Page 2 - Best surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 249 doctors

Dr. Sertkaya holds the prestigious FEBU title from the European Association of Urology – a rare achievement in Andrology. He founded Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics Center.

• Specializes in Andrology – a urology subspecialty focusing on male health
• 18 years of experience of experience in urology and andrology
• Associate Professor of Urology with advanced surgical training
• Performs surgeries with leading Andrology professors worldwide

Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er specializes in advanced retinal and cataract surgeries, trained at top institutions like Moorfields Eye Hospital and Doheny Eye Institute.

• Fellowship-trained at leading US and UK eye centers
• Member of American and European retina specialist societies
• Performs complex retinal transplants and innovative lens replacements
• Over 29 years of experience of ophthalmology experience

Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban specializes in complex neurosurgery cases, including head and neck tumors and endoscopic spine procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• 21 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in advanced age spinal diseases and scoliosis
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Turkish Spine Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Istanbul Dr. Siyami Ersek EA Hospital

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.

Associate Professor specializing in reproductive medicine and clinical trials – Dr. Polat blends surgical expertise with advanced research.

• Completed Master's in Clinical Trials at the University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Goztepe Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Altinli leads the Surgery Center for Esophageal and Gastric Diseases at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• 29 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Former director of Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit
• Trained advanced laparoscopic surgery at Istanbul Science University
• Specializes in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures

Dr. Hasan Fevzi Batirel specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in complex chest procedures.

• Performs advanced thoracic surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Deputy Clinic Chief at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Ersan Eroglu specializes in laparoscopic and endocrine surgeries at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 14 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• First Prize in Turkey for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy technique
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Society
• Published 16 scientific articles in national and international journals
• Lecturer at Istanbul Arel University, Faculty of Medicine

Trained at Houston's MD Anderson Cancer Center, Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in advanced laparoscopic and digestive system surgeries.

• Turkey's top scorer in gastroenterology surgery specialization exam
• Established Turkey's first inflammatory bowel disease surgery unit
• Over 23 years of experience of experience in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School

Associate Professor Burak Özkan brings international expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery, trained in Japan, Belgium, and Korea.

• 17 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Specializes in complex keloid scar treatment and reconstructive procedures
• Active member of EURAPS and International Society of Burn Injuries
• Holds leadership roles in Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious institutions including Juntendo University and Asan Medical Center

Dr. Kulaksiz specializes in rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries, bringing focused expertise to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• PhD in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) from Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Skilled in patient assessment and comprehensive postoperative care
• Expertise in advanced surgical techniques for ENT conditions

Prof. Halil Alis has performed 1,100+ laparoscopic procedures, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Specializes in colorectal, bariatric, and hepatobiliary procedures
• Active member of SAGES and EAES – leading international surgical societies
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious School of Medicine

Dr. Omer Uslukaya specializes in laparoscopic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, with 50+ scientific publications in the field.

• 24 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University
• Expertise in laparoscopic splenectomy and breast surgery
• Author of numerous studies on pancreatitis and wound healing

Dr. Halil Alis specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, with a focus on bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in robotic-assisted surgeries using the Da Vinci system
• Extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
• Authored 74 papers in SCI and SCI-e journals, contributing to surgical advancements
• Member of prestigious international surgical associations including SAGES and EAES
• Holds leadership roles in surgical education and training

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University – Dr. Yilmaz combines academic expertise with clinical practice at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in General Surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over 15 years of experience of experience in state hospitals across Turkey
• Focuses on complex surgical cases including hernia repairs and bowel resections
• Member of the General Surgery department at a leading university hospital

20,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Talu is a leading ophthalmologist with decades of experience at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published 50+ scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Member of ASCRS and Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic and kidney transplant surgeries, with over 24 years of experience of experience in the field.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic training in Scotland
• Published 20+ articles on general surgery and kidney transplants
• Associate Professor in General Surgery since 2020
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in advanced surgical techniques at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on hernia repair and bariatric surgery.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Published multiple research papers on hernia repair techniques
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Over 12 years of experience of experience in general surgery

Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center – one of the world's leading programs in liver surgery.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and hepatobiliary surgery
• Fellowship-trained in transplantation techniques
• Member of Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Holds associate professor positions at major Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in complex liver and colorectal procedures

Dr. Osman Civil specializes in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with memberships in key Turkish surgical societies.

• Member of Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Trained at Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in minimally invasive techniques for hernia and hemorrhoid treatments
• Active participant in national surgical congresses