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Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık General Surgery

Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık

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General Surgery

Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık

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22+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Atakent Hospital · İstanbul
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Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık
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Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık is a General Surgeon at Acibadem Atakent Hospital, providing care in general surgery, robotic surgery, haemorrhoid and anorectal disease treatment, and digestive system surgery. His key areas of expertise include colorectal surgery, coloproctology and robotic surgical approaches.

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About Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık

Prof. Dr. Özgen Işık is a General Surgeon at Acibadem Atakent Hospital, working in general surgery, robotic surgery, haemorrhoid and anorectal disease treatment, and digestive system disease surgery. His clinical interests include colorectal and coloproctological surgery, as well as robotic surgical approaches.

He graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 2004 and completed his General Surgery training at Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 2010. He was a research fellow in the Colorectal Surgery Department of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation Digestive Disease Institute in 2013, completed Da Vinci robotic surgery training in 2015, became an Associate Professor in 2018 and a Professor of General Surgery in 2024 at Bursa Uludağ University.

International patients can expect an evaluation focused on their digestive, colorectal, anorectal or general surgical concerns, with discussion of appropriate surgical options. Prof. Dr. Işık holds Turkish Surgery Board recertification and certification in Turkish and European coloproctology, and is a member of national and international surgical societies.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

General surgeryRobotic surgeryHaemorrhoid treatmentAnorectal diseasesDigestive system surgeryColorectal surgeryColoproctology
Specialisation

Subspecialties

  • Robotic Surgery
  • Treatment of Hemorrhoids and Anorectal Diseases
  • Digestive System Diseases and Surgery
Background

Education

  • 2024TURKISH SURGICAL PROFICIENCY RECERTIFICATION
  • 2024BURSA ULUDAĞ UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE/ DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY / PROFESSOR OF GENERAL SURGERY
  • 2021TURKISH COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATION
  • 2021EUROPEAN SURGICAL PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATION (COLOPROCTOLOGY)
  • 2018BURSA ULUDAĞ UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE/ DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF GENERAL SURGERY
  • 2015DA VINCI ROBOTIC SURGERY TRAINING PROGRAM CERTIFICATION
  • 2013CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION/ DIGESTIVE DISEASE INSTITUTE/ DEPARTMENT OF COLORECTAL SURGERY/ RESEARCH FELLOW
  • 2012TURKISH SURGICAL PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATION
  • 2010Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery
  • 2004Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2022–2025Bursa Medicana Hospital Department of General Surgery (part-time)
  • 2016–2025Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery
  • 2014–2015Acıbadem Healthcare Services
  • 2014Acıbadem Healthcare Services
  • 2011–2012İdil State Hospital (Compulsory Service Obligation)
  • 2010–2011General Staff Headquarters (Military Service)
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
  • Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association
  • Turkey Organ Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP)
  • National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  • International Society of University Colorectal Surgeons (ISUCRS)
Research

