minimally invasive oncology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, having trained at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in hepatobiliary surgery covering the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas
• Uses minimally invasive oncological surgery – smaller incisions for quicker recovery times
• Expert in complex abdominal procedures including liver and kidney transplantations
• Qualified at the prestigious Istanbul University Department of General Surgery
• Manages both benign and malignant conditions affecting the pancreatic system

Professor Cemaleddin Ertekin is a leading specialist in pancreatico-biliary surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on complex disorders of the pancreas and bile ducts.

• Performs endoscopic diagnostic treatment – uses tiny cameras for precise internal imaging and biopsies
• Professor at Istanbul University – teaches the next generation of general surgeons
• Expert in gastroenterology surgery – manages conditions involving the entire digestive tract
• Specialises in trauma and emergency surgery for critical abdominal cases

Professor Muzaffer Al leading the surgical team at Büyük Anadolu Hospital specialises in laparoscopic techniques for removing complex gastrointestinal growths.

• Trained in oncological cancer surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – keyhole techniques that result in smaller scars and faster healing
• Focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgeries involving the digestive system
• Completed specialised training in metabolic and stomach-related surgical interventions

Associate Professor Avni Can Karaca is a surgical specialist in complex digestive system diseases at Medical Point International Hospital.

• Trained in oncological surgery at the Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori in Milan
• Performed liver and pancreatic resections – precise surgical removal of diseased tissue
• Specialises in bile duct reconstructions to restore digestive flow after surgery
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society and Turkish Surgical Association
• Former founding lecturer at Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine

Profile: Dr. Yosapon Pongthong, M.D.

Specialty: Surgery

Medical License No.: 22220

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Effective Date: September 1, 2026

Hospital: PMG and Mali Hospital

Medical Education: Graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand.

Current Practice: Operates as a surgeon 

Work Experience - Current Position: Medical Director and General Surgeon, Thailand. Key Responsibilities: Leading clinical operations and overall healthcare personnel management; performing general surgical procedures, consulting on and evaluating complex surgeries; overseeing patient care quality assurance, pre-operative preparation, and post-operative follow-up. Key Responsibilities: Providing specialized surgical treatments and interventions to outpatients; diagnosing abdominal and soft tissue conditions requiring emergency or planned surgery; collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Dr. Selin Kapan is a general surgery professor at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She specializes in gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Kapan has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in international medical journals. Her research focuses on perianal fistulas and hepatic hydatid disease.

• Performs bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Expert in hernia repair using laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland tumors and pilonidal disease.
• Is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society.