Gastroenterology Doctors in Turkey — Page 5

Prof. Dr. Musa Aydınlı is an internal medicine specialist and gastroenterologist. He completed his MD at Hacettepe University in 1997. He finished internal medicine training in 2003 and gastroenterology training in 2007 at the same institution. He worked at Kayseri Training and Research Hospital from 2007 to 2009. He served in the Gastroenterology Department at Gaziantep University from 2009 to 2014. He became an associate professor in 2012 and a professor in 2020. He joined Gülhane Training and Research Hospital in 2022. He now practices at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Clinical focus: GERD; dyspepsia, gastritis, and Helicobacter pylori; peptic ulcer disease; celiac disease; IBS and IBD (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease); colon polyps; colorectal and upper GI cancers; liver disease (fatty liver, chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, portal hypertension); hepatobiliary and pancreatic disorders and cancers. Procedures: EGD, rectosigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy; biopsy, polypectomy, and endoscopic mucosal resection; hemostasis and APC; dilation and stent placement; PEG; ERCP; EUS-guided biopsy.

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Doğan is a gastroenterologist. He earned his MD from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1991. He became an Internal Medicine specialist at Gazi University in 1996. He completed gastroenterology subspecialty training at İnönü University in 2001.

His academic career was at Gazi University. He served as Lecturer (2002), Assistant Professor (2003), Associate Professor (2007), and Professor (2012). He worked as a researcher at the University of California San Diego from 2004 to 2006. He has practiced at Koru Hospital since January 2023.

Clinical focus includes gastroesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, gastroparesis, achalasia, bloating, gas and belching, fecal incontinence, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. He performs ERCP, stent placement, balloon and bougie dilation, polypectomy, argon plasma coagulation, double-balloon enteroscopy, and bleeding control.

Prof. Nihat Okcu has published 23+ research papers on gastrointestinal conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in complex cases like Helicobacter pylori-related conditions
• Expert in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and laparoscopic techniques
• Over 27 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Professor at Medipol University, training future specialists

Dr. Ozturk brings over 33 years of experience of surgical expertise in Gastroenterology, with a focus on colorectal surgery and obesity procedures.

• Specializes in colorectal surgery with membership in the Turkish Society for Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Over 34 international publications showcasing expertise in surgical outcomes
• Active member of the International Federation for Obesity Surgery
• Trained at Haydapasa Numune Hospital, a leading institution for surgical education

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in complex gastroenterology cases with 15+ published research articles on conditions like pancreatitis and gallstones.

• Board-certified gastroenterologist with over 22 years of experience of clinical experience
• Published extensively on severe acute pancreatitis and gallstone complications
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital – a leading gastroenterology center
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology Association
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – JCI-accredited facility

Prof. Levent Demirturk brings 41 years of experience of gastroenterology expertise, specializing in complex pancreatic and gastric conditions at Emsey Hospital.

• Former Chief of Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa
• Member of Turkey's Higher Science Council
• Specializes in both acute and chronic pancreatitis cases
• Extensive experience in gastric polyps removal

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan specializes in minimally invasive colorectal surgery, trained at Mayo Clinic and St. Mark's Hospital – global leaders in digestive health.

• 55 years of experience of experience in laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques
• Published multiple research articles on colon cancer treatments
• Senior professor at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs complex gastrointestinal surgeries at Medistate Hospital Istanbul

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in the field of neurosurgery, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques for treating complex brain and spinal disorders. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has performed numerous successful surgeries, contributing significantly to the field through innovative approaches and patient-centered care.

Graduated from a prestigious medical school and completed rigorous residency and fellowship programs. The doctor is board-certified and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, sharing insights and advancements in neurosurgical procedures.

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – Turkey's top nutrition program – specializing in dietary management for chronic digestive diseases.

• Expert in post-bariatric surgery and diabetes nutrition
• Conducted key research on obesity and insulin resistance
• Worked in oncology, pediatric, and adult nutrition at leading hospitals
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations