Doctors in test — Page 18

Dr. Birkan Duras is an aesthetic dentistry specialist at YEG Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in smile design, oral rehabilitation, and implantology. Dr. Duras graduated from Yeditepe University and pursued research in prosthodontics at Istanbul University. He performs procedures at YEG Clinic, which features an on-site laboratory for fast results.

• Member of the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD).
• Active in the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPİD).
• Treats dental conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Performs Straumann dental implants, porcelain veneers, and zirconia bridges.

Dr. Ali Karahan is a hair transplant surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. He blends expertise in anesthesiology with hair restoration to ensure patient comfort. Dr. Karahan formerly managed hair transplant units at Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa hospitals. He specializes in achieving natural-looking results for hair restoration patients.

• Specialized in Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Okmeydanı Training Hospital.
• Participates in national and international hair transplantation conferences.
• Treats patients at Quartz Hospital, an Istanbul center serving 6,500 people annually.
• Performed hair restoration procedures in various top Turkish medical networks.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a professor and rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals. He specializes in pain medicine, electrodiagnostic neurology, and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Cakar chair’s the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He completed training in brain stimulation at Harvard Medical School.

• Author of over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Treats complex cases using transcranial magnetic and direct current stimulation.
• Is a member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center known for neurosurgery excellence.

Dr. Gencer Huniler is an orthodontist at WestDent Clinic in İzmir, Turkey. He specializes in fixed braces, transparent aligners, and orthopedic correction. Dr. Huniler completed his dental education and specialty training at Ege University. He addresses complex jaw irregularities and misalignments for children and adults.

• Completed a course on the Damon System for efficient tooth movement.
• Holds a Certificate of Verifiable Continuing Professional Development from EOS.
• Expert in diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment mechanics.
• Practices at WestDent Clinic, an ISO 9001-certified facility in Turkey.

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in hip and shoulder replacement and treats international patients. Dr. Dogan also manages complex spine and extremity trauma. He holds a degree from the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching Hospital.

• Expertise includes pediatric orthopedics for conditions like hip dysplasia and pes equinovarus.
• Studied orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital.
• Performs sports traumatology procedures for meniscus and cruciate ligament injuries.
• Dr. Dogan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting US healthcare safety standards.

Dr. Funda Ataman is a dermatologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in skin cancer treatment, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic rejuvenation. Dr. Ataman graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. She then completed a residency at the Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital Dermatology Clinic.

• Treats allergic skin diseases, hyperhidrosis, and skin tumors.
• Performs cosmetic procedures including Botox, laser treatments, and fillers.
• Uses dermatoscopy for precise skin examination and cancer screening.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation for safety and quality.

Dr. Sema Karakas is a gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for uterine and ovarian cyst removal. Dr. Karakas treats complex conditions like uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 250,000 patients annually.

• Performs scarless tubal ligation and hysterectomy using V-NOTES techniques.
• Treats HPV and performs diagnostic colposcopy, LEEP, and conization.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical options.
• Provides surgical treatment for endometriosis and hysteroscopic polyp removal.

Dr. Safa Manav is a facial rejuvenation specialist at his private clinic in Istanbul. He is European

Dr. Semih Urz is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 35,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Urz specializes in ReLEx SMILE, cataract surgery, and vitrectomy. He received the Best Doctor award from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and LASIK eye surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus.
• Authored several books regarding eye health and diseases.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Orhan Babucçu was the founding chairman of the Plastic Surgery Department at Zonguldak Karaelmas University. He is a specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Babucçu focuses on revision rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and breast surgery. He trained at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States.

• Specializes in reconstructive microsurgery, chronic wound treatment, and skin cancer.
• Maintains membership in the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
• Performs body contouring, genital aesthetics, and gynaecomastia surgery for men.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Celil Göçer is a professor and ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He is an author of over 30 international scientific articles on hearing and sinus conditions. Dr. Göçer trained at the House Ear Institute in Los Angeles, focusing on ear surgery.

• Specializes in cochlear implants, stapedectomy, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Treats complex conditions like sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and laryngeal cancer.
• Recognized for excellence in clinical practice and surgical training models.
• Works at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Umut Dogu is a neurosurgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in treating degenerative spine diseases and traumatic spinal injuries. Dr. Dogu earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He completed his residency at Diskapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital. His expertise includes managing spinal tumors, infections, and congenital disorders like scoliosis.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association.
• Performs pain-focused interventions like neuromodulation, vertebroplasty, and kyphoplasty.
• Works at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, which treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Treats complex conditions including spinal stenosis, disc herniations, and spondylolisthesis.

Dr. Omer Kocabiyik is an ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery and corrective laser eye procedures. He performs multifocal lens implants and LASIK surgery for refractive errors. Dr. Kocabiyik works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs blepharoplasty and excimer laser treatments for myopia and astigmatism.
• Treats complex eye conditions including glaucoma, strabismus, and keratoconus.
• Presented clinical research at multiple Ophthalmology National Congresses.
• Expert in retinal diseases, corneal disorders, and vitrectomy procedures.

Dr. Zuleyha Akgun is a radiation oncology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focalizes on cancer treatment using targeted radiation therapy. Dr. Akgun has practiced at some of Turkey’s most active medical institutions since 2003. She serves patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its high medical safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first Turkish hospital to earn JCI accreditation.
• Completed a research residency at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats patients in a specialized oncology center that attracts international cases from 160+ countries.
• Previously served as a specialist at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Sura Celik is a dentist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She treats a variety of dental conditions and performs restorative procedures. Dr. Celik earned her degree from the Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry. She works at a JCI-accredited medical center that serves over 10,000 patients annually. The hospital holds ISO 9001 certification for its quality management systems.

Dr. Celik previously practiced at OralDent and WhiteDent polyclinics. She also served as a dentist at the Tacenter Kurtkoy Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic. Her clinic is one of the largest private networks in Turkey. It treats both adults and children from over 30 countries.