Best Polyps of the gastrointestinal tract gastroenterologists: TOP 146 doctors

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Bilal Ergul
Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Ankara
Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital

Bilal Ergul

Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience

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

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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

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4.5
3 reviews
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Tarik Akar
Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience
4.5
154 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Tarik Akar

Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience

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.

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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.

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Mustafa Sahin
General surgeon
37 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Mustafa Sahin

General surgeon
37 years of experience

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Jorge Moises Sandrus
General practitioner
35 years of experience
4.7
407 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Jorge Moises Sandrus

General practitioner
35 years of experience

Dr. Moises graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the Universidad Nacional de Tucumán in 1992 with a degree in Medicine and Surgery. He specialized in nephrology and defended his doctoral dissertation in 1995. He also received a research grant from the Universidad Nacional de Tucumán en Médico. He was a specialist in the Transplant Department of Hospital Clínic de Barcelona from 1995 to 2000, and the leading specialist of the Teknon Internal Medicine Department from 2004 to 2009. He is currently the head of this department and is a member of various organizations, including the Spanish Society of Nephrology, Spanish Society of Arterial Hypertension, and Catalan Society of Arterial Hypertension.

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Dr. Moises graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the Universidad Nacional de Tucumán in 1992 with a degree in Medicine and Surgery. He specialized in nephrology and defended his doctoral dissertation in 1995. He also received a research grant from the Universidad Nacional de Tucumán en Médico. He was a specialist in the Transplant Department of Hospital Clínic de Barcelona from 1995 to 2000, and the leading specialist of the Teknon Internal Medicine Department from 2004 to 2009. He is currently the head of this department and is a member of various organizations, including the Spanish Society of Nephrology, Spanish Society of Arterial Hypertension, and Catalan Society of Arterial Hypertension.

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4.7
407 reviews
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Camel Kopty
Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience
4.6
143 reviews
Austria, Vienna
Wiener Privatklinik

Camel Kopty

Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience

Prof. Kopty is a highly qualified specialist in internal medicine, gastroenterology, endoscopy, hepatology, and various liver diseases, with expertise and practical experience in more than 28,000 diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy specializations. He also has awards and publications in the fields of hepatology, hepatitis C and B, endoscopy, and best clinical endoscopy quality certificates.

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Prof. Kopty is a highly qualified specialist in internal medicine, gastroenterology, endoscopy, hepatology, and various liver diseases, with expertise and practical experience in more than 28,000 diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy specializations. He also has awards and publications in the fields of hepatology, hepatitis C and B, endoscopy, and best clinical endoscopy quality certificates.

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Nadir Arber
Gastroenterologist
43 years of experience
4.4
142 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Nadir Arber

Gastroenterologist
43 years of experience

Prof. Nadir Arber is a top gastroenterologist from Israel with over 30 years of experience in the field. He is specialized in the prevention, early diagnostics, and treatment of GI cancers, with education from Hebrew University, Tel Aviv University, and NewYork-Presbyterian Center. He has written over 300 papers on his research and is a member of numerous organizations in the field.

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Prof. Nadir Arber is a top gastroenterologist from Israel with over 30 years of experience in the field. He is specialized in the prevention, early diagnostics, and treatment of GI cancers, with education from Hebrew University, Tel Aviv University, and NewYork-Presbyterian Center. He has written over 300 papers on his research and is a member of numerous organizations in the field.

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Cemalettin Aydin
General surgeon
36 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Cemalettin Aydin

General surgeon
36 years of experience

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
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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
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Jaroslav Tvaruzek
General surgeon
35 years of experience
4.5
61 reviews
Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici
Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital

Jaroslav Tvaruzek

General surgeon
35 years of experience

Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a specialist in robotic surgery. Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical - the American produced of the original Da Vinci robots. The doctor is a member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Association of Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery located in the St. Zdislava Hospital (the Czech Republic). The doctor has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries for his practice. Among them are:

