Professor Alaettin Celik founded the Paediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and holds triple specialisations in general surgery, paediatric surgery, and paediatric urology.

• Trained at The Hospital for Sick Children at the University of London
• Specialises in surgical corrections for newborns and infants
• Published three definitive books on paediatric and newborn surgical techniques
• Established intensive care units specifically for young surgical patients
• Active member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Paediatric Surgery Society

Professor Muzaffer Al is a highly trained specialist in advanced laparoscopic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on minimally invasive techniques for abdominal repairs.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic surgery training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on laparoscopic techniques to reduce recovery time and post-operative discomfort
• Specialised in oncological cancer surgery and laparoscopic antireflux procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine in keyhole surgery methods

Prof. Selin Kapan has been a Professor of General Surgery since 2017. She is currently with Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery (2022–present). She previously worked at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital as a Specialist and Associate Professor. She also served as Educational and Administrative Supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital. In addition, she was Medical Coordinator and General Surgeon at Istanbul Surgery Hospital.

She has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Her research covers hernia repair, perianal fistula, pilonidal disease, hepatic hydatid disease, laparoscopic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. Her work has been published in journals such as Digestive Surgery, Hernia, Techniques in Coloproctology, and the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. She is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, the Hernia Society, the Turkish HPB Surgery Association, the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association, and the Gastroesophageal Reflux Association.

Professor Turgut Camkiran is a senior specialist in general surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on laparoscopic techniques for abdominal wall repairs.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Completed formal specialised training in general surgery at Cerrahpaşa hospital
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery to help patients achieve faster recovery times
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association and the National Association of Surgery
• Active participant in National Surgery Congresses to maintain expert standards

Professor Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu is a senior general surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical centres.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a top-tier medical institution
• Focuses on abdominal wall surgeries including complex umbilical hernia repairs
• Practises at a JCI-accredited hospital group known for high clinical standards
• Experienced in both open and minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Fluent in English for clear communication with international patients

Dr Levent Akgun Kazak is a specialist general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on surgical treatment for abdominal wall hernias.

• Specialises in repairing umbilical and inguinal hernias using modern surgical techniques
• Focuses on abdominal wall reconstruction to restore strength and prevent recurrence
• Expertise in managing stomach, gallbladder, and small intestine surgical conditions
• Member of the surgical team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major regional medical centre

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

• Specialises in the treatment of inguinal and abdominal wall hernias
• Performs oncological surgery for complex abdominal cases
• Treats a wide range of stomach and gallbladder diseases
• Expertise in metabolic and obesity surgery involving the abdominal wall
• Focuses on both functional repair and long-term abdominal strength

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a senior surgical specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital with academic credentials from Istanbul University.

• Holds a specialist qualification from the Goztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association
• Develops evidence-based surgical protocols as an Associate Professor
• Focuses on abdominal wall integrity and metabolic surgery outcomes
• Experienced in general surgical cases at major Turkish state institutions

Professor Erol Kilic is a senior general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with deep expertise across gastric and abdominal wall repairs.

• Specialises in complex hernia cases including stomach and umbilical repairs
• Focuses on oncological and gastrointestinal surgery
• Treats diverse gallbladder and stomach diseases using surgical methods
• Expert in bariatric and metabolic surgery for type 2 diabetes
• Consults at the JCI-accredited Büyük Anadolu hospital group

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

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading specialist in hernia surgery, holding an advanced certification from the European Hernia Society.

• Holds a specialised qualification in cadaveric laparoscopic hernia surgery from the European Hernia Society.
• Editor of the medical textbook 'Hernia Surgery', demonstrating his deep academic focus on the field.
• He specialises in laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques to reduce postoperative pain.
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association with extensive research in incisional and inguinal repairs.

Professor Murat Kilic is a dedicated paediatric surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who focuses on surgical care for children and infants.

• Specialised training in paediatric surgery from Recep Tayyip Erdogan University
• Expertise in managing abdominal conditions and congenital issues in young patients
• Academic contributor with published research on paediatric appendicitis and infections
• Former specialist at Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on gentle surgical techniques specifically for developing bodies