General Surgery Dr. Tuncer Babür
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Dr. Tuncer Babür
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Dr. Tuncer Babür is a General Surgery specialist at Acibadem Kozyatağı Hospital in İstanbul with 25+ years of experience.
He treats anterior, emergency, and recurrent abdominal wall hernias, canal of Nuck cysts, colon cancer, rectal cancer, colorectal neuroendocrine tumors, achalasia, gallbladder duplication, and retrorectal endometriosis, and performs extended-view totally extraperitoneal hernia repair, totally extraperitoneal hernia repair, laparoscopic colon cancer surgery, and laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery. He consults in Turkish and English and…
M.D. Tuncer Babür is a general surgeon with a medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1998). He brings extensive clinical experience and is currently affiliated with Acibadem Health Group since 2021. M.D. Babür is an active member of several professional organizations, including the National Surgical Association, the Colon and Rectum Association, the Turkish Hernia Association, and the Istanbul Medical Chamber. He is committed to high-quality surgical care, continuous professional development, and evidence-based practice in colorectal and hernia surgery.
Clinical Focus
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Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.
Anterior abdominal wall herniasEmergency abdominal wall herniasRecurrent abdominal wall herniasCanal of Nuck cystsColon cancerRectal cancerColorectal neuroendocrine tumorsAchalasiaGallbladder duplicationRetrorectal endometriosisExtended-view totally extraperitoneal hernia repairTotally extraperitoneal hernia repairLaparoscopic colon cancer surgeryLaparoscopic rectal cancer surgery
Background
Education
- 1998Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine General Surgery
- 1989Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
Career
Professional Experience
- 2021Acibadem Health Group
- 2017Acibadem Health Group / General Surgery Specialist
- 2005–2017Kartal Yavuz Selim State Hospital / General Surgery Specialist
- 2001SSK Kartal Hospital / General Surgery Specialist
Affiliations
Professional Memberships
- National Surgical Association
- Colon Rectum Association
- Turkish Hernia Association
- Istanbul Medical Chamber
Research
Selected Publications
- A new technique that facilitates surgery in e-TEP repair British Journal of Surgery, Volume 111, Issue Supplement_5, May 2024, znae122.140, https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znae122.140 Ertem M, Babur T.
- Nuck cysts ; three cases treated with the TEP technique British Journal of Surgery, Volume 111, Issue Supplement_5, May 2024, znae122.142, https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znae122.142 Ertem M, Babur T.
- Laparoscopic repair of recurrent cases after laparoscopic hernia surgery; Mesh removal and re-repair. British Journal of Surgery, Volume 111, Issue Supplement_5, May 2024, znae122.141, https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znae122.141 Ertem M, Babur T.
- Emergency abdominal wall hernias and minimally invasive surgery Minimally Invasive Emergency Intraabdominal Surgery. 1st Edition. Ankara: Türkiye Klinikleri; 2023. p.51-4. Babür T, Ertem M. Altıntoprak F, Akın E, editors.
- Laparoscopic Surgical Approach in Rectal Cancer Treatment Journal of Kanser Gündemi; Volume 9/2, May 2021. P.124-129. Babur T, Ertem M.
- Gallbladder Duplication: A Rare Case Treated Laparoscopically ACU Health Bil Derg 2020; 11(1):186-189. https://doi.org/10.31067/0.2020.260 Babür T, Özveri E, Ertem M.
- Surgical treatment of colorectal neuroendocrine tumors. Erguney S, editor. Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Tumors. 1st Edition. Ankara: Türkiye Klinikleri; 2020. p.49-54. Babür T, Ertem M.
- Anterior abdominal wall hernia repair with e-TEP technique: A single-center experience with short term results. Laparosc Endosc Surg Sci 2020;27(4):259-265 DOI: 10.14744/less.2020.32848 Ertem M, Babür T, Özveri E.
- Robotic surgery in achalasia. Gonullu NN, Editor. Achalasia Current Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches 1st Edition. Ankara: Türkiye Klinikleri; 2019. p.56-9. Ertem M, Babür T.
- Laparoscopic surgery for colon cancer. Colon Cancer Journal of Kanser Gündemi; Volume 7/1, January 2019. p.39-44. Babür T, Ertem M.
- Ileal tubular duplication; a rare cause of ileus in adults. National Journal of Surgery Babür T.
- Iatrogenic zenker diverticulum perforation: A case treated conservatively. National Journal of Surgery Babür T.
- Retrorectal Endometriosis. Journal of Colon and Rectum Diseases Babür T, Çığ G, Akyazıcı M, Ertem M.
- Effect of epidermal growth factor on colonic anastomosis in diabetic rats. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Surgery Kuşlu S, Hamzaoğlu İ, Karahasanoğlu T, Babür T, Alver O, Cebeci H.
- Effect of intraperitoneal drains on colonic anastomotic healing. Journal of Colon and Rectum Diseases Babür T, Hamzaoğlu İ, Paksoy M, Karahasanoğlu T, Kuşlu S, Farahmand M, Ünal H.
- Massive lower gastrointestinal bleeding. National Journal of Trauma Gazioğlu E, Çiçek Y, Çubukçu A, Ertürk S, Babür T.
- Is prophylactic drainage necessary in colorectal anastomoses? Journal of Colon and Rectum Diseases Alemdaroğlu K, Özbal A, Şirin F, Karahasanoğlu T, Babür T.
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What is Dr. Tuncer Babür's specialty?
Dr. Tuncer Babür 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. Tuncer Babür practise at?
Dr. Tuncer Babür sees patients at Acibadem Kozyatagi 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. Tuncer Babür?
Consultations with Dr. Tuncer Babür 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. Tuncer Babür?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Tuncer Babür 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. Tuncer Babür?
Yes. Dr. Tuncer Babür 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. Tuncer Babür have?
Dr. Tuncer Babür has around 25 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. Tuncer Babür?
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. Tuncer Babür?
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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