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Dr. Melih Paksoy

Dr. Melih Paksoy

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

28 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English

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About Dr. Melih Paksoy

Conditons treated by Dr. Melih Paksoy

General Laparoscopic Surgeon Melih Paksoy treats the following conditions:

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

Laparoscopic surgery is the best treatment option for many digestive problems even when these could be treated successfully with or medications or lifestyle changes. The General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs “minimally invasive” surgery to treat various digestive conditions. Laparoscopic surgery is preferred for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, and ulcerative colitis.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Melih Paksoy

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

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

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. Melih Paksoy

If you want to seek consultation from doctor Melih Paksoy, 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. Melih Paksoy

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Melih Paksoy perform are given below:

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

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

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine / Professor, 2005
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty / Associate Professor, 1999
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery, 1995
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, 1989

Memberships (6)

  • Hernia Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • National Surgical Association
  • Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association
  • Breast Science (Cenology) Association
  • Hepato Pancreato Biliary Surgery Association

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Procedures Performed

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Melih Paksoy 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. Melih Paksoy is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 28 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery, also called minimally invasive surgery/keyhole surgery, The surgeon evaluates the condition of the patient completely so that the actual condition can be identified and a treatment plan can be designed. 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.

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

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

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.

Because general laparoscopic surgeons have a deep subject knowledge in complex surgery, they perform a wide variety of emergency procedures. You should see a general surgeon if you have a hernia, appendicitis, gallstones, or even a gunshot wound. 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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