Professional Experience
- Current Position: Associate Professor at Medicana International Ankara Hospital
- Previous Roles:
- General Surgery Specialist, Develi State Hospital, Kayseri (2007–2010)
- Assistant Professor, Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Sivas (2010–2013)
- Assistant Professor, GATA General Surgery Department, Ankara (2010–2011)
- Assistant Professor, Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine, Denizli (2013–2014)
- Associate Professor, Bilim University Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul (2014–2015)
- Associate Professor, Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine, Denizli (2017–2019)
- Associate Professor, Medicana International Ankara Hospital (2019–2021)
- Notable Procedures: Over 1,000 laparoscopic surgeries, including liver transplants, Whipple procedures, and complex abdominal surgeries
Academic Contributions
- Research Interests: Liver transplantation, minimally invasive surgery, pancreatic surgery
- Publications: Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals
- Conferences: Regular speaker at national and international medical conferences on general and laparoscopic surgery
- Mentorship: Supervises surgical residents and fellows in advanced surgical techniques
Areas of Expertise
- Conditions Treated:
- Liver diseases requiring transplantation
- Pancreatic disorders
- Gallbladder and bile duct diseases
- Colorectal cancers
- Inguinal and abdominal hernias
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Severe diverticulitis
- Procedures Performed:
- Liver transplantation
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Inguinal and incisional hernia repair
- Hemicolectomy
- Appendectomy
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Gökakın has contributed extensively to the field of general and laparoscopic surgery. His research focuses on liver transplantation and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been cited in numerous academic works.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Gökakın is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to his patients. He emphasizes clear communication, patient education, and a collaborative approach to treatment planning. His philosophy centers on achieving the best possible outcomes through advanced surgical techniques and attentive post-operative care.
Professional Affiliations
- Turkish Surgical Society
- Turkish Transplantation Society
- European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
- Turkish Society of Hepatobiliary Surgery
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ali Kağan Gökakın board-certified?
- Yes, he is board-certified in general surgery and organ transplantation.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in liver transplantation, pancreatic surgeries, laparoscopic procedures, and complex abdominal surgeries.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Medicana International Ankara Hospital has a dedicated international patient department to assist with travel and treatment arrangements.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stays vary depending on the procedure. For liver transplantation, the average stay is approximately 10–14 days, including pre-operative and post-operative care.
- What languages does he speak?
- Prof. Dr. Gökakın speaks Turkish and English fluently.
