Ercan Karakoc
18
years of experience
Ercan Karakoc
- Specialization: Interventional radiologist
- 18 years of experience
- accreditation:
- Speaks:English, Turkish
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Dr. Ercan Karakoc is a radiology professor at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional radiology and abdominal imaging. Dr. Karakoc completed a research fellowship at University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA. He is a fellow of the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology.
- Specializes in uterine fibroid embolization and prostate fusion biopsy.
- Winner of multiple European Congress of Radiology and ESGAR awards.
- Served as General Secretary for the Turkish Society of Radiology.
- Published over 100 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
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Tetiana • Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant
United Kingdom
Feb 24, 2026
It was a very good experience for us and we are grateful for the treatment provided
It was a very good experience for us, and I will use this service in the future if necessary. All the answers to my questions were given. Everything is very organized. They have their own counter at the airport, where they arranged a transfer for us and brought us comfortably to the hotel. We were accompanied everywhere. The price of the service was as agreed in advance. There were no additional payments. I only spent money on my husband's eye drops at the pharmacy, but they're sold at affordable prices. The hospital is very modern, it's a large complex, there's a university nearby. The hospital has a special department for dealing with foreign clients. We didn't run, we weren't looking for anything, Mustafa was with us all the time and made arrangements for everything himself. There were a few days between the diagnosis and surgery, and we managed to book several tours of Istanbul. It helped us relieve the tension of worrying about the surgery. My husband has an agimatism, he got the best lenses in the world that exist right now. These lenses were made specifically for the parameters of his eye. It's been less than a week since the surgery, but my husband says he can see some things even better than he had with glasses before. The rehabilitation is not over yet, he has to drip eye drops on schedule for a month, take care of eyes, and don't lift heavy things and rub eyes. The doctors have done their job, now a lot depends on how clearly my husband adheres to the doctor's recommendations. It was a very good experience for us and we are grateful for the treatment provided.
Peter Tin Shouk Fong • LASIK eye surgery
Australia
Jul 10, 2025
I am very impressed with the quality and standard of the whole process
Communication was great. I was picked up from the hotel, transfered to the hospital, and accompanied by Adam (translator) through the journey. He knew exactly the intake process and what they would want. He was well organized and very friendly.
The consultant spoke English and was very calm, and professional. I had femto iLasik which was without complication. Pre-op my prescription was -7. Day 0 post op, I could still see but with blurry vision. Day 1 post op, my vision is now 20/20. But eyes feel gritty but hopefully will ease in a few days. I am very impressed with the quality and standard of the whole process. I would highly recommend Turkey for medical tourism. It's affordable and a beautiful clean city to visit as well.
Stupendous experience.
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Rene • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
United States of America
Jan 17, 2026
What really stood out was how my doctor took the time to show me what to expect with each lens type after testing my eyes thoroughly, which helped me confidently choose the multifocal option
What really stood out was how my doctor took the time to show me what to expect with each lens type after testing my eyes thoroughly, which helped me confidently choose the multifocal option. He performed the surgery personally on both of my eyes the same day. My recovery is going about as expected, and the clinic provided a clear aftercare guide. Just be prepared for the other costs. Of course, I had to pay for my flight, a two-week hotel stay, and also a required $150 medical insurance policy on top of the clinic's price.
Vikki Kingsley Jones • IOLs implantation
New Zealand
Aug 9, 2024
I recommend bookimed
My husband and I traveled from New Zealand to both get eye lens replacement surgery. From the start we have had print and effient communication. With every question answered. We were picked up from the airport, taken to hotel, then the same day at our request taken to the hospital for our appointment. Two days later we were in having eye surgery again with pick ups and drop offs. We were met at the hospital entrance, by bookimed.com translators and hospital translators they were amazing every day, in every way. The doctors were provisional and onto it, explaining every detail, and answering all our questions.
Our procedure went very well and we are very happy with the outcome and how amazing we can see, no longer with glasses or contacts. I recommend bookimed.com to everyone. Vikki
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Everything from start to finish was amazing. From the taxi service to the translators and doctors. The main thing is the results of our eye surgery.
Abdoul wahab Ka • Glaucoma treatment
Senegal
May 21, 2025
the coach's availability, his empathy and his humanism
I particularly appreciated
1- the day-to-day follow-up from the first contact
2- the responsiveness in preparing and organising the trip
3- the logistical arrangements for my travel - punctuality and regularity
4- the coach's availability, his empathy and his humanism
5. Efficiency and speed of medical treatment
6- the high standard of the technical facilities
7- the doctor's ability to listen
8- Post-operation follow-up
9- Availability and openness of staff
I would also like to point out that a personalised medical file is not provided for information purposes and for better remote monitoring.
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Certifications & accreditations
European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology
Qualifications
Prof. Ercan Karakoc is a specialist in abdominal and interventional radiology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He completed a research fellowship at the University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA. Dr. Karakoc treats intravenous tumors and performs uterine fibroid embolization.
Radiology Specialization and Methods
Dr. Karakoc focuses on abdominal and urogenital imaging. He performs prostate fusion biopsy for precise cancer detection. His intervention methods include chemoembolization and radioembolization to treat tumors internally. He also treats uterine fibroids through targeted embolization techniques.
Academic and Professional Timeline
Dr. Karakoc has held academic and administrative roles at several Turkish universities.
- Sinop Central Kabalı and Gerze Karlı Health Centers – Physician
- Erciyes University Department of Radiodiagnostics – Research Assistant
- SB Sivas Maternity and Child Nursing Hospital – Specialist
- Fırat University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor
- Fırat University Medical Faculty Hospital – Assistant Chief Physician (2004)
- Fırat University Faculty of Medicine Dean's Office – Member of the Faculty Board of Directors
- University Hospital of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University, USA – Research Fellow
- Bezmialem Vakif University – Professor and Head of Radiology Department (2010–2014)
- Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine Dean's Office – Member of the Faculty Board of Directors
- Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine – Professor and Head of Radiology Department
Education and Training
- 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
- Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine – Specialization in Radiodiagnostics
- Fırat University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship and Professorship in Radiodiagnostics
- Case Western Reserve University, USA – Radiology Research Fellowship
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Karakoc has earned multiple international prizes for his diagnostic accuracy and research. These honors include:
- 2002 – 3rd prize in Image Interpretation at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR), Vienna
- 2003 – 2nd prize for correct answers in the European Radiology Interpretation Corner
- 2007 – 2nd prize at the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR), Lisbon
- 2007 – 3rd prize for papers on prostate MRI at the Turkish Radiology Congress
- 2009 – 1st prize for case interpretations at ESGAR, Valencia
Professional Memberships and Leadership
The specialist holds fellowships in European societies and has led national medical boards.
- Fellow of the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR)
- Fellow of the European Society of Uroradiology (ESUR)
- Turkish Society of Radiology – Former Secretary General and Board Member (2013–2015)
- Turkish Radiology Association Qualification Board – Member (2011–2014)
- Medical Ultrasonography Association
- Turkish Magnetic Resonance Society
- Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology
- European Society of Radiology (ESR)
- Korean Society of Radiology
Research and Publications
Dr. Karakoc has published over 100 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research covers topics from diffusion-weighted MRI for prostate cancer to penile trauma imaging. Additionally, he studied liver fibrosis assessment and the utility of ADC measurements. ADC stands for Apparent Diffusion Coefficient, which helps distinguish between different types of liver tissues. He has also contributed to international meetings, including the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
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