Best Surgery Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Feride Pinar Dogru is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Pendik. She performs cataract surgery and vision correction using laser technology. Dr. Dogru works at a clinic that treats nearly 29,000 patients annually. The facility holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate, a Turkish national quality mark.

• Performs cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement.
• Uses ReLEx SMILE and LASIK laser eye surgery techniques.
• Treats cataracts using multifocal lens implants.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.

41 years of dermatology expertise – Dr. Akkaya specializes in advanced skin treatments at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Expert in laser therapies for scar treatment
• Highly experienced in cosmetic dermatology procedures
• Focuses on personalized, tailored skin care plans

33 years specializing in pediatric surgery, Dr Gokce focuses on minimally invasive techniques for infants and children at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Specializes in neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies
• Expert in pediatric urology and gastrointestinal conditions
• Uses laparoscopic and thoracoscopic techniques for faster recovery
• Graduated from Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Umit Yigit offers 36 years 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

Dr. Emine Demir is a licensed physician in Turkey. She holds an MD, diploma no. 97600435, issued by the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Health on 7 July 1997.

She has more than 28 years of experience in public and private care. Her practice focuses on dermatology and trichology. She treats hair and scalp disorders and provides alopecia diagnosis and post-transplant care. This includes female and male pattern hair loss.

At Istanbul Care Clinic, she offers diagnostic evaluations and scalp health consultations. She provides structured follow-up to support graft retention and scalp recovery. Her approach uses evidence-based protocols.

Dr. Mehmet Asil Onay is a licensed medical doctor certified by the Turkish Ministry of Health. He has advanced training in FUE and DHI hair transplantation. At Istanbul Care Clinic, he specializes in minimally invasive hair restoration. He has performed hundreds of procedures for patients from Turkey and abroad.

He provides individualized treatment plans. He uses sapphire micro-blade FUE, graft extraction techniques that minimize visible scarring, and PRP to support recovery. He helped develop clinic protocols that combine Sapphire FUE with PRP. These protocols aim to shorten healing and improve graft survival. He focuses on natural hairline design and high-density implantation. He also uses digital scalp analysis. Procedures are performed in fully equipped operating rooms that meet JCI standards.

Dr. Burcu Calik is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Pendik in Istanbul. She performs cataract surgery and corrective lens implants, including multifocal lens implantation and IOL replacement. She works at an eye clinic that treats over 28,000 patients annually. The facility holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Health, which verifies that the hospital meets national safety standards for international patients.

Dr. Ahmet Turkoglu is a general surgeon. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine (1998–2005). He completed his specialty training at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010).

He worked in general surgery as a research assistant at Firat University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2010). He then served as a specialist physician at Ercis State Hospital (2011–2012). He later joined Dicle University Faculty of Medicine as an assistant professor (2012–2016) and associate professor (2016–2018).

He worked as an associate professor at Gaziantep Medical Park Hospital (2018–2020), Hospitalpark Darica Hospital (2020–2021), and Private Reyap Istanbul Hospital (2021–2024). Since 2024, he has been a professor at Private Pendik Bolge Hospital.

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging, supporting accurate medical decisions across multiple specialties.

• Expertise in conventional radiology, ultrasound, CT, and MRI imaging
• Specializes in interventional radiology for minimally invasive procedures
• Focuses on oncological imaging for cancer staging and follow-up
• Collaborative approach with clinical teams for precise diagnostics

Dr. Erdem Gelegen specializes in advanced eye surgeries, including cataract and refractive procedures, with over 22 years of experience at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in phacoemulsification and premium intraocular lens implantation
• Skilled in laser techniques for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Specializes in retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma
• Offers corneal transplants and anterior segment surgery

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu combines surgical precision with compassionate care, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

• Expert in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Fluent in English for clear patient communication
• Trained at Haseki Research Hospital
• Uses laparoscopic methods for improved comfort

Dr. Aslihan Ozturk Imir is a pediatric ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Pendik. She treats children and corrects strabismus. Dr. Imir works at a facility that sees over 28,000 patients annually. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

• Performs strabismus surgery for children and adults.
• Works at Dunyagoz, an eye hospital network in Turkey.
• Licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Aysegul Selcuk is an ophthalmologist and eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Pendik. She works at a facility that treats over 28,000 patients annually. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate and is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Dr. Selcuk is a member of the Turkish Medical Association. She performs surgical ophthalmology and aesthetic procedures such as Botox injections. Her practice is part of the Dunyagoz network, one of Turkey's largest eye care providers.

Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör specializes in personalized nutrition programs for various health conditions at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Focuses on clinical nutrition for diabetes and metabolic disorders
• Creates tailored weight management plans for all ages
• Expert in sports nutrition for performance enhancement
• Provides pediatric and adolescent nutrition counseling

Prof. Karaca brings 24 years of surgical expertise, specializing in liver and bile duct procedures at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Trained in kidney and liver transplantation at Ankara University
• Former Deputy Head at Turkish Public Health Agency for Cancer Programs
• Published award-winning research on laparoscopic techniques
• Professor at Başkent University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Prof. Filiz specializes in breast and endocrine surgery with over 23 years of experience at top institutions like Başkent University.

• Trained in breast and endocrine surgery at Bergen Haukeland University in Norway
• Member of the European Society of Surgical Oncology and Istanbul Breast Association
• Published award-winning research on colon and rectal cancer staging
• Held leadership roles including Deputy Dean at Istanbul Okan University

Specializes in endocrine surgery with expertise in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland procedures. Faculty member at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical institutions.

• Trained in endocrine surgery at Universitätsklinikum Halle (Saale)
• 16 years of experience in laparoscopic surgery techniques
• Focuses on both surgical and non-surgical treatments for glandular disorders
• Member of the General Surgery Department at Biruni University Hospital

Specializing in advanced metabolic surgery, Dr. Ozturk focuses on innovative weight-loss procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• Over 22 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in gastric sleeve, bypass, and SADI-S procedures
• Performs specialized surgeries for Type 2 diabetes
• Trained at Istanbul University – Turkey's leading medical school