Best surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 114 doctors

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Fahad Mawlood

Burcin Batman

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Specializes in Obesity and Metabolic Surgery treatments.
    • Expertise in Colorectal, Endocrine, and Laparoscopic hernia surgeries.
    • International training in Turkey, with focus on advanced surgical techniques.
    • Performed over 1000 Obesity and Metabolic Surgery cases in six years.
    • Associate Professor title and experience in theoretical and practical teaching.
    • Holds certifications in Obesity and Metabolic Surgery field.
    • Member of Turkish Surgery and Obesity Surgery Societies, World Obesity Association.
    • Active in International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Endocrine Surgery Society.
    • Provides online consultations for patients requiring surgical assessments.
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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Atilla Adnan Eyuboglu

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 8 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • EXPERIENCE
    2022 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
    AREL UNIVERSITY
    Assistant Professor (PhD)

    2018 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
    MEMORIAL BAHÇELIEVLER HOSPITAL
    Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery

    2019 – 2021, Istanbul, Türkiye
    AYDIN UNIVERSITY
    Assistant Professor (PhD)

    2017 – 2019, Istanbul, Türkiye
    ALTINBAŞ UNIVERSITY
    Assistant Professor (PhD)

    EDUCATION
    2012 – 2017, Ankara, Türkiye
    BAŞKENT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
    Residency in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery

    2005 – 2011, Istanbul, Türkiye
    ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE
    Medical Doctor (M.D.)

    SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

    13 scientific articles published in national and international journals

    32 oral or poster presentations at national and international congresses

    46 additional oral or poster presentations at congresses

    9 experimental and clinical research studies (as Principal Investigator and Researcher)

    PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

    Turkish Medical Association (TTB)

    Istanbul Medical Chamber

    Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity (EPCD)

    International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

    Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD)

    TRAININGS, COURSES, AND CONFERENCES ATTENDED

    September 2022: ISAPS World Congress 2022

    May 2021: ISAPS Hair Transplantation Course

    March 2021: Koç University SANERC Wound Care Course

    February 2020: Prof. Dr. Arman Çağdaş Winter Symposium – "All About the Nose"

    June 2018: TPRECD XI. Rhinoplasty & IX. Facial Aesthetics Course

    May 2018: 29th EURAPS Annual Meeting, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain

    May 2018: 16th National Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Congress, Colossae Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale-Denizli, Türkiye

    2013–2017: Attended 14 national/international congresses

    CERTIFICATES

    Aesthetic and Beauty Procedures on Face and Body using Laser, IPL, Radiofrequency, and Ultrasound-Based Devices

    Dermal Filler and Neurotoxin Injections

    Mesotherapy, Dermaroller, PRP Applications, and Skincare

    Minimally Invasive Techniques Course

    Aesthetic Breast Surgery Course

    The Louisville Microsurgery Course

    Acute Hand Injuries Course

    Hand Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Course

    Laboratory Animal Practices and Ethics Course

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Pancreatic cancer surgery
$12,000 - $15,000
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
$3,000 - $7,000
Thyroidectomy
$11,000 - $11,000
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Esra Ozbasli

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra Özbaşlı OBGYN & Genital Aesthetics
  • Dr. Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified OB-GYN and Genital Aesthetics Surgeon. She has over 21 years of experience and is one of Istanbul’s leading specialists. Dr. Ozbasli is known for her skills in minimally invasive gynecologic and genital aesthetic procedures. She performs robotic surgery and cosmetic gynecology with advanced techniques.

    She holds certifications in Genital Aesthetics, Cosmetic Gynecology, and da Vinci Robotic Surgery. Dr. Ozbasli is also ECFMG-accredited. She has published many articles in international journals and has trained other specialists. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and education. Dr. Ozbasli speaks English fluently and provides patient-centered care. She uses the latest technology to achieve the best results for her patients.

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Laparoscopic myomectomy
$5,525 - $5,798
Hysteroscopic septum resection (Hysteroscopic septoplasty)
$1,881 - $2,939
Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids)
$2,586 - $4,702
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Tarik Akar

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Tarık Akar is an experienced internist. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2000. He completed his specialty training in 2004. Dr. Akar has published 19 international and 6 local papers. He has also presented 25 papers at medical congresses. These achievements show his strong contribution to medical science.

    Dr. Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures. These include POEM for achalasia, ESD for early-stage gastrointestinal cancers, and ERCP for bile duct disorders. He also performs Z-POEM for Zenker’s Diverticulum and G-POEM for gastroparesis. He has received awards such as Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster at the 7th International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress.

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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Ali Karahan

  • 4.5 Good 89 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Quartz Hospital
  • Dr. Ali Karahan, born in 1970 in Kahramanmaraş, graduated from Trakya University

    Faculty of Medicine in 1993. He began his career as an emergency doctor and

    completed his specialization in Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Okmeydanı

    Training and Research Hospital in 2004. Following this, he served as an

    anesthesiologist in various public and private hospitals.

