Appendectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Huseyin Ozden is a surgical oncologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He treats conditions of the liver, pancreas, and breast. He performs oncological resections and weight loss surgeries. Dr. Ozden handles specialized procedures including colectomies and liver resections.

• Performs bariatric operations including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats digestive tract conditions such as hemorrhoids and inguinal hernias.
• Works at Medicana Sivas, a facility treating 110,000+ patients annually.
• Performs thyroidectomy and endocrine surgery alongside abdominal procedures.

Professor Ali Kagan Gokakin is a specialist general surgeon at Medicana International Ankara Hospital with deep expertise in managing complicated acute appendicitis.

• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic appendectomies for faster patient recovery
• Specialises in treating cases involving abdominal bloating and worsening infection
• Trained at the Science University Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Centre
• Held senior academic roles at the Cumhuriyet and Pamukkale University Faculties of Medicine
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for various urgent digestive conditions

Associate Professor Vahit Onur Gul is a surgical specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital who trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques in the United States and Switzerland.

• Specialises in minimally invasive abdominal interventions using small incisions
• Uses robotic and laparoscopic platforms to reduce recovery times
• Earned the rank of Associate Professor of General Surgery
• Trained in microsurgery and advanced laparoscopic techniques abroad
• Experienced in complex abdominal and soft tissue interventions

Dr. Bahaeddin Tapkan is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Basari Hospital in Istanbul. He treats digestive system disorders such as gastric ulcers, gastritis, and pancreatitis. Dr. Tapkan performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and gallbladder resections. He works at a facility holding ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification.

• Performs surgical removal of duodenal polyps and appendectomies.
• Practices at Basari Hospital, which holds a national health tourism authorization.
• Consults with patients online about gastrointestinal health.
• Treats patients in a 100-bed facility licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Professor Murat Kilic specialises in paediatric surgeries and published key research comparing ultrasound and pathology results specifically for childhood appendicitis.

• Practices at Medipol University Pendik Hospital – a major private teaching institution
• Specialised in paediatric surgery at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes treating complex gluteal ulcers and infantile hemangioma
• Researched advanced treatments for recurrent urinary tract infections in children
• Member of the medical faculty at Erciyes University

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a highly qualified general surgeon based at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced training from major international centres.

• Completed specialized robotic colorectal surgery training at Stony Brook University in New York
• Expert in laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques for abdominal emergencies
• Awarded the European Hernia Society certificate for advanced laparoscopic surgery
• Current Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, educating the next generation of surgeons
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery

Professor Osman Civil is a senior general surgeon at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's premier academic medical centres. He specialises in gastrointestinal surgery with a clear focus on bowel and digestive tract conditions.

• Recognised specialist in gastrointestinal surgery by the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society
• Active member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Completed surgical fellowship at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in managing complex acute abdominal cases and digestive tract health

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.

Dr. Hong Jung Lee is the director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women’s Hospital in Seoul. He is recognized as a pioneer in robotic gynecological surgery in South Korea. Dr. Lee performs procedures using the da Vinci Surgical System. He specializes in reproductive endocrinology, infertility treatments, and complex gynecological oncology.

• Serves as an adjunct professor at Yonsei University and Korea University.
• Performs IVF, embryo transfers, and advanced genetic testing for aneuploidy.
• Expert in surgical treatments for uterine fibroids and adenomyosis.
• Member of the Korean Gynecologic Oncology Colposcopy Society.