Dr. BİLGİ BACA

Snapshot Highlights

• Expert in Endocrine Surgery and General Surgery with extensive experience in hemorrhoid and anorectal diseases.
• Specialized treatment focus on Crohn’s Disease, Colitis, Obesity, and Pelvic Pain.
• Associate Professor in General Surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
• International experience with a fellowship in Colorectal Surgery at the University of Southern California.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading surgical journals.

Professional Journey

Dr. Bilgi Baca is a distinguished surgeon with a comprehensive background in complex surgical disciplines. His practice encompasses a wide spectrum of advanced surgical care, with a particular emphasis on endocrine surgery and general surgery. Patients seeking specialized treatment for hemorrhoid and anorectal diseases, Crohn’s disease, colitis, obesity, and pelvic pain benefit from his in-depth knowledge and skilled approach.

Education and Academic Standing

Dr. Baca’s foundational medical education was obtained from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He further honed his surgical expertise at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, completing his General Surgery residency. His commitment to academic excellence is underscored by his achievement of Associate Professor status in General Surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2009.

Clinical Experience

Dr. Baca has cultivated extensive practical experience throughout his career. He has been a dedicated member of the Acıbadem Health Group since 2014, providing high-level surgical care. Prior to this, he expanded his international perspective and honed his skills in colorectal surgery during a fellowship at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles from 2009 to 2010. This diverse experience has equipped him with a broad range of surgical techniques and patient management strategies.

Professional Affiliations and Contributions

Demonstrating a commitment to advancing surgical knowledge and patient care, Dr. Baca is an active member of numerous prestigious medical organizations. These include the International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists, the European Society of Coloproctology, the Turkish Surgery Association, and the Turkish Colon and Rectum Association. His engagement also extends to the National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, the National Society of Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surgery, the Turkish Hepato Pancreato Biliary Surgery Association, and the Hernia Association, reflecting his broad expertise and dedication to the surgical community.

Published Research and Academic Contributions

Dr. Baca is an accomplished researcher with a significant portfolio of publications in respected medical journals. His scholarly work focuses on innovative surgical techniques and patient outcomes, particularly in the fields of colorectal surgery and advanced minimally invasive procedures. Notable publications include evaluations of robotic rectal resection, total laparoscopic approaches for right colon cancer, laparoscopic management of colonic lipomas, and hybrid laparo-endoscopic single-port adrenalectomy. His research also delves into the impact of obesity on laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer and the critical role of surveillance after colorectal cancer resection, showcasing his commitment to evidence-based medicine and the continuous improvement of surgical practice.