Best surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 112 doctors

• 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.

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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

• 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

2021 - Currently MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HOSPITAL

Associate Professor of General Surgery / Istanbul

2018 - 2021 ISTANBUL FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE HOSPITAL,

SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Associate Professor of General Surgery / Istanbul

2014 - 2018 ACIBADEM UNIVERSITY ATAKENT HOSPITAL

Assistant Professor / Istanbul

2012 - 2013 TDV 29 MAY HOSPITAL

General Surgery Specialist / Istanbul

Ayhan Erdemir, MD, is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center since 2006 and one of the best pancreatic cancer specialists. He completed his undergraduate education at Fırat University Medical Faculty, and has taken part in numerous courses such as Cytoreductive Surgery & Hipec Course, Surgical Oncology Society, and Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci Surgical System Online Training Module.

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.

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.

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.

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

Born and raised in Turkey, Dr. Pera attended the highly reputed Hacettepe University Dentistry Faculty from 2008 to 2013, where he began his journey to become a dentist. His passion for the field led him to further specialize in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a field he trained in extensively at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry from 2016 to 2021.

To ensure a holistic approach to patient care, Dr. Pera undertook several rotations between 2016 and 2019. This included areas like Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Emergency Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases, all at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

Before establishing Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera served as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at the esteemed Koru Hospital in Ankara from May 2021 to July 2022. Shortly after, he joined Memorial Hospital in Istanbul in September 2022, where he continues to practice.

In March 2023, Dr. Pera took a significant step in his career by founding Hospitaprime in Istanbul, a state-of-the-art dental clinic offering a myriad of dental services. Through Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera has actualized his vision of providing unparalleled dental care, ensuring each patient benefits from his extensive knowledge, experience, and passion for the field.