Page 11 - Best surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 246 doctors

Dr. Umit Yigit offers 36 years of experience of pediatric surgery expertise, focusing on minimally invasive techniques for children's quicker recovery.

• Specialized in pediatric surgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Skilled in neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies like esophageal atresia
• Uses laparoscopic methods to minimize post-op pain in pediatric patients
• Fluent in English for seamless care of international families

Surgeon, oncologist, specialist in the field of digestive system surgery and breast oncology.

25 years old

• Worked in clinics in the USA and Great Britain.
• Board Certified in Gastrointestinal Surgery by Johns Hopkins Institute, USA
• Certified as a specialist in laparoscopic surgery by the Port de Choisy Medical Center, France.
• Director of the American College of Surgeons for students from Turkey.

Urologist, specialist in oncourology and endoscopy

20 years

• Completed advanced training in laparoscopy in Strasbourg.
• He completed an internship in oncology and uro-oncology at the San Rafael Clinic in Italy and the Heilbronn Clinic in Germany.
• Proficient in the technique of percutaneous nephrolithotomy with preoperative 3D tomographic measurements.
• Treats bladder outlet obstruction and intravesical prostatic protrusion (IPP).

Fellow of the European Board of Surgery - Abdominal Wall Surgery (FEBS AWS) – Hakan Gok specializes exclusively in hernia repair at Hernia Istanbul Clinic.

• 32 years of experience performing minimally invasive laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Board member of the European Hernia Society
• Founding member and treasurer of Turkish Hernia Society
• General Secretary of Hernia School in Turkey

Dr. Yüksel specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques at Medistanbul Hospital, with national board recognition for excellence in 2005 and 2016.

• Board-certified in general surgery with expertise in colorectal and stomach procedures
• Member of Turkish Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Surgery Associations
• Trained at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine – a leading institution in Turkey
• Performs advanced endoscopic diagnostic and treatment procedures for digestive conditions

Dr. Yurt specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on chest diseases and esophageal procedures at Emsey Hospital.

• Over 18 years of experience of experience in thoracic surgery
• Expert in thoracic sympathectomy for hand sweating
• Performs flexible and rigid bronchoscopy
• Specializes in primary lung surgeries and biopsies
• Trained at Ataturk University Medical Faculty

Dr. Nurettin Kurt brings over 16 years of experience of surgical experience from leading training and research hospitals in Turkey.

• Trained at Erciyes University's School of Medicine
• Worked at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital
• Practiced at Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Isa Kaman specializes in gastrointestinal and abdominal surgeries at Private Optimed Hospital, with a focus on gallbladder stones and pancreatic cancer.

• Over 23 years of experience of surgical experience
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for stomach and gallbladder conditions
• Member of The Turkish Surgeons Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Medicine Faculty

Dr. Tahir Saricam is a seasoned surgeon with 28 years of experience of experience, currently practicing at Private Optimed Hospital.

• Graduated from Gata Military Medical Academy with a general surgery specialization
• Worked at multiple military hospitals including Girne (Kyrenia) Military Hospital
• Member of the medical team at Private Optimed Hospital since 2007

Dr. Ilkay Kirkac pioneered Closed Kidney Stone Surgery at Private Optimed Hospital, where he leads the Urology Department.

• 31 years of experience specializing in urology
• First to perform Closed Kidney Stone Surgery at Optimed
• Graduated from Hacettepe University's Medical Faculty
• Head of Urology Department at Private Optimed Hospital

Dr. Ayhan Arslan co-founded Private Optimed Hospital and brings over 34 years of experience of surgical expertise. His background includes emergency response during major disasters.

• Specialized in general surgery at Istanbul SSK Training and Research Hospital
• Served as Chief Physician and General Manager at Optimed Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Handles a wide range of surgical cases with extensive experience

Professor Abut Kebudi specializes in oncological surgery with advanced training in laparoscopic techniques from UCLA.

• Holds a European Board of Surgery Certificate
• Expert in oncoplastic breast surgery – trained at European Breast Cancer Center
• Author of 250+ scientific publications in oncology
• Member of American College of Surgeons and European surgical societies