  • prostatectomy with preservation of the erectile function
  • transoral surgeries (removal tumors of the nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, mouth)
  • thyroidectomy
  • nephrectomy
  • bariatric surgeries (surgical treatment of obesity).
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Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a specialist in robotic surgery. Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical - the American produced of the original Da Vinci robots. The doctor is a member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Association of Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery located in the St. Zdislava Hospital (the Czech Republic). The doctor has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries for his practice. Among them are:

  • prostatectomy with preservation of the erectile function
  • transoral surgeries (removal tumors of the nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, mouth)
  • thyroidectomy
  • nephrectomy
  • bariatric surgeries (surgical treatment of obesity).
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Osman Aktas
Gastrointestinal surgeon
33 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Avicenna International Hospital

Osman Aktas

Gastrointestinal surgeon
33 years of experience

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.

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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.

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Associate Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz
Gastroenterologist
18 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Erdem Hospital

Associate Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz

Gastroenterologist
18 years of experience
  • Education

Postgraduate: General Surgery Department, Marmara University  – İstanbul Specialization Training, 2002-2007

University: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – İstanbul, 1995-2002

  • Associate Professor: Bagcilar training and research Hospital, 2017

 

Experience

  • 2019-Now Çamlıca Erdem Hospital/Istanbul
  • 2014 – 2019  Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital / Istanbul
  • 2012 - 2014  Özel Duygu Hospital /İstanbul
  • 2010 – 2012  Viranşehir Public Hospital / Şanlıurfa
  • 2007- 2009     Military Service- Ambulance helicopter doctor, Malatya
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Editorial Board Membership

  • Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology
  • Advances in Weight Loss Management and Medical Devices
  • Journal of General Surgery
  • American Journal of Liver & Clinical Research(AJLCR)

Association Memberships 

  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Derneği
  • Turkey Obesity Surgery Society
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association (ELCD)
  • International Federation For The Surgery Of Obesity And Metabolic  Disorders (IFSO)

 

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  • Education

Postgraduate: General Surgery Department, Marmara University  – İstanbul Specialization Training, 2002-2007

University: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – İstanbul, 1995-2002

  • Associate Professor: Bagcilar training and research Hospital, 2017

 

Experience

  • 2019-Now Çamlıca Erdem Hospital/Istanbul
  • 2014 – 2019  Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital / Istanbul
  • 2012 - 2014  Özel Duygu Hospital /İstanbul
  • 2010 – 2012  Viranşehir Public Hospital / Şanlıurfa
  • 2007- 2009     Military Service- Ambulance helicopter doctor, Malatya
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Editorial Board Membership

  • Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology
  • Advances in Weight Loss Management and Medical Devices
  • Journal of General Surgery
  • American Journal of Liver & Clinical Research(AJLCR)

Association Memberships 

  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Derneği
  • Turkey Obesity Surgery Society
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association (ELCD)
  • International Federation For The Surgery Of Obesity And Metabolic  Disorders (IFSO)

 

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Katayoon Homayoon
Gastroenterologist
12 years of experience
5.0
1 review
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Dubai London Hospital

Katayoon Homayoon

Gastroenterologist
12 years of experience

Dr. Homayoon is a Specialist Gastroenterologist with more than 11 years of experience in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy, and colonoscopy, and more than 16 years of experience in the field of internal medicine. She has graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences which is one of the best universities in Iran, and has one of the most equipped and advanced transplant centres in the world (Abu-Ali Sina Hospital). Dr. Homayoon has vast experience in treating patients with all types of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders such as oesophageal motility disorders, all types of hepatitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, gastric and duodenal ulcers, constipation, H pylori infection, irritable bowel syndrome, fatty liver, cirrhosis, gastroesophageal reflux disorders, occult blood in stool, melena, fresh rectal bleeding, celiac disease, acute and chronic diarrhoea, food intolerance, flatulence, liver cysts, liver abscess, pancreatitis, and abdominal pain. She has expertise in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, total colonoscopy, and liver elastography.

