Erkan Cakir
- Specialization: Pediatric pulmonologist
- 36 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
- Pediatric Pulmonologist Medical Fields of Interest Acute and chronic respiratory problems Respiratory Infections. Bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures Asthma Breathing problems during sleep Cystic fibrosis Tuberculosis
Dr. Erkan Cakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating acute and chronic respiratory problems in children. Dr. Cakir focuses on asthma, cystic fibrosis, and breathing disorders during sleep. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards.
- Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and specialized treatment procedures for young patients.
- Treats complex respiratory conditions including tuberculosis and chronic infections.
- Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
- Served as a board member for the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association.
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Specialization and Focused Care
Dr. Cakir treats infants and children with various breathing disorders. He uses bronchoscopic methods for both diagnosis and therapeutic interventions. The doctor treats chronic lung issues through long-term management strategies. These strategies help stabilize breathing and prevent future complications. Common conditions treated include:
- Asthma and respiratory tract infections
- Acute and chronic respiratory problems
- Breathing problems during sleep
- Cystic fibrosis and tuberculosis
- Pneumonia and COPD symptoms in children
Professional Work History
The doctor has served in several medical institutions in Turkey since 2002. He currently treats patients at Liv Hospital Ulus. His previous roles include:
- 2010–2023: Lecturer at Bezmialem Vakif University, Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases
- 2007–2010: Specialist at Sureyyapasa Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital
- 2002–2004: Pediatrics Specialist at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
Education and Academic Training
Dr. Cakir completed his medical training at institutions in Turkey. He studied child respiratory health during his advanced residency and fellowship. His academic history includes:
- 1991–1997: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree
- 1997–2002: Göztepe Training and Research Hospital – Residency in Pediatrics
- 2004–2007: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – Fellowship in Pediatric Chest Diseases
Memberships and Medical Boards
The specialist holds leadership and supervisory roles in several professional organizations. He participates in the international respiratory research community. These memberships include:
- Turkish Pediatrics Institution – Member of the supervisory board
- Pediatric Chest Diseases Association – Board member
- European Respiratory Society (ERS)
- Türk Toraks Derneği
- Istanbul Tuberculosis Association
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