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Adil Baykan
General surgeon
53 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Medistate Hospital Istanbul

Adil Baykan

General surgeon
53 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan is a leading general and oncological surgeon in Turkey with over 28 years of experience and a specialization in colorectal, endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries, as well as thyroid and breast diseases. He has also published articles on colon cancer in national and international journals.Read more
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Ersin Ozturk
Colorectal surgeon
26 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Bursa
Medicana Bursa Hospital

Ersin Ozturk

Colorectal surgeon
26 years of experience
Ersin Öztürk, M.D. Professor of Medicine is an expert in General Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Physiology, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obesity Surgery, Hernia Surgery and Proctology. He has extensive experience in his field, having completed residencies, research fellowships and faculty positions at various institutions. Currently, he is a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Bursa Hospital, Department of General Surgery.Read more
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Ali Kagan Gokakin
Colorectal surgeon
23 years of experience
Turkey, Ankara
Medicana International Ankara Hospital

Ali Kagan Gokakin

Colorectal surgeon
23 years of experience
Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon with extensive experience in treating a range of digestive conditions such as Pancreatic Head Cancer, Cholecystitis, Inguinal Hernia, and more. He specializes in Inguinal Hernia Repair, Hemicolectomy, Appendectomy, Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal, and Whipples Procedure. He is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday).Read more
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Abu Shamsiya Rami Nuamanovych
Colorectal surgeon
25 years of experience
4.9
17 reviews
Ukraine, Kyiv
Dievo Surgery Center

Abu Shamsiya Rami Nuamanovych

Colorectal surgeon
25 years of experience

• Surgical treatment: laparoscopic operations to remove all types of hernias (inguinal hernias, femoral hernias, umbilical hernias, postoperative ventral hernias, esophageal opening of the diaphragm and other types of abdominal wall hernias).

• Treatment of gallstone disease, removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy), stones in the ducts.

• Operative treatment for acute conditions (acute appendicitis, acute cholecystitis, perforating ulcer, perforation of a diverticulum, intestinal obstruction, purulent-septic diseases), all conditions of "acute abdomen".

• Treatment of oncological diseases of the stomach, intestines and other organs of the abdominal cavity and retroperitoneal space.

• Treatment of varicose veins of the legs.

• Operative treatment of obesity (bariatric surgery) and metabolic dysfunction.

• Colitis, hemorrhoids, anal itching, fissures, constipation and diarrhea, anal sphincter weakness, anal sphincter incontinence due to rupture of the perineum after childbirth.

• Abdominal injuries.

• Perianal condylomas.

• Polypos.

• Proctitis, paraproctitis and others.

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Murat Cakar
Pediatric surgeon
14 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Murat Cakar

Pediatric surgeon
14 years of experience

Education and Specialization

Republic University Faculty of Medicine

Republic University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Surgery Specialization - Expertise

 

Experience

Karabük Women's and Children's Hospital Pediatric Surgery Clinic (Specialist Doctor)

Karabük State Hospital Pediatric Surgery Clinic (Specialist Doctor)

Karabük University Faculty of Medicine Training and Research Hospital Pediatric Surgery Department (University Lecturer)

 

Professional Memberships

Pediatric Surgery Association

Pediatric Urology Association

 

Courses and Certificates

Presentation Techniques Course, 2018 Istanbul

Neuromarketing Course, 2018 Istanbul

IMS Data Training Course, 2018 Istanbul

Incontinence Course, 2017 Antalya

Cerebral Palsy Children's Symposium, 2013, Karabük

Doubtful Genital Structure Meeting in Child, 2012, Karabük

Workshop International Hypospadias, 2012, Istanbul

Abdominal and Colorectal Surgery in Children, 2010, Istanbul

Current Approaches to Lower Urinary System Diseases Symposium, 2009, Kırıkkale

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Symposium in Children, 2009, Malatya

Basic Intensive Care Training Course, 2009, Sivas

Protective Child Health Nutrition and Alternative Medicine Applications Symposium, 2008, Kırıkkale

Newborn Resuscitation Program, 2007, Sivas

Thorax Course in Children, 2007, Çeşme

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Fatih Taskesen
Colorectal surgeon
16 years of experience

Fatih Taskesen

Colorectal surgeon
16 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Uniqacare Clinic
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Ahmet Alptekein
Pediatric surgeon
21 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Ahmet Alptekein

Pediatric surgeon
21 years of experience

Dr. Ahmet Alptekin, I continue my service in the Department of Pediatric Surgery

 

I did my Pediatric Surgery residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery. My state service, Istanbul Bakirkoy Dr. I did it at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. Currently, I continue my service in the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Şişli Kolan International Hospital.