EXPERTISE:

  • Upper GI endoscopy
  • Total lower GI colonoscopy
  • Liver fibro scan
  • Oesophageal Gastric, small bowel, large bowel, pancreatic, hepatic, and biliary tract disease
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Hepatic disorders
  • Management of gastrointestinal emergencies

 

 

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Dr. Homayoon is a Specialist Gastroenterologist with more than 11 years of experience in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy, and colonoscopy, and more than 16 years of experience in the field of internal medicine. She has graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences which is one of the best universities in Iran, and has one of the most equipped and advanced transplant centres in the world (Abu-Ali Sina Hospital). Dr. Homayoon has vast experience in treating patients with all types of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders such as oesophageal motility disorders, all types of hepatitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, gastric and duodenal ulcers, constipation, H pylori infection, irritable bowel syndrome, fatty liver, cirrhosis, gastroesophageal reflux disorders, occult blood in stool, melena, fresh rectal bleeding, celiac disease, acute and chronic diarrhoea, food intolerance, flatulence, liver cysts, liver abscess, pancreatitis, and abdominal pain. She has expertise in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, total colonoscopy, and liver elastography.

EXPERTISE:

  • Upper GI endoscopy
  • Total lower GI colonoscopy
  • Liver fibro scan
  • Oesophageal Gastric, small bowel, large bowel, pancreatic, hepatic, and biliary tract disease
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Hepatic disorders
  • Management of gastrointestinal emergencies

 

 

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Samet Yardimci
General surgeon
22 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Samet Yardimci

General surgeon
22 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı - Specialist in Gastroenterology and General Surgery

Education and Specialization:

  • Medical Degree: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2003)
  • Residency in General Surgery: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (2003-2009)
  • Fellowship in Gastroenterology Surgery: Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital (2009-2012)

Professional Experience:

  • 2003-2009: Assistant Doctor at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
  • 2009-2012: Specialist at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
  • 2012-2017: Specialist at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
  • 2017-2018: Associate Professor at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
  • 2018-Present: Professor at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Areas of Expertise:

  • Obesity Surgery
  • Gastroenterology Surgery
  • Reflux Surgery
  • Stomach Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Colorectal Surgery

Research and Publications: Prof. Dr. Yardımcı has numerous publications in international journals, focusing on topics such as liver regeneration, splenic hydatid cysts, and the surgical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. His research includes innovative methods in bariatric surgery and the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases.

Certifications and Awards:

  • Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate
  • International Observership Certificate from Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
  • Best Young Researcher Award at the Congress of Transplantation (2011)
  • Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate Patient Satisfaction Certificate

Professional Memberships:

  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
  • Gastroenterology Surgery Association
  • Turkish Obesity Surgery Association
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
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Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı - Specialist in Gastroenterology and General Surgery

Education and Specialization:

  • Medical Degree: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2003)
  • Residency in General Surgery: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (2003-2009)
  • Fellowship in Gastroenterology Surgery: Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital (2009-2012)

Professional Experience:

  • 2003-2009: Assistant Doctor at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
  • 2009-2012: Specialist at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
  • 2012-2017: Specialist at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
  • 2017-2018: Associate Professor at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
  • 2018-Present: Professor at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Areas of Expertise:

  • Obesity Surgery
  • Gastroenterology Surgery
  • Reflux Surgery
  • Stomach Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Colorectal Surgery

Research and Publications: Prof. Dr. Yardımcı has numerous publications in international journals, focusing on topics such as liver regeneration, splenic hydatid cysts, and the surgical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. His research includes innovative methods in bariatric surgery and the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases.

Certifications and Awards:

  • Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate
  • International Observership Certificate from Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
  • Best Young Researcher Award at the Congress of Transplantation (2011)
  • Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate Patient Satisfaction Certificate

Professional Memberships:

  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
  • Gastroenterology Surgery Association
  • Turkish Obesity Surgery Association
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
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Siegbert Rossol
Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience
4.4
52 reviews
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)

Siegbert Rossol

Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience

Dr. Siegbert Rossol is a highly experienced gastroenterologist with over 34 years of experience in the field. He is a member of various medical societies and has studied human medicine, health management, and interventional sonography. He has published numerous articles and has exceptional expertise in endoscopic therapy, endobarrier therapy, and inflammatory bowel disease.

