Umbilical hernia repair Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a general surgeon at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. He completed high-level fellowships at The Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital. Dr. Gurkan previously led a Department of General Surgery for over a decade.

• Member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and Turkish Society of Surgery.
• Completed specialized US training in multi-organ transplantation and cardiovascular surgery.
• Performs bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Treats various digestive conditions following international safety protocols.

Dr Merve Karli is an experienced general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with over 1,000 operations successfully completed across her surgical career.

• Specialises in both laparoscopic and open hernia repair techniques
• Holds formal certifications in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes benign anorectal diseases and trauma surgery
• Focuses on minimally invasive approaches for faster patient recovery

Dr. Prasert Sujiipinyo is a general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in surgical procedures for the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and endocrine system. Dr. Sujiipinyo earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. He holds a Certificate of General Surgery from Rajavithi Hospital.

• Treats various hernias, including umbilical, incisional, and inguinal types.
• Expertise includes managing complex liver hemangiomas and pancreatic cysts.
• Performs surgical interventions for hemorrhoids, keloid scars, and trophic ulcers.
• Works at an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility that treats 100,000 patients annually.

Dr Puttapong Serttikul is a General Surgeon at Intrarat Hospital who brings specialised training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery from Chulalongkorn University Hospital.

• Performed surgery as a specialist across major regional and metropolitan hospitals
• Completed advanced training in gastrointestinal endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital
• Skilled in hepatobiliary procedures through ERCP training at Rajavithi Hospital
• Serves on the National Health Security Office audit committee
• Earned his Doctor of Medicine from Thailand's prestigious Chulalongkorn University

Professor Dibekoglu performed the first robotic general surgery operation in Turkey and leads the surgical team at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia surgery using minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in advanced robotic surgery using the da Vinci system for precise repairs
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Performed specialized research into radiation-related intestinal health and recovery

Professor Halil Alis is a leading general surgeon who specialises in keyhole techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He holds international active membership with the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.

• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic repairs to help speed up recovery times
• International active member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
• Published extensive research on gastrointestinal surgical outcomes in peer-reviewed journals
• Expertise includes complex abdominal wall management and emergency surgical procedures
• Member of the Turkish Association for Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery

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 Murat Cakar is a surgical specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses exclusively on paediatric abdominal and colorectal procedures.

• Completed advanced training in paediatric surgery at Republic University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in treating congenital and abdominal conditions in newborns and children
• Member of the Pediatric Surgery Association and the Pediatric Urology Association
• Former University Lecturer at Karabuk University Faculty of Medicine Training and Research Hospital
• Certified in paediatric life support and newborn resuscitation programmes

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

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior general surgery specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital who has authored over 50 peer-reviewed scientific papers on surgical techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic hernia repairs to support faster recovery and less scarring
• Member of the Hernia Society, focusing on abdominal wall reconstruction
• Published research in the journal Hernia comparing different surgical materials for repairs
• Former Educational Supervisor at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital
• Uses robotic-assisted technology for complex abdominal wall conditions

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