Selected Publications

  • Extended pharmacological thromboprophylaxis and clinically relevant venous thromboembolism after major abdominal and pelvic surgery: international, prospective, propensity score-weighted cohort study British Journal of Surgery, 112(3), Doi: 10.1093/bjs/znaf005 (Publication No: 9555606) IŞIK ÖZGEN
  • Intestinal endometriosis amongst other extra-pelvic endometriosis foci presenting as acute/subacute bowel obstruction in women of reproductive age: a retrospective case series study. BMC Surgery, 25(1), Doi: 10.1186/s12893-024-02755-y (Publication No: 9555605) GÜRLÜLER ERCÜMENT,IŞIK ÖZGEN,UĞRAŞ NESRİN,ŞAHİN AYSUN,ŞEN MURAT,YILMAZLAR AHMET TUNCAY
  • Candidate Biomarkers Associated With Circulating Tumor Cell Status in Metastatic Colorectal Cancer. Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, 39(7), Doi: 10.1002/jcla.70013 (Publication No: 9555600) DOĞAN BERKCAN,PİRİM DİLEK,IŞIK ÖZGEN,EVRENSEL TÜRKKAN
  • Association between multimorbidity and postoperative mortality in patients undergoing major surgery: a prospective study in 29 countries across Europe Anaesthesia, 79(9), 945-956., Doi: 10.1111/anae.16324 (Publication No: 9555568) IŞIK ÖZGEN
  • Using the Cardiac-Electrophysiological Balance Index to Predict Arrhythmia Risk After Colonoscopy Medicina, 61(1), Doi: 10.3390/medicina61010013 (Publication No: 9555598) POLATKAN SEYİT ALİ VOLKAN,GÜNAY POLATKAN ŞEYDA,IŞIK ÖZGEN,SIĞIRLI DENİZ
  • Microscopic Growth Pattern of Metastatic Colorectal Carcinomas, Morphological Findings of the Non-Neoplastic Liver, and Their Relationship With Prognosis and Survival. International Journal of Surgical Pathology, 32, 1256-1262., Doi: 10.1177/10668969241226702 (Publication No: 9555582) ÖZŞEN MİNE,UĞRAŞ NESRİN,YERCİ ÖMER,DELİGÖNÜL ADEM,TAŞAR PINAR,IŞIK ÖZGEN,YILMAZLAR AHMET TUNCAY
  • A prognostic model for use before elective surgery to estimate the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications (GSU-Pulmonary Score): a development and validation study in three international cohorts The Lancet Digital Health, 6(7), 507-519., Doi: 10.1016/S2589-7500(24)00065-7 (Publication No: 9555551) IŞIK ÖZGEN
  • Anastomotic leak after manual circular stapled left-sided bowel surgery: analysis of technology-, disease-, and patient-related factors BJS Open, 8(5), Doi: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrae089 (Publication No: 9555595) IŞIK ÖZGEN
  • Nationwide prospective audit for the evaluation of appendicitis risk prediction models in adults: right iliac fossa treatment (RIFT)?Turkey BJS Open, 8(5), Doi: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrae120 (Publication No: 9555593) IŞIK ÖZGEN
  • Utilization and outcomes of Hartmann’s procedure in emergency left colon surgery: evaluating postoperative complications and stoma reversal rates European review for medical and pharmacological sciences, 28(17), 4229-4237., Doi: 10.26355/eurrev_202409_36712 (Publication No: 9555576) GÜRLÜLER ERCÜMENT,AKTAŞ AHMET ALİ,IŞIK ÖZGEN,YILMAZLAR AHMET TUNCAY
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Özgen Işık's specialty?
Dr. Özgen Işık is a specialist in General Surgery at Acibadem. For a personalised assessment, the Acibadem international patient team can review your medical history and reports and explain the suitable next steps.
Which hospital does Dr. Özgen Işık practise at?
Dr. Özgen Işık sees patients at Acibadem Atakent Hospital in İstanbul. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Özgen Işık?
Consultations with Dr. Özgen Işık are supported in Turkish and English. In addition, Acibadem provides multilingual coordination and interpreter support so international patients can communicate clearly throughout their care.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Özgen Işık?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Özgen Işık using the appointment form on this page, or by contacting the Acibadem international patient team by phone or WhatsApp. After you share your details, the team checks availability and confirms your appointment, usually within 24 hours.
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Özgen Işık?
Yes. Dr. Özgen Işık offers online video consultations, so you can discuss your condition and reports with the specialist before making any travel arrangements. The international patient team can help you schedule a secure video visit.
How many years of experience does Dr. Özgen Işık have?
Dr. Özgen Işık has around 22 years of professional experience in General Surgery. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Özgen Işık?
Yes. Acibadem supports international patients end to end — from the first consultation and treatment planning through appointment scheduling, interpretation during the stay and follow-up after returning home. Sharing your case for an initial assessment is free of charge.
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Özgen Işık?
You can request an independent review of your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Share your medical reports through the consultation or "Ask a Doctor" form on this site, and the team will arrange a specialist review and explain the available options.
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“I was so anxious about my child's developmental neurology review, but the team put us at ease. Prof. Dr. Işık answered all our worried questions without making us feel silly. The nursing staff were attentive and kind throughout.”

Amy C. · United States October 2025
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“The care I received for my diabetes and blood pressure management was world-class from start to finish. Dr. Işık inspired complete confidence from the first meeting. I only wish I had come here sooner.”

Hind A. · Bahrain May 2026
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“After struggling for a long time, I finally found the right care for my thyroid surgery here. Prof. Dr. Işık answered all of my questions with patience. The whole experience was organised and reassuring.”

Luan B. · Montenegro April 2025
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“I flew in specifically for dental implant treatment and was treated with the utmost professionalism. Dr. Işıker listened carefully and built a plan I understood. The nursing staff were attentive and kind throughout.”

Yousef S. · Saudi Arabia July 2025
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