Snapshot Highlights
- Over two decades of dedicated experience in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
- Expertise in advanced gastroenterological procedures and research.
- Published author with significant contributions to leading medical journals.
- Affiliated with prestigious medical institutions, including Acıbadem Health Group.
- Distinguished member of key medical associations, including the Endoscopy Association.
Dr. DIGDEM OZER ETIK
Education
Dr. Digdem Ozer Etik’s foundational medical education was completed at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. She further honed her skills in Internal Medicine at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, graduating in 2004. Her specialization in Gastroenterology was achieved at the Türkiye High Specialization Training and Research Hospital in 2011, marking her as an expert in digestive system health.
Professional Experience
Dr. Etik’s career trajectory showcases extensive experience in the field of gastroenterology. She commenced her specialized practice as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Ankara Güven Hospital from 2004 to 2008. Following her gastroenterology training, she served in a compulsory service role at Şırnak State Hospital from 2011 to 2012. Her subsequent roles include a significant tenure as a Gastroenterology Specialist at Ankara Güven Hospital (2013-2014), Bursa Acıbadem Hospital (2014-2016), and Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara Hospital (2016-2022). Currently, she is a valued member of the Acıbadem Health Group, contributing her expertise since 2022.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Digdem Ozer Etik actively participates in professional development and stays abreast of the latest advancements in her field through her memberships in esteemed organizations. She is a recognized member of the Endoscopy Association and the Turkish Gastroenterology Association, demonstrating her commitment to the broader medical community and the advancement of gastroenterological practices.
Publications and Research
Dr. Etik is a prolific contributor to medical literature, with her research focusing on critical areas within gastroenterology. Her publications include studies on the efficacy of Helicobacter pylori eradication on atrophic gastritis and intestinal metaplasia, comparative assessments of colon preparation for screening colonoscopies, and the impact of propranolol treatment on hepatocellular carcinoma incidence in liver transplant patients. She has also explored the effectiveness of shortened treatment durations for Helicobacter pylori, successful antiviral treatments for Hepatitis C in renal patients, and the palliative role of pancreatic stenting in chronic pancreatitis. Further research includes the prognostic value of risk models in primary sclerosing cholangitis, the accuracy of endosonography in differentiating pancreatic cystic lesions, the effect of training on radiation exposure during ERCP, and the utility of fecal calprotectin as an inflammation marker in ulcerative colitis.