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Dr. Ersoy Taspinar: Best  in Bursa, Turkey

 

, Bursa, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ersoy Taspinar is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2000
  • Specialization Training - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2013

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ersoy Taspinar?

  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has around 18 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.
  • He is a well-regarded expert in providing treatments for obesity, thyroid diseases, breast cancer, hernia, and parathyroid cancer.
  • Dr.Taspinar is well-trained in advanced laparoscopic procedures, obesity surgery, metabolic and endocrine surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, and thyroid surgery.
  • For his excellence, Dr Ersoy Taspinar has been awarded several laurels including the Sirnak Governorship Certificate of Professional Achievement in 2013.
  • Dr Taspinar is a respected member of several professional organizations such as the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
  • Dr Taspinar actively participates in conferences and seminars to further his knowledge and share his expertise with the members of the medical community. Some of the conferences he has attended include the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Congress(2015) and the 5th National Hernia Congress(2015).
  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has impressive academic credentials. He completed his medical school and specialized training at the Uludang University Faculty of Medicine. Additionally, Dr Ersoy cleared the Turkish Surgical Association Board (qualification) exam in 2015 and obtained the Surgical Proficiency Certificate.
  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has several publications:
    1. Altınel Y, Taşpınar E, Ozgüç H, Oztürk E, Ulker Akyıldız E, Bağdaş D. The protective effect of ClinOleic against post-surgical adhesions. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2014 Jan;20(1):1-6.
    2. The protective effect of ClinOleic against post-surgical adhesions (Ulus Travma Emergency Surgery Journal. 2014 Jan)
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Dr. Cenap Dener: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Cenap Dener is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Cenap Dener is part of:

  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • Ankara Surgery Association
  • Turkish Breast Surgery Association
  • Ankara Breast Surgery Association
  • Surgical Oncology Association
  • Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • ANKARA SAMUNE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL Specialist Training 1985 - 1989, Ankara / Turkey
  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY Medical Doctor Education 1977 - 1983, Ankara / Turkey

Hospital Address :

Balgat Mah., Memorial Hospital Ankara, Mevlana Blv. & 1422. Sok., ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

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Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
  • Specialization - Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital, 2002-2007

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

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Dr. Osman Yuksel: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Osman Yuksel is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine, 1993-2000
  • Specialization - Erciyes University Medical Faculty General Surgery, 2000-2001

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

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Dr. Ersin Ozturk: Best  in Bursa, Turkey

 

, Bursa, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ersin Ozturk is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, 1998
  • Uludag University School of Medicine, 2005

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

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Dr. Bulent Mentes: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Bulent Mentes is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Bulent Mentes is part of:

  • European Society of Coloproctology
  • The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  • The Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery

Qualifications :

  • GAZI UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE Specialist Training 1987 - 1992, Ankara / Turkey
  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY Medical Doctor Education 1981 - 1987, Ankara / Turkey

Hospital Address :

Balgat Mah., Memorial Hospital Ankara, Mevlana Blv. & 1422. Sok., ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which are some of the best hospitals General Surgeons in Ankara, Turkey are associated with?
Who is a General Surgeon?

General surgeons are doctors who specialize in surgical procedures to treat conditions related to various body parts. A general surgeon is part of a surgical team that includes nurses, an anesthesiologist, and surgical technicians. A general surgeon has specialized knowledge of different surgical processes, from the initial evaluation through preparation and post-operative management.

A general surgeon understands all the below-given basic areas of surgery:

  • The endocrine system
  • Surgical management of traumatic injuries
  • Care of critically ill patients with surgical needs
  • The digestive tract
  • Surgical treatment of cancer
  • The abdomen and its contents
  • The skin and soft tissues, such as the breasts
  • The head and neck
  • The blood vessels, heart

Today, most general surgeons are familiar with minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopy. Laparoscopic surgeries make use of much smaller tools, including small cameras that allow the surgeon to see what is going on inside the body. These specialized instruments will help the surgeon make much smaller cuts than they could with conventional procedures.

General surgeons have a broad knowledge of different diseases and conditions. They will tell you whether you require surgery and what kind of surgery would be best for you. As general surgeon treats a variety of conditions, they need to meet unique needs.

