Birthplace
Erzurum
Languages
ENGLISH
Medical Areas of Interest
- Early diagnosis of gastrointestinal cancers
- Endoscopic procedures in the gastrointestinal system (polypectomy, EMR)
- Chronic Hepatitis screening and monitoring.
- Obesity treatment and monitoring
- Gluten and food sensitivity screening and monitoring.
Highlights
Nihat Okçu is a Gastroenterologist with clinical and international experience specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various oncological diseases. In his clinical practice, Nihat Okçu applies current treatment protocols based on evidence-based medicine principles and creates individualized treatment plans for each patient.
He is experienced in monitoring patients of different age groups and adopt a comprehensive approach, taking into account patients' comorbidities and overall clinical condition. He effectively utilizes modern treatment methods and adopts a multidisciplinary working model. He integrates international standards into its daily practice.
Educations
1999
Karadeniz Technical University, Gastroenterology
1997
Atatürk University, Professorship in Internal Medicine
1992
Atatürk University, Associate Professorship in Internal Medicine
1985
Atatürk University, Specialization in Internal Medicine
1981
Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine
Publications
1- Nihat Okçu, Gülçin Polat, Arif Yılmaz, Mehmet Koruk, The demographic features of gastric cancers in Erzurum (Eurasian J Med 2000; 32: 63-65)
2- An Evaluation of Cases with Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Klinik Bilimler-Doktor. 2000 - E.Akarsu, N.Okçu, et al. In Northeastern Anatolia 6:4:435-438
3-N.Okçu, A.Yılmaz, İ.Kiki, M.D.Onuk, C.Gündoğdu, H.Uzunismail. Our Diagnostic Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Results. Atatürk University Medical Journal 1997,29(2):486
4-N. Okçu, M.Gündoğdu, M.D. Onuk, İ.Kiki, L.Cerrahoğlu, K.Yılmaz, İ. Çapoğlu. The Role of Misoprostol in Preventing Gastroduodenal Lesions in Patients Using Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). Atatürk University Medical Journal 1997,29(2):453-455.
5-N.Okçu, A. Öz, M.D. Onuk, E.Akarsu, B. Tekin, H.Z. Tonbul, H.Kaya. Plasma Fibronectin Levels in Chronic Active Hepatitis and Decompensated Liver Parenchymal Failure and Their Relationship with Liver Function Status. Turkish J. Gastroenterol 1995;27(4): 422-426.
6-N.Okçu, Tahir Buran, M.D. Onuk, A. Yılmaz, E.Akarsu, G. Akçay. Prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori in Patients with Duodenal Ulcer in Erzurum and Its Surroundings. Turkish J. Gastroenterol 1995;27(4): 447-450.
7-N.Okçu, B.S. Uyanık, E. Akarsu, E. Bakan, Z. Tonbul. The Significance of Carbohydrate Antigens (CA-19-9, CA-125), Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) and Alkaline Phosphatase in Gastric and Colorectal Cancers. Turkish J. Gastroenterol 1995;6:467-471.
8-N. Okçu, M.D. Onuk, E. Akarsu, H. Doğan, C. Gündoğdu. Major Risk Factors in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Our Region. Gastroenteroloji 1994;5(2):154-157
9-N.Okçu, M.D. Onuk, E. Akarsu, H. Doğan, C.Gündoğdu, Tahir Buran. Frequency of Gastric Carcinoma, Endoscopic and Histological Features in the Erzurum Region. Gastroenteroloji 1994;5(2):263-267.
10-N. Okçu, M.D. Onuk, Tahir Buran, E. Akarsu, M.A. Çiftçioğlu. Frequency of Helicobacter Pylori in Cases of Nonspecific Gastritis in the Erzurum Region. Gastroenteroloji 1994;5(2):211-213.
11-N.Okçu, M.D. Onuk, Ö. Ünal, E. Akarsu, L. İncesu, K. Akgöz. Diagnostic Value of Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Intra-Abdominal Mass Lesions. Gastroenteroloji 1993;4(1):166-68.
