Assoc. Prof. Tarık Akar, M.D. is a distinguished gastroenterologist and hepatologist based in Istanbul, Turkey, with over two decades of clinical experience. He is currently practicing at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, where he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures and the management of complex gastrointestinal and liver diseases.
Full Name: Assoc. Prof. Tarık Akar, M.D.
Years of Experience: Over 21 years
Main Specialty: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Educational Background
Medical School: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Turkey (Graduated in 2000)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Ankara University Medical Faculty (2000–2004)
Fellowship: Gastroenterology, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital (Completed in 2011)
Advanced Training: Korea University Medical Faculty and CHA Medical Center – Specialized in advanced endoscopic procedures such as POEM, ESD, STER, and POETRA
Current Position: Gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul
Previous Roles:
Director of Internal Medicine and Emergency Department at Turkey Diyanet Foundation Special 29 May Hospital
Specialist at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital
Faculty Member at Bülent Ecevit University Medical Faculty Gastroenterology Clinic
Procedures Performed: Over 1,000 ERCPs and more than 40 POEM surgeries for achalasia
Academic Contributions
Publications: Authored 19 international and 6 local scientific papers
Conference Presentations: Presented 25 papers at national and international medical congresses
Awards: Recipient of Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster Awards at the 7th International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Akar’s clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of gastrointestinal and hepatological conditions, with a focus on advanced endoscopic interventions. His areas of specialization include:
Hepatology: Management of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and autoimmune hepatitis
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Helicobacter Pylori: Diagnosis and eradication therapies
Achalasia and Zenker’s Diverticulum: Treatment using POEM and Z-POEM techniques
Gastroparesis: Management through G-POEM procedures
Biliary Tract Diseases: Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for diagnosis and treatment
Advanced Colonoscopic Procedures: Including enteroscopy for small intestine evaluation
Publications and Research
Dr. Akar has contributed significantly to medical literature, with notable publications such as:
“Double band” technique for intractable or recurrent esophageal variceal hemorrhage: An alternative rescue method. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2017 Nov;28(6):535-536. This study discusses a novel approach to managing challenging cases of esophageal variceal bleeding.
Successful hemostasis of an actively bleeding Dieulafoy’s lesion using only argon plasma coagulation in a patient with myelodysplastic syndrome and severe thrombocytopenia. This case report highlights the efficacy of argon plasma coagulation in a high-risk patient.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Akar is committed to providing patient-centered care, emphasizing clear communication, empathy, and education. His approach includes:
Personalized Treatment Plans: Tailoring interventions to each patient’s unique needs
International Patient Services: Offering online pre-consultations and culturally sensitive care for international patients
Patient Education: Ensuring patients are well-informed about their conditions and treatment options
Minimally Invasive Techniques: Utilizing advanced endoscopic procedures to reduce recovery times and improve outcomes
Professional Affiliations
Turkish Gastroenterology Society
HEPİBA (Turkish Liver Research Society)
Turkish Liver Research Society
FAQs
Is Dr. Tarık Akar board-certified?
Yes, Dr. Akar is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology in Turkey.
What types of procedures does he perform?
Dr. Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, including POEM for achalasia, ESD for early-stage gastrointestinal cancers, ERCP for biliary tract diseases, and G-POEM for gastroparesis.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes, Dr. Akar offers services to international patients, including online pre-consultations and culturally sensitive care.
How long is the typical hospital stay after procedures?
The length of hospital stay varies depending on the procedure, but many advanced endoscopic interventions are minimally invasive, often allowing for shorter recovery times.
What languages does he speak?
Dr. Akar is proficient in English and Turkish, facilitating communication with a diverse patient population.
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Turkey,
Jun 06, 2024
Yakup Barnığ
Hasta ve hasta yakınlarına karşı çok ilgili.
Babamızın uzun zamandır yediklerini yutma problemi vardı, birkaç kez endoskopi yapılmasına ve birkaç ayrı hekime gitmemize rağmen sorunumuz devam etmekteydi. Tarık Bey daha ilk muayenede durumu çok güzel analiz ederek bize kısa sürede çözüm sundu.
Kendisine müteşekkiriz.
Onkoloji hastası olan babamın tüm şikayetlerine gözle görülen engin bilgisi ve tespit becerileriyle anında müdahale edip çözüm buldu . Halen içinde bulunduğumuz zor zamanlarımızda bize Tarık hocamız ve onkoloji doktorumuz Süleyman Alıcı hocamız başta olmak üzere en çok yardım eden ve güven veren Hisar Hospital ailesine çok minnettarız.
Tarık hocayı babamın hastalığı ülseratif kolit vesilesiyle tanıdık.Yaşadığımız zor zamanda hastalığa ve hastaya olan yaklaşımı; bilgisi ,sakin ve emin tavrı ile farkını ortaya koydu .Taburcu olduktan sonra da şahsen takip ederek her sorumuza sabırla yanıt vermeye devam ediyor.Güven ve alaka bir hasta ile doktorun arasındaki en önemli şey sanırım …Tarık hoca ve ekibine çok teşekkürler🌺
Benimde mide problemim ile alakalı verdiği bilgilerden dolayı kendisine çok teşekkür ederim gözü kapalı gidin derim.
Turkey,
Nov 04, 2023
Sevdegul Ergul
Uzun süredir yaşadığım mide de
ağrı ,yanma ve reflü problemlerim için Tarık hocam Arma işlemini önerdi.İslem öncesi ve sonrası takibi ve ilgisi çok güzeldi.Arma işlemi yaklaşık iki ay önce gerçekleştirildi.Öncesinde yaşadığım rahatsızlıkların bir çoğu geçti.Tarık hocam ve ekibine tüm emekleri için teşekkür ediyorum.
Bağırsakla ilgili şikayetimin tanı ve tedavisinde, doğru yönlendirmelerle çözüme ulaştık . Süreç boyunca Doç. Dr. Tarık Akar benim tüm endişeli sorularımı sabırla ve güleryüzle karşılayarak net açıklamalarla bilgilendirmelerde bulundu. Gönül rahatlığı ile tercih edilecek bir doktor olduğunu rahatlıkla söyleyebilirim.
Tarık Bey'i bir arkadaşım aracılığı ile tanıdım, çok kıymetli bir hekim, midem de problem vardı, hep organik ürünlerle kendimi idare ederim diye düşünüyordum, bir hekim eli değmesi gerekiyormuş, o da Tarık Bey oldu, 1-2 hafta da toparladım, çok teşekkürler hocam
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