Snapshot Highlights

• Professor Doctor with extensive experience in General Surgery.
• Specialized expertise in Pancreas, Liver, and Biliary Tract Diseases.
• Advanced training in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery from Belgium.
• Prolific researcher with numerous SCI-Exp publications.
• Active member of prestigious surgical societies.

Dr. MURAT GONENC

Professional Experience and Dedication

Dr. Murat Gonenc brings over two decades of dedicated experience to the field of General Surgery, with a pronounced focus on complex conditions affecting the pancreas, liver, and biliary tract. His commitment to advancing surgical techniques and patient care is evident throughout his distinguished career. Since 2020, he has held the esteemed title of Professor Doctor, underscoring his significant contributions to medical education and practice. His professional journey includes impactful roles at leading institutions such as Acıbadem Health Group, where he specifically focused on Pancreas, Liver, and Bile Duct Diseases starting in 2019. Prior to this, he served as an Associate Professor and Education Officer at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital from 2014 to 2017, and at Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital from 2008 to 2009. Earlier in his career, he provided essential medical services at Sinop Gerze State Hospital from 2006 to 2008.

Educational Journey and Advanced Training

Dr. Gonenc’s robust educational foundation was laid at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, where he completed his medical studies in 2000 and specialized in General Surgery, graduating in 2006. His pursuit of specialized knowledge led him to the University of North Carolina, USA, as a Visiting Surgeon in 2006. Further enhancing his global perspective and expertise, he undertook observer roles in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery at the University of Löven, Belgium, in 2015. His academic achievements are marked by his recognition as an Associate Professor in 2014, followed by his attainment of the Professor Doctor title in 2020, solidifying his status as a leading figure in his specialty.

Contributions to Medical Science and Research

Dr. Gonenc is a distinguished contributor to the medical literature, with a significant portfolio of publications in highly regarded journals, many of which are indexed in SCI-Exp. His research interests span critical areas of general and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, including the management of acute calculous cholecystitis, the efficacy of laparoscopic appendectomy, and the intricate diagnosis and treatment of iatrogenic bile duct injuries. His published works also address challenging clinical cases and innovative treatment options, such as percutaneous endoscopic colostomy for high-risk patients, and factors influencing patient recovery, like sleep patterns in the postoperative period. His work reflects a deep commitment to evidence-based medicine and the continuous improvement of surgical outcomes.

Professional Affiliations

Dr. Gonenc actively participates in the broader medical community through his memberships in key professional organizations. He is a valued member of the Turkish Society of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, the National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, and the Turkish Surgery Association. These affiliations demonstrate his commitment to professional development, collaboration, and the advancement of surgical standards.