Professional Experience
Dr. Pekmez has a rich clinical history across major hospitals in Turkey.
- Transplant Surgeon and General Surgeon at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital (since 2022)
- General Surgeon at Lokman Hekim Van Hospital (2013–2022)
- General Surgeon at Yüksekova State Hospital (2011–2013)
- Performs kidney and liver transplantations with both living and deceased donors
- Participates in complex general surgery cases, including endocrine and gastrointestinal procedures
Academic Contributions
Dr. Pekmez plays a vital role in surgical education and professional development.
- Mentors surgical residents and transplant unit staff
- Engages in training sessions on organ transplantation and infection control
- Active in multidisciplinary clinical case discussions
Areas of Expertise
He specializes in advanced transplant and surgical care.
- Kidney Transplantation: living- and deceased-donor procedures
- Liver Transplantation: complex surgical cases for various liver diseases
- General Surgery: includes abdominal, endocrine, hernia, gastrointestinal, and hepatopancreatobiliary interventions
- Perioperative Care: skilled in pre- and post-transplant patient management
Publications and Research
Dr. Pekmez contributes to clinical research in transplant surgery, with a focus on improving procedural outcomes and infection prevention among transplant recipients.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Pekmez prioritizes patient-centric care and safety.
- Maintains open communication with patients and families throughout treatment
- Emphasizes stringent infection control and patient safety, especially in transplant cases
- Provides online consultations to support international patients through pre-surgery planning
- Honors diverse cultural backgrounds and individual patient needs
Professional Affiliations
- Member of Ankara Surgical Association
- Member of Ankara Breast Diseases Group
- Certified by the Turkish Medical Board in General and Transplant Surgery
FAQs
- Is Dr. Mesut Pekmez board-certified?
- Yes, he holds certification from the Turkish Medical Board in both General and Transplant Surgery.
- What types of transplant surgeries does he perform?
- He performs kidney and liver transplantation using either living or deceased donor grafts.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, he offers online pre-consultation and full support for international patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay after transplantation?
- Hospital stays vary depending on the organ transplanted and patient condition, typically ranging from 7 to 14 days.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Pekmez is fluent in Turkish and English.
- What is his approach to infection control?
- He emphasizes strict perioperative infection prevention and close post-operative monitoring.
- Can he perform other types of surgeries?
- Yes, in addition to transplant procedures, he performs a variety of general surgery operations including endocrine and gastrointestinal surgeries.
