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About Dr. Akif Enes Arikan

Conditons treated by Dr. Akif Enes Arikan

Here is a list of some of the conditions the General Laparoscopic Surgeon Akif Enes Arikan treats:

  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection

The General Laparoscopic Surgeon uses “minimally invasive” surgery to treat various digestive conditions. Most intestinal surgeries are performed using the laparoscopic technique. They include surgery for ulcerative colitis, cancer, Crohn’s disease, diverticulitis, rectal prolapse, and constipation.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Akif Enes Arikan

The conditions requiring laparoscopic surgery produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Some of these signs and symptoms include:

  • Abdominal bloating
  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Flatulence
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades
  • Loss of appetite
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements

The symptoms are caused by a disorder that affects the abdomen or pelvis and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions.

Operating Hours of Dr. Akif Enes Arikan

If you want to seek consultation from doctor Akif Enes Arikan, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Akif Enes Arikan

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Akif Enes Arikan perform are given below:

  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal may the best option to get rid of gallbladder complications. There are many advantages of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, such as smaller incision, less pain than after open surgery, and quicker recovery compared to open surgery.

Qualification

  • 2016 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine General Surgery
  • 2016 Turkish Surgical Association, Certificate of Proficiency
  • 2009 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Work Experiences

  • 2018 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2017 - 2018 Khorasan State Hospital, General Surgery Specialist
  • 2016 - 2016 University of Insubria, Chirurgia I, Varese-Italy, MD, Clinical and Research Fellow
  • 2016 - 2017 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery AD Specialist Dr.
  • 2014 Academic Editor in Medicine
  • 2011 - 2016 Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery AD Specialization Student Doctor
  • 2009 - 2010 T.C. Ministry of Health Istanbul Provincial Ambulance Service, Medical Doctor
  • 2003 - 2003 Intern of Enterprise Resource Planning, Software and Workflows in Infronic Computer Systems and Communication Technologies Istanbul
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MEMBERSHIPS (8)

  • Endocrine Surgery Association
  • Endocrine Surgery Association, National Adrenal Working Group, Executive Board
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • European Endocrine Surgery Association
  • European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Module for Head and Neck Cancer
  • Turkish Surgical Association, Endoscopy Training Working Group
  • Associate Fellow of American College of Surgeons
  • Asia Pacific Thyroid Surgery Association

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • A rare case of non-surgical cause of vocal cord paralysis: Vocal cord hematoma.
  • Effect of Energy Based Devices on Voice Quality After Total Thyroidectomy.
  • Skin metastasis on the neck: an unusual presentation of recurrence of papillary thyroid carcinoma.
  • Is it necessary to perform prophylactic cholecystectomy for all symptomatic gallbladder polyps diagnosed with ultrasound?
  • Single port thoracoscopic treatment of thoracic duct injury after thyroidectomy with neck dissection.

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PROCEDURES

  • Appendectomy
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Akif Enes Arikan have?
Dr. Akif Enes Arikan is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Akif Enes Arikan offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Akif Enes Arikan have?
Dr. Akif Enes Arikan is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 17 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a specialist who specializes in laparoscopic surgery to remove disease and repair injuries. They also perform various different tests and provide guidance for surgery. The doctors may be called on to perform surgery on any part of the body. The surgery is done through a minimally invasive procedure using a laparoscope. A General Laparoscopic Surgeon also cares for people having different conditions like Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis, etc. The surgeon is part of a surgical team that includes anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgical technicians. You may like to talk to the surgeon about the procedure prior to surgery.

What are the tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon?

There are various diagnostic tests that help a General Laparoscopic Surgeon diagnose conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. The tests are:

  • Physical Exam
  • Urine Tests
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Blood Tests
  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Skrotal Doppler

There are various types of conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. Every condition has different symptoms and signs. A person may not have the same set of signs for a condition and the severity of symptoms might also differ. You need to see a gynecologist if you have persistent symptoms. The doctor will perform some tests to detect the condition and plan the treatment as per the test report.

When should you go to see a general laparoscopic surgeon?

There are many reasons to see a general laparoscopic surgeon. Your primary doctor will evaluate your condition and will suggest you see a general laparoscopic surgeon if they find that the condition of the abdomen would need laparoscopic surgery. Below are some situations when you need to see a General Laparoscopic Surgeon:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.

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Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

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Last Reviewed - January 2026

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Dr. Shagufta Parveen

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