Best Pancreatitis Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Ahmet Melih Ozel is a senior gastroenterology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center with elite-level expertise in pancreatobiliary system diseases.

• Specialises in ERCP, an endoscopic technique used to clear blockages in the pancreatic ducts without major surgery
• Served as a National Delegate for NATO health committees, highlighting his international clinical standing
• Former Head of Internal Medicine and Professor at Maltepe University Training Hospital
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE)
• Manages complex chronic liver and inflammatory bowel conditions alongside pancreatic care

Professor Mehmet Guler is a senior general surgeon at Medical Park Antalya with over three decades of medical training. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Aydin University and specialises in surgical management of complex abdominal conditions.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Achieved Associate Professorship through the Interuniversity Council in 2018
• Completed a Master's degree in Health Law at Akdeniz University
• Holds a second degree in Public Administration for medical leadership
• Specialises in general surgery residency at Ankara Numune Training Hospital

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from Mahidol University, a top-tier Thai institution. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in treating complex liver conditions like chronic Hepatitis B and C.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and gastric polyps removal.
• Manages autoimmune digestive disorders, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Offers diagnostic screenings like gastroscopy with biopsy and transnasal endoscopy.

Associate Professor Mete Akin is a senior gastroenterology specialist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex – a major centre for digestive health in Turkey.

• Specialises in managing complex inflammation of the pancreas and biliary tract disorders
• Former Associate Professor at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's leading medical faculties
• Completed dual specialisations in internal medicine and gastroenterology subspecialties
• Focuses on diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for chronic digestive conditions

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.

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr Tarik Akar is a specialist gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who has performed over 900 successful treatments for complex digestive disorders.

• Performs ERCP to treat bile duct blockages and inflammation without open surgery
• Expert in therapeutic endoscopy for managing complications of the pancreas and gallbladder
• Recipient of the Best Verbal Presentation Award at the International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress
• Published 19 international research papers on gastrointestinal health and innovative endoscopic techniques

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.

Professor Engin Tutar is the former Head of Paediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University – a top-tier Turkish medical institution where he trained the next generation of specialists.

• Specialises in managing complex gallbladder and pancreas diseases in infants and children
• Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy to treat gastrointestinal bleeding and obstructions
• Subspecialised in paediatric hepatology and nutrition with intensive university-level training
• Published research and presented over 50 times at international medical congresses