Surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 23

The doctor is a highly experienced general surgery specialist with extensive clinical expertise in obesity and metabolic surgery, including stomach botox and gastric balloon applications. The doctor's professional background encompasses a wide range of surgical disciplines, with a focus on thyroid diseases, gallbladder and liver conditions, oncological surgery, breast diseases, and the treatment of anal region disorders.

With a medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and specialized training in general surgery from Mayıs University, the doctor has served in various state and private medical institutions. This clinical experience includes managing emergency services and providing specialized surgical care across multiple hospital settings.

Urologist, specialist in oncourology and endoscopy

20 years

• Completed advanced training in laparoscopy in Strasbourg.
• He completed an internship in oncology and uro-oncology at the San Rafael Clinic in Italy and the Heilbronn Clinic in Germany.
• Proficient in the technique of percutaneous nephrolithotomy with preoperative 3D tomographic measurements.
• Treats bladder outlet obstruction and intravesical prostatic protrusion (IPP).

Surgeon, oncologist, specialist in the field of digestive system surgery and breast oncology.

25 years old

• Worked in clinics in the USA and Great Britain.
• Board Certified in Gastrointestinal Surgery by Johns Hopkins Institute, USA
• Certified as a specialist in laparoscopic surgery by the Port de Choisy Medical Center, France.
• Director of the American College of Surgeons for students from Turkey.

Professor Abut Kebudi is a specialist in oncological surgery at Istanbul Okan University Hospital. He holds a European Board of Surgery certificate and the European-Asian Breast Society membership.

• Trained in laparoscopic and oncological surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles
• Certified in oncoplastic breast surgery by the European Breast Cancer Centre in Germany
• Uses breast-saving techniques – combines tumour removal with plastic surgery for better cosmetic results
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and author of 250 scientific papers

Professor Ertekin is a senior surgical leader at Istanbul University who has held the rank of Professor since 1999. He specialises in intricate abdominal and gastroenterology procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• Awarded the National Scientific Patent Award for his innovations in surgical techniques
• Focuses on pancreatico-biliary surgery – treating the pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts
• Uses endoscopic methods for diagnosis and treatment to avoid major open surgery
• International member of ESTES (European Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery)

Dr Cuneyt Ciftdogan is a prominent general surgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey who specialises in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures for complex gastrointestinal and abdominal conditions.

• Performs laparoscopic gastrectomy and gallbladder surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Expert in both laparoscopic and open hernia repairs, tailoring the approach to each specific case
• Maintains a special interest in metabolic and obesity surgery, including gastric Botox and reflux procedures
• Fellowship-trained at Celal Bayar University and a member of the Turkish Surgical Association

Dr Ufuk Onsal is a general surgery specialist at Izmir Private Can Hospital, focusing on minimally invasive laparoscopic and laser-based procedures.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia and abdominal wall repairs for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Uses advanced laser techniques for the treatment of haemorrhoids and keloid scars
• Trained in diagnostic endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP for complex pancreatic and biliary cases
• Completed specialised training in laparoscopic abdominal surgery at Dokuz Eylul University

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – a specialised field involving the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder – at Biruni University Hospital.

• Maintains a focus on complex organ transplantation and abdominal procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Formerly served in the organ transplant units of multiple university hospitals
• Expertise includes managing tumours and cysts within the hepatobiliary system

Associate Professor Selman Emiroglu is a senior surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who specializes in oncoplastic surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.

• Performs nipple-sparing and breast-conserving surgery to preserve natural appearance during cancer treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of the most prestigious medical schools in Turkey
• Specializes in oncological surgery for complex tumoral removals
• Experienced in laparoscopic hernia repairs and kidney removals

Dr. Mehmet Alper Ozturk is a general surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic and weight loss surgery. He treats obesity and Type 2 diabetes with precise surgical techniques. Dr. Ozturk earned his medical degree and residency at Istanbul University.

• Performs gastric sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass procedures.
• Expert in complex surgeries like SADI-S and transit bipartition.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Turkey.
• Treats metabolic conditions including surgical management of diabetes.