Op. Dr. Tolga Katmer has extensive professional experience in general surgery, complemented by a strong background in hospital administration and healthcare management. Throughout his career, he has undertaken significant responsibilities in hospital management, healthcare service planning and coordination, administrative operations, and institutional development. By combining his medical expertise with his managerial experience, he contributes to the effective, high-quality, and sustainable delivery of healthcare services.

Areas of Expertise

• General Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Gastroenterological Surgery and Training in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
• Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Surgical Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches
• Hospital and Healthcare Management
• Organization and Coordination of Public Healthcare Services

Education

• Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – Training in Gastroenterological Surgery and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery (1994–1995)
• University of Health Sciences, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital – Residency in General Surgery (1989–1994)
• Ospedale di Sant’Agostino, Italy – Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Training (1996)
• Healthcare Management – Postgraduate Education
• Anadolu University, Faculty of Business Administration – Bachelor's Degree

Professional Experience

• University of Health Sciences, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – General Surgery Resident (1989–1994)
• Kastamonu State Hospital, Kastamonu – General Surgeon (1994–2003)
• Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul – Training in Gastroenterological Surgery and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery (1994–1995)
• Ankara Mevki Military Hospital, Ankara – Medical Officer, Second Lieutenant (1995–1996)
• T.E.V. Sultanbeyli State Hospital, Istanbul – General Surgeon and Deputy Chief Physician (2003–2014)
• Muğla Public Hospitals Union General Secretariat, Muğla – Head of Medical Services (2014–2018)
• University of Health Sciences, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Deputy Chief Physician (2018–2022)
• Muğla Provincial Health Directorate, Muğla – Deputy Head of Public Hospitals Services (2022–2025)
• Private Istanbul Bölge Hospital, Sancaktepe – Medical Director (2026–Present)

Certifications and Professional Training

• Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Colonoscopy
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Training – Ospedale di Sant’Agostino, Italy (1996)

Why Choose Op. Dr. Tolga KATMER?

• Extensive professional experience in general surgery.
• Postgraduate education in Healthcare Management, complemented by an academic background in Business Administration.
• Significant administrative experience, including roles as Deputy Chief Physician and senior healthcare administrator within the provincial health system.
• A systems-oriented approach: The ability to evaluate clinical needs, institutional objectives, and healthcare service efficiency in an integrated manner.

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]