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Dr. Yilmaz Buyukuncu

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 50 years experience

Turkish English
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Yilmaz Buyukuncu, Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery, 1981, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 50 years of professional experience. Yilmaz Buyukuncu areas of expertise include Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Morbid Obesity.

Work Experiences

  • Since 2011 Acibadem Healthcare Group
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Dr. Ersin Ozturk

, Turkey, Bursa

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 26 years experience

Turkish English
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Ersin Ozturk, Istanbul Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, 1998, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has 26 years of professional experience. Ersin Ozturk areas of expertise include Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Morbid Obesity, Complicated Acute Appendicitis, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis.

Work Experiences

  • Professor Karatay University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Konya, 2019
  • European Board of Surgery Qualification- Colorectal European Society of Coloproctology, Barcelona, 2014
  • Surgical Oncology Minor Specialist - Ministry of Health, 2012
  • Associate Professor Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Bursa, 2011-2019
  • Asst. Assoc. Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Bursa, 2009-2011
  • Research Fellow The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dept of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 2008-2009
  • Physiology Doctorate - Uludag University Institute of Health Sciences, Physiology AD, Bursa, 2005-2009
  • Endoscopy Training - Istanbul University Medical Faculty General Surgery Endoscopy Unit, Istanbul, 2007
  • Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Bursa, 2005-2009
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Dr. Huseyin Kapu

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 38 years experience

Turkish English
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Huseyin Kapu, Medical Education: Akdeniz University School of Medicine, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 38 years of professional experience. Huseyin Kapu areas of expertise include Morbid Obesity, Pancreatic Head Cancer, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma.

Work Experiences

  • Antalya Square and Life Hospitals, 2002-2017
  • Kutahya Tavsanli SSK Hospital, 2000-2002
  • Diskapi SSK Hospital, 1995-2000
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Dr. Kibar Cebi

, Turkey, Trabzon

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 20 years experience

Turkish English
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Kibar Cebi, Ankara University School of Medicine - Medical Education, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Kibar Cebi areas of expertise include Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Chronic Pancreatitis, Morbid Obesity, Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Trabzon Hospital
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Dr. Fadli Dogan

, Turkey, Elazig

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 10 years experience

Turkish English
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Fadli Dogan, 2007: Firat University Faculty of Medicine -Medical Education, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has 10 years of professional experience. Fadli Dogan areas of expertise include Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma, Pancreatic Head Cancer, Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases.

Work Experiences

  • Specialist 2018: Istinye University Faculty of Medicine - Dr. Faculty Member
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Dr. Aziz Sumer

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 25 years experience

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Aziz Sumer, 1991 - 1997: Master- Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 25 years of professional experience. Aziz Sumer areas of expertise include Morbid Obesity.

Work Experiences

  • 1997-1998 - Practitioner Heim.Afyon Dinar State Hospital Emergency Service
  • 1999-2001 - Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. Istanbul REN-MED Dialysis Center
  • 2001-2005 - Res. Gor. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
  • 2005 - Vienna University Faculty of Medicine AKH Hospital General Surgery Department, Endocrine Surgery Clinic, Endocrine Surgery Training, Vienna, Austria
  • 2005-2007 - Exp. Dr. Cizre State Hospital
  • 2007-2010 - Exp. Dr. Antalya Kas State Hospital
  • 2009-2011 - Istanbul University Capa Medical Faculty General Surgery Department, Endocrine Surgery Clinic, E-Service. Endocrine, Bariatric Metabolic Surgery, and Laparoscopic Surgery Training, Istanbul
  • 2010-2011 - Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital 2nd General Surgery Service, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Training, Istanbul
  • 2011 - The Unit of Innovation in Minimally Invasive Surgery University Hospital Virgen del Rocio, Next Laparoscopy and Morbid Obesity Surgery, Sevilla, Spain.
  • 2011 - IRCAD-EITS. da-Vinci Surgical System Off-Site Training Program for a Console Surgeon. Strasbourg, France.
  • 2011 - The Unit of Surgery, Universita Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, Bariatric Surgery Unit, Rome, Italy
  • 2010-2012 - Yar. Assoc. Dr. Yuzuncu Yil University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery
  • 2012-2013 - Organ Transplant (Kidney Transplant) Training in Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, Organ Transplant Center.
  • 2014 - Minimally Invasive Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery-Endoluminal & Laparoscopic Procedures Advanced Course Training at IRCAD-EITS center in Strasbourg, France.
  • 2015 - Minimally Invasive Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery-Endoluminal & Laparoscopic Procedures Advanced Course Training at IRCAD-EITS center in Strasbourg, France.
  • 2012-2015 - Assoc. Yuzuncu Yil University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery
  • 2016-2018 - Assoc.Prof.Dr. Yeni Yuzyil University Gaziosmanpasa Hospital Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Department.
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Dr. Sarper Isiksel

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 44 years experience

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Sarper Isiksel, Medical School - Ege University School of Medicine 1980, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 44 years of professional experience. Sarper Isiksel areas of expertise include Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Pancreatic Head Cancer, Inguinal Hernia (in Groin).

