Best Esophagectomy gastroenterologists in Turkey: TOP 37 doctors

Medical Interests and Activities 

Gastrointestinal diseases 

Oncologic laparoscopic surgery 

Anorectal area diseases 

Urgent surgical cases (acute cholecystitis, divertikülit, ileus, pankreatit, appendicitis) 

Colon and rectum cancer 

Treatment of oncologic surgical cases with further laparoscopic and robotic surgery. 

Laparoscopic hernia surgery 

Esophagus and stomach cancer 

Selim anorectal diseases (hemorrhoidal disease, anal fissure), perianal fistula, pilonoidal sinus (hairless- non-surgical treatment)

Education and Experience 

İstanbul University Medical Faculty 1988 

University of Colorado Health Science Center – Intern Surgeon 

Isparta, Dedeçam Şehit Ramazan Karaca Health Center (1995-1996) 

İstanbul Surgery Hospital – American Hospital (2000-2001) 

Chief assistant Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of General Surgery (2001-2008) 

World Congress on Peritonel Surface Malignancies (HIPEC course) Berlin, Germany (2012) 

USC Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA (2006-2007) 

Assoc. Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2008-2014) 

Da Vinci Robotic Intensive Course at IRCAD, Strasbourg, France (2011) 

Stony Brook Medicine Cadaver Training Event in Colon and Rectal Surgery, New York, USA (2016) (Instructor) 

Fellow of the European Board of Surgery- Emergency Surgery (FEBS EmSurg) Honorary Diploma (2017) 

Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2014 -2017) 

İstanbul University Medical Faculty – General Surgery Master of Science 1996 

University of Southern California Medical Center, Department of General Surgery, Los Angeles, USA – February 2006 – February 2007

Liv Hospital

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Surgery 

National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association 

Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association 

National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association 

Hepato-Pancreato-Bilier Surgery Association 

Istanbul Surgical Association 

Flebology Association 

ESTES (European Society of Trauma and Emergency Surgery) 

International Society of Surgery (ISS)

Dr. Tarık Akar graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2000 and was granted the title of “Internist” in 2004. He has published 19 international papers, 6 local papers, and 25 local and international congress presentations. His fields of medical interest include Achalasia, ESD, ERCP, Zenker’s Diverticulum, and Gastroparesis.

Mustafa Solak, M.D. is a medical doctor who graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine and has completed residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. He specializes in Breast Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head-Neck Cancer, and Gastrointestinal Cancers. He has also worked at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Hitit University Corum Training Hospital, and Medical Park Hospital.

Dr. is a highly experienced surgeon with a specialization from Istanbul University and experience from various hospitals in Turkey. He is a member of multiple surgical societies and has completed various courses and certifications in the field of surgery.

Specializations

Cancer Surgery

Pancreatic Surgery

Bile Duct Surgery

Bariatric Metabolic Surgery

Oncological Surgery

Breast Surgery

Gastric cancer

Colon cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Obesity Surgery

Diabetes Surgeries

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (MD): Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University, 1989

Specialized Education and Experience:

• General Surgery Specialist Degree: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 1997
• Fellowship: Gastroenterology Surgery, Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, 2005

Academic Career:

• Associate Professor: General Surgery, Inonu University, 2011
• Professorship: General Surgery, İnönü University, 2017

Dr. Osman Aktas has been serving as a general surgeon at Ataşehir Avicenna Hospital since 2005. Born in Kayseri in 1960, he graduated with his medical degree from Ankara University in 1983. Following his graduation, he fulfilled his military service in medical units for two years. He completed his general surgery residency at GATA from 1986 to 1990. After specializing in general surgery, He held key positions as head of general surgery departments and chief physician in several prominent military hospitals, including Tatvan, Diyarbakır, Ankara, and Manisa.

Dr. Osman has had a special focus on endoscopic surgery since 1995. He received advanced training in laparoscopic surgery techniques in Germany and has successfully performed a wide range of laparoscopic procedures. His expertise extends to gallbladder surgery, abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repairs, appendicitis, reflux and stomach surgeries, as well as complex cases such as gastrointestinal tumors, intestinal obstructions, and various other intestinal diseases, all managed through minimally invasive methods.

In 2002, Dr. Osman transitioned to the private sector, where he broadened his practice to include modern treatments for anal diseases like hemorrhoids, fistulas, and fissures, utilizing advanced techniques such as laser therapy.

Dr. Osman is also recognized for his significant contributions to oncological surgery. He has a wealth of experience in the surgical treatment of various cancers, including breast and thyroid cancer, where he has implemented new treatment methods that reduce the risk of complications. His surgical expertise spans critical cancer surgeries, such as the Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer resections, gastric cancer, and other complex malignancies. Additionally, his skills in metabolic surgery have led to lasting outcomes for patients suffering from obesity and diabetes, ensuring a better quality of life through sustained weight loss and reduced risk of diabetes.

With his vast experience and advanced skills in both laparoscopic and cancer surgeries, Dr. Osman remains at the forefront of surgical excellence, offering innovative and comprehensive care to all his patients.

