General Surgery Prof. Dr. Metin Ertem
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About Prof. Dr. Metin Ertem
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Prof. Dr. Metin Ertem is a General Surgery specialist at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital in İstanbul with more than 35 years of experience.
He treats hernias and handles hernia surgery, laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, minimally invasive general surgery, and colon and rectal surgery. He offers consultations in Turkish and English and provides online video consultation.
Prof. Metin Ertem is a seasoned general surgeon with a medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1991). Since 2004 he has been affiliated with Acibadem Health Group, where he has provided advanced surgical care with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. He is actively involved in the surgical community through multiple leadership and membership roles. He serves as President of the Hernia Association and has held the presidency of the Turkish Cancer Foundation.
He was the 2nd President of the National Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surgery Association and is a board member of the Istanbul Surgical Association. Internationally, he is a member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery and the International Society of Surgery, and also contributes to the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Prof. Ertem is recognized for his expertise in endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures and for his commitment to surgical education, professional leadership, and improving patient outcomes.
Areas of Expertise
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Education
- 1991Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine General Surgery
- 1984Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
- 1975Ataturk High School
Professional Experience
- 2004Acibadem Health Group
- 1991Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / General Surgery
Professional Memberships
- European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
- Hernia Association President
- International Society of Surgery
- President of the Turkish Cancer Foundation
- National Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surg. Association 2nd President
- Istanbul Surgical Association Board Member
- Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
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