My CV; I was born in Aksaray in 1978, I completed my primary education in Nevşehir Kozaklı Atatürk Primary School. I finished secondary and high school in Konya Ereğli İvriz Anatolian Teacher High School. I studied medicine at Kayseri Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine.

Areas of interest

Pediatric Urology

Neonatal Surgery

Robotic and Laparoscopic Interventions

Tumor Surgery in Children

Endoscopy and Cystoscopy

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Gokhan Yilmaz
Colorectal surgeon
13 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Gokhan Yilmaz

Colorectal surgeon
13 years of experience

Was born in 1981 in Erzincan. After finishing Beşiktaş Atatürk Anadolu High School in 1999 entered Istanbul University Çapa, Faculty of Medicine. 

 

In 2005 I got his Master Degree and started as a practitioner at Yüksekova State Hospital. He got his Doctorate at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in General Surgery department. As a General Surgery Specialist, he worked at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital for 5 years and at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital for 3 years. 

 

Worked as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, Department of General Surgery. Currently working at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. 

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Peter Schenker
Gastrointestinal surgeon
17 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews

Peter Schenker

Gastrointestinal surgeon
17 years of experience
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen
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Cigdem Arslan
Colorectal surgeon
17 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Cigdem Arslan

Colorectal surgeon
17 years of experience

accreditations:

European Association for Endoscopic Surgery

Experience 

  • 2016 - 2017

İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

  • 2016 - 2017

Liv Hospital

  • 2016 - 2017

Liv Hospital Ulus

  • 2015 - 2016

Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital

  • 2014 - 2015

Tatvan State Hospital

  • 2013 - 2015

Tatvan State Hospital

  • 2012 - 2013

CLEVELAND CLINIC

  • 2007 - 2014

Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Education 

  • 2013

DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF SURGICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY

  • 2013

Dokuz Eylül University, General Surgery

  • 2007

AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

  • 2007

International Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

Title: The impact of sarcopenia on morbidity and long-term survival among patients with peritoneal metastases of colorectal origin treated with cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy: a 10-year longitudinal analysis of a single-center experience.

  • Authors: AĞALAR CİHAN, SÖKMEN SELMAN, ARSLAN ÖZŞAHİN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, ALTAY CANAN, BAŞARA AKIN IŞIL, CANDA ARAS EMRE, OBUZ FUNDA
  • Journal: Techniques in Coloproctology
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 24(4)
  • Pages: 301-308
  • DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02159-z
  • Publication Number: 6776368

Title: Randomized controlled trial of 8 weeks’ vs 12 weeks’ interval between neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy and surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer.

  • Authors: Terzi Cem, Bingül Mustafa, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, ÖZTÜRK ERSİN, CANDA ARAS EMRE, IŞIK ÖZGEN, YILMAZLAR AHMET TUNCAY, OBUZ FUNDA, Görken Birkay, KURT MERAL, ÜNLÜ ŞADİYE MEHTAT, UĞRAŞ NESRİN, Kanat Özkan, ÖZTOP İLHAN
  • Journal: Colorectal Disease
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 22(3)
  • Pages: 279-288
  • DOI: 10.1111/codi.14867
  • Publication Number: 6012919

Title: The effect of fibrin glue in preventing staple-line leak after sleeve gastrectomy: an experimental study in rats.

  • Authors: ÖZDENKAYA YAŞAR, OLMUŞÇELİK OKTAY, BASIM PELİN, SAKA BURCU, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM
  • Journal: Acta Cirurgica Brasileira
  • Year: 2019
  • Volume: 34(8)
  • Publication Number: 5242669

Title: Treatment of intraoperatively detected peritoneal carcinomatosis of colorectal origin with cytoreductive surgery and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.

