Best endocrinologists in Istanbul: TOP 35 doctors

Areas of Interests

• Surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid gland diseases and cancers
• Surgical treatment of adrenal gland (adrenal gland) diseases and cancers
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery

Education:

• Galatasaray High School (1989-1997)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education (1997-2003)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Specialization in General Surgery (2003-2009)
• Cleveland Clinic, Endocrine and Metabolism Institute, Center for Endocrine Surgery, USA, Research Fellowship (2014)
• Karolinska University Hospital, Department of Surgery, Division of Endocrine Surgery and Sarcoma Unit, Sweden, Endocrine Surgery Clinical Fellowship (2015)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Apoptosis Research Center (ARC), Canada, Translational Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship (2016-2017)

Experience:

• LIV Hospital Ulus & LIV Hospital Vadistanbul
• Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital (2012-2021)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Canada (2016)
• Karonlinska University Hospital, Sweden (2015)
• Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA. (2014)
• Iğdır State Hospital (2009-2012)

Memberships

• Endocrine Surgery Association, Member of the Board and Secretary General of the Association
• Dialogue Society in Endocrinology, Member
• Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Member
• Turkish Surgery Association, Member
• European Society of Endocrine Surgery(ESES), Member
• European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), Member
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Member
• Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (CRSA), Member
• American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES), Member
• American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member

Specialist of regenerative medicine

Education and Expertise

(1994 – 2000) - GATA Faculty of Medicine Ankara

(2003 – 2007) - GATA Medical Faculty Pediatrics and Diseases

(2008 -2011) - Ankara University Pediatric Endocrinology

(03.03.2014) - Associate Professorship, Pediatric Endocrinology

(17.07.2019) - Professorship, Istinye University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

(2001 – 2003) - Special Forces Command/Ankara

(2007 – 2008) - Etimesgut Military Hospital/Ankara

(2011 – 2013) - GATA Medical Faculty Hospital/Ankara

(2013-2015) - GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital/Istanbul

(05.2015-09.10.2017) - May 2015-09.10.2017 - Süleymaniye Gynecology and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital/Istanbul

(07.2015 – 01.2016) - Suleymaniye Gynecology and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital Pediatrics Administrative Responsibility/Istanbul

01.2016 - 09.11.2017 - Suleymaniye Gynecology and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital Pediatric Clinic Education Responsibility / Istanbul

(03.03.2016 - 30.10.2017) - Süleymaniye Gynecology and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital Management

(2017-2020) - Istinye University Faculty of Medicine Faculty Member

(2020-Present) - Istanbul Aydın University Faculty of Medicine Faculty Member

(20.10.2020-Present) - Head of Department of Child Health and Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul Aydın University

Courses and Certificates

2001 - Flight Doctor Course

2010 - Project Management Training Course

2013 - Basic Epidemiology course

2018 - Trainer Training Course

Professional Memberships

Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association

European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE)

Istanbul Medical Chamber

Awards

İhsan Turan, Ian Hutchins, Bülent Hacıhamdioğlu, Leman Damla Kotan, Fatih Gürbüz, Mehmet Taştan, Ayça Ulubay, Eda Mengen, Bilgin Yüksel, Susan Wray, Ali Kemal Topaloğlu. CCDC141 Mutation in idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. XVI. First Prize in Oral Presentation at the National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress.

Bülent Hacıhamdioğlu, Gönül Öçal, Merih Berberoğlu, ZeynepŞıklar, Ercan Tutar, Suat Fitöz, Gökhan Nergizoğlu, Şenay Savaş Erdeve, Emine Çamtosun. Control of premature microvascular aging and cardiovascular performance in obese adolescents. XVI. was held in Samsun on 6-10 November 2012. Second Prize in Oral Presentation at the National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress.

Z. Siklar, G. Ocal, M. Berberoglu, B. Hacıhamdioğlu, Ş. Savas Erdeve, Y. Egin, N. Akar. Control of hypercoagulability caused by obesity in children with endothelial microparticle level and thrombin generation test, and the relationship between risk and metabolic parameters. First Prize in Oral Presentation at the 55th Turkish National Pediatrics Congress held in Antalya on 12-16 October 2011

Z. Şıklar, V. Topçu, P. Kocaay, M. Berberoğlu, B. Hacıhamdioğlu, S.S. Erdeve, H.R. Ilgin, A. Tükün, G. Öcal. Clinical Characteristics of Our Cases with Mutation in the Androgen Receptor Gene. XVI. was held in Samsun on 6-10 November 2012. First Prize in Oral Presentation at the National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress.

Areas of Interests

• Pituitary Diseases
• Thyroid Diseases
• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Female and Male Reproductive System Diseases
• Parathyroid Diseases
• Adrenal Gland Diseases
• Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Diseases

Education:

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Bezmialem Foundation University
• Health Sciences University Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Cleveland Clinic, The Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute observer physician
• University of Piemonte Orientale, SCDU Endocrinology, Italy, observer physician
   

Experience:
 

• Mehmet Akif Inan Training and Research Hospital
• Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Bezmialem Vakif University Hospital
• Malatya State Hospital

Areas of Interests

• 0-18 Years Old Healthy Child Monitoring and Tracking
• Breast Milk, Breastfeeding and Nutrition Consultancy
• Newborn Care and Follow-up
• Vaccines and Preventive Medicine
• Nutrition in Infancy and Childhood
• Childhood Diseases

Education:

• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2009-2015
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Child Health and Diseases 2016-2019
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Department of Child Health and Diseases 2020

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Private Levent Hospital 2022-2023
• Van Özalp State Hospital 2021-2022
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2020
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2016-2019
• Denizli State Hospital Pediatric Emergency Service 2015-2016
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• Psoriatic Arthritis in the Differential Diagnosis of Zinc Deficiency - Scientific Poster Presentation (38th Pediatrics Days - 2016)
• Myoclonic Epilepsy in a Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - Scientific Poster Presentation (39th Pediatrics Days - 2017)
• Evaluation of Children Diagnosed with Acute Pancreatitis - Specialization Thesis (November 2020)

Dr. Murat Erol is a general dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. He provides care in English.

