Page 4 - Best surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 249 doctors

Dt. Arzu Tekkeli has worked at the Department of Dentistry, Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, since 2018. She previously worked at Avicenna Hope Hospital. She graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 1999. She began her studies in 1994.

Clinical focus: aesthetic dentistry, digital dentistry with CAD/CAM, and smile design.

Memberships: Turkish Dental Association, Istanbul Chamber of Dentists, Oral Implantology Association, Women’s Physicians Support Foundation, Contemporary Life Support Foundation. Programs attended: Implant-Der Academy and EDAD (Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association).

Renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Bardak has won multiple international awards for innovative eye treatments. His research in advanced keratoconus and laser applications is globally recognized.

• 29 years of experience of experience in complex ophthalmic surgeries
• Fellowship-trained at University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands
• Recipient of the prestigious Troutman Award for laser treatments
• Published extensively on oxidative stress in eye health
• Active in cutting-edge research on keratoconus therapies

Dr. Zehra Karaağaç specializes in oculoplastic surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler, with extensive training in eyelid and tear duct procedures.

• Board-certified in ophthalmology with a focus on oculoplastic surgery
• Trained at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay specializes in eye health, offering a range of treatments and surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Marmara University
• Member of prestigious societies including AAO and ESCRS
• Expert in cataract treatments and general eye care

Fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic – Prof. Aytac specializes in minimally invasive and robotic techniques for complex abdominal procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 15 years of experience of surgical experience focusing on colorectal diseases
• Published 150+ international research papers on surgical outcomes
• Multiple award-winning researcher, including from the American College of Surgeons
• Board-certified in both Turkey and Europe for colorectal surgery
• Specializes in inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal oncology cases

9,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Specialized in Eye Diseases at the same university
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Authored 3 publications and articles
• Presented research on surgical treatment of third cranial nerve palsy

Specializes in ocular oncology – Dr. Tuncer is experienced in radioactive plate treatment for intraocular tumors at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience of experience
• Executive Board Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Oncology Unit
• Editorial Board Member of Turkish Journal of Ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and International Society of Ocular Oncology

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle – Dr. Karacaoglan brings over 33 years of experience of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in natural-looking results for reconstructive procedures and complex cases
• Fellowship-trained at leading US and Turkish institutions including the Breast Surgery Center in Portland
• Performed over 1,100 plastic surgery procedures
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Over 20,000 surgical cases performed – Dr. Ersan is a highly experienced ophthalmologic surgeon at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital.

• Specialized in cataract and refractive surgery
• Member of multiple international ophthalmology societies including ESCRS and AAO
• Pioneered new techniques in eye and complementary medicine
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital

Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system – Dr. Dibekoglu pioneers advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for colorectal and hernia surgeries
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Former Acting Head of General Surgery at Kadir Has University
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Alper Toker specializes in advanced thoracic surgery as Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Focused on robotic and complex thoracic procedures
• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Recognized with multiple awards for thoracic surgery research
• Trained at leading institutions including West Virginia University