Work Experiences

  • Burhan Nalbantoglu State Hospital
  • Bakirkoy Omur Hospital
  • Besyuzevler Hayat Hospital Founding Chief Physician
  • Bahcelievler Omur Hospital
  • Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital
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Dr. Kemal Dolay

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 33 years experience

Turkish English
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Kemal Dolay, Undergraduate, IU Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 1991, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 33 years of professional experience. Kemal Dolay areas of expertise include Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Chronic Pancreatitis, Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases.

Work Experiences

  • Liv Hospital Nation Liver, Pancreatic and Bile Diseases Surgery 2017-
  • Bezmialem Foundation U. Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliyer Surgery 2015-2017
  • Medipol U. Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery 2012-2015
  • Akdeniz U. Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery 2010-2012
  • Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliyer Surgery 2008-2009
  • Bakirkoy Training and Research Hospital 2003-2008
  • Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Emergency Surgery 2007-2008
  • Haseki Training and Research Hospital 1998-2003
  • Surgical Gastroenterology Endoscopy Unit 1997, Department of General Surgery of Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.
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Dr. Talha Atalay

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 15 years experience

Turkish English
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Talha Atalay, Marmara University School of Medicine, 1990-1997, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 15 years of professional experience. Talha Atalay areas of expertise include Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Morbid Obesity, Chronic Pancreatitis.

Work Experiences

  • Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, 2015-2017
  • Ardahan State Hospital, 2012-2015
  • Selcuk University General Surgery, 2005-2011
  • Marmara University Emergency Medicine, 1998-2002
  • Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy, 2002-2003
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Dr. Baris Akin

, Turkey, Istanbul

General Surgery • 24 years experience

English
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Baris Akin, Graduated from Ankara University faculty of medicine in 1995, Prof., is a General surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 24 years of professional experience. Baris Akin areas of expertise include Adnexal tumors, Adrenal cancer, Arteriovenous malformation, Benign adrenal tumors, Cancer.

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Dr. Ergun Tozkoparan

, Turkey, Istanbul

Pulmonologist • 34 years experience

English Turkish
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Ergun Tozkoparan, 1982 - Gülhane Military Medical Faculty, is a Pulmonologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 34 years of professional experience. Ergun Tozkoparan areas of expertise include False.

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Dr. Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu

, Turkey, Istanbul

General Surgery • 27 years experience

English Turkish
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Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu, 2000: Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, (General Surgery), is a General surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 27 years of professional experience. Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu areas of expertise include Stomach resection, Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy), Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Da Vinci Gastric Bypass Surgery.

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Dr. Murat Kayabali

, Turkey, Istanbul

General Surgeon • 21 years experience

English Turkish
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Murat Kayabali, 1981 - Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, is a General surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 21 years of professional experience. Murat Kayabali areas of expertise include False.

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Dr. Huseyin Ayhan Kayaoglu

, Turkey, Bursa

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 24 years experience

Turkish English
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Huseyin Ayhan Kayaoglu, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has 24 years of professional experience. Huseyin Ayhan Kayaoglu areas of expertise include Complicated Acute Appendicitis, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Pancreatic Head Cancer, Inguinal Hernia (in Groin).

Work Experiences

  • University of Wisconsin, Knechtle Research Lab Theoretical Stretta Training Course, Louvain-Belgium
  • XIX.
  • International Workshop, Incisional Hernia, Aachen-Germany Gastric Banding Master Class, Birmingham-United Kingdom
  • Endoscopic Ultrasonography (EUS) Training, Lubeck-Germany
  • SILSTM Colorectal Masterclass, Milan-Italy
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Dr. Beyza Ozcinar

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 16 years experience

Turkish English
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Beyza Ozcinar, 1995-2002: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine/Medical Pr. (English)-Undergraduate, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 16 years of professional experience. Beyza Ozcinar areas of expertise include Complicated Acute Appendicitis, Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Chronic Pancreatitis, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma.

