In 1990, I graduated from the Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University, Faculty of General Medicine, with a Summa cum Laude distinction. I obtained board certifications in Internal Medicine and later in Gastroenterology.
Already during my university years, I developed a strong commitment to gastroenterology and gastrointestinal endoscopy. I have been practicing medicine in Budapest for more than 25 years. I began my specialist career at Szent János Hospital, where I still serve today as Head Consultant of the Outpatient Department and the IBD Clinic. For over 20 years, I have also been active in private medical practice.
In 2000, I conducted research on biliary and pancreatic diseases at the Gastroenterology Department of Indiana University (IUPUI), USA.
Currently, I serve as a board member of the Hungarian Society of Gastroenterology.
In my view, the ancient saying that “death resides in the bowels” could not be more relevant in the 21st century. This is especially true considering that Hungary ranks first in Europe in the incidence of colorectal cancer. The proportion of patients suffering from inflammatory bowel diseases and functional gastrointestinal disorders (such as reflux, bloating, and IBS) is steadily increasing — not to mention conditions linked to obesity or alterations of the gut microbiome. Therefore, I consider the prevention of gastrointestinal cancers and the treatment of related disorders among my foremost professional goals.
For decades, I have been deeply dedicated to caring for patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD – ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease). As part of this work, I have had the opportunity to use the latest biological therapies and, through participation in international clinical trials, apply the most advanced investigational treatments for Hungarian patients.
Beyond scientific work, I regard the doctor–patient relationship as fundamentally important — built on mutual trust, empathy, and respect — which I consider essential for true healing.
My main fields of expertise within gastroenterology include:
- Diagnosis and advanced treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis), including biological therapies and participation in international clinical studies.
- Investigation of bleeding symptoms, treatment of diverticulosis and diverticulitis, and endoscopic removal of colon and gastric polyps.
- Treatment of reflux disease, gastric and duodenal ulcers, and eradication of *Helicobacter pylori*.
- Screening and prevention of esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers.
- Diagnosis and management of anorectal disorders, including hemorrhoids, inflammations, and fissures.
- Diagnosis and treatment of liver and pancreatic diseases, as well as biliary tract stones.
- Management of functional disorders (dyspepsia, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic diarrhea, constipation, and colonic diverticulosis).
- Examination and complex treatment of dysbiosis and other microbiome-related disorders.
Professional memberships:
- Hungarian Medical Chamber
- Hungarian Society of Gastroenterology
- Endoscopy Section of the Hungarian Society of Gastroenterology (MGT)
- MGT Colon Section, MGT Pancreatology Section, and MGT Private Practice and Financing Working Group
- FIGAMU (Young Gastroenterologists Working Group)
International memberships:
- ECCO (European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation)
- ESGE (European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
- MCCBE (Hungarian Crohn’s and Colitis Patients’ Association)