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About Dr. Ayhan Dinckan

  • Dr. Ayhan Dinckan is a reputed General Surgeon in Turkey.
  • He has over 16 years of experience as a General Surgeon.
  • Dr. Ayhan Dinckan’s primary treatment and procedures include adult and pediatric kidney-pancreas transplant, liver transplant, and hepato pancreato biliary surgery.
  • Dr. Ayhan Dinckan graduated from the prestigious Akdeniz University, in Turkey. Currently, he is the Chief of the Transplantation center & consultant surgeon at the Istinye University Medical Faculty Liv Hospital. He is also a Faculty member at the Istinye University.
  • Dr. Dinckan has extensive experience in Transplantation surgeries. Dr. Ayhan Dinckan has performed over 5000 kidney transplantation operations since 2004. He supervised the First uterus and double forearm transplantations in Turkey.
  • He is credited with much research and has published several papers. He is a member of the Turkey Medical Association.

Conditions treated by Dr. Ayhan Dinckan

  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Hemochromatosis. Biliary Atresia
  • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
  • Kidney Stones
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Wilson's Disease
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Failure
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Chronic Infection
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Liver Failure
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Shrunken Kidney

Area of Interest

  • Kidney Angiomyolipoma
  • Kidney Cancer Liver Cancer
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Cyst
  • Liver Cirrhosis

Qualification

  • He completed his medical education at Akdeniz University Hospital.
  • He completed his specialization in the year 2004 from the same institute.

Work Experiences

  • Transplantation surgeon - Akdeniz University, Organ Transplantation Center (kidney, pancreas, liver, and combined organ transplant program) 2004-2007.
  • Assistant director of transplantation program - Akdeniz University Organ Transplantation Center, 2007-2011.
  • Director of Transplantation Center - Akdeniz University Organ Transplantation Center, 2011-2015.
  • Head of Prof. Dr. Tuncer Karpuzogu Organ Transplantation Institute 2011-2015.
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MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Turkish medical association

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (6)

  • A variety of books translated and written more than 55 articles published abroad, and more than 20 domestic articles.
  • ADCK4-Associated Glomerulopathy Causes Adolescence-Onset FSGS.
  • A retrospective analysis of pregnancy outcomes after kidney transplantation in a single center.
  • Liver transplantation from a live donor to a patient with maple syrup urine disease: Two case reports.
  • Effect of age on the outcome of renal transplantation: A single-center experience.
  • Pediatric Liver Transplantation: Our Experiences.

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Liver transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Doctor Ayhan Dinckan doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Ayhan Dinckan 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.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

It is when you need your diseased kidney or kidneys removed and replaced with a healthy kidney that you visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. The surgery, the recovery and rehabilitation, the surgeon is involved throughout. It is the work of the surgeon to recommend tests and prescribe the medicines as well. The surgeon is the most important component of the core team which is inclusive of nurses, technicians and nephrologist.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

In order to check if you are the right candidate for a kidney transplant, there are some tests that need to be done such as:

  • Urine Output Measurements
  • Imaging Tests
  • Removing a sample of Kidney Tissue for Testing
  • Urine Tests
  • HLA Testing
  • Blood Tests
  • Donor-Special Blood Tests

We bring to you some more tests that could be required in the process of kidney transplant.:

  1. Blood tests
  2. Chest X-ray
  3. chocardiogram
  4. Electrocardiogram
  5. Cardiac stress test
  6. Cancer screening
  7. Colonoscopy
  8. Gynecological examination
  9. Prostate exam
  10. Dental evaluation

The right frequency and timing of the tests is important so that the transplant goes efficiently and the kidneys are well accepted. The heart tests such as the Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and the cardiac stress test are immensely important to know the heart strength.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

Any symptoms that indicate a kidney failure are a good reason for you to a kidney transplant done. You can avoid the condition of going on the dialysis at all by getting a kidney transplant to preempt this situation. They also help you with post transplant checkups to see whether your body is accepting the transplanted kidney well. The decision to get a transplant or not is also done in consultation with the surgeon.

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Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

5 Years of Experience

Dr. Abdullah Rahil, M.P.T. (Neurology), served as a Senior Physiotherapist at VIAN Physiotherapy Clinic, Noida (2019-2023), specializing in orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Skilled in dry needling, cupping, kinesiology taping, and manual therapy, he managed diverse cases and mentored junior physiotherapists. View More

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MSc Biochemistry

4 Years of Experience

Miss Nimra Haseeb is a medical researcher and a scientific content writer. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and a Master’s in Biochemistry from Integral University, Lucknow.With strong experience in healthcare research, she specializes in secondary research, clinical data analysis, and evidence-based medical writing. Her work focuses on transforming complex scientific and medical information into clear, accurate, and reliable healthcare content for patients and healthcare audiences. She is also experienced in interpreting medical studies and healthcare trends to deliver well-researched and informative content that supports better health awareness and decision-making.. View More