About me
I am a European Board-certified Turkish specialist general surgeon and associate professor in General Surgery.
I have 17 years of experience in General Surgery with more 6000 surgical operations. I studied medicine and General Surgery at the leading Universities of Turkiye in Ankara and Thomas Jefferson University, Phildephia, USA.
Read moreWhat is General Surgery?
General surgery is a broad field that encompasses various surgical procedures primarily focused on the abdominal organs, including the esophagus, stomach, colon, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
It also often involves surgery on the thyroid gland, breasts, and other areas requiring intervention.
General surgeons are trained to manage a wide range of diseases requiring surgical treatment, from minor to life-threatening conditions, with the goal of offering relief, repair, and recovery to their patients.
What are Types of General Surgery Procedures?
General surgery includes a diverse array of procedures. Common surgeries involve appendectomies, hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, and stomach surgeries. Each procedure is tailored to address specific conditions, ranging from acute emergencies like appendicitis to elective surgeries such as weight loss surgery.
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What does general surgery involve?
Understanding what general surgery involves helps patients navigate their surgical journey with more confidence and clarity. From the initial consultation through recovery, general surgeons play a vital role in patient care, ensuring safe and effective treatment outcomes. This comprehensive approach to surgical care underscores the importance of expertise, patient education, and meticulous post-operative follow-up in the field of general surgery.
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Areas of Interest
General surgery is a vast and evolving field, covering a wide spectrum of procedures designed to treat a comprehensive range of conditions. From gastrointestinal issues to transplant surgeries, general surgeons are equipped with the knowledge and skills to perform complex operations, improving patients’ lives. This blog post explores the diverse areas of interest within general surgery, highlighting the significance and impact of each specialty.
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Gastrointestinal surgery focuses on the stomach, esophagus, small intestine, and other parts of the digestive system. Surgeons in this area treat conditions such as ulcers, stomach cancer, and gastrointestinal bleeding with both traditional and minimally invasive techniques.
Colorectal Surgery
Specializing in the lower digestive tract, colorectal surgery addresses diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. This includes treatments for colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and hemorrhoids, aiming to restore normal bowel function and improve quality of life.
Endocrine Surgery
Endocrine surgery targets the endocrine glands, including the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, and pancreas. Procedures often involve removing tumors or abnormal gland tissue to treat hormonal imbalances or cancer.
Hepatopancreatic Biliary Surgery
This specialty deals with diseases of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts. Surgeons perform complex surgeries to treat conditions like pancreatic cancer, liver tumors, and gallstones, often requiring intricate procedures to remove diseased tissue while preserving organ function.
Breast Surgery
Breast surgery encompasses procedures for benign and malignant conditions of the breast. Surgeons perform lumpectomies, mastectomies, and reconstructive surgeries, focusing on effective cancer treatment while considering the cosmetic and psychological aspects of breast removal and reconstruction.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery, or minimally invasive surgery, uses small incisions and specialized tools to perform operations with less pain and quicker recovery times. It’s widely used in many general surgery areas, including gallbladder removal, hernia repair, and appendectomies.
Oncologic Surgery
Oncologic surgery plays a critical role in cancer treatment, involving the surgical removal of tumors and cancerous tissue. General surgeons work alongside oncologists to perform biopsies, debulking surgeries, and mastectomies, aiming to eradicate cancer and prevent its spread.
Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery focuses on diseases of the vascular system, including arteries, veins, and lymphatic circulation. Procedures aim to manage conditions like aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, and varicose veins, improving blood flow and preventing stroke.
Trauma Surgery
Trauma surgeons handle emergency situations, providing immediate care for injuries resulting from accidents, violence, or natural disasters. This includes managing fractures, internal injuries, and life-threatening wounds, requiring swift decision-making and surgical intervention.
Transplant Surgery
Transplant surgery is a complex field that involves replacing diseased organs with healthy ones from donors. This includes kidney, liver, pancreas, and heart transplants, requiring meticulous planning and post-operative care to ensure the success of the transplant and patient survival.
Conclusion
The areas of interest within general surgery are diverse, each with its unique challenges and rewards. Surgeons dedicated to these specialties are not just skilled technicians but compassionate individuals committed to improving their patients’ health and wellbeing. As medical technology and techniques advance, the field of general surgery continues to evolve, offering hope and healing to those in need.
GI Endoscopy
Gastrointestinal endoscopy, is a medical procedure used to examine the interior lining of the digestive tract. GI endoscopy can be performed to diagnose and sometimes treat conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. It is commonly used to investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, bleeding, and swallowing difficulties, and to detect abnormalities like ulcers, tumors, or inflammation.
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