Small intestine resection Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Oguzhan Ozturk is a gastroenterology specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won the national oral presentation prize from the Turkish Gastroenterology Association. Dr. Ozturk focuses on complex digestive conditions and liver research. He treats patients at a TEMOS-accredited university facility.

• Specializes in treating Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs stomach resections and endoscopic gastric polyp removals.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Liver Research.
• Served as the administrative responsible for a major gastroenterology clinic.

Associate Professor Meryem Keceli Basaran is a specialist in paediatric gastroenterology who focuses on complex bowel conditions at Biruni University Hospital.

• Member of the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
• Specialises in managing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis complications
• Expertise in malabsorption issues and chronic intestinal disorders
• Provides specialist care for paediatric patients before and after liver transplantation
• Held senior positions at major Turkish training and research hospitals

Professor Cemalettin Ertekin brings elite academic expertise to complex bowel surgeries as a senior leader at Biruni University Hospital. He specialises in gastroenterology surgery and emergency trauma cases where rapid, precise intervention is vital.

• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul University for over two decades
• Winner of the National Scientific Patent Award for surgical innovation
• Specialises in pancreatico-biliary and endoscopic surgical treatments
• Active member of the National Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Awarded first prize for video surgery by the Istanbul Surgical Association

Dr. Kamil Ozdil is a professor of gastroenterology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won the National Scholar Award for his research on Helicobacter Pylori therapies. Dr. Ozdil treats complex liver cirrhosis and inflammatory bowel diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited university facility with over 130 specialist doctors.

• Performs specialized procedures like EUS, ERCP, and endoscopic mucosal resection.
• Expert in stomach balloon placement for weight management and gastric health.
• Winner of multiple national prizes for research in hepatitis and ulcerative colitis.
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology and Hepatitis Infections Union associations.

Dr Ufuk Onsal is a highly trained general surgeon at Izmir Private Can Hospital with advanced certification in laparoscopic abdominal wall repairs.

• Specialised in general surgery at Düzce University – a key regional medical centre
• Completed bowel-specific training through the International Turkish Colorectal Surgery Congress
• Uses laparoscopic techniques to perform abdominal repairs with smaller incisions
• Expert in endoscopic procedures including percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
• Trained in EUS and ERCP for complex diagnostic and surgical interventions

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Dr. Aziz Cataltepe is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including bone injuries, joint fractures, and scoliosis. Dr. Cataltepe also focuses on orthopedic oncology and spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions like hip dysplasia, meniscus tears, and coxarthrosis.
• Performs orthopedic procedures at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for valgus deformity and hand surgery.
• Works at a hospital that treats 600,000 patients every year.

Professor Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel has twice received national board certification with outstanding degrees for his expertise in general and colorectal surgery.

• Specialises in surgical management of the stomach, colon, and small intestine
• Proficient in advanced endoscopic diagnostics and treatment procedures
• Member of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Association for laparoscopic techniques
• Member of the Turkish Colorectal Surgery Association
• Trained at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine – a major Turkish teaching centre

Professor Adil Baykan is a senior surgeon at Medistate Hospital who completed specialised colorectal surgery practice at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

• Trained in advanced bowel techniques at St Mark's Hospital in London
• Specialises in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery and oncological resections
• Senior Professor at Ankara University – one of Turkey's premier medical faculties
• Active researcher with numerous published works on colon cancer outcomes
• Expertise includes complex esophagectomy and stomach resection procedures

Associate Professor Osman Civil is a general surgery specialist at Istanbul Medipol University with a dedicated focus on complex gastrointestinal procedures.

• Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Affiliated with the Turkish Ostomy Surgery Society for post-surgical care
• Specialises in gastrointestinal surgery at Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society
• Trained at Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in managing surgical conditions of the small and large intestines

Professor Ersin Ozturk completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA, focusing on advanced colorectal and gastrointestinal surgery.

• Holds a PhD in physiology which provides a deep understanding of bowel function and recovery
• Specialises in surgical oncology for complex tumours of the digestive tract
• Uses laparoscopic techniques to perform minimally invasive bowel resections
• Previously served as a Professor at Uludag University School of Medicine
• Senior surgeon at Medicana Bursa Hospital specialising in gastrointestinal procedures

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.