Best Stomach Resection Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

The doctor graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2000 and completed residency in Internal Medicine at Ankara University by 2004, earning the title of Internist. With a prolific academic career, the doctor has contributed 19 international papers, 6 local papers, and presented at 25 local and international congresses. The doctor received the Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster Awards at the 7th International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress.

Specializing in advanced endoscopic procedures, the doctor focuses on treatments such as POEM for achalasia, ESD for early-stage gastrointestinal cancers, ERCP for bile duct treatment, Z-POEM for Zenker’s Diverticulum, and G-POEM for gastroparesis.

Dr Vahit Mutluu is a senior general surgeon at Memorial Atasehir Hospital, where he focuses on metabolic and oncological stomach procedures.

• Trained at Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine in general surgery
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association for peer-reviewed excellence
• Practices at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul
• Published researcher in surgical recovery and patient outcomes

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University, Istanbul Medicine Faculty in 2007 and completed a specialization in surgery at Sisli Etfal Education and Research Hospital in 2013. Further advancing their expertise, they joined the General Surgery Clinic at Istanbul Okan University in 2020.

With extensive experience in various medical institutions, the doctor has worked at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Siverek State Hospital, and Anadolu Medical Center. They are a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Society of Coloproctology and the Turkish Surgical Society.

The doctor holds numerous certifications, such as the Turkish Surgical Association Qualification Certificate and has completed advanced courses in endoscopy, bariatric surgery, and laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases.

Dr. Vafi Atalay is an experienced oncological and general surgeon with 17 years in the field. He specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver surgeries. He also performs advanced endoscopic procedures. Dr. Atalay has published 31 articles in national and international journals, making valuable contributions to medical literature.

He received the first prize at the 20th Congress Research Paper Competition. He also won the Best Research Award at the 5th Surgeon Research Congress. Dr. Atalay is a member of TSS, the Palestinian Medical Association, and IOA. His active involvement in these organizations shows his dedication to professional growth and surgical excellence.

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.

Professor Samet Yardimci is a triple-certified specialist who ranked first in Turkey's national surgical subspecialty exam. He serves as a leading expert in gastroenterology and metabolic surgery at his private clinic in Istanbul.

• Completed advanced surgical oncology training at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in the United States
• Holds a subspecialty in gastroenterological surgery, focusing exclusively on digestive system disorders
• Performs complex stomach resections using advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques
• Former Associate Professor at Marmara University where he established dedicated surgical units
• Recognised for managing inflammatory bowel disease and metabolic conditions through high-precision surgery

Professor Cemalettin Aydin is a gastrointestinal surgery specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with high-level academic expertise in complex abdominal procedures.

• Holds a specialised fellowship in gastroenterology surgery from the Türkiye High Specialisation Hospital
• Achieved the rank of Professor at İnönü University – an appointment reserved for top surgical educators
• Focuses on surgical oncology and complex digestive tract reconstructions
• Highly trained in general surgery with over two decades of technical experience

Professor Halil Alis is a leading general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who specialises in laparoscopic gastrointestinal system surgery. He is internationally recognised for his work in complex metabolic and bariatric procedures.

• Holds an active membership with the International School of Surgical Oncology
• Specialises in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for stomach and bowel cases
• Fellow of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
• Expert in gastrointestinal endoscopy and hepatobiliary system management
• Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery

Professor Halil Alis is a highly skilled gastrointestinal surgeon who has pioneered the use of the da Vinci robotic system for complex digestive tract procedures since 2010.

• Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for stomach tumours and gastric disorders
• Performs therapeutic endoscopic procedures including EUS and ERCP for precise staging
• Member of the International School of Surgical Oncology and the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
• Published over 70 papers in major international journals on gastrointestinal outcomes
• Former Head of General Surgery at a leading Turkish training and research hospital

Professor Gokhan Yilmaz is an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's leading medical institutions for surgical training.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital
• Completed advanced surgical residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on surgical oncology and metabolic procedures
• Previously served at major training and research hospitals in Sancaktepe and Zonguldak

Associate Professor Soykan Barlas provides high-level surgical care for stomach resection, underpinned by specialist laparoscopic training in Scotland.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic education in Scotland to refine minimally invasive techniques
• Serves as Associate Professor of General Surgery at Demiroğlu Science University
• Extensive academic background with over 20 published research articles in international journals
• Contributor and editor for several major medical surgical textbooks
• Awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health for surgery centre contributions

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim is a leading general surgery specialist at Atlas University Hospital with a deep academic focus on gastrointestinal oncology.

• Published key research on predicting treatment responses in locally advanced gastric cancer
• Serves as Associate Professor at Gaziosmanpasa Taksim Education and Research Hospital
• Expertise in managing complex neoplasms within the digestive system and intestinal tracts
• Extensive background in both surgical intervention and neoadjuvant therapy protocols
• Highly active in international clinical research and surgical workshops

Professor Samet Yardimci is a triple-certified specialist who leads the surgical team at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul.

• Holds a rare fellowship in gastroenterology surgery from Turkiye Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Centre
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques for stomach surgery to reduce recovery times
• Awarded the Best Young Researcher Award at the Congress of Transplantation
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for high clinical standards

Professor Hanifi Onalan is a senior surgical expert at Atlas University Medicine Hospital with a focus on complex gastrointestinal and oncological procedures.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for stomach diseases and colorectal conditions
• Certified in videoendoscopy for precise diagnostic and therapeutic internal interventions
• Performs both open and laparoscopic surgeries for gastric and abdominal conditions
• Highly skilled in endoscopic diagnosis including gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures

Dr Osman Civil is a general surgery specialist at Istanbul Medipol University Hospital with a focus on gastrointestinal oncology.

• Holds a fellowship from the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Member of the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society specialising in digestive tract disorders
• Affiliated with the Turkish Surgical Association for peer-reviewed surgical standards
• Trained at the Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in advanced general surgery

The doctor graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in 1980 and earned the title of Internist from Çukurova University in 1985. Completing a Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University in 1997, the doctor became an Associate Professor at Fırat University in 1989 and a Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University in 1998. With extensive participation in local and international congresses, the doctor has authored numerous papers, articles, and book chapters in both native and foreign languages. The doctor has worked at various institutions, including Private Camlica Medicana Hospital and Memorial Service Hospital.

ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012

Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018

Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

Impact Factor: 8.1577

Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

• Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
  City: Malatya
  Position: Assistant Chief Physician
  Period: 2021 - 2024

Dr Cengiz Dibekoglu performed Turkey's first-ever general surgery operation using the Da Vinci robotic system and now leads advanced surgical care at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in robotic and advanced laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery.
• Former Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University.
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.
• Completed specialist medical training in English at Marmara University.
• Recognised expert in minimally invasive techniques for complex stomach and abdominal procedures.

Assoc. Prof. Cevper Ersöz, M.D.

Urology
 

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Urological Cancers (Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery)
• Stone Diseases (PCNL, URS)
• Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (HoLEP, TuLEP, Rezum®)
• Minimally Invasive Prostate Treatments (TUR-P, Robotic)
• Kidney, Bladder, Testis Diseases
• Sexual Dysfunction & Infertility
• Urological Infections

Education and Career

• M.D. (Doctor of Medicine): Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2006)
• Residency in Urology (Specialist Training): Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2012)
• Associate Professorship in Urology: Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2015)

Certificates

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU)
• Observership in Urologic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA (2011)
• Advanced Training in Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

• Turkish Urology Association
• Turkish Pediatric Urology Association
• Turkish Endourology Society
• European Association of Urology (EAU)
• European Society of Endourology

Publications

• Author of 130+ national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Research focus: Endourology, urologic oncology, andrology, and minimally invasive surgery.
• Contributions include book chapters and numerous conference presentations.

Awards Received

• Male Sexual Health – Alpay Kelami Award (2009): Recognized for innovative andrology research.
• 22nd National Urology Congress Recognition (2012): Acknowledged for surgical technique studies.

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.