Gastroenterology Prof. Dr. Bülent Değertekin
✓ Medically verified profileProf. Dr. Bülent Değertekin
✓ Medically verified profile
Quick answer
Prof. Dr. Bülent Değertekin is a gastroenterologist at Acibadem Ankara Hospital in Ankara with 29+ years of experience.
He treats liver and gastrointestinal conditions including non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, chronic hepatitis C, hepatitis B and delta virus infections, HBV-related hepatocellular carcinoma, laryngopharyngeal reflux, heterotopic gastric mucosa of the cervical esophagus, gastrointestinal motility disorders, obesity-related gastrointestinal disorders, and elevated alanine aminotransferase, and he performs gastrointestinal endoscopy. He consults in Turkish and…
About Prof. Dr. Bülent Değertekin
Prof. Dr. Bülent Değertekin is a gastroenterologist with 29 years of experience. His listed areas of expertise include hepatitis delta virus infection, elevated alanine aminotransferase, laryngopharyngeal reflux, gastrointestinal motility disorders, obesity-related gastrointestinal disorders, and gastrointestinal endoscopy. He also treats hepatitis B virus infection and heterotopic gastric mucosa of the cervical esophagus.
Dr. Değertekin graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and completed Internal Medicine Residency there from 1997 to 2001. He completed Gastroenterology Residency at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine from 2002 to 2005. He was awarded Associate Professor by Ufuk University Faculty of Medicine in 2010 and Professor Doctor by Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine in 2017. He joined Acibadem Health Group in 2012 and practises at Acibadem Ankara Hospital in Ankara, Türkiye.
The profile lists 7 professional bodies, among them the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL), Liver Research Society of Turkey, and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
The profile lists 10 publications dated between 2011 and 2021. Their subjects include non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, chronic hepatitis C and hepatitis B virus infection, and heterotopic gastric mucosa of the cervical esophagus with laryngopharyngeal reflux.
Dr. Değertekin speaks Turkish and English. Online consultation is available, allowing patients abroad to speak with the doctor before travelling.
Areas of Expertise
Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.
Education
- 2017Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor Doctor
- 2010Ufuk University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
- 2009University of Michigan School of Medicine / Hepatology Residency
- 2005Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Gastroenterology
- 2001Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine
- 1996Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
Professional Experience
- 2012Acibadem Health Group
- 2012Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology – Currently
- 2009–2012Ufuk University / Department of Gastroenterology
- 2006–2009University of Michigan / Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- 2005–2006Ankara Gulhane Military Medical Academy / Department of Gastroenterology
- 2002–2005Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Gastroenterology Residency
- 1997–2001Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Internal Medicine Residency
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Gastroenterology Association
- Liver Research Society of Turkey
- European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL)
- Turkish Motility Association
- Turkish Medical Association
- Turkish Obesity Association
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
Selected Publications
- The Changing Prevalence of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) in Turkey in the Last Decade Turk J Gastroenterol. 2021 Mar;32(3):302-312. Degertekin B, Tozun N, Demir F, Söylemez G, Parkan Ş, Gürtay E, Mutlu D, Toraman M, Seymenoglu TH
- Real-world efficacy and safety of Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir and Ombitasvir/Paritaprevir/Ritonavir ± Dasabuvir combination therapies for chronic hepatitis C: A Turkish experience Turk J Gastroenterol. 2020 Dec;31(12):883-893. Degertekin B, Demir M, Akarca US, Kani HT, Ucbilek E, Yildirim E, Guzelbulut F, Balkan A, Vatansever S, Danış N, Demircan M, Soylu A, Yaras S, Kartal
- Regular coffee intake improves liver enzyme levels and liver histology in patients with chronic alcohol consumption, non-alcoholic fatty liver and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis: Report of 259 cases Bulent Degertekin, Nurdan Tozun, Aysegul Gizem Soylemez, Ezgi Gurtay, Ugur Bozkurt, Yusuf Yilmaz, Suna Yapali, Eser Vardareli, Hakan Umit Unal
- Determination of the upper limits of normal serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) level in healthy Turkish population Hepatology Forum 2020:44-47 Bulent Degertekin, Nurdan Tozun, Figen Demir, Gizem Soylemez, Suna Yapali, Ugur Bozkurt, Ezgi Gurtay, Tolga Hayrettin Seymenoglu, Deniz Mutlu,
- VH.Diagnosis, management and treatment of hepatitis delta virus infection: Turkey 2017 Clinical Practice Guidelines Turk J Gastroenterol. 2017 Dec;28(Suppl 2):84-89. Yurdaydin C, Tabak F, Kaymakoğlu S, Akarsu M, Akıncı EG, Akkız H, Alkım C, Çekin AH, Çuvalcı NÖ, Demir K, Değertekin B, Dökmetaş İ, Ersöz G, Hizel K,
- VH.Diagnosis, management and treatment of hepatitis B virus infection: Turkey 2017 Clinical Practice Guidelines Turk J Gastroenterol. 2017 Dec;28(Suppl 2):73-83 Tabak F, Yurdaydin C, Kaymakoğlu S, Akarsu M, Akıncı EG, Akkız H, Alkım C, Çekin AH, Çuvalcı NÖ, Demir K, Değertekin B, Dökmetaş İ, Ersöz G, Hizel K,
- Addressing barriers to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis B and C in the face of persisting fiscal constraints in Europe: report from a high level conference J Viral Hepat. 2016 Feb;23 Suppl 1:1-12. Papatheodoridis G, Thomas HC, Golna C, Bernardi M, Carballo M, Cornberg M, Dalekos G, Degertekin B, Dourakis S, Flisiak R, Goldberg D, Gore C, Goulis
- The relationship between heterotopic gastric mucosa in the cervical esophagus and laryngopharyngeal reflux Ear, Nose and Throat Ihtis Derg. 2012 Jan-Feb;22(1):6-11. Ezerarslan H, Çoban M, Kuran S, Akmansu ŞH, Özgüler Z, Beriat GK, Erkan G, Değertekin B, Kocatürk S
- A Case of Burkitt’s Lymphoma Mimicking Crohn’s Disease: A Case Report Case Report Med. 2011;2011:685273. Erkan G, Coban M, Caliskan A, Ataç GK, Gulpinar K, Degertekin B, Korkmaz A.
- Clinical outcomes of liver transplantation for HBV-related hepatocellular carcinoma: data from the NIH HBV OLT study Clin Transplant. 2011 Mar-Apr;25(2):E152-62. Han SH, Reddy KR, Keeffe EB, Soldevila-Pico C, Gish R, Chung RT, Degertekin B, Lok A; NIH HBV OLT Study Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Bülent Değertekin's specialty?
Which hospital does Dr. Bülent Değertekin practise at?
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Bülent Değertekin?
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Bülent Değertekin?
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Bülent Değertekin?
How many years of experience does Dr. Bülent Değertekin have?
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Bülent Değertekin?
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Bülent Değertekin?
A dedicated team, from first message to follow-up
Our international patient office coordinates your appointment, travel and treatment at JCI-accredited Acıbadem hospitals — and stays with you in your own language, every step of the way.
Schedule your appointment with Prof. Dr. Bülent Değertekin
Choose a date and time that suits you. Our international patient team will check availability and confirm your appointment — usually within 24 hours.
- 1Choose your date & timePick a preferred day and time slot for your visit.
- 2Share your detailsTell us how to reach you and anything we should know.
- 3We confirm with youOur team confirms the appointment by phone or email.
Request your appointment
This request goes directly to this doctor’s schedule.
Your information stays strictly confidential and is used only to arrange your care.