  • Authors: CANDA ARAS EMRE, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, YAVUZŞEN TUĞBA, Ozkardesler Sevda, Unlu Mehtat, OBUZ FUNDA, FÜZÜN MEHMET
  • Journal: World Journal of Surgical Oncology
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 16(1)
  • Pages: 70-74
  • DOI: 10.1186/s12957-018-1369-7
  • Publication Number: 4863133

Title: Magnetic resonance-based pelvimetry and tumor volumetry can predict surgical difficulty and oncologic outcome in locally advanced mid–low rectal cancer.

  • Authors: Atasoy Gulsen, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Elibol Funda, SAĞOL ÖZGÜL, OBUZ FUNDA, SÖKMEN SELMAN
  • Journal: Surgery Today
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 48(12)
  • Pages: 1040-1051
  • DOI: 10.1007/s00595-018-1690-3
  • Publication Number: 4863005

Title: Is advanced age a hesitation for cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in colorectal cancer?

  • Authors: Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Ozkardesler Sevda, DURAL CEMIL, OBUZ FUNDA, CANDA ARAS EMRE, GÖKTÜRK ÜMIT KELEŞTEN
  • Journal: International Journal of Surgery
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 51
  • Pages: 156-160
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.01.010
  • Publication Number: 4855751

Contributions to Conferences:

Title: Outcome of cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy for colorectal cancer: A single-center experience.

  • Authors: CANDA ARAS EMRE, Sokmen Selman, Terzi Cem, ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, OBUZ FUNDA
  • Conference: European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) Congress
  • Year: 2018
  • Location: Budapest, Hungary

Title: Predictive factors for conversion to open surgery in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

  • Authors: ARSLAN NACİYE ÇİĞDEM, Terzi Cem, Sokmen Selman, CANDA ARAS EMRE, OBUZ FUNDA
  • Conference: European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) Congress
  • Year: 2017
  • Location: Frankfurt, Germany
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Peter Sipos
Gastrointestinal surgeon
24 years of experience
3.8
10 reviews

Peter Sipos

Gastrointestinal surgeon
24 years of experience
Hungary, Budapest
Liv Duna Medical Center
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Director Ruslan Yurievich
Urological surgeon
17 years of experience
5.0
3 reviews

Director Ruslan Yurievich

Urological surgeon
17 years of experience
Ukraine, Kyiv
Impuls Medical Center
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Kursat Karadayi
General surgeon
29 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Kursat Karadayi

General surgeon
29 years of experience
  • AREAS OF INTEREST
  • Abdominal lining cancers
  • Gastric cancer
  • Colon rectum cancer
  • pancreatic cancer
  • breast cancer diseases
  • Thyroid cancer diseases
  • Liver gallbladder surgery
  • Laparoscopic cancer surgery

 

  • Education
  • 1993 Ondokuzmayıs University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2000 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Medical Specialization
  • 2007 Ankara University Surgical Oncology Sub-branch Specialization

 

  • Experience
  • 1995-2000 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Res.Asst.
  • 2001-2002 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Lecturer
  • 2002-April 2004 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery Assoc. Prof.
  • 2004- October 2007 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Surgical Oncology Subspecialty Training
  • October 2006 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Associate Professor
  • January 2012 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Professor

 

  • Memberships in Scientific Organizations
  • Surgical Oncology Association, Turkish Surgical Association
  • Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association
  • National Vascular Surgery Association, Turkish Medical Association
  • Refereeing in Scientific Journals
  • Turkish Journal of Surgery
  • Turkish Clinics Journal of Medical Sciences
  • Cumhuriyet Medical Journal  
  • Dicle Medical Journal

 

  • Awards
  • Best Research Award (E19)
  • Surgical Oncology Congress (Istanbul, 2003)
  • Poster 3rd Place Award (E7)
  • Poster 1st Place Award (E51)
  • Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition
  • Congress (Istanbul, 2000)
  • TÜSAD (Çeşme 2012)
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  • Education and Training:
  • Medical Degree: Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.
  • Specialization in General Surgery: Completed residency at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine from 1995 to 2000.
  • Subspecialty in Surgical Oncology: Advanced training in Surgical Oncology at Ankara University from 2004 to 2007.

 

  • Professional Experience:
  • Academic Roles: Served as Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, contributing significantly to medical education and research from 2001 to 2004.
  • Current Position: Practicing at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul, where he provides expert surgical oncology and general surgery services.

