Professional Experience
Assoc. Prof. Sözener has held key positions in various esteemed institutions:
- Current Role: Organ Transplant Surgeon at Medicana International Ankara Hospital
- Previous Positions:
- Akşehir State Hospital
- İskilip State Hospital
- Karolinska University, Sweden
- Specialization: Kidney Transplantation and General Surgery
Academic Contributions
Assoc. Prof. Sözener actively contributes to the academic and medical community:
- Teaching Role: Faculty member at Atılım University, Department of General Surgery
- Research Interests: Organ transplantation, surgical techniques, and patient outcomes
- Conference Participation: Regular speaker at national and international medical conferences
Areas of Expertise
Assoc. Prof. Sözener’s clinical expertise encompasses a range of complex surgical procedures:
- Kidney Transplantation: Expertise in both living and deceased donor kidney transplants
- Liver Transplantation: Involvement in complex liver transplant surgeries
- General Surgery: Comprehensive surgical care for various conditions
Publications and Research
Assoc. Prof. Sözener has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications:
- Research Article: “Outcomes of Deceased Donor Kidney Transplantation: A Single-Center Experience” published in the Journal of Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Research Article: “Use of Bipolar Electrosurgical Device for Sealing of Ureter During Laparoscopic Live Donor Nephrectomy: Single-Center Experience” published on ResearchGate
Patient Care Philosophy
Assoc. Prof. Sözener is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care:
- Patient-Centered Approach: Emphasis on clear communication and patient education
- International Patient Care: Offers online consultations for international patients
- Cultural Sensitivity: Committed to understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds
Professional Affiliations
Assoc. Prof. Sözener is affiliated with several esteemed medical organizations:
- National Memberships:
- Turkish Society of Transplantation
- Turkish Surgical Society
- International Memberships:
- International Society of Nephrology
- European Society for Organ Transplantation
- Certifications:
- Board-certified in General Surgery
- Certified in Organ Transplantation
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ulaş Sözener board-certified?
- Yes, he is board-certified in General Surgery and certified in Organ Transplantation.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- Dr. Sözener specializes in kidney and liver transplantation, as well as general surgical procedures.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Dr. Sözener offers online consultations and personalized care for international patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The length of hospital stay varies depending on the procedure and individual patient recovery, typically ranging from a few days to a week.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Sözener is fluent in Turkish and English, facilitating communication with international patients.
