Pancreatitis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Samet Yardimci is a dual-qualified specialist in both general and gastroenterology surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association, specialising in liver and pancreas conditions
• Uses laparoscopic surgery techniques – minimally invasive methods that mean smaller scars and faster hospital discharge
• Recognised with the Best Young Researcher Award for his work at the Congress of Transplantation
• Completed an international observership at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Texas to refine surgical protocols
• Holds a Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for high surgical standards

Dr. Bilal Ergul is a gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is known for performing Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery. This procedure treats complex swallowing disorders without external incisions. Dr. Ergul has authored around 100 academic publications on various gastrointestinal topics.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for GERD and gastric polyps removal.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs esophagectomy and small intestine resections for complex cases.
• Works at an ISO-certified university hospital that treats 20,000+ patients annually.

Professor Murat Sarikaya is a gastroenterology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who is widely recognised for his research into severe pancreatitis cases.

• Specialises in managing acute pancreatitis triggered by hypertriglyceridemia and complex metabolic factors
• Focuses on endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for diagnosing bile and pancreatic duct issues
• Published extensive peer-reviewed research on gastrointestinal obstructions and inflammatory conditions
• Former specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical centre

A specialist gastroenterologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, Dr Salih Boğa has performed over 900 procedures for gastrointestinal health conditions.

• Specialises in managing complex inflammatory conditions of the digestive system
• Focuses on precision diagnostics for acute and chronic biliary-related issues
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for rigorous safety standards
• Uses minimally invasive endoscopic techniques to assess and treat digestive tract disorders

Dr. Omer Necip Aytug is a gastrointestinal surgeon and gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He has attained the rank of Professor and specializes in complex digestive tract procedures. Dr. Aytug treats conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 500,000 patients every year.

• Performs stomach, gallbladder, and small intestine resections.
• Expert in laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and duodenal polyp removal.
• Authored numerous papers and book chapters on gastroenterology.
• Conducts advanced diagnostics including capsule endoscopy and colonoscopy with biopsy.

Dr. Zulfikar Polat is a professor of gastroenterology at Istanbul Aydın University. He previously practiced at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Polat focuses on hepato-pancreatology and inflammatory intestinal diseases. He serves as an expert in both diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures.

• Member of prestigious international societies including AASLD, EASL, and ESGE.
• Authored 45 national and international medical publications.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including gastric polypectomy and duodenal polyp removal.

Professor Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a highly regarded gastroenterologist who holds an international certificate in endoscopy from the Bundang CHA Hospital in Seoul.

• Specialises in ERCP, a procedure used to treat bile and pancreatic duct blockages without open surgery
• Recognised as a 2019 Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium
• Member of the specialized ERCP Study Group at the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology
• Fellowship trained in hepatology, focusing on liver and pancreatic health

Professor Benal Buyukgebiz is a leading specialist in paediatric gastroenterology who previously served as the Chair of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University School of Medicine.

• Specialises in paediatric digestive health including complex inflammation of the pancreas
• Completed sub-specialty training in paediatric gastroenterology at Dokuz Eylul University
• Investigates nutritional impacts on digestive recovery and recurrent gastrointestinal issues
• Former Pediatrics Instructor at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Published research on bacterial interactions and paediatric nutritional deficiencies

Assistant Professor Shencan Acar is a gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles on digestive health.

• Specialises in endoscopic procedures for managing internal bleeding and organ diagnostics
• Former Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing complex digestive issues and liver-related complications
• Completed specialised gastroenterology training at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on diagnosing difficult gastrointestinal cases using modern imaging techniques