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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Halil Erbis

Here is an outline of the conditions that are treated by Dr. Halil Erbis, a Kidney Transplant Surgeon.

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

There are infections which could have the effect on kidneys that you need to get a transplant for them and these are bone infections, tuberculosis and hepatitis. You might need to get a kidney transplant if you have cancer now or had it in the recent past. Kidney transplant might become a necessity for patients having severe case of liver disease or cardiovascular disease.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Halil Erbis

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below.

  • Fluid Retention (causing swelling in your legs, ankles, or feet)
  • Confusion
  • Irregular Heartbeat
  • Nausea
  • Decreased Urine Output (although occasionally urine output remains normal)
  • Weakness
  • Chest Pain or Pressure
  • Kidney Disease or Kidney Failure
  • Seizures or Coma (in severe cases)
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Fatigue

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) or what is known as Kidney failure is a big sign for you to get a kidney transplant. Long term diabetes can bring your kidneys to this situation that you end up getting a kidney transplant. Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Halil Erbis

The doctor's operating hours are from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, Sunday is an off day. You can be up and about from the surgery in a day or two and reach home in one week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Halil Erbis

We bring to you the names of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Halil Erbis.:

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Liver transplant

Types of kidney transplants are also dependent on whether the donor is alive or deceased. A preemptive kidney transplant actually preempts the need for dialysis to come in at all. Getting regular and timely checkups done is a way of knowing if your kidney transplant is a success and your body has accepted the new organ.

Qualification

  • 2001 - 2007 - Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery
  • 1991 - 1998 - Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine / Medicine Pr. - Expertise

Past Experiences

  • 2013 - Assistant Professor Akdeniz University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery)
  • 2009 - 2013 Assistant Professor Pamukkale University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery
  • 2011 - 2012 - Clinical Fellow Sisli Florence Nıghtıngale Hospital
  • 2009 - 2009 - Specialist Doctor Golhisar State Hospital
  • 2007 - 2009 - Specialist Doctor Ercis State Hospital Van
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association, Member, 2011
  • National Surgical Association, Member, 2005

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Role of a hyaluronic-acid derivative in preventing surgical adhesions and abscesses related to dropped bile and gallstones in an experimental model.
  • Interleukin-10 Gene Transfection of Donor Pancreas Grafts Protects against Rejection after Heterotopic Pancreas Transplantation in a Rat Model.
  • Appendicolithiasis causing diagnostic dilemma: a rare cause of acute appendicitis (report of a case).

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Liver transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Halil Erbis have?
Dr. Halil Erbis is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Antalya, Turkey.
Does Dr. Halil Erbis offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Halil Erbis have?
Dr. Halil Erbis is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 13 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

A healthy kidney in the place of one or two diseased kidneys, this procedure is called a kidney transplant and is performed by a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. The surgeon not just performs the procedure but handholds you through the preoperative and post operative rehabilitation as well. It is the work of the surgeon to recommend tests and prescribe the medicines as well. The core operation team of the surgeon consists of Technicians, Nephrologist and nurses as well.

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

There is a number of tests required to evaluate your candidature for a kidney transplant and they are listed below::

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

Here is a comprehensive list of additional tests needed before and during the kidney transplant procedure.:

  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

In order to ensure the acceptance and seamless functioning of the kidneys, the tests should be done timely and at the right frequencies. 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?

It is when your kidneys are failing that you could opt for a kidney transplant, in consultation with a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. Many transplants are done on patients who are already on dialysis but can be opted by patients prior to being put on dialysis. They also help you with post transplant checkups to see whether your body is accepting the transplanted kidney well. It is the surgeon whom you must consult when you are in the process of deciding whether to get a transplanted kidney or not.