Gastritis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Choosing a gastric balloon can be a life-changing step toward healthier, more confident you. This minimally invasive procedure offers a safe, reversible way to jump-start weight loss by reducing appetite and helping you to feel full with smaller portions — perfect if you’ve struggled with diets alone. Many patients notice visible results within weeks when the balloon is combined with a tailored diet plan and regular follow-up care from experienced medical staff. Beyond shedding kilos, patients report improved energy, better sleep, and greater motivation to adopt lasting healthy habits. Our multidisciplinary team provides clear guidance, nutritional coaching, and emotional support so you’re never doing this alone. If you want a realistic, medically supervised option that empowers you to make sustainable changes and regain control over your health, the gastric balloon is a proven, patient-friendly choice worth discussing with your doctor.

Dr. Kallayanee Porngometkul is a gastroenterologist and Head of the Obesity Center at Yanhee International Hospital. She treats gastrointestinal and liver diseases. She has experience in endoscopic weight-loss therapy, including stomach balloon placement. She is also a speaker on obesity.

Education: MD, Srinakharinwirot University (2003). Internal Medicine training (2009). Subspecialty in Gastrointestinal Medicine (2014).

Credentials: Gastroenterological Association of Thailand; Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Association of Thailand; Liver Disease Association of Thailand; Medical Council of Thailand; Royal College of Physicians of Thailand.

Dr Seymur Aslanov is a dual-trained gastroenterology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on internal medicine and digestive health.

• Specialises in treating gastritis and stomach ulcers using targeted endoscopy
• Completed hit sub-specialisation at Ege University Hospital in gastroenterology
• Expert in argon plasma coagulation for treating stomach lining issues
• Manages inflammatory bowel conditions and nutrient deficiencies caused by digestive upset
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

Associate Professor Omer Burcak Binicier is a highly skilled gastroenterologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with dual specialisations in internal medicine and digestive health.

• Specialises in managing Helicobacter pylori infections and gastric ulcers using precise diagnostic tools
• Expert in endoscopic procedures including mucosal resection to treat abnormalities in the stomach lining
• Completed a fellowship in South Korea at the Korea University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained other specialists while serving at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on intestinal metaplasia to prevent progression to more serious conditions

Associate Professor Ferit Çelik is a gastroenterology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on internal medicine and digestive tract disorders.

• Specialises in endoscopic mucosal resection – a technique that removes abnormal tissue using a thin tube
• Uses endoscopy to examine the stomach lining and provide accurate diagnosis for chronic inflammation
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association ERCP working group
• Academic leader at Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes managing complex liver and digestive system diseases

Professor Muzaffer Al treats complex digestive issues at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in laparoscopic surgery for stomach and oesophageal conditions.

• Trained in laparoscopic antireflux surgery at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses keyhole techniques for faster recovery and smaller surgical scars
• Specialises in oncological surgery for managing serious gastric complications
• Completed metabolic and laparoscopic bariatric surgery training at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive organ-preserving procedures for persistent gastric disorders

Dr. Cheon Won Seok is the Director of the Department of Gastroenterology at Naeun Hospital. His expertise includes gastrointestinal diseases; upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy; polypectomy; ESD (Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection); small-bowel capsule endoscopy; digestive disorders; gastric and esophageal cancer; Helicobacter pylori infection; liver diseases; and inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

He graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine. He completed his internship at Kyung Hee Medical Center and his internal medicine residency at Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital. He later served as a Clinical Instructor in Gastroenterology at Chung-Ang University Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine and a life member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He is also a board-certified subspecialist in gastrointestinal endoscopy and serves as a medical advisor to KBS, MBC, SBS, JTBC, and MBN.

Professor Yasar Tuna is a leading specialist at Medical Park Antalya, having completed his doctoral studies in gastroenterology at the prestigious Akdeniz University.

• Specialises in internal medicine and digestive tract disorders
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University Department of Internal Medicine
• Practises within a high-volume organ transplant and gastroenterology centre
• Expertise includes diagnosing chronic stomach lining inflammation and associated complications
• Completed medical training in English at Hacettepe University

Professor Hamdi Levent Doganay is a specialist gastroenterologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who previously served as a Clinic Chief for over five years.

• Specialises in internal digestive disorders and manages chronic inflammatory conditions
• Completed clinical gastrointestinal rotations at major hospitals in Manchester and Edinburgh
• Board Member of the Turkish Liver Research Association and editor for several medical journals
• Recognised with the Gilead Fellowship Award for research into digestive tissue damage
• Member of the European Association for the Study of Liver

Professor Ozutemiz is a specialist in gastroenterology at Medicalpoint International Hospital with academic standing from Ege University.

• Specialises in endoscopic treatments for digestive system canal strictures and polyps
• Expert in ERCP, a technique used to diagnose and treat bile duct issues
• Treats complex stomach conditions including inflammatory bowel and oesophageal diseases
• Applies balloon stent techniques for narrowing of the digestive tract
• Fellowship-trained in internal diseases and gastroenterology at Ege University

Professor Nihat Okcu is a senior gastroenterologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a deep research background in Helicobacter pylori and gastric health.

• Specialises in treating gastritis and peptic ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infections
• Uses upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for precise diagnosis of inflammation and stomach lesions
• Expert in managing gastroduodenal issues related to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use
• Former Professor of Internal Diseases at Ataturk University with over three decades of clinical expertise
• Published extensive research on the link between nutritional habits, dyspeptic symptoms, and gastric findings