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Dr. Siegbert Rossol is a highly experienced gastroenterologist with over 34 years of experience in the field. He is a member of various medical societies and has studied human medicine, health management, and interventional sonography. He has published numerous articles and has exceptional expertise in endoscopic therapy, endobarrier therapy, and inflammatory bowel disease.

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Antonio Braun
Colorectal surgeon
26 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Maria Cecilia Hospital

Antonio Braun

Colorectal surgeon
26 years of experience

Member of SICOB - Italian Society of Obesity Surgery and ACOI - Association of Italian Hospital Surgeons                                               

Dr Braun is a board-certified general surgeon with over 25 years of experience specializing in gastrointestinal surgery, particularly in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) through Fundoplication surgery. He has performed over 500 successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures, with a focus on minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. His expertise extends to diagnosing complex cases of GERD and offering comprehensive treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.

He has carried out his main training experiences in various international institutions and specialization courses in general and digestive system surgery, including a two-year training internship at Johns Hopkins University, Division of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery and numerous courses in Madrid, with Prof. E. Moreno Gonzales (Curso Internacional de Actualizaciòn en chirurgia General y del Aparato Digestivo) or in New Orleans (Medical Education at the 90th Annual Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons).

Dr. Braun has extensive expertise in the field of digestive surgery. He has focused on implementing advanced protocols and optimizing surgical techniques, while maintaining high standards of safety and patient care. He has collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to provide an integrated and personalized approach in the management of obese or digestive disorder patients, improving quality of life and reducing post-operative complications.

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Member of SICOB - Italian Society of Obesity Surgery and ACOI - Association of Italian Hospital Surgeons                                               

Dr Braun is a board-certified general surgeon with over 25 years of experience specializing in gastrointestinal surgery, particularly in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) through Fundoplication surgery. He has performed over 500 successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures, with a focus on minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. His expertise extends to diagnosing complex cases of GERD and offering comprehensive treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.

He has carried out his main training experiences in various international institutions and specialization courses in general and digestive system surgery, including a two-year training internship at Johns Hopkins University, Division of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery and numerous courses in Madrid, with Prof. E. Moreno Gonzales (Curso Internacional de Actualizaciòn en chirurgia General y del Aparato Digestivo) or in New Orleans (Medical Education at the 90th Annual Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons).

Dr. Braun has extensive expertise in the field of digestive surgery. He has focused on implementing advanced protocols and optimizing surgical techniques, while maintaining high standards of safety and patient care. He has collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to provide an integrated and personalized approach in the management of obese or digestive disorder patients, improving quality of life and reducing post-operative complications.

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Auala Hubert
Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience
4.5
12 reviews
Israel, Jerusalem
Hadassah Medical Center

Auala Hubert

Gastroenterologist
35 years of experience

Dr. Auala Hubert is a board-certified Medical Oncologist & Radiotherapist with 33 years of experience, speaking both English and Hebrew. She is a member of several medical and social service committees and holds qualifications in Oncology and Radiotherapy.

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Dr. Auala Hubert is a board-certified Medical Oncologist & Radiotherapist with 33 years of experience, speaking both English and Hebrew. She is a member of several medical and social service committees and holds qualifications in Oncology and Radiotherapy.

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Murat Sarikaya
Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Murat Sarikaya

Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience

Experience:

2022 - 

Medipol Bahçelievler

2021 - 2022

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY SEFAKÖY HOSPITAL

2018 - 2020

İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

2014 - 2020

TOKAT STATE HOSPITAL

2010 - 2010

BINGOL STATE HOSPITAL

 

Education:

2021

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY, GASTROTEROLOGY

2018

İSTINYE UNIVERSITY, INTERNAL DISEASES USA

2014

ANKARA TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, GASTROENTEROLOGY

2010

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/INTERNAL MEDICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT/INTERNAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT

2004

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

 

A. International Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

Title: Fatal fulminant hepatitis B after withdrawal of entecavir treatment in a patient with HBeAg seroconversion.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Babalı Ayşegül, Çakal Başak
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: (Kontrol No: 1206043)

Title: Acute gastric obstruction resulting from gallstone-induced bezoar.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Akbal Erdem
  • Journal: The American Surgeon
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: 78(12)
  • Page: 529
  • (Kontrol No: 1129707)

Title: Garlic-induced esophagitis.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 76(2)
  • Page: 262
  • (Kontrol No: 1131422)

Title: Association between Helicobacter pylori and liver-to-spleen ratio.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 107-110
  • Citations: 7
  • DOI: 10.1097/MEG.0b013e3283590c10
  • (Kontrol No: 1131424)

Title: Crohn's disease masked by median arcuate ligament syndrome.