Procedures Performed

• Laparoscopic and Open Malignant Stomach Operations
• Small Intestine Operations
• Large Intestine Operations
• Rectal Disease Operations
• Laparoscopic and Open Benign Stomach Procedures
• Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Repair Operations
• Laparoscopic and Open Appendectomy Operations
• Laparoscopic and Open Cholecystectomy Operations
• Laparoscopic and Open Splenectomy Operations
• Laparoscopic and Open Anti-Reflux Procedures
• Laparoscopic and Open Endocrinology Procedures
• Sleeve Gastrectomy and Gastric Bypass Surgeries
• Oncoplastic Benign and Malignant Breast Surgeries
• Thyroid Surgery for Benign and Malignant Diseases
• Perianal Region Procedures (fissure, fistula, pilonidal sinus)
• Placement and Removal of Gastric Balloons
• Endoscopic and Surgical Placement of Feeding Tubes in the Stomach
• Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Procedures
• Liver Surgery

Diseases Treated

• Obesity Disorders
• Benign Thyroid Diseases and Tumors
• Benign Diseases and Tumors of the Esophagus
• Benign Diseases and Tumors of the Breast
• Benign Stomach Diseases (Reflux Disease) and Tumors
• Benign Diseases (Meckel and other diverticula) and Tumors of the Small Intestine
• Benign Diseases (diverticula) and Tumors of the Large Intestine
• Benign Diseases and Tumors of the Rectum
• Perianal Region Diseases (fissure, fistula, hemorrhoids, abscess, pilonidal sinus)
• Benign Liver Diseases and Tumors

ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012

Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018

Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

Impact Factor: 8.1577

Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

• Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
  City: Malatya
  Position: Assistant Chief Physician
  Period: 2021 - 2024

Dr. Bilal Ergul, MD, is a pioneering force in the field of gastroenterology.  

His innovative treatment protocols have transformed the lives of many patients, including a remarkable case where he successfully treated a patient with a Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery.

Dr. Bilal Ergul, often says, ‘Healing is more than treating a condition; it’s about restoring hope and improving lives.’ This philosophy is evident in every aspect of his work, making his and his team truly inspirational figure in the medical community."
He has authored around 100 publications in different academic topics

Education 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

Education and Academic Titles

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, 1992
• Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Residency, 1995
• Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Residency, 2000
• Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor of General Surgery, 2007
• Interuniversity Council – Associate Professorship, 2018
• Istanbul Aydın University – Professorship, 2023
• Second Bachelor’s Degree: Anadolu University – Public Administration, 2008
• Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University – Health Law, 2023

Specializations

Oncological Surgery (Cancer Surgery)

Breast Diseases Surgery

Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases surgery

Thyroid – Parathyroid Surgery

Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernia, Stomach Hernia Surgery

Closed (Laparoscopic) Hernia Surgery

Endoscopy Applications

Treatment of Gastrointestinal System Diseases

Education and Specialization

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association

UNIVERSITY

Ankara University Faculty of Medicine 

UNIVERSITY WHERE HE TAKES EXPERTISE

Göztepe Training and Research Hospital General Surgery

CONGRESSES ATTENDED

National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Congress

World Congress on Controversies to Consensus in Diabetes, Obesity and Hypertension

Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Congress

Cerrahpaşa Surgery Meetings Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association

Education

Doctor: Kilis Merkez No. 1 Health Center, 2006-2008
Assistant Doctor: Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, 2009-2013
Specialist Doctor: Bingöl Genç State Hospital, 2013-2014
Minor Assistant: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, 2014-2017
Minor Specialist: Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital, 2017-2018
Subspecialist: Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital, 2018-2020
Attending Specialist: Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, 2020-2022
Associate Professor: Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, 2023
Associate Professor: Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, 2023-2024

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Pediatric Society
Turkish Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
ESPGHAN - European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition.

Medical Intrests

• 
  -Irritable (Restless) Bowel Syndrome
• -Food allergies associated with the digestive system
• -Constipation, faecal incontinence
• -Acute and chronic diarrhoea, malabsorption
• -Chronic abdominal pain
• -Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• -Celiac disease
• -Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease
• -Treatment before and after liver transplantation
• -Acute and chronic pancreatitis

Education & Specialization

• 1994 to 2000 – Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 2002 to 2006 – Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Specialization in General Surgery
• 2008 to 2010 – İstanbul Koşuyolu High Specialization Hospital, Gastroenterology Surgery Sub-Specialization

Work Experience

• Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• Dicle University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Specialization in General Surgery
• Kahta State Hospital – General Surgery Specialist
• İstanbul Koşuyolu High Specialization Hospital – Gastroenterology Surgery Sub-Specialist
• Çanakkale 18 Mart University, Department of General Surgery Faculty Member

Professional Memberships

• -Turkish Surgical Association
• -Gastroenterology Surgery Association

Scientific Publications

Scientific Publications

L-Carnitine has a protective effect on the colonic mucosa during abdominopelvic radiotherapy in rats – Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira

Preoperative local staging of colorectal cancer patients with MDCT – Hepato-gastroenterology

The effect of amifostine on bacterial translocation after radiation-induced acute enteritis – Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira

I Effects of Pantoprazole on Contractile Tone and Contraction Frequency of Rat Pyloric Sphincter – Latin American Journal of Pharmacy

Endovascular treatment of delayed hemorrhage developing after pancreaticoduodenectomy – Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift

Perianal Giant Condyloma Acuminatum (Buschke‐Löwenstein Tumor): A Case Report – Case Reports in Surgery

Management of flap dehiscence after Limberg procedure for recurrent pilonidal disease using NPWT – ABCD Arquivos Brasileiros de Cirurgia Digestiva

Isolated omental panniculitis: Two case reports and review of literature – European Journal of General Medicine

The Effect of Endobag Usage on Port Site Infection During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Benign pneumoperitoneum after diagnostic colonoscopy: Case Report – Turkish Journal of Colorectal Disease

Education

• (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