Best Da Vinci gastroectomy surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 6 doctors
Dr. Mustafa Solak is a medical oncologist with expertise in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, head-neck, and gastrointestinal cancers. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital. He then pursued a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.
Dr. Solak has managed many complex cancer cases. He has contributed to clinical advancements at respected centers, including the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He has also worked at Hitit University Corum Training Hospital and Medical Park Hospital. His experience shows a strong commitment to cancer care and research.
Read moreDr. Pakize Eker Balcıoğlu is a board-certified general surgeon. She graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (English program) and completed her residency at Marmara University. She has published many articles in local and international journals. She has also worked as a columnist for two medical publications.
Dr. Balcıoğlu specializes in diagnosing and treating breast pain. She is experienced in advanced hemorrhoid therapies, including laser and Longo surgery. Her expertise also includes anal fissure management, pilonidal sinus day surgery, and lipoma excision. She has worked at Marmara University Hospital, Atlas Hospital, Maltepe Ersoy Hospital, and Sultanbeyli Ersoy Hospital. She has made important contributions to surgical practice in her field.
Read moreGallbladder and bile duct surgery
Breast disease treatment and surgery
Anal region disease treatment and surgery (hemorrhoids, anal fissure, perianal abscess and fistula surgery)
Obesity treatment (Gastric balloon, and surgical treatment)
Thyroid diseases and surgical treatment
Hernia surgery (open and laparoscopic) (groin, umbilical, wound hernias)
Colon, rectum, stomach diseases and surgical treatment
Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment interventions (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ercp, peg)
2009- Atlas University Medicine Hospital
2004-2009 Tosya State Hospital
1994-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital
1999-2004 Taksim Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic
1992-1998 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Courses and Conferences
Bakırkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital General Surgery Clinic Endoscopy Unit Videoendoscopy Application Certificate (March 2006)
Read moreEducation and Career
2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career
Medicine Department of Internal Medicine
2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology
2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology
Memberships in Scientific Organizations
ASCO
ESMO
TTOD
AVOD
Publications
In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.
Awards Received
EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award
"The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"
Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:
Courses, Meetings, and Certificates
ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019
Read morePersonal Information:
- Born in 1967.
- Completed primary education in Istanbul.
- Graduated from Pertevniyal High School in 1984.
Education & Training:
- Enrolled in Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1984, completing medical education in English and graduating in 1991.
- Started General Surgery residency at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1991.
- Became a General Surgery Specialist in 1996 with a thesis on "The Effects of Inhibiting the Nitric Oxide Pathway in Radiation Enteritis."
Professional Experience:
- 1996: Joined Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital as a General Surgery staff doctor.
- 2002-2004: Served as a Lecturer and Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine.
- 2013: Transferred to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital as a General Surgery specialist, where he continues to work.
Medical Expertise & Achievements:
- Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic sy.
- Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery and continues to perform such procedures.
Positions Held:
- 1991-1996: Research Assistant – Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
- 1996-2012: General Surgery Specialist – Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital.
- 2002-2004: Lecturer – Kadir Has University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
- 2003-2004: Acting Head – Kadir Has University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
- 2013-Present: General Surgery Specialist – Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.
Interests
Robotic surgery,
Advanced laparoscopic surgery(Colorectal and GERD Surgery included),
Laparoscopic hernia surgery,
Breast and thyroid surgery,
Gastrointestinal surgery,
Anal region diseases,
Hepatobiliary surgery
Memberships:
Turkish Medical Association
Turkish Surgical Society
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Read moreEducation
- (2004 – 2011), Faculty of Medicine/ Inonu University/ Malatya, Turkiye
- (2011 – 2015), Department of Radiology/ Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital/ Istanbul, Turkiye
Career
- (2016 – 2020), Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist/ Mus State Hospital/ Mus,Turkiye
- (2020 – 2022), Assistant Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology/ Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital/ Sakarya, Turkiye
- (2023 – 2024), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology /Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital/ Sakarya, Turkiye
- (2024 - Present), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology /Medipol University Hospital/ Istanbul, Turkiye
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