About
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özhan Çetindağ – Oncology & Cancer Treatment Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özhan Çetindağ is an Associate Professor and surgical oncologist with 15 years of medical experience, practicing in Izmir. He specializes in cancer surgeries including thyroid, gastric, colorectal, and breast cancer, as well as advanced laparoscopic procedures and bariatric surgeries such as gastric sleeve and gastric balloon. Dr. Çetindağ completed his sub-specialty in Surgical Oncology at Ankara University and is known for pioneering new surgical techniques. He has excellent patient reviews and provides educational content through his YouTube channel.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özhan Çetindağ - Surgical Oncology Specialist
Doç. Dr. Özhan Çetindağ is an Associate Professor in General Surgery with sub-specialty in Surgical Oncology.
Professional Journey
Born on January 13, 1985. In 2011, Dr. Çetindağ achieved success in TUS (Medical Specialty Examination) and began his General Surgery specialty training. In 2016, he completed his specialty at İzmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, becoming a General Surgery Specialist.
From 2016 to 2018, Dr. Çetindağ worked at İzmir Torbalı State Hospital, where he performed numerous successful surgeries. Notably, he pioneered surgeries that had never been performed before at that hospital:
- Rectal cancer surgeries (first ever at Torbalı)
- Laparoscopic reflux surgeries (first ever at Torbalı)
- Breast reduction surgeries (first ever at Torbalı)
His successful surgeries during this period were featured in national and local media, recognizing his surgical skills and innovation.
From 2018 to 2019, Dr. Çetindağ worked as a General Surgery specialist at İzmir Suat Seren Training and Research Hospital.
In 2019, Dr. Çetindağ achieved an extraordinary accomplishment: he ranked 2nd in Turkey in YDUS (Sub-specialty Examination), earning the right to pursue Surgical Oncology sub-specialty training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Surgical Oncology Department. The same year, he took the Turkish Surgical Association's qualification exam and ranked 2nd, earning his qualification certificate.
From 2020 to 2022, Dr. Çetindağ worked at Ankara University Surgical Oncology clinic, gaining advanced expertise in cancer surgery.
Specialized Services
Dr. Çetindağ is primarily interested in laparoscopic surgery and cancer surgery. His other special interest areas include: pilonidal sinus disease surgery, gastric sleeve surgery, gastric botox application, and gastric balloon application.
Comprehensive Services:
- Cancer Surgery (Surgical Oncology): Thyroid cancer and goiter surgery, Gastric (stomach) cancer surgery, Colorectal cancer surgery, Colon cancer surgery, Pancreatic cancer surgery, Breast cancer surgery, Advanced laparoscopic cancer procedures
- Bariatric Surgery: Gastric sleeve surgery (tüp mide), Gastric balloon application, Gastric botox application, Obesity treatment
- General Surgery: Inguinal hernia repair, Pilonidal sinus surgery, Gallbladder stone surgery, Laparoscopic procedures
- Diagnostic: Endoscopy, Colonoscopy
Patient Reviews
Dr. Çetindağ has excellent patient reviews with 5/5 ratings:
- Thyroid surgery patient praised detailed pre/post-operative care
- Breast cancer patient's family grateful for educational videos and expertise
- Gastric balloon patient lost 15kg in 1 month
- Gastric botox patient appreciated zero pain/zero discomfort procedure
Active online presence on YouTube (@drozhancetindag) provides educational content helping cancer patients and families make informed decisions.
Working Hours: Monday-Saturday 09:00-18:00
Educational Background
- Medical Doctor (MD) - Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, 2010
- Specialty in General Surgery - Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, 2016
- Sub-specialty in Surgical Oncology - Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Surgical Oncology Department, 2020-2022
- Associate Professor - Academic Title
Professional Achievements
- Associate Professor (Doçent Dr.) academic title
- Born January 13, 1985 in Ankara
- Completed primary and high school education in Ankara
- Graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2010
- 2011: worked as general practitioner in hometown Sereflikochisar
- 2011: SUCCESSFUL IN TUS (Medical Specialty Exam) - began General Surgery specialty
- 2016: completed General Surgery specialty at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
- 2016-2018: worked at Izmir Torbali State Hospital - performed numerous successful surgeries
- PIONEERED first-ever rectal cancer surgeries, laparoscopic reflux surgeries, and breast reduction surgeries at Torbali Hospital
- Successful surgeries featured in national and local media
- 2018-2019: worked as General Surgery specialist at Izmir Suat Seren Training Research Hospital
- 2019: RANKED 2ND IN TURKEY in YDUS (Sub-specialty Exam) - earned right to Surgical Oncology sub-specialty at Ankara University
- 2019: RANKED 2ND in Turkish Surgical Association qualification exam
- 2020-2022: worked at Ankara University Surgical Oncology clinic
- 15 years of medical experience
- 9 years as General Surgery specialist
- Primarily interested in laparoscopic surgery and cancer surgery
- Other special interests: pilonidal sinus disease, gastric sleeve surgery, gastric botox, gastric balloon
- Currently practicing in Izmir
- Excellent patient reviews (5/5 ratings)
- Active on social media and YouTube for patient education
- Bariatric Surgery
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Gastric Bypass
- Gastric Sleeve
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Metabolic Surgery
- Nutritional Counseling
- Weight Loss Procedures
- 🇹🇷 Turkish
- 🇬🇧 English
- 🇩🇪 German
- Surgical Oncology
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
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