Work Experiences

  • 2006: Melbourne University, Royal
  • Melbourne Hospital, Breast Unit 2008: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Breast Unit
  • 2009-2011: Diyarbakir Ergani State Hospital- General Surgery Clinic(Mandatory Service)
  • 2011-2012: Sisli Hospital- General Surgery Clinic
  • 2012-Halen: Istanbul University/Istanbul Type Faculty/Department of Surgical Type Sciences/Department of General Surgery)
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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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About General Surgeon

A general surgeon is a doctor specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient including pre-operative, operative, and post-operative management of patient care. Surgery requires knowledge, training and experience of human anatomy, emergency and intensive care, immunology, metabolism, nutrition, pathology, physiology, shock and resuscitation and wound healing. Some of the general surgeons perform laparoscopic surgery (a surgical technique in which short tubes are inserted into the abdomen), and they are known as laparoscopic surgeons (explained below).

General surgeon is trained to provide surgical care to the patient which includes examining the patient and his medical reports, diagnosing the disorder or condition requiring surgery, pre-operative, operative and post-operative management of the patient care, and the surgical treatment of the:

  • Alimentary tract (esophagus and related organs)
  • Abdomen and its contents
  • Breast, skin, and soft tissue
  • Endocrine system

Procedures Performed by General Surgeon in Turkey

  • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
  • Breast Biopsy, Core
  • Breast Biopsy, Open/Lumpetomy
  • Colon Cancer Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoids (Advanced)
  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
  • Laparoscopic Colon Resection
  • Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Lung Surgery
  • Sclerotherapy and Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Ultrasound
  • Varicose Veins
  • VINUS Closure

Top General Surgeons in Turkey

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Halil CoskunLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Zafer FerahkoseBayindir Healthcare Group, Ankara
Dr. Erkan AksoyMedical Park Ordu Hospital, Ordu
Dr. Orhan CelenMedical Park Gebze Hospital, Kocaeli
Dr. Ahmet Serdar KaracaBaskent University Istanbul Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Seda DemetgulMedical Park Ordu Hospital, Ordu
Dr. Kemal DolayLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Nihat PolatMedical Park Ordu Hospital, Ordu

Top General Surgery Experts in Turkey Hospitals

About Laparoscopic Surgeon

A general laparoscopic surgeon is a doctor specialized in performing laparoscopic surgeries. Laparoscopic surgery, also known as keyhole surgery, is a surgical procedure performed through a small incision, made for the surgery, and passing a small tube with a video camera to the body cavity to look inside the body and pinpoint the area of operation.

General surgeons are trained to operate on the:

  • Alimentary tract i.e. esophagus and related organs
  • Abdomen and parts constituting it
  • Breast, skin and soft tissue
  • Endocrine system

In addition to that, general surgeons are trained and experienced in providing patient care before, during, and after surgery, including:

  • Surgical critical care
  • Surgical oncology
  • Trauma

When should you consider visiting a Laparoscopic Surgeon?

There are various reason that your physician might ask you to visit a laparoscopic surgery, some of them includes:

  • Need to undergo the procedure but want to avoid major risks associated with traditional open surgery.
  • Treatment requiring only simple procedures.
  • Having an existing medical condition that make an open surgery risky
  • Require a diagnostic examination of the internal organs and/or a biopsy

What are some of the problems diagnosed and treated with Laparoscopy?

Laparoscopy is used to diagnose and treat many problems including:

  • Female infertility
  • Problems of the female reproductive system
  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Adhesions
  • Diseases of the urinary system
  • Cancers of the internal organs
  • Ascites
  • Hernia

Procedures Performed by General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey

  • Removal of diseased organs such as the gallbladder or appendix
  • Removal or repair of diseased parts of the colon or stomach (digestive system)
  • Removal or repair of the bladder, ureters, or kidneys (urinary system)
  • Removal or repair of women's reproductive organs, such as the uterus or fallopian tubes
  • Tubal ligation
  • Removal of a kidney in a living donor
  • Weight-reduction procedures, such as gastric bypass
  • Repair of a hernia
  • View the liver and pancreas for the presence of cancer tumors
  • View the abdomen for signs of disease that has been difficult to diagnose (exploratory surgery)
  • View a tumor in the abdomen
  • Check the source of abdominal pain or removal of scar tissue
  • Look for the source of internal bleeding or fluid build-up if the patient has a normal blood pressure
  • View injury following trauma or an accident
  • Some of the gastrointestinal procedures performed by laparoscopy are Proctosigmoidectomy, Right colectomy, Total abdominal colectomy, Proctocolectomy and Abdominoperineal resection
  • Some of the gynecological procedures performed by laparoscopy are Ovarian cyst removal, Tubal ligation, Hysterectomy, Myomectomy and Laparoscopic removal of endometriosis
  • Some of the urological procedures performed by laparoscopy are Nephrectomy, Renal cyst removal, Renal biopsy, Pyeloplasty, Ureteropyeloscopy and Adrenalectomy

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