He offers preventive care and restorative treatments, including aesthetic fillings, crowns, and bridges. He also performs root canal therapy. His aesthetic services include whitening, composite bonding, and smile design. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics. His plans focus on oral function and natural aesthetics. Each treatment is tailored to the patient.

Education and Experience

• 1992 - 1998, Gaziantep University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2002 – 2015, Cumhuriyet University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine
• 2015 – 2024, Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital
• 2024 – Present, Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

Dr. Bercem Aycicek is an Associate Professor with over 20 years of experience in endocrinology and metabolic diseases. She is known for her strong clinical skills in treating complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. Her areas of expertise include diabetes, thyroid diseases, obesity, and resistant hypertension.

Dr. Aycicek is one of the few endocrinologists in Turkey with a focus on gender-affirming hormone therapy for trans individuals. She provides evidence-based and sensitive care. She also has a special interest in women’s health, managing issues such as irregular periods, delayed puberty, and metabolic bone diseases.

She earned her Associate Professorship at Health Sciences University Derince. Dr. Aycicek has worked in both public and private healthcare settings, helping to improve access to care. She is an active member of the Turkish Endocrine and Metabolism Society and the European Society of Endocrinology.

Dr. Gonul Catli is a pediatric endocrinologist with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in childhood hormonal and metabolic disorders. Her areas of focus include diabetes, thyroid diseases, growth problems, and puberty issues. She received her training at Ankara University and Dokuz Eylul University. Dr. Catli has also worked as an Associate Professor at Izmir Katip Celebi University.

Dr. Catli is known for her scientific work and caring approach. She currently practices at Liv Hospital Ulus and Vadistanbul. She is a member of the European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) and several national associations. Dr. Catli is dedicated to using new treatments to support children’s health and well-being.

Education:

• Degree: Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, 2009
• Medical Specialty: Internal Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, 2010-2014
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, 2014-2019
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Turkish Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, Qatar, 2019-2020
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Mega Hospital Internal Medicine Department, 2020-2024
• Associate Professor Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, 2024-Present.

Roles in Projects:

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the SOUL Study: Cardiovascular Outcome Research of Semaglutide in Type 2 Diabetic Patients, approved by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency on May 22, 2019.

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study “SCALE™ Insulin”: Efficacy and Safety of Liraglutide 3.0 mg in Overweight or Obese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Treated with Basal Insulin (Study Code: NN8022-4272), conducted by Novo Nordisk A.Ş.

Subinvestigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study NN5401-4266 StepByStep Intensification conducted by Novo Nordisk.

Assistant Researcher in the study "A Research Study to Compare Semaglutide to Insulin Aspart, When Taken Together With Metformin and Insulin Glargine, in People With Type 2 Diabetes (SUSTAIN 11)" (2019-2020).

Assistant Researcher in the PIONEER 1 study: Randomized Clinical Trial of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Semaglutide Monotherapy in Comparison With Placebo in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.

Dr. Mustafa Aydın is an Internal Medicine specialist. He graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He provides evidence-based care for adults, including diagnosis and treatment. He communicates in English.

His clinical focus includes chronic disease management, such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders. He treats gastrointestinal problems, including reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and liver diseases, and respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. He manages infectious diseases. He provides preventive care with routine screenings, risk assessments, and personalized health plans.

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. She completed her dermatology specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014. She provides care in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.

Clinical focus: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and fungal and bacterial infections. Dermato-oncology with early detection and surgical excision of suspicious lesions. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, and mesotherapy. Laser treatment for vascular lesions, pigmentation disorders, and hair removal. Pediatric dermatology. Languages: English.

Dermatologist Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1981. He completed his dermatology specialization there in 1985. He has more than 35 years of experience and is among the most senior dermatologists in the region.

His practice includes general dermatology, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo, and urticaria. He focuses on dermato-oncology and performs surgery for benign and malignant skin tumors. He also offers cosmetic dermatology, including fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. He provides laser and light-based treatments for vascular lesions, pigment disorders, scars, and hair removal. He treats geriatric skin conditions and chronic skin diseases.

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon with extensive experience. She graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic. She is fluent in English.

Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, other gastrointestinal conditions). It also includes endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast surgery (benign and malignant conditions). She treats emergency and trauma cases. She performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

She is known for precise surgery and a patient-centered approach.

Dr. Derya Zengin Metli is a physician specialized in physical therapy and rehabilitation. She graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. Her practice includes physical therapy and physiotherapy services. She also consults in English.

Her clinical scope includes musculoskeletal rehabilitation for back, neck, and joint pain, and herniated discs. She provides neurological rehabilitation for stroke and multiple sclerosis. She also offers post-surgical rehabilitation after orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures, sports injury prevention and treatment, and chronic pain management for fibromyalgia and arthritis.