Dr. Zuleyha Akkan Cetinkaya
Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Memorial Atasehir HospitalIstanbul, Turkey
27+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- Medical Degree: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1992–1998)
- Internal Medicine Specialization: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (1998–2003)
- Gastroenterology Specialization: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2003–2009)
Overview:
Dr. Zuleyha Akkan Cetinkaya is a distinguished gastroenterologist and hepatologist with over 27 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver disorders. She currently serves at the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey.
Her academic journey began with a medical degree from Istanbul University, followed by specialization in internal medicine and gastroenterology. She achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2013 and was promoted to Professor in 2020.
Prof. Dr. Cetinkaya has contributed significantly to medical research, authoring 19 scientific publications focusing on topics such as Helicobacter pylori eradication, chronic hepatitis, and the effects of vitamin supplementation on treatment outcomes.
She is proficient in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
In addition to her clinical and academic roles, Dr. Cetinkaya is actively involved in addressing gender disparities in the medical field. She co-authored a study examining the challenges faced by female gastroenterologists in Turkey, highlighting issues such as work-life balance and underrepresentation in leadership positions.
Conditions Treated
- Celiac Disease
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis B and C
- Gastritis
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Pancreatitis
- Gallbladder Diseases
- Liver Diseases (Fatty Liver, Hepatomegaly)
- Colon Cancer
- Esophageal Disorders (Achalasia, Barrett's Esophagus)
- Anemia related to gastrointestinal bleeding
- Lactose Intolerance
- Vitamin Deficiencies
- Peritonitis
- Budd-Chiari Syndrome
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
- Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Anal Fissures
- Esophageal Cancer
- Atrophic Gastritis
- Functional Dyspepsia
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Ascites
Procedures Performed
- Gastroscopy (EGD)
- Colonoscopy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Polypectomy
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Rektosigmoidoscopy
- Double-Balloon Endoscopy
- Esophageal pH Monitoring
- Esophageal Manometry
- Liver Biopsy (Percutaneous)
- Helicobacter Pylori Breath Test
- Barium Studies
- Balloon Dilatation
- Gastrostomy
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastrektomi
- Fecal Occult Blood Test
- CT Colonography
- Endoscopic Band Ligation
- Endoscopic Sclerotherapy
- Ileostomy
- Pancreatic and Islet Cell Transplantation
- Esophageal Variceal Banding
- Esophageal Cancer Treatment
- Liver Resection
- Radiofrequency Ablation of Liver Tumors
- Percutaneous Ethanol Injection for Liver Metastases
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FAQs
She specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal and liver diseases.
Prof. Dr. Cetinkaya practices at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey.
Yes, she provides virtual appointments and second medical opinion services.
You can book directly through Memorial Atasehir Hospital. Alternatively, for international patients, HOSPIDIO can assist you. Please contact us at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.
She is fluent in Turkish and English.
Yes, Dr. Cetinkaya has authored 19 scientific publications and actively participates in research related to gastroenterology and hepatology.