Prof. Dr. Bahadır Külah

Prof. Dr. Bahadır Külah is an experienced General Surgery specialist currently working at A Life Health Group Ankara Hospital. Throughout his long professional career, he has served countless patients in the field of General Surgery and is known for his extensive knowledge in this area.

With his love for medicine and dedication to his profession, Prof. Dr. Külah aims to provide the best healthcare services to his patients. In this pursuit, he possesses a comprehensive academic and practical experience.

Particularly recognized for his outstanding success in Thyroid and Goiter surgeries, he has proven his competence and success in the field by performing over 1,000 successful thyroid surgeries.

Education and Academic Career:

Prof. Dr. Külah graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and continued his education in General Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School with a scholarship from the Ministry of Health.
Later, he took on the role of Head of the General Surgery Department at Bozok University Faculty of Medicine, demonstrating his competence in both education and management.
Additionally, by becoming a member of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), he has established himself as an internationally recognized surgeon.
Prof. Dr. Külah worked for many years at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, where he gained 5 years of residency experience and 18 years of expertise, and in his final year, he served as an Associate Professor Educator, playing a significant role. He also gained experience in General Surgery Intensive Care at the University of Michigan, specializing in the intervention of critically ill patients. As the Head of the General Surgery Department at Bozok University Faculty of Medicine, he led educational activities while continuing his clinical practice. He is currently serving his patients at A Life Health Group Ankara Hospital.

Prof. Dr. Bahadır Külah is a respected General Surgery specialist who has made significant contributions to the Turkish healthcare system through both his clinical practice and his academic and leadership roles.

Institution Position / Title
Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Residency
University of Michigan Medical School General Surgery (Ministry of Health Scholarship)
Bozok University Faculty of Medicine General Surgery
American College of Surgeons, USA President Member (FACS)

Digestive System
Esophageal diseases (e.g., reflux, achalasia)
Stomach diseases (e.g., ulcer, gastritis, stomach cancer)
Small and large bowel diseases (e.g., Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, bowel cancers, bowel obstructions)
Rectum and anus diseases (e.g., hemorrhoids, anal fissure, anal fistula)
Liver, Pancreas, Bile
Gallbladder and bile duct diseases (e.g., gallstones, cholecystitis)
Liver diseases (e.g., liver cysts, liver tumors)
Pancreatic diseases (e.g., pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer)
Endocrine System
Thyroid gland diseases (e.g., goiter, thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer)
Parathyroid gland diseases
Adrenal gland diseases
Breast
Breast cancer
Benign breast diseases (e.g., fibrocystic breast)
Hernias
Inguinal hernia
Umbilical hernia
Incisional hernia
Diaphragmatic hernia
Obesity Surgery
Obesity surgery for overweight individuals (e.g., gastric reduction, gastric bypass)
Emergency Surgery
Appendicitis
Bowel obstruction
Abdominal organ injuries
Some trauma cases
Proctology
Hemorrhoids
Anal fissure
Anal fistula
Pilonidal sinus (coccyx cyst)

Gastrointestinal Surgery
Appendectomy: Surgery performed in cases of appendicitis.
Cholecystectomy: Removal of the gallbladder due to gallstones, inflammation, or other diseases (usually performed laparoscopically).
Gastric Surgery: Gastrectomy (removal of part of the stomach) or gastric bypass (also used in obesity surgery) for conditions like gastric ulcers, stomach cancer, or hiatal hernia.
Bowel Surgery:
Bowel Resection: Removal of a portion of the bowel due to conditions like bowel obstruction, bowel cancer, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis.
Bowel Obstruction Surgery: Surgical interventions based on the cause of bowel obstruction.
Hemorrhoid and Anal Fissure Surgery: Surgical treatment of hemorrhoids or anal fissures in the anal region.
Colorectal Surgery: Surgical treatment of colon and rectal cancers.
Endocrine Surgery
Thyroid Surgery (Thyroidectomy): Removal of part or all of the thyroid gland due to conditions like goiter, thyroid nodules, or thyroid cancer.
Parathyroid Surgery: Surgical intervention for hyperparathyroidism or tumors of the parathyroid glands.
Adrenal Surgery: Removal of adrenal glands due to tumors or other diseases.
Breast Surgery
Breast-Conserving Surgery: Removal of cancerous tissue and a small portion of surrounding tissue in the early stages of breast cancer.
Mastectomy: Complete removal of the breast.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: A procedure to check whether cancer cells have spread to the axillary lymph nodes.
Obesity Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy: Removal of a large portion of the stomach to create a tube-like shape.
Gastric Bypass Surgery: Reconfiguration of the stomach and small intestine.
Hernia Surgery
Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Repair of a hernia that occurs when abdominal organs push through a weak spot in the inguinal area.
Umbilical Hernia Surgery: Repair of a hernia caused by abdominal organs pushing through a weak spot near the belly button.
Incisional Hernia Surgery: Repair of a hernia at the site of a previous abdominal surgery incision.
Liver, Pancreas, and Bile Duct Surgery
Liver Resection: Removal of part of the liver.
Pancreatic Surgery (Whipple Procedure): A complex surgery for tumors of the head of the pancreas.
Bile Duct Surgery: Surgical intervention for bile duct stones, tumors, or other issues.
Surgical Approaches
Open Surgery: The traditional method, where a large incision is made to access the surgical area.
Laparoscopic Surgery: A "closed" surgery performed by inserting a thin camera and instruments through small incisions in the abdomen.
Robotic Surgery: A minimally invasive technique that allows the surgeon to perform precise maneuvers using robotic arms.