Trust score 8/100
Dr Tugan Tezcaner
👤 10 years of experience
1,533+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Tugan Tezcaner is a Specialist in General Surgery and the current Medical Director at Liv Hospital, Dubai. He holds a Clinical PhD in General Surgery from Gazi University School of Medicine in Ankara, Turkey, and completed a Clinical Observership in Colorectal Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, USA. His medical training began with a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from Ankara University.
With over 15 years of experience in the field, Dr. Tezcaner has held several senior roles, including Associate Professor and Consultant General Surgeon at Başkent University in Ankara. He has contributed to medical education, mentored surgical trainees, and conducted scientific research in various domains of general and oncologic surgery.
His areas of clinical expertise include laparoscopic and colorectal surgery, oncologic surgery (including HIPEC), endocrine surgery, minimally invasive hernia and gastrointestinal procedures, as well as breast and bariatric surgeries. Dr. Tezcaner’s background includes practice in both public and private healthcare systems across multiple countries, including Turkey, the UAE, and the USA.
Throughout his career, Dr. Tezcaner has maintained a focus on evidence-based, high-quality surgical care, alongside leadership in clinical governance and quality management, which he continues to apply in his dual role at Liv Hospital.
With over 15 years of experience in the field, Dr. Tezcaner has held several senior roles, including Associate Professor and Consultant General Surgeon at Başkent University in Ankara. He has contributed to medical education, mentored surgical trainees, and conducted scientific research in various domains of general and oncologic surgery.
His areas of clinical expertise include laparoscopic and colorectal surgery, oncologic surgery (including HIPEC), endocrine surgery, minimally invasive hernia and gastrointestinal procedures, as well as breast and bariatric surgeries. Dr. Tezcaner’s background includes practice in both public and private healthcare systems across multiple countries, including Turkey, the UAE, and the USA.
Throughout his career, Dr. Tezcaner has maintained a focus on evidence-based, high-quality surgical care, alongside leadership in clinical governance and quality management, which he continues to apply in his dual role at Liv Hospital.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Tugan Tezcaner
Education & training
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2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2012–2016 Residency · General Surgery
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2016–2017 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 458 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 844 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 292 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,579 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 18 · i10: 10
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.1160/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32210779 · cited by 74
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.5587/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34272927 · cited by 112
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.2769/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31855206 · cited by 102
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.6887/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 30078967 · cited by 188
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a general surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · tugan.tezcaner@euroclinics.example
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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