    Since 2009, Dr. Karahan has specialized in hair transplantation in Istanbul, managing

    hair transplant clinics at prestigious hospitals such as Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa. His

    expertise in hair transplantation has led him to participate in numerous national and

    international conferences. Since 2019, he has continued to provide services in his own

    clinic, known for his skill in achieving natural and successful results.

    With over 25 years of experience and a strong dedication to his profession, Dr.

    Karahan is recognized as one of the leading figures in the field of hair transplantation

    in Turkey.

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Cochlear implant placement
$8,950 - $8,950
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Prof Dr Baris Nurogluu

  • 4.9 Excellent 182 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. MED
  • EDUCATION Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Urology Specialization Training, 1 9 9 2-1 9 9 7, Ankara/Türkiye Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Doctor Education, 1 9 8 2-1 9 8 8, Bursa/Türkiye

    EXPERIENCE Taksim Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 9-2 0 1 6, Istanbul/Türkiye Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 7-2 0 0 9, Istanbul/Türkiye Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 0-2 0 0 7, Ankara/Türkiye Bergama State Hospital, 1 9 9 7-2 0 0 0, Izmir/Türkiye Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1 9 9 2-1 9 9 7, Ankara/Türkiye

    - Turkish Urology Association

    - European Association of Urology

    - Turkish Urology Association Northern Marmara

    - American Urological Association

     

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General anesthesia
$330 - $440
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Ilker Tinay

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Ilker Tinay is a Urological Oncologist with expertise in minimally invasive surgery, neo-bladder reconstruction, and urological cancers. He works at Anadolu Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University and completed his urology residency at Marmara University.

    Dr. Tinay is an executive board member of the Association of Urooncology. He also serves as Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group. He is on the Board of Directors of the Urological Surgery Association, Northern Marmara Branch. Dr. Tinay is a member of the European Association of Urology and the American College of Surgeons.

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Lung cancer surgery
$15,000 - $27,000
Whipple surgery
$21,000 - $25,000
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Kivanc Derya Peker

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker is a surgeon with expertise in pancreatic, gallbladder, liver, and stomach surgeries. He also specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, as well as kidney transplantation. He completed his medical and surgical training at Istanbul University. He ranked among the top three in the national minor specialty exam for gastroenterological surgery.

    Dr. Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries and more than 200 liver surgeries. He has also completed many gallbladder, biliary tract, obesity-metabolic procedures, and kidney transplants. He received training at the Mayo Clinic. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. There, he provided advanced training to surgical residents.

    He is known for his research in aging and stem cell treatments. Dr. Peker has established gastroenterology surgery clinics at major hospitals. He is accredited by the Turkish HPB Association and has received a scholarship from the Turkish Surgery Association.

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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Ali Gozukucuk

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a Pediatric Surgeon, born in 1969. He earned his medical degree from Çukurova University. He completed his specialization in Pediatric Surgery at Erciyes University. He has published three articles in international journals. He has also presented thirteen papers at international scientific meetings.

    Dr. Gozukucuk has worked at Erciyes University and Kahramanmaras Children's Hospital. He treats pediatric hernias, appendicitis, constipation, and other surgical conditions in children. He is dedicated to improving pediatric surgical care.

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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Abdulcabbar Kartal

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • 650+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
    • Specialized in surgical procedures at Istanbul University, Turkey.
    • Experienced in various Turkish hospitals, including Anadolu Medical Center.
    • Expertise in diseases like colorectal cancer, gallbladder issues, and trauma.
    • Performed laparoscopic surgeries and advanced endoscopic interventions.
    • International training in Turkey, focusing on surgery advancements.
    • Holds Turkish Surgical Association Qualification Certificate.
    • Member of European Society of Coloproctology and Turkish Surgical Society.
    • Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for enhanced patient recovery.
    • Offers online consultations for surgical treatment assessments.
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Lung cancer surgery
$15,000 - $27,000
Whipple surgery
$21,000 - $25,000
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Pekize Eker Balcioglu

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Pakize Eker Balcıoğlu is a board-certified general surgeon. She graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (English program) and completed her residency at Marmara University. She has published many articles in local and international journals. She has also worked as a columnist for two medical publications.

    Dr. Balcıoğlu specializes in diagnosing and treating breast pain. She is experienced in advanced hemorrhoid therapies, including laser and Longo surgery. Her expertise also includes anal fissure management, pilonidal sinus day surgery, and lipoma excision. She has worked at Marmara University Hospital, Atlas Hospital, Maltepe Ersoy Hospital, and Sultanbeyli Ersoy Hospital. She has made important contributions to surgical practice in her field.

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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Merve Karli

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Op. Dr. Merve Karlı has completed her medical education at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Bakırköy. She received her specialist training at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital.

    She has performed over 1000 operations in the fields of benign anorectal diseases, laparoscopic / open hernia surgery, breast diseases, trauma and emergency surgery. She has certifications on endoscopic procedures.

