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About Dr. Assoc. Prof. Cigdem Arslan

  • Dr. Arslan began her residency at Dokuz Eylul University's Department of General Surgery after graduating from Akdeniz University Medical Faculty in 2007.
  • she won the Turkish Surgical Association's Fellowship of Robotic & Endocrine Surgery Scholarship and paid a visit to the Cleveland Clinic, In 2012.
  • she graduated from her residency with a thesis on surgical site infections in pilonidal illness, In 2013.
  • She began working at İstanbul Medipol University in 2017. She has been teaching at Istanbul Medipol University's National and International Medical Faculties since being appointed Associate Professor of Surgery in 2019.
  • She was certified by ESCP as a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in Coloproctology and by TSCP in 2021 as a Fellow of the Turkish Board of Surgery in Coloproctology.

Conditions treated by Dr. Cigdem Arslan

  • Stomach resection
  • Gastric bypass
  • Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Da Vinci Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Gastric band
  • Gastric balloon
  • Stomach stapling
  • Umbilical hernia repair
  • inguinal hernia surgery
  • Hiatal hernia repair
  • Incisional hernia repair
  • Online consultation with a Surgeon

Area of Interest

  • Colorectal Cancer (Large Intestine Cancer)
  • Hemorrhoidal Diseases
  • Perianal Fistulas
  • Anal Fissure
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Appendicitis
  • Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
  • Peritoneal Mesothelioma
  • Anal Dysplasia
  • Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
  • Breast Cyst
  • Breast Diseases
  • Nipple Discharge

Qualification

  • 2016 - 2017: İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
  • 2007 - 2014: Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Turkish Medical Association

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Aras Emre Canda, Tayfun Bisgin, Naciye Cigdem Arslan, Canan Altay, and Cem Terzi.Long-term outcomes of preventing parastomal hernia using the modified stapled mesh stoma reinforcement technique (SMART) in rectal cancer surgery: letter to the editor. June 2024. DOI:10.1007/s10029-024-03082-0
  • Varol Tunali, Naciye Cigdem Arslan, Beyza Hilal Ermiş, Gözde Derviş Hakim, Aycan Gündoğdu, Mehmet Hora, and Ozkan Ufuk Nalbantoglu. A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial Of Microbiome-Based Artifıcial Intelligence-Assisted Personalized Diet Vs Low Fodmap Diet: A Novel Approach for the Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. May 2024. The American. Journal of Gastroenterology. DOI:10.14309/ajg.0000000000002862. License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
  • Yasar Ozdenkaya, Pelin basım, and Naciye Cigdem Arslan. Value of Preoperative Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio in Predicting Thyroid Cancer in Intermediate Category Fine Needle Aspiration Pathology. January 2024. Journal of Surgery and Research 7(1):69-74. DOI:10.26502/jsr.10020342.

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PROCEDURES

  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Thymectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Doctor Assoc. Prof. Cigdem Arslan doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Assoc. Prof. Cigdem Arslan is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last up to 15 to 30 minutes. It may go beyond the estimated time which is dependent on the patient’s queries and the medical suggestions of the doctor.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, then you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Q: Is it possible to get the estimate for the procedure?

A. Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and the crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

Reviewer

Dr. Vihan Gautam
Dr. Vihan Gautam

BPT, MS in Healthcare Mgmt

4 Years of Experience

Dr. Vihan Gautam is a distinguished Rehabilitation Specialist and Healthcare Management Professional, holding a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and a Master of Science in Healthcare Management (MSc) from the prestigious University of London, United Kingdom.With specialized clinical experience and his advanced medical knowledge in neuro-rehabilitation, musculoskeletal disorders, and evidence-based physiotherapy practices, enables him to develop patient-centered rehabilitation protocols and AI-driven care models that deliver measurable functional recovery outcomes. His diverse contributions across international rehabilitation programs, multidisciplinary care, and AI-driven healthcare initiatives uniquely position him as an emerging leader in neuro-rehabilitative care globally. View More

Last Reviewed - January 2026

Author

Alvina Hasan
Alvina Hasan

M.Pharm

2 Year of Experience

Alvina Hasan is a dedicated medical researcher and scientific writer with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences. She holds a B.Pharm from Jamia Hamdard University and an M.Pharm in Quality Assurance from DIPSAR University.

With deep medical expertise and a strong interest in healthcare communication, she focuses on transforming complex clinical and scientific information into clear, engaging, and easy-to-understand narratives. She develops insightful healthcare articles and research-driven content designed to support both medical professionals and patients, helping bridge the gap between advanced medical knowledge and practical understanding.

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