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Dr. Nihat Yavuz

Dr. Nihat Yavuz

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

26 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Nihat Yavuz

Conditons treated by Dr. Nihat Yavuz

The conditions that the General Laparoscopic Surgeon Nihat Yavuz treats are listed below:

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

Laparoscopic surgery is a common procedure for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and liver problems, with the help of minimally invasive techniques, so ensuring speedy recovery of patients. The surgeon also performs various gastrointestinal surgery and related endoscopic procedures.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Nihat Yavuz

These symptoms should be discussed with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon for further medical investigation:

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

When the abdomen or pelvis is damaged, it affects different things, including digestion and metabolism. Conditions of the abdomen can lead to different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Nihat Yavuz

Doctor Nihat Yavuz is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Nihat Yavuz

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Nihat Yavuz perform are given below:

  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Appendectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding

Gallbladder removal has become very common these days. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is a minimally invasive procedure that involves making small incisions to remove a diseased or inflamed gallbladder. Laparoscopic removal is mostly preferred for gallbladder removal surgery. It is also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Qualification

  • 1993 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery
  • 1984 Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experiences

  • 2008 - Currently Acıbadem Healthcare Group
  • 1993 - 1999 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Memberships (8)

  • National Surgery Association
  • Turkish Cancer Society
  • Endocrine Surgery Association
  • Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery
  • National Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery
  • International Laparoendoscopic Surgery Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Member of Turkish Hernia Society and Forensic Medicine Institute

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Procedures Performed

Appendectomy
Gastric Bypass
Hemicolectomy
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lap Gastric Banding
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Thymectomy
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Nihat Yavuz is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Nihat Yavuz is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 26 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

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.

The tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are listed belowA General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

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

If a person shows symptoms related to the abdomen and pelvis, different tests are done to identify the cause of the condition. The doctor will perform some tests to detect the condition and plan the treatment as per the test report.

Your general physician will refer you to a general laparoscopic surgeon if they suspect a condition that may require surgical treatment. The specialist will perform a series of diagnostic tests to detect the actual cause of the disease and will design a treatment plan accordingly. An individual needs to consult a General Laparoscopic Surgeon in case of the below situations:

  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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