    MEDICAL INTERESTS

    • Breast Diseases
    • Benign Anorectal Diseases
    • Laparoscopic and Open Hernia Surgery
    • Endoscopy (Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, PEG Insertion)
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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Gursel Saka

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka is an orthopedic and traumatology specialist who completed medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and a specialty education from the University of Health Sciences, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He has carried out successful surgeries in the fields of spine surgery, trauma surgery, arthroplasty, and pelvis-acetabulum surgery. He is currently serving patients in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Orthopedics and Traumatology Department.

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Testicular prosthesis
$4,920 - $4,920
Lipoma Removal
$1,640 - $2,190
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Sertac Demirel

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • 2010 - Currently, İstanbul/İstanbul/Turkey
      MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HOSPITAL
      General Surgery Specialist
    • 2000 - 2010, İstanbul/İstanbul/Turkey
      MEMORIAL HİZMET HOSPITAL
      General Surgery Specialist, Assistant Head Physician
    • 1992 - 1993, Gümüşhane/Gümüşhane/Turkey
      GÜMÜŞHANE PUBLIC HOSPITAL
      Compulsory Service

     

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Circumcision
$1,500 - $1,700
Removal of meningioma
$15,000 - $18,000
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Murat Binbay

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Murat Binbay is an experienced urology specialist focusing on kidney, prostate, and bladder cancers. He is an internationally certified expert in robotic surgery technology, with over 600 robotic urology-oncology surgeries to his credit. He has contributed to over 70 articles in international journals, garnering more than 1,500 citations. He has received awards from the European Association of Urology, and was recognized as a 'master in urology' at the Davos Winter Forum.
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Circumcision
$1,500 - $1,700
Removal of meningioma
$15,000 - $18,000
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Anil Kubaloglu

  • 4.5 Good 34 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
  • Dr. Anil Kubaloglu is an experienced ophthalmologist with over 23 years in the field. He has performed more than 30,000 eye surgeries. His areas of expertise include general eye exams, cataract surgery, keratoconus, cornea treatments, laser procedures, and presbyopia care. He has made important contributions to these specialties.

    Dr. Kubaloglu has published over 100 scientific articles. This shows his dedication to advancing ophthalmology. He is a member of respected organizations such as the ESCRS and AAO. His memberships highlight his expertise and commitment to high-quality patient care.

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Surgery
$2,190 - $3,280
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Volkan Turunc

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • A doctor with an MD from Istanbul University, specializing in general surgery and kidney transplants. Experienced in military, private, and university hospitals and a member of various medical associations.

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Circumcision
$1,500 - $1,700
Removal of meningioma
$15,000 - $18,000
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Adnan Isgor

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Adnan Isgor is an experienced general surgeon from Turkey, specialized in oncological surgeries. With over 41 years of experience, he has developed expertise in treating conditions such as colon cancer, thyroid cancer, obesity, and diseases of the parathyroid gland. He is proficient in various treatment methods, including thyroidectomy, hernia surgery, hemorrhoid band surgery, colonoscopy, single hole cholecystectomy, and laparoscopy. Dr. Isgor is also recognized for his contributions to scientific and medicinal research, having published around 200 articles and authored four reputable books.
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Circumcision
$1,500 - $1,700
Removal of meningioma
$15,000 - $18,000
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Fatih Aydogan

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • 2018 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

    MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

    Breast Center, Breast Surgery

    2015 - 2017, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

    CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

    Breast Diseases Department, Lecturer

    2013 - 2015, Boston/Boston/USA

    HARVARD/DANA FARBER CANCER CENTER

    Breast Surgical Oncology Department, Fellow

    2011 - 2011, Houston/USA

    MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER

    Genetics and High Risk Patient Department

    2005 - 2013, Istanbul/Türkiye

    CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

    Breast Diseases Department, Specialist, Lecturer

    2005 - 2005, Tokyo/Tokyo/Japan

    NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE

    Breast Cancer Center

    2004 - 2004, Milan/Milan/Italy

    EUROPEAN ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE

    Department of Senology (Breast)

    2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

    CORNELL UNIVERSITY PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL

    Breast Surgery

    2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

    MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER

    Breast Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology

    2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

    MOUNT INDUSTRIAL HOSPITAL

    Transplantation, Breast Surgery

    2002 - 2002, Boston/Boston/USA

    MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL

    Breast Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology

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Pancreatic cancer surgery
$12,000 - $15,000
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
$3,000 - $7,000
Thyroidectomy
$11,000 - $11,000
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Koray Acarlı

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Professor Koray Acarlı is a highly experienced liver transplantologist and liver & biliary tract surgeon in Turkey. He has provided over 1,000 liver transplants, including 280 pediatric ones, and has written over 70 articles on liver transplantation, pancreatic surgeries, liver and biliary tract tumors. He has obtained degrees in general medicine and surgery, and is a lecturer at the Department of General surgery, Pancreas, Liver and Biliary Tract Surgery. He is the President of the Organ Transplant Center in Memorial Şişli Hospital and a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Society of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery.

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Circumcision
$1,500 - $1,700
Removal of meningioma
$15,000 - $18,000
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