Colectomy (large bowel resection) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Cengiz Dibekoglu performed the first robotic general surgery operation in Turkey. He is a specialist in laparoscopy and robotic procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Dibekoglu focuses on colorectal, gastrointestinal, and weight loss surgeries. He trained at Marmara University and Istanbul University.

• Specializes in Da Vinci robotic gastroectomy, gastric sleeve, and bypass surgeries.
• Treats complex conditions including hiatal hernias, pancreatic cysts, and liver hemangiomas.
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery.
• Former Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University.

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior academic surgeon at Istinye University Liv Hospital who has published over 50 scientific papers on advanced surgical techniques.

• Specialises in coloproctology and complex bowel repair methods
• Published research on modified surgical procedures for high perianal fistulae
• Expert in Limberg flap repairs for sacrococcygeal sinus disease
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society
• Focuses on abdominal wall reconstruction alongside colorectal procedures

Associate Professor Turgut Camkiran is a dedicated general surgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with deep roots in the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive bowel resections
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association focused on modern surgical techniques
• Completed advanced training at the National Surgery Congress in Turkey
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association and National Association of Surgery
• Highly experienced in both emergency and elective abdominal surgical cases

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Professor Alaettin Celik is a highly senior specialist who founded the Paediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He currently leads specialist care at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and sits on the Council of Children's Tumours.

• Triple-qualified in General Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Paediatric Urology
• Trained as a registrar at 'The Hospital for Sick Children' in London
• Published multiple textbooks on newborn and paediatric surgical techniques
• Expert in complex abdominal reconstructions for younger patients
• Member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Paediatric Surgery Society

Professor Erol Kilic leads the surgical team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex oncological procedures of the lower digestive tract.

• Focuses on colon and rectum surgery for both cancerous and benign conditions
• Performs bowel resections for patients with severe Type 2 Diabetes and obesity
• Expertise includes surgical management of chronic anorectal diseases
• Treats advanced gastric and gallbladder disorders alongside intestinal surgery

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a senior specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He holds a specific focus on complex gastrointestinal health and colorectal interventions.

• Active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Specialises in surgical management of large bowel disorders and malignancies
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of the region's elite institutions
• Experienced in endocrine surgery and metabolic surgical techniques
• Registered specialist with the Turkish Surgical Society