  • Authors: Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim, Sarıkaya Murat, Uysal Ramadan Selma, Ergül Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Chinese Medical Journal
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 126 (14)
  • Page: 2798
  • Citations: 1
  • (Kontrol No: 1131477)

Title: Telaprevir and anemia: What we learned from the first three patients.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 45(7)
  • Page: 575-575
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.3109/00365548.2012.759271
  • (Kontrol No: 1129738)

Title: Magnesium and parathyroid hormone levels of patients using different proton pump inhibitors.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergul Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36 (2)
  • Pages: 145-148
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d3753
  • (Kontrol No: 1129715)

Title: Is topical pharyngeal anesthesia necessary in esophagogastroduodenoscopy in all unsedated patients?

  • Authors: Ergül Bilal, Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Digestive Endoscopy
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 90-91
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.1111/j.1443-1661.2012.01383.x
  • (Kontrol No: 1129879)

Title: Inpatient Care Of Hepatitis C: Applying The Four Pillars Model To The Hospital Setting.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36(2)
  • Pages: 141-144
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d33db
  • (Kontrol No: 1129712)

Title: "The "Bouveret's Syndrome" Case Resolved Without Necrotic Changes."

  • Authors: Bilal Ergül, Murat Sarıkaya, Zeynal Doğan, Sevda İdil, Tarkan Karakan, Abdullah Çetin Köseoğlu
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 725434
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/725434
  • (Kontrol No: 1131423)

Title: Severe acute pancreatitis due to hypertriglyceridemia.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 945902
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/945902
  • (Kontrol No: 1131425)

Title: Gallstone Ileus Caused by Cholecystoenteric Fistula Demonstrated on Computed Tomography.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Sevda İdil
  • Journal: Case Reports in Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 652960
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/652960
  • (Kontrol No: 1131426)

Title: Intestinal Perforation Due to Ingested Chicken Bone Mimicking Crohn's Disease.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 604820
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/604820
  • (Kontrol No: 1131427)

Title: Acute pancreatitis induced by hypertriglyceridemia: A case-based review.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 24(3)
  • Pages: 276-280
  • DOI: 10.4318/tjg.2013.0565
  • (Kontrol No: 1129727)

Title: An Unusual Complication of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography: Severe Acute Pancreatitis Leading to Death.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Tarkan Karakan
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 658370
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/658370
  • (Kontrol No: 1131475)

Title: A Rare Cause of Abdominal Pain: Mesenteric Panniculitis.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 925259
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/925259
  • (Kontrol No: 1131476)

B. Contributions to Scientific Conferences:

Title: Suicidal poisonings in Turkey: demographic and clinical aspects.

  • Authors: Sarikaya M., Gunes A., Goksu E., Erdogan G., Ozen C., Kaya A.
  • Conference: 30th European Congress of Clinical Toxicology (EAPCCT)
  • Year: 2000
  • Abstract ID: P44
  • (Kontrol No: 1131478)

Title: A Rare Cause of Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Aortoenteric Fistula.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Conference: World Congress of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Abstract ID: P1367
  • (Kontrol No: 1131479)
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Experience:

2022 - 

Medipol Bahçelievler

2021 - 2022

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY SEFAKÖY HOSPITAL

2018 - 2020

İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

2014 - 2020

TOKAT STATE HOSPITAL

2010 - 2010

BINGOL STATE HOSPITAL

 

Education:

2021

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY, GASTROTEROLOGY

2018

İSTINYE UNIVERSITY, INTERNAL DISEASES USA

2014

ANKARA TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, GASTROENTEROLOGY

2010

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/INTERNAL MEDICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT/INTERNAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT

2004

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

 

A. International Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

Title: Fatal fulminant hepatitis B after withdrawal of entecavir treatment in a patient with HBeAg seroconversion.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Babalı Ayşegül, Çakal Başak
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: (Kontrol No: 1206043)

Title: Acute gastric obstruction resulting from gallstone-induced bezoar.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Akbal Erdem
  • Journal: The American Surgeon
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: 78(12)
  • Page: 529
  • (Kontrol No: 1129707)

Title: Garlic-induced esophagitis.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 76(2)
  • Page: 262
  • (Kontrol No: 1131422)

Title: Association between Helicobacter pylori and liver-to-spleen ratio.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 107-110
  • Citations: 7
  • DOI: 10.1097/MEG.0b013e3283590c10
  • (Kontrol No: 1131424)

Title: Crohn's disease masked by median arcuate ligament syndrome.

  • Authors: Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim, Sarıkaya Murat, Uysal Ramadan Selma, Ergül Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Chinese Medical Journal
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 126 (14)
  • Page: 2798
  • Citations: 1
  • (Kontrol No: 1131477)

Title: Telaprevir and anemia: What we learned from the first three patients.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 45(7)
  • Page: 575-575
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.3109/00365548.2012.759271
  • (Kontrol No: 1129738)

Title: Magnesium and parathyroid hormone levels of patients using different proton pump inhibitors.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergul Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36 (2)
  • Pages: 145-148
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d3753
  • (Kontrol No: 1129715)

Title: Is topical pharyngeal anesthesia necessary in esophagogastroduodenoscopy in all unsedated patients?

  • Authors: Ergül Bilal, Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Digestive Endoscopy
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 90-91
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.1111/j.1443-1661.2012.01383.x
  • (Kontrol No: 1129879)

Title: Inpatient Care Of Hepatitis C: Applying The Four Pillars Model To The Hospital Setting.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36(2)
  • Pages: 141-144
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d33db
  • (Kontrol No: 1129712)

Title: "The "Bouveret's Syndrome" Case Resolved Without Necrotic Changes."

  • Authors: Bilal Ergül, Murat Sarıkaya, Zeynal Doğan, Sevda İdil, Tarkan Karakan, Abdullah Çetin Köseoğlu
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 725434
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/725434
  • (Kontrol No: 1131423)

Title: Severe acute pancreatitis due to hypertriglyceridemia.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 945902
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/945902
  • (Kontrol No: 1131425)

Title: Gallstone Ileus Caused by Cholecystoenteric Fistula Demonstrated on Computed Tomography.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Sevda İdil
  • Journal: Case Reports in Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 652960
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/652960
  • (Kontrol No: 1131426)

Title: Intestinal Perforation Due to Ingested Chicken Bone Mimicking Crohn's Disease.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 604820
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/604820
  • (Kontrol No: 1131427)

Title: Acute pancreatitis induced by hypertriglyceridemia: A case-based review.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 24(3)
  • Pages: 276-280
  • DOI: 10.4318/tjg.2013.0565
  • (Kontrol No: 1129727)

Title: An Unusual Complication of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography: Severe Acute Pancreatitis Leading to Death.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Tarkan Karakan
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 658370
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/658370
  • (Kontrol No: 1131475)

Title: A Rare Cause of Abdominal Pain: Mesenteric Panniculitis.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 925259
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/925259
  • (Kontrol No: 1131476)

B. Contributions to Scientific Conferences:

Title: Suicidal poisonings in Turkey: demographic and clinical aspects.

  • Authors: Sarikaya M., Gunes A., Goksu E., Erdogan G., Ozen C., Kaya A.
  • Conference: 30th European Congress of Clinical Toxicology (EAPCCT)
  • Year: 2000
  • Abstract ID: P44
  • (Kontrol No: 1131478)

Title: A Rare Cause of Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Aortoenteric Fistula.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Conference: World Congress of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Abstract ID: P1367
  • (Kontrol No: 1131479)
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