Yaşam Kemal Akpak, MD, is a highly accomplished Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and a leading expert in advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. He currently serves as the Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Izmir City Hospital, affiliated with the University of Health Sciences in Izmir, Türkiye. A graduate of the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Prof. Akpak has built a distinguished career combining extensive clinical expertise with a deep commitment to surgical education, research, and international health capacity-building. His global medical contributions include establishing hospitals and developing women’s health initiatives in nations such as Sudan and Niger. As an internationally recognized proctor and trainer, Prof. Akpak actively mentors the next generation of gynecologic surgeons across Türkiye, the Middle East, Russia, and Central Asia. He specializes in the dissemination of highly advanced, safe, and standardized surgical techniques. Beyond his clinical and educational roles, he is a trusted Scientific Expert and Consultant for European Union research evaluations and a Principal Investigator in international clinical trials. A prolific academic, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications shaping national guidelines and modern surgical practices in women's health

Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery, Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain