Umbilical hernia Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul is a general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in gastrointestinal endoscopy and laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Dr. Serttikul is an active member of the NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee. He earned his medical degree from Chulalongkorn University.

• Completed clinical training in GI endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital.
• Trained in ERCP at Rajavithi Hospital and laparoscopic surgery at Chulalongkorn University.
• Treats umbilical, inguinal, hiatal, and incisional hernias.
• Performs appendectomies, gallbladder resections, and hemorrhoidectomies.

Dr Cengiz Dibekoglu is a pioneer in surgical technology, having performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small cuts for quicker healing and less scarring
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
• Performs advanced robotic procedures at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Expertise includes gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery covering liver and gallbladder conditions

Professor Halil Alis is an internationally active surgeon who specialises in laparoscopic repairs – using tiny incisions for umbilical hernia treatment to help patients achieve a faster recovery.

• Performs laparoscopic surgery to fix abdominal wall defects with minimal scarring
• International Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
• Specialises in gastrointestinal system surgery and metabolic management
• Trained at the Istanbul School of Medicine specifically in general surgery
• Active member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Professor Murat Cakar is a university-level lecturer specialising in paediatric surgery at Karabuk University Faculty of Medicine.

• Expert in abdominal and colorectal surgery for infants and children
• Trained in newborn resuscitation for safer surgical outcomes in young patients
• Member of the Paediatric Surgery Association and Paediatric Urology Association
• Specialised in enteral and parenteral nutrition for post-operative recovery support
• Focuses on paediatric intensive care and protective child health protocols

Professor Alaettin Celik is a highly esteemed specialist who founded the Paediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions.

• Triple-qualified in general surgery, paediatric surgery, and paediatric urology
• Trained at The Hospital for Sick Children at the University of London
• Author of several definitive textbooks on newborn and paediatric surgical techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Paediatric Surgery Society
• Contributes to clinical decisions at the Council of Children's Tumours

Professor Mehmet Tahir Oruç is a highly skilled surgeon who trained at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and across Europe. He serves as a Professor at İstinye University and brings high-level academic expertise to hernia repair.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small incisions for faster recovery
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques at the Cushieri Skill Centre in Scotland
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Former Department Chief at major Training and Research Hospitals in Kocaeli and Antalya

Dr. Selin Kapan is a general surgery professor at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She specializes in gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Kapan has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in international medical journals. Her research focuses on perianal fistulas and hepatic hydatid disease.

• Performs bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Expert in hernia repair using laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland tumors and pilonidal disease.
• Is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society.

Professor Muzaffer Al is a laparoscopic specialist from Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on minimally invasive surgery for complex hernia repairs.

• Trained in laparoscopic surgery at Istanbul University – using small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in laparoscopic antireflux surgery to manage abdominal wall issues and reflux
• Completed training in metabolic and oncological surgery at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on keyhole techniques to reduce post-operative pain and scarring

Professor Yahya Ozel is a highly skilled general surgeon who trained in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery at the prestigious Tokyo University Hospital in Japan.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repair – using small incisions for less post-operative pain
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate for high standards in surgical practice
• Uses robotic-assisted surgery for precise abdominal wall reconstruction and faster recovery
• Expert in surgical endoscopy and minimally invasive techniques for complex abdominal hernias
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University – trained future surgical specialists