Doctors in test — Page 3

Dr. Fuzun Erdogan is a pioneer in medical aesthetics at Adem and Havva Medical Center. She was among the first professionals in Turkey to receive an official Medical Aesthetics Certificate. Dr. Erdogan specializes in hair transplants and laser-based skin rejuvenation. She holds a Certificate of Achievement from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained in aesthetic and laser technologies across Spain, France, Canada, and the US.
• Integrates nutritional health coaching with medical aesthetic treatments for beauty results.
• Served as the former lead physician at Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.
• Practices at Adem and Havva Center, which has performed over 16,000 procedures.

Dr. Aylin Turan is a dentist at Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. She specializes in bleaching cosmetics, implants, and porcelain fillings. Dr. Turan practiced dentistry since 2000. She holds degrees from Dicle University Faculty of Dentistry. The clinic serves over 4,000 patients every year.

• Member of the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Association.
• Expert in laminate veneers, composites, and metal-supported porcelain.
• Completed specialized training courses in cosmetic dentistry.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Dilek Demirez has performed over 3,500 plastic and reconstructive surgeries. She practices at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. Her work focuses on rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and abdominoplasty. Dr. Demirez is an Assistant Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University.

• Specializes in microsurgery and experimental surgical methods.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility for safety and quality.
• Completed surgical training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.
• Served as a researcher in plastic and reconstructive surgery clinics.

Dr. Ali Zirh has performed over 1,400 deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedures in Turkey. He specializes in treating Parkinson’s disease and complex movement disorders. Dr. Zirh holds a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of DBS patients. He uses microelectrode recording to ensure high precision during brain surgery.

• Completed training at Johns Hopkins, the University of Virginia, and Toronto Western Hospital.
• Winner of the Elekta Award for stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
• Performed more than 1,900 surgical interventions for movement disorders.
• Member of the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss interventions, including gastric sleeve and bypass surgery. He has published research in the fields of bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Mutlu works at a JCI-accredited facility known for high surgical success rates.

• Performs endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, gastric balloon, and stomach stapling.
• Treats endocrine and proctological conditions alongside obesity cases.
• Developed clinical experience at Turkish research and training hospitals.
• Author of multiple scientific studies focused on surgical research.

Dr. Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in spinal diseases and arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Bayram earned his medical degree from the prestigious Marmara University. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal fractures. Hisar Hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting high safety and treatment standards.

• Expert in minimally invasive knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for herniated discs and canal stenosis.
• Treats orthopedic trauma and developmental hip dysplasia.

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sinan Eroglu is an ENT and facial plastic surgeon at his private clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in ethnic and revision rhinoplasty, chin implants, and otoplasty. Dr. Eroglu holds a medical degree from Marmara University and completed an ENT internship at Basel University Hospital in Switzerland.

• Member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).
• Performs approximately 400 rhinoplasty procedures annually.
• Former instructor at the Istanbul Aydın University Medical School.
• Published researcher in journals like the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.

Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert has managed over 20,000 cases in IVF and genital aesthetics. She is an obstetrician-gynecologist based in Ankara. Dr. Comert serves as the official lead trainer for Neuvia vaginal fillers in Turkey. She holds certification from the European Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.

• Trained over 80 doctors in cosmetic gynecology techniques.
• Specializes in labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, and minimally invasive surgeries.
• Performed over 2,000 successful IVF procedures.
• Uses laparoscopic and hysteroscopic methods for gynecological conditions.

Dr. Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified OB-GYN and Genital Cosmetic Surgeon in Istanbul. She specializes in robotic surgery and women's aesthetic procedures. Dr. Ozbasli practiced as an academician at Acıbadem University for 12 years. She is also ECFMG-accredited for medical practice in the United States.

• Certified da Vinci System Console Surgeon since 2013 for robotic procedures.
• Expertise in over 10,000 managed pregnancies and complex gynecologic surgeries.
• Performs specialized aesthetic treatments including labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, and G-shot therapy.
• Holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.

Dr. Cuneyt Turkmen is a nuclear medicine specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published over 80 scientific papers on oncology and imaging. Dr. Turkmen completed a professional fellowship at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Sweden. He focuses on targeted radionuclide therapy for liver, prostate, and thyroid cancers.

• Performs radioembolization and Lutetium-177 therapy for advanced cancer cases.
• Expertise in Actinium-225 radiation and Amyloid PET scans.
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital, the first in Turkey to reach this standard.

Dr. Suleyman Aliyazicioglu is a plastic and aesthetic surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in body contouring and facial rejuvenation. Dr. Aliyazicioglu completed his medical degree at Gazi University. He earned his specialty training at Pamukkale University in 2022.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, revision rhinoplasty, and Vaser liposuction.
• Completed international clinical training through the Erasmus program in Poland.
• Is an active member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Gürkan Armağan is a DSD-certified dentist at Soraca Med in Antalya. He focuses on smile makeovers through digital dentistry and implantology. Dr. Armağan holds specific training in guided implant surgery, which improves implant placement accuracy. He treats patients at Soraca Med, a TMA-registered clinic meeting international quality standards.

• Certified in Digital Smile Design (DSD) for precise aesthetic planning.
• Completed an Aesthetic Dentistry Masterclass and an Advanced Implantology Workshop.
• Performs complex restorations including Emax veneers and All-on-6 dental implants.
• Uses digital dentistry solutions to create Hollywood Smile results for international patients.

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Fatih Yanaral is a urology and robotic surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has authored 43 academic works and six book chapters in his field. Dr. Yanaral completed specialized training in reconstructive urology at Hamburg-Eppendorf University Hospital in Germany.

• Serves as an editor for The New Journal of Urology.
• Participated in over 100 medical congresses as a speaker or attendee.
• Is a member of the European Association of Urology.
• Works at the first JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Nuri Alper Sahbaz is a general and breast surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is one of only five surgeons in Turkey holding the European Board of Endocrine Surgery certification. This credential covers thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, and neuroendocrine tumor surgery. Dr. Sahbaz has performed over 2,000 successful surgical operations.

• Completed clinical studies at Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas.
• Obtained the ECFMG Certificate to practice medicine in the United States.
• Holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from the University of Strasbourg.
• Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery and minimally invasive endocrine procedures.

Dr. Mehmet Melih Cicek is an ENT specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He treats a variety of ear, nose, and throat conditions. His background includes service at several major Turkish medical institutions. These include Van Regional Training and Research Hospital and Yozgat State Hospital.

Dr. Cicek practices at a JCI-accredited facility. This accreditation confirms the clinic meets international safety and quality standards. The hospital features an eco-friendly design to support patient recovery. It is part of one of Turkey's largest private healthcare networks.

Dr. Anil Kubaloglu has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital. He specializes in cataract removal, keratoconus treatment, and laser vision correction. Dr. Kubaloglu has authored over 100 scientific publications in ophthalmology. He practices at a center certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

• Specializes in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and multifocal lens implants.
• Treats complex corneal conditions and presbyopia using modern surgical techniques.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the ASCRS.
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.