Mehmet Altug Tuncer
34
years of experience
Mehmet Altug Tuncer
- Specialization: Cardiovascular surgeon
- 34 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Göztepe Hospital
- Serves as head of the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Mehmet Altug Tuncer is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Tuncer previously directed the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu. He holds the rank of Professor and specializes in complex heart and vascular procedures.
- Serves as Chairman of the Aortic Surgery Working Group in Turkey.
- Authored 38 SCI-indexed publications and a medical textbook.
- Expert in minimally invasive and robotic cardiovascular surgery.
- Practices at Memorial Göztepe, which features robotic surgery and hybrid operating rooms.
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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. Mehmet Altug Tuncer is a cardiovascular surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He has served as the Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University since 2018. Prof. Tuncer previously directed the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu Hospital.
Specialization and Surgical Focus
Dr. Tuncer focuses on complex heart and blood vessel procedures. He chaired the Aortic Surgery Working Group for the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. This group develops standards for treating the body's largest artery – the aorta. He also treats infections of the heart lining as a member of the Infective Endocarditis Working Group. The specialist uses techniques for surgical methods that use small incisions or robotic assistance to treat heart conditions.
Work Experience
- 2025–Present – Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, Istanbul
- 2018–Present – Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine
- 2013–Present – Cardiovascular Surgery Instructor at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 2016–2018 – Director of the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 2012–2016 – Administrative Coordinator at Kartal Koşuyolu Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
- 2002–2013 – Chief Assistant in Cardiovascular Surgery at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1998–2002 – Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
Education and Academic Background
- 2018 – Awarded title of Professor at Istanbul Okan University
- 2013 – Awarded title of Associate Professor at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1992–1998 – Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1985–1991 – Medical Doctor degree at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
Research and Publications
Prof. Tuncer has contributed to medical literature with over 50 articles. His academic portfolio includes:
- 38 publications in SCI and SCI-Expanded journals
- 19 articles in national medical journals
- Author of one medical book
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
- Society of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiovascular Surgery
- Turkish Medical Association
- Turkish Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
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