 

  • Areas of Expertise:
  • Cancer Surgery: Specializes in colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, and liver cancers, with extensive experience in managing complex oncological cases.
  • General Surgery: Expertise in treating conditions such as gallstones, hernias, thyroid disorders, and gastrointestinal diseases.
  • Advanced Surgical Techniques: Proficient in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, ensuring better outcomes and quicker recovery for patients.

 

  • Achievements and Recognition:
  • Published Research: Authored numerous articles in prestigious medical journals, contributing to advancements in surgical oncology.
  • Professional Awards: Recipient of the Best Research Award at the Surgical Oncology Congress in Istanbul (2003) and a Poster Award for his contributions to cancer research.

 

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Hamit Okur
Pediatric surgeon
29 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Hamit Okur

Pediatric surgeon
29 years of experience

Education and Specialization:

Medical Degree: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine (1985)

PhD in Pediatric Surgery: Erciyes University (1992)

European Diploma in Pediatric Surgery: UEMS (2000)

M.Sc. in Health Management: Beykent University (2009)

Minor Specialization in Pediatric Urology: Ministry of Health, Turkey (2011)

 

 

Professional Experience:

2014-2016: Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University, Faculty of Medicine

 

 

 

Areas of Interest:

Pediatric Urology

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Neonatal Surgery

Head and Neck Surgery in Children

Abdominal Laparoscopy

Liver Cyst

Inguinal Hernia Surgery

Treatment of conditions such as undescended testicles, varicoceles, Wilms tumor, and other pediatric urological disorders.

 

 

 

Courses and Certifications:

ECFMG Certificate: American Medical Doctor Equivalence Certificate

Additional Training: Various specialized courses and fellowships in pediatric surgery and urology

 

 

 

Professional Memberships:

European Society of Pediatric Urology

Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery

Turkish Medical Association

National Pediatric Association

Turkish Society of Pediatric Urology

Laboratory Animal Science Association

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Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu
General surgeon
27 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu

General surgeon
27 years of experience

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Date of Birth: 18.08.1968

Place of Birth: Konya – Cihanbeyli

Higher Education: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1991)

Specialization: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery

Specialization Graduation Thesis: Comparison of L-thyroxine Bromocriptine in Relation to

TSH Suppression After Total Thyroidectomy (19.02.1997)

Military Service: Sivas Military Hospital (1999-2000)

Foreign Language: English

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

- May 15, 1997-1999 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

- July 1999 – September 2000 – Sivas Military Hospital

- Since October 2000 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

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Hanifi Onalan
Surgical oncologist
25 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Atlas University Medicine Hospital

Hanifi Onalan

Surgical oncologist
25 years of experience

Gallbladder 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, botox 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)

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Xavier Centeno Fornies
Colorectal surgeon
30 years of experience
4.7
403 reviews

Xavier Centeno Fornies

Colorectal surgeon
30 years of experience
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon
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Edmundo Pichardo
Thoracic surgeon
37 years of experience

Edmundo Pichardo

Thoracic surgeon
37 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Kanit Wittayavanichai
Plastic surgeon
27 years of experience
Thailand, Bangkok
MAXi Cosmetic Surgery

Kanit Wittayavanichai

Plastic surgeon
27 years of experience

 Plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is currently a medical professor in Thammasat University. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor has expertise in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He is well known in Thailand and world wide for his facelift, eyelid, nose, breast augmentation surgery and tummy tuck along with sex reassignment surgery from male to female. With great attention to detail and ready to explain and provide all information  with honesty to help patients increase confidence in their decision based on safety being our biggest priority.

 

Board Certification

2002 Diploma Thai Board of General Surgery

2004 Diploma Thai board of Family Medicine

2008 Diploma Thai Board of Plastic Surgery

 

Specialization

Reconstruction surgery

Head and Neck reconstruction, Maxillofacial surgery, Flap, etc.

Cosmetic surgery

Sex change male to female, Facelift, facial contouring surgery, Rhinoplasty,

Mammoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Liposuction etc.



Associations

1.American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS)

2.Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand (ThPRS)

3.Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons of Thailand (THSAPS)

4.International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery(ISAPS)

5.Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (OSAPS)

 

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