Snapshot Highlights
- Over two decades of surgical experience.
- Specializing in General Surgery with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques.
- Extensive publication record in peer-reviewed surgical journals.
- Active member of multiple prestigious national and international surgical associations.
- Educated at esteemed institutions including Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
Dr. NIHAT YAVUZ
Professional Experience
Dr. Nihat Yavuz brings over two decades of dedicated experience in general surgery, marked by a consistent commitment to advancing patient care and surgical innovation. His tenure at the Acıbadem Health Group, commencing in 2008, signifies his established presence within a leading healthcare network. Prior to this, he honed his surgical skills and contributed significantly to surgical education and practice at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty from 1993 to 1999.
Education
Dr. Yavuz’s foundational medical education was obtained from the distinguished Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine in 1984. He further advanced his specialization, completing his General Surgery training at the highly reputable Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 1993, laying the groundwork for his extensive career in surgical practice and research.
Publications and Research
Dr. Yavuz possesses a robust publication record, underscoring his contributions to the field of surgery, particularly in minimally invasive techniques and hernia repair. His research has been featured in prominent journals such as Hernia, Laparoscopic Endoscopic Percutaneous Techniques, and the Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Key areas of his published work include laparoscopic incisional lumbar hernia repair, laparoscopic repair of ventral and incisional hernias, and laparoscopic transperitoneal adrenalectomy, demonstrating expertise in advanced surgical procedures. His research also extends to gastrointestinal surgery and physiological studies, as evidenced by publications in the Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques and Biological Trace Element Research.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
As a testament to his standing in the medical community, Dr. Yavuz is an active member of numerous esteemed professional organizations. These include the National Surgical Association, Turkish Cancer Association, Society of Endocrine Surgery, Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, National Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery, International Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgery, and the Turkish Medical Association. His engagement with the Turkish Hernia Association and the Forensic Medicine Institution further highlights his broad engagement and commitment to surgical excellence and ethical practice.