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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Institutions He Works For
Skills And Expertise
Dr. Ufuk Önsal was born in Gelibolu in 1984. After graduating from high school at Ankara Atatürk Anatolian High School, he completed his undergraduate degree at the Faculty of Medicine at Afyon Kocatepe University. Ufuk Önsal, who subsequently specialized in General Surgery at Düzce University, has many professional experiences.
These:
Duzce University Faculty of Medicine Hospital 2014-2020
Izmir Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital 2020-2021
Private Health Hospital 2021-2022
Private Aegean City Hospital 2022-2023
And now he continues to serve his patients at Izmir Private Can Hospital.
VOCATIONAL COURSES/TRAININGS
Gastric Bypass and Beyond Basic Training Course, Turkish Society for Metabolic&Bariatric Surgery
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Training, Turkish Surgical Association
“Laser Technique” in the Treatment of Hemorrhoidal Diseases, Medikal Park Hospital
Laparoscopic Abdominal Wall Repairs, Dokuz Eylül University
Abdominal Surgery Clinical Anatomy, Ankara University
Breast and Thyroid Ultrasonography, Turkish Surgical Association
MENA EUS & ERCP Workshop, Bezmialem University
Workplace Medicine, T.R. Ministry of Social Security
PROFESSIONAL CONGRESSES
International Turkish Colorectal Surgery Congress, Antalya, 2021
National Surgery Congress, Antalya, 2018
Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Congress, Antalya, 2017
National Surgery Congress, Antalya, 2016
Read moreDr. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan was born in Ankara in 1971. After completing primary school in Gaziantep, he settled in Izmir and completed his secondary and high school education in Izmir. In the last years of his high school education, with his passion for white coats, he took the university exam and was accepted to Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
Cüneyt Çiftdoğan, who started his medical education at Ege University in 1988, graduated as a medical doctor in 1994 after an intensive and successful medical education. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan, who passed the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS) in 1997 and started his specialization training in the Department of General Surgery at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine, took part in many successful operations until 2002 and had serious experience in the branch of general surgery. After his specialist training, Op. Dr. He was entitled to receive the title.
Dr. Cüneyt Çiftdoğan has been working as a General Surgery Specialist since 2002. He has equipped his professional skills and abilities with technological developments by working in many public and private hospitals.
Professional Interests
Metabolic and Obesity Surgery
Gastric
Reflux Surgery
Goiter Surgery
Breast Diseases
Intestinal Tumor Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery
Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Surgery
Liver Cystic Diseases
Colon Cancer Surgery
Rectum Cancer Surgery
Perinal Fistula
Fissure and Hemorrhoidal Diseases
Pilonidal Sinus Surgeries
Soft Tissue Tumors
Diagnostic Endoscopy and Colonoscopy
Memberships to Scientific Organizations
Izmir Medical Chamber
Turkish Surgical Association
Aegean Region Surgical Association
Aegean Region Breast Diseases Association
Read moreInpatient and outpatient care of surgical patients, as well as ultrasound diagnostics.
The physician treats and diagnoses the following diseases and conditions: appendicitis, volvulus, intestinal adhesions, gastric and peptic ulcers, cholecystitis; hernias of various types, including femoral, inguinal, umbilical, and anterior abdominal wall hernias; varicose veins; injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, and pelvis; anorectal conditions such as anorectal fistula, anal fissure, and anal polyp; diseases of the coccyx, including coccygeal cysts and pilonidal sinuses; cutaneous and subcutaneous infections such as carbuncles, abscesses, phlegmon, furuncles, and hidradenitis; as well as the treatment of atheromas, lipomas, hygromas, and ingrown nails.
Read moreVahit Onur Gül graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Faculty in 1998. He became a general surgeon specialist in 2009 and a general surgery associate professor in 2020. He served as a military doctor in almost every city in our country. He received training in robotic surgery in the USA and microsurgery in Switzerland. He participated in many advanced laparoscopic surgery courses both domestically and internationally. He presented numerous oral and written papers at conferences and meetings both domestically and internationally. He has extensive experience in robotic and laparoscopic colon, stomach, and rectal cancer surgery, thyroid and breast surgery. He is currently serving at Ankara Koru Hospital. His medical interests include:
Robotic Surgery
Obesity Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Breast Surgery
Endocrine (Thyroid-Goiter) Surgery
Oncologic Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Anal Region Diseases
Hernia Surgery
Read moreDr. Hüseyin Yüce Bircan is a general and endocrine surgeon. He completed his residency at Ankara Oncology Hospital in 2004. He has worked in major hospitals in Turkey. He also gained international experience at Cleveland Clinic in the USA and Ospedale Santa Chiara in Italy.
Dr. Bircan was a faculty member in General Surgery and Transplantation at Başkent University until 2021. He now practices at Istanbul Oncology Hospital. He serves on the Supervisory Board of the Endocrine Surgery Association and is an active member of several surgical societies.
He is accredited by the Turkic World Transplantation Society. Dr. Bircan is known for his work in endocrine and transplant surgery. He has a strong record of clinical and academic achievements.
Read moreDr. Osman Krand is a general surgeon with a focus on gastrointestinal surgery. He has expertise in endoscopy, colorectal diseases, and surgery of the esophagus and stomach. He also performs procedures on the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract. Dr. Krand is known for treating abdominal tumors with surgery and hot chemotherapy.
He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his surgical training at Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital. Dr. Krand has served as Principal and Assistant Chair at leading hospitals in Istanbul. He has also taught as an associate professor and instructor at Yeditepe University.
Read moreDr. Vladimir Grubnik is a Doctor of Medical Sciences and Professor. He leads the Department of Surgery No. 1 with postgraduate training at Odessa National Medical University in Odessa, Ukraine.
He has received the State Prize of Ukraine. He is also recognized as an Honored Scientist and Technician of Ukraine. Dr. Grubnik is a board member and chairman of the committee on international relations for the Association of Endoscopic Surgeons of Europe.
He serves as vice-president of the Ukrainian Association of Specialists in Minimally Invasive, Endoscopic, and Laser Technologies. His work highlights his leadership in advanced surgical methods and international medical cooperation.
Read moreDr. Bogdan is an expert in advanced endoscopic procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy. He also performs both minimally invasive and traditional coloproctology treatments, including LHP. He is skilled in endoscopic surgeries like esophageal variceal ligation, polypectomy, gastrointestinal bleeding control, and bile duct procedures such as papillotomy and stenting.
He manages obesity with intragastric balloon placement. Dr. Bogdan also performs laparoscopic and open surgeries for hernias and gallstones. He provides urgent surgical care for acute abdominal conditions, offering thorough management for a wide range of gastrointestinal and surgical issues.
Read moreDr. Vitaly Sholokh is an experienced surgeon and oncosurgeon with more than 16 years in clinical practice. He performs open and laparoscopic abdominal surgeries. He also specializes in minimally invasive phlebology, including endovenous laser coagulation, sclerotherapy, and miniphlebectomy. In addition, he uses advanced techniques in proctology.
Dr. Sholokh earned his medical degree from Odessa State Medical University. He completed his surgical internship after graduation. He has worked in top surgical departments, such as Odessa Railway Hospital, St. Catherine’s Clinic, and OMD-CLINIC. He is a member of the Odessa Association of Surgeons and the European Association of Endoscopic Surgeons (EAST).
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