Haluk Caglar Karakaya
9
years of experience
Haluk Caglar Karakaya
- Specialization: Cardiovascular surgeon
- 9 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Göztepe Hospital
- Member of the European Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) and European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
Dr. Haluk Caglar Karakaya is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He manages complex heart and vascular conditions using robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Karakaya earned his medical degree from the prestigious Hacettepe University English program. He completed his residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Hospital, a major Turkish thoracic center.
- Member of the European Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Maintains membership in the European Society for Vascular Surgery.
- Completed specialized training in endovascular surgery and Doppler ultrasonography.
- Works at a facility equipped with da Vinci XI robotic surgery systems.
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John • Nasal polyp surgery
Australia
Jul 8, 2026
Honestly, my recovery so far has been better than expected
The price was exactly as agreed. My surgery for Turbinate reduction also included a septoplasty to straighten my septum, and fix my concha bullosa. Done under general anesthesia. Honestly, my recovery so far has been better than expected. The support has been solid; the clinic stayed in touch, and it was particularly helpful that my doctor was available to answer all of my follow-up questions. That provided a lot of reassurance. Everything really felt like a luxury first class experience. After half my life living off nasal sprays and congestion I’m now ready to live the other part of life with a nose that breathes! Just go for it. Lifes too short to put up with suffering that can be medically fixed!
Warm Doctor and staff, feels like a luxury first class experience.
Anonymous • Vaginoplasty
United Kingdom
Jun 20, 2026
my recovery from reconstructive vaginoplasty has been much better than expected
If you're thinking about this procedure, I'd tell you that my recovery from reconstructive vaginoplasty has been much better than expected. The whole process felt very supported. It was so helpful that my surgeon took the time to explain the dilation schedule clearly, which made me feel confident about aftercare. The clinic staff have also stayed in touch since I left. Do be aware that you'll need to pay for medications you take with you from the hospital. A final tip: bring your own sanitary towels and be sure to budget extra money for travel, food, and sightseeing, as hotel stays generally only cover breakfast.
Great fast response from Bookimed very helpful information and hospital referral liliia was very helpful in giving me information and guidance
Take more patient information to avoid unnecessary costly consultations and hospital stays
Anonymous • Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
Ireland
Jun 7, 2026
The surgeon, staff, and clinic all get a 5/5 from me
My biggest worry was the recovery itself, specifically how tired and weak I would feel. I have to say, my energy level has been better than expected for this early stage. It’s a relief. The surgeon, staff, and clinic all get a 5/5 from me. The biggest eating challenge right now is having no appetite at all, which is an adjustment when you know you need to get your liquids in. I can manage about a quarter cup per sitting, which makes sense given they removed 80-85% of my stomach. Overall, this was the right decision and I would certainly recommend this clinic.
Every Question Answered,
Always Kept Intouch,
So Helpful and Kind,
I couldnt be more comfortable with how Bookimed handle everything. They did an amazing job and any doubt or worry I had they made sure to not worry. The hospital I went to was amazing and they did everything thoroughly. The doctor assigned to me was amazing and so good. After the procedure I was allowed to go back to my hotel 2 days after. My translator Betul on the 2nd day to the day I left was amazing and so pleasant to speak to.
The English Translator on the first day was nice but very invasive and asked personal questions which he was asked not to ask and you could tell that he didnt have much experience.
Anonymous • Diabetes type 2
Kyrgyzstan
Apr 8, 2026
To be honest, if a friend asked me, I wouldn’t recommend this treatment. It’s been 15 days, and so far the results have been rather modest — my blood sugar levels have improved slightly, but that’s about it. The clinic itself deserves high praise; everything is very modern and clean. However, the work of the doctor and staff left a mediocre impression. When I asked questions, time was limited, and I didn’t manage to ask everything I wanted to; the doctor simply said, ‘If you like, come back tomorrow.’ The consultation lasted a mere 15 minutes. The transfer services were very poorly organised, with issues regarding punctuality, constant waiting and frequent changes of interpreters. Perhaps there will be improvements to the treatment in the future. Overall, I got the impression that the hospital’s primary concern is simply making money, and everything else is of secondary importance.
Brian Larson • Male Check-up
United States of America
Jan 30, 2026
I was very satisfied by Memorial hospital's men’s essential health check-up
I was very satisfied by Memorial hospitals men’s essential health check up. Everything went very smoothly, and I feel that my concerns were addressed, and the tests were explained well. I have my results. To show my doctor back home.
Getting important medical tests that I’ve never had my life at 67 like stress test EKG, ultrasounds of my abdomen, and neck
It really can’t be helped, but that the hospital is a little far out of the center of Istanbul
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Qualifications
Dr. Haluk Caglar Karakaya is a cardiovascular surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the European Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) and the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS). He treats various heart and vascular conditions using traditional and minimally invasive techniques.
Specialization and Surgical Focus
Dr. Karakaya treats complex heart and blood vessel cases. He uses modern surgical methods like robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He also performs endovascular procedures and uses advanced Doppler ultrasonography — a specialized imaging technique to evaluate blood flow — for vascular diagnosis.
Professional Experience
- 2025–Present — Memorial Göztepe Hospital — Specialist in Cardiovascular Surgery
- 2022–2025 — University of Health Sciences Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital — Specialist in Cardiovascular Surgery
- 2020–2022 — University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital — Resident Physician
- 2017–2020 — Ankara University Faculty of Medicine — Resident Physician
Education and Training
- 2005–2013 — Hacettepe University — MD, Faculty of Medicine (English Program)
- 2017–2020 — Ankara University Faculty of Medicine — Specialization Training
- 2020–2022 — University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Training and Research Hospital — Specialization Training
Continuing Medical Education
Dr. Karakaya regularly attends international summits to stay current with surgical innovations.
- 2024 — 27th European Vascular Course, Maastricht
- 2024 — Cardiac Memorial Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Summit
- 2024 — 18th Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Congress, Antalya
- 2023 — 24th Congress of the Asian Society for Vascular Surgery, Antalya
- 2023 — TKDCD Endovascular Course, Istanbul
- 2023 — “Grey Areas in Vascular Surgery” Symposium, Istanbul
- 2023 — Basic and Advanced Doppler Ultrasonography Course, Ankara
Professional Memberships
- European Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS)
- European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS)
- Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
- National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
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