12-N.Okçu, M.D. Onuk, M. Polat, A. Yılmaz, M. Gündoğdu, M. Paç. Budd-Chiari Syndrome (2 Cases). Turkish J Gastroenterhepatol 1993; 4(1):77-80.
13-N.Okçu, H. Koçak, M.D. Onuk, M. Gündoğdu, E. Bakan, A. Yılmaz, A. Başoğlu, A. Ateş, F.A. Paç. The Effect of Atrial Pressure Changes and Cardiac Nerves on Plasma Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) Levels. Vascular Surgery 1993; 27(2): 128-132
15-N.Okçu, M.D. Onuk, A.Yılmaz, M. Gündoğdu, T. Buran. The Effects of Omeprazole and Ranitidine on Peptic Ulcer Healing. Doğa-Tr.J. of Medical Sciences 1992;16:657-658.
16-N. Okçu, M.R. Yiğitoğlu, B. Adam, E. Bakan. The Effect of Digoxin on Plasma Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Levels in Patients with Congestive Heart Failure. S.Ü. Medical Faculty Journal 1991;7(2):243-247.
17-N.Okçu, A. Yılmaz. The Effect of Histamine H2-Receptor Antagonists in Upper Gastrointestinal System Bleedings. Endoskopi Dergisi 1991;2(4):17-23.
18-N.Okçu, E. Bakan, B. Adam, A. Yılmaz, M.R. Yiğitoğlu. Sex Hormones and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Levels in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis and Liver Cirrhosis (Letter to the Editor). Doğa-Tr. J. Of Medical Sciences 1991;15:1-2.
19-N.Okcu, Ömer Yılmaz. Helicobacter pylori and related gastrointestinal system diseases. Turkiye Klinikleri J Med Sci. 2013;33(3):806-13
20-Nihat Okçu, Ömer Yılmaz, Hakan Dursun, Gülçin Polat. The Relationship Between Dietary Habits, Endoscopic and Histological Findings in Dyspeptic Symptoms (Eurasian J Med 2006; 38: 13-17)
21-Mehmet Bilici,1 Nihat Okcu,1 Kerim Cayır,1 Ibrahim Pirim,2 Salim B. Tekin,1 and Cemal Gundogdu3 - Distribution of HLA Tissue Groups in Patients with Gastric Cancer. Eurasian J Med. 2010 Apr; 42(1): 9–11.
22-Nihat Okcu, Abdulhalim Bak, Mehmet Sari, Mehmet Arslan, Sait Kapicioglu: The Fibroblast Proliferation, Relationship of Hepatocyte Growth Factor (HGF) and Interferon-A2A. Gastroenterology April 2000 Volume 118, Issue 4, Part 2, Page A1404
23-Kubra Kaynar, Sait Kapicioglu, Mehmet Sarı, Nihat Okcu, Abdulhalim Baki. The Effect of Fish Oil on Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis. Gastroenterology Volume 118, Issue 4, Part 2, Page A1255
Memberships
- Turkish Gastroenterology Association
- Turkish Liver Diseases Research Association (TKAD)
Areas of Expertise
- Gastroenterology
- internal medicine
Clinical Competencies
- Targeted therapies and endoscopic procedures
- Personalized treatment planning
- Supportive and palliative treatment approaches
- Geriatric patient management
- Holistic management of comorbid chronic diseases
Scientific Activities
- Over 30 scientific publications in SCI/SCI-E indexed journals
- Author of book chapters in the field of gastroenterology
- Participation in more than 50 national and international congresses and scientific meetings
- Epidemiology of Gastric Cancer in Türkiye
- Prevalence of Gastric Cancer in the Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia Regions of Türkiye
- Prevalence of Liver Cirrhosis in the Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia Regions of Türkiye
- Prevalence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia Regions of Türkiye"
International Clinical Experience
- Participation in international conferences in the USA, Europe, and Asia on various dates.
Certifications
- ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
Additional Information
- Gastrointestinal System Cancer Prevention and Preventive Approaches
- Evaluation of Risk Factors and Screening Programs in Gastrointestinal System Cancers