Best Incisional Hernia Repair Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Op. Dr. Merve Karlı has completed her medical education at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Bakırköy. She received her specialist training at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital.

She has performed over 1000 operations in the fields of benign anorectal diseases, laparoscopic / open hernia surgery, breast diseases, trauma and emergency surgery. She has certifications on endoscopic procedures.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• Breast Diseases
• Benign Anorectal Diseases
• Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Surgery
• Endoscopy (Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, PEG Insertion)

Professor Samet Yardimci is a triple-specialised surgeon who ranked first in Turkey's national subspecialty exam for gastroenterological surgery.

• Specialised in gastroenterology surgery focusing on complex digestive system repairs
• Completed surgical training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann in Houston
• Recognised as Turkey's youngest specialist in gastroenterology surgery in 2012
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive abdominal wall reconstruction
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Soykan Barlas is a highly published surgical specialist who holds advanced laparoscopic qualifications from Scotland. He leads complex general and transplant surgery cases at the Medical Park Group of Hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specialised in managing incisional complications and elective hernia repairs
• Completed advanced laparoscopic training in Scotland for minimally invasive techniques
• Served as Associate Professor at Demiroğlu Science University medical faculty
• Published research specifically on obesity-related incisional herniation and outcomes
• Awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the Ministry of Health for surgery centre development

Professor Osman Civil is a lead surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, specialising in complex gastrointestinal and general surgical procedures.

• Recognised member of the Turkish Surgical Association with a focus on abdominal wall integrity
• Provides clinical expertise at Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic
• Member of the Turkish Ostomy Surgery Society, specialising in bowel and abdominal wall management
• Highly active in the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society for emerging surgical protocols
• Trained at the prestigious Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital

Dr Puttapong Serttikul is a senior general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital with specialised training in laparoscopic colorectal and gastrointestinal techniques.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic surgery training at Chulalongkorn University Hospital
• Holds certifications in gastrointestinal endoscopy from the Lopburi Cancer Hospital
• Successfully trained in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography at Rajavithi Hospital
• Serves as a member of the National Health Security Office audit committee
• Earned his medical degree from Thailand's prestigious Chulalongkorn University

Education and Specialization

Republic University Faculty of Medicine

Republic University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Surgery Specialization - Expertise

Experience

Karabük Women's and Children's Hospital Pediatric Surgery Clinic (Specialist Doctor)

Karabük State Hospital Pediatric Surgery Clinic (Specialist Doctor)

Karabük University Faculty of Medicine Training and Research Hospital Pediatric Surgery Department (University Lecturer)

Professional Memberships

Pediatric Surgery Association

Pediatric Urology Association

Courses and Certificates

Presentation Techniques Course, 2018 Istanbul

Neuromarketing Course, 2018 Istanbul

IMS Data Training Course, 2018 Istanbul

Incontinence Course, 2017 Antalya

Cerebral Palsy Children's Symposium, 2013, Karabük

Doubtful Genital Structure Meeting in Child, 2012, Karabük

Workshop International Hypospadias, 2012, Istanbul

Abdominal and Colorectal Surgery in Children, 2010, Istanbul

Current Approaches to Lower Urinary System Diseases Symposium, 2009, Kırıkkale

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Symposium in Children, 2009, Malatya

Basic Intensive Care Training Course, 2009, Sivas

Protective Child Health Nutrition and Alternative Medicine Applications Symposium, 2008, Kırıkkale

Newborn Resuscitation Program, 2007, Sivas

Thorax Course in Children, 2007, Çeşme

Professor Celik is a triple-specialist surgeon who founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He brings senior academic expertise to complex abdominal wall and hernia repairs at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Triple-qualified specialist in General Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Paediatric Urology
• Former Head of Surgical Medical Sciences at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Trained as a registrar at The Hospital for Sick Children in London
• Published multiple medical textbooks on newborn and paediatric surgical techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Paediatric Surgery Society

Professor Selin Kapan is a specialist general surgeon at Istinye University Liv Hospital who has contributed significant research to the field of incisional hernia repair. She previously served as an educational and administrative supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital.

• Active member of the Hernia Society – focusing specifically on modern abdominal wall reconstruction
• Published research comparing various mesh materials and grafts for incisional hernia repairs
• Holds a Professorship in General Surgery from Istanbul Aydin University
• Specialises in complex cases involving abdominal wall defects and recurring hernias
• Contributor to over 50 scientific publications in international peer-reviewed medical journals

Prof. Ramazan Gökhan ATIŞ, M.D.

Languages: English

Urology

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Paediatric Urology
• Robotic Surgery
• Endourology
• Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery
• Urological Oncology
• Urological Neurology
   

Education

• Cağaloğlu Anatolian High School, Istanbul – Graduated in 1996
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) – M.D., 2002
• Urology Residency, Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital – 2002–2008
• Laparoscopy and Robotic Urology Training, Heidelberg University, Heilbronn Clinic – 2011

Career

• Urology Specialist, Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital – 2009–2014
• Associate Professor Title Achieved – September 2014
• Executive Board Member, Endourology Society – Since 2017
• Member, European Association of Urology – Young Academic Urologists (EAU-YAU), Endourology Working Group – 2018–2020
• Professor of Urology, Istanbul Medeniyet University – Appointed in January 2021
• Urologist, Şişli Memorial Hospital – Since August 1, 2022
   

Born in 1978 in Istanbul, Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan ATIŞ completed his medical degree at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine in 2002. He pursued his urology specialization at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital and became a certified urologist in February 2008. Following his military service at Edremit Military Hospital, he began working at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital in 2009.

In 2011, he received training in laparoscopic and robotic urology at Heidelberg University’s Heilbronn Clinic. Between 2009 and 2014, he conducted numerous scientific studies, especially in the field of endourology, earning the title of Associate Professor in 2014.

Since 2017, he has served on the board of the Endourology Society. In 2018, he was selected to the European Association of Urology’s Young Academic Urologists (EAU-YAU) Endourology Working Group, actively serving for two years. In January 2021, he was appointed as a Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University. Since August 1, 2022, he has continued his clinical practice, initially at Şişli Memorial Hospital and currently at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital.

Professor Turgut Camkiran is a specialist general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with extensive training from the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive hernia repairs
• Completed dedicated vocational training in laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Active member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Member of the National Association of Surgery and Turkish Medical Association
• Participates regularly in the National Surgery Congress to stay updated on outcomes

Professor Tekelioglu has served as a specialist surgeon at the prestigious Florence Nightingale hospital group for over two decades.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a lead medical school in Turkey
• Specialises in general surgery with a focus on thyroid and abdominal wall procedures
• Fluent in English, regularly treating international patients at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Senior surgical consultant performing both routine and complex general surgery cases

Dr Kadir Dicle is a general surgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a clinical focus on abdominal wall reconstruction.

• Treats inguinal and complex abdominal wall hernias
• Performs oncological surgery involving the abdominal cavity
• Specialises in metabolic and bariatric surgical procedures
• Focuses on breast diseases and cancer treatment
• Consults on thyroid and gallbladder surgical cases

Experience

2017
Private Nisa Hospital

2011 - 2017
Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital

2007 - 2011
Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital

Education

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education