What are the qualifications of a General Surgeon?

Anyone interested in becoming a general surgeon needs to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a general surgeon.

These doctors have special training in the field of general surgery. They have to earn an MBBS degree before focusing on their specialty area.

After obtaining an MBBS degree, the next step is to pursue the PG course, MS, which is one of the most popular PG courses after MBBS. This degree makes you eligible for practicing as a general surgeon. A surgeon's residency program includes at least 48 weeks of full-time work with patients.

Some of the specialization areas for a prospective general surgeon are:

  • General surgery
  • Gynecologic oncology
  • Ophthalmic
  • Orthopedic
  • Pediatric
  • Urology
  • Colon and rectal
  • Cardiothoracic
  • Gynaecology, Obstetrics
  • Neurological
What conditions do General Surgeons treat?

General surgeons provide medical as well as surgical care. They focus on injuries and conditions affecting the breasts, abdomen, digestive system, skin, and endocrine system. They also evaluate imaging tests, lab tests, and biopsies as part of delivering care. Surgeons treat people of all ages, with a wide range of conditions.

Here are some common conditions they treat:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Gallbladder Inflammation and Ggeneral surgeontones
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Diseases: gastroesophageal reflux disease, liver cirrhosis, ulcers, gastritis, pancreatitis, and inflammatory bowel disease
  • Hernia, cancer
  • Thyroid disorders: thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, goiter, and non-cancerous thyroid tumors, cysts, or nodules
  • Varicose veins
What diagnostic tests are required by General Surgeon?

Many general surgeons recommend routine laboratory tests before admission to the hospital, or before some outpatient procedures, to identify exact problems that may complicate surgery if not detected and treated early. A general surgeon may tell you to get the below tests done to identify your condition and design a treatment plan accordingly.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Chest X-rays
  • Urinalysis
  • White blood count
  • CT scan, MRI scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan
  • Endoscopy
  • Biopsy
  • Coloscopy
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colposcopy
  • Echocardiogram
When should you visit a General Surgeon?

Your doctor/general physician may refer you to a general surgeon depending on the diagnostic reports and the complexity of your condition. General physicians and other doctors work very closely with general surgeons in case the treatment plan requires an invasive approach. It may be because the medications are not working and there’s a disease that needs to be removed surgically by a general surgeon.

Below are some symptoms which suggest that you need to consult a general surgeon to discuss your problem and get treatment options.

  • Skin lesions
  • Breast lumps
  • Consistent pain in the abdomen
  • Gallbladder disease or ggeneral surgeontone
  • Hernia
  • Intestinal obstruction or perforation
  • Gastrointestinal problem
  • Inflammation in internal organs
  • Uncontrolled internal bleeding
  • Appendicitis
  • Gunshot wound
What can you expect from your first visit with a General Surgeon?

When you visit with a general surgeon, they will thoroughly evaluate your health in order to make sure that surgery is the right option for you. The surgeon will also explain the procedure and answer your queries about the procedure.

Your first visit with a surgeon typically is a consultation designed to assess your medical history and tests, review how the problem may be affecting you, and completely examine you to collect the necessary information that will help in deciding the next steps together. Sometimes, we might need more information like additional tests and discussions with your PCP to ensure that all of the medical issues have been addressed.

Your general surgeon will tell you how to get ready for the operation, including:

  • If you need to take any medications
  • If you need to take any tests
  • Whether you have to avoid drinking or eating before the procedure

The surgeon will tell you what to expect during your recovery. If your surgery needs a hospital stay, they will tell you how long you could expect to stay in the hospital and what you will require once you are discharged.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a General Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a general surgeon include:

  • Laparoscopic / Open Appendicectomy
  • Minimal Invasive Haemrrhoidectomy (Stapled hemorrhoidectomy)
  • Laparoscopic / Open Cholecystectomy
  • Surgery for Gynaecomastia
  • Modified Radical Mastectomy
  • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
  • Appendectomy
  • Cesarean section
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hysterectomy
  • Inguinal hernia repairs
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
  • Breast Biopsy, Core
  • Breast Biopsy, Open/Lumpetomy
  • Colon Cancer Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoids (Advanced)
  • Colon Resection
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Lung Surgery
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vinus Closure

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