Prof. Ozgur Kemik

Prof. Ozgur Kemik biography:

Prof. Ozgur Kemik is a distinguished general surgeon specializing in surgical oncology and solid organ transplantation. Born in 1974 in Kaynarca, Sakarya, he completed his medical education at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1997. He then pursued his specialization in General Surgery at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine, where he has been an academic staff member since 2009. Prof. Ozgur Kemik has authored over 100 articles, with more than 80 published internationally, and has contributed to two book chapters. He is fluent in English.

Prof. Ozgur Kemik areas of Interest:

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery: Specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, focusing on reducing recovery times and improving patient outcomes in various oncological surgeries, particularly in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers.
Upper Gastrointestinal System Cancers: Expertise in the surgical management of cancers affecting the upper gastrointestinal tract, including esophageal, gastric, and duodenal cancers.
Lower Gastrointestinal System Cancers: Proficient in treating cancers of the colon, rectum, and anus. Utilizes modern techniques to perform colorectal resections and other complex gastrointestinal procedures.
Surgical Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes: Specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery as a treatment option for type 2 diabetes, particularly in patients who are not responsive to conventional treatments.
Breast Cancer: Expertise in the comprehensive management of breast cancer, including breast-conserving surgeries, mastectomies, and lymph node dissection.
Hepatobiliary Cancers: Extensive experience in treating cancers of the liver, pancreas, and biliary system. Specializes in complex surgeries, including liver resections and liver transplants, for patients with hepatobiliary malignancies.
Cytoreductive Surgery: Specializes in cytoreductive surgery for patients with advanced cancer, particularly for those with peritoneal carcinomatosis.
Kidney Transplantation: Expertise in kidney transplantation, both from living and deceased donors.

Professional Experience:

1997-2004: Assistant in General Surgery at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine.
2004-2005: Specialist in General Surgery at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.
2005-2009: Specialist in General Surgery at a private hospital.
2009-2010: Assistant Professor at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine.
2010-2011: ERCP training at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.
2012-2014: Fellow in Solid Organ Transplantation at Acıbadem University International Hospital.
2012: Associate Professor in General Surgery.
2014: Director of Organ Transplantation Center and Head of Surgical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine.
2017: Professor in General Surgery.