Best transplant surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 57 doctors

Prof. Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in cancer treatment and organ transplants, with over 25 years of experience and multiple international awards.

• Recognized for outstanding achievements in liver transplantation
• Member of the American Society of Breast Cancer and other prestigious associations
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a Ph.D. in General Surgery

Dr. Ozer brings 10+ years of ophthalmology expertise to DERDA SAGLIK HIZMETLERI, with advanced training in ocular oncology from Wills Eye Institute.

• Fellowship-trained in vitreo-retina surgery at the University of Kansas
• Published research on rare eye conditions and innovative treatments
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Presented at international conferences on ophthalmology advancements

Associate Professor Polat brings specialized training in clinical trials and reproductive medicine to his transplantology practice at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Master's degree in Clinical Trials from the University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Göztepe Hospital
• Medical degree from Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty

Prof. Bulent Unal specializes in transplantology with extensive training in surgical oncology and international research on liver transplantation techniques.

• Completed advanced training in liver transplantation at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published multiple studies on living donor liver transplantation outcomes
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists

Professor Abuzer Dirican leads transplantology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive expertise in liver and hepatobiliary surgery.

• Over 15 years' experience in liver transplantation
• Specializes in living donor liver transplants and complex hepatobiliary cases
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology department
• Published numerous studies on transplant outcomes
• Trained at one of Turkey's leading transplant institutes

Performed 5,000+ kidney transplants and 1,000+ liver transplants – Prof. Dinckan leads the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specializes in complex simultaneous organ transplants
• 350+ pediatric kidney transplants performed
• Lecturer at Istinye University – trains future surgeons
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in kidney and pancreas transplants, with over 15 years of experience in transplantology. His work includes pioneering hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy techniques.

• Associate Professor in General Surgery with a focus on transplantology
• Published 20+ articles on kidney transplants and general surgery
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques in Scotland
• Member of Florence Nightingale Hospital's Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center
• Awarded by the Ministry of Health for contributions to burn center establishment

With 15+ years focused exclusively on kidney and liver transplants, Dr. Turunc leads the transplant program at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in both kidney and liver transplant procedures
• Previously responsible for kidney transplant centers at Medical Park Goztepe and Medicana Çamlıca
• Member of the National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Faculty member at Bahcesehir University's Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Saydam Mehmet has specialized in General Surgery for over 15 years, with extensive experience in metabolic and laparoscopic surgeries.

• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy and University of Miami
• Expert in oncologic and endocrine surgeries
• Associate Professor with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Member of several prestigious medical institutions

Asli Tapan Kavusturan brings over 15 years of dental expertise at Memorial Şişli Hospital, focusing on implantology and prosthetic dentistry.

• Trained at Ege University's Faculty of Dentistry
• Active member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
• Specializes in oral implantology and aesthetic dentistry
• Participant in multiple international dental congresses and seminars
• Holds memberships in Turkish Dental Association and Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

Led organ transplantation centers at multiple universities – Dr. Peker brings deep expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in liver and kidney transplants
• Former Head of General Surgery Department
• Responsible Physician at Yeditepe University's Transplant Center
• Over 15 years in transplant surgery

Prof. Dr. Abuzer Dirican is a renowned transplant surgeon with a Certificate of Excellence for completing 1000+ liver transplants. He specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex cases.

• 20+ years of experience in transplantology and oncology
• Fellowship at Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Recipient of International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Expert in kidney and liver cancer treatments

Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 20 years, including leadership roles at Johns Hopkins and Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in kidney transplantation with a focus on complex cases
• Former Head of Organ Transplantation at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Published 35+ scientific papers on organ transplant studies
• Member of key transplant organizations including Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordinators Association

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle – Dr. Karacaoglan brings 30+ years of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' title by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Trained in breast surgery at Portland's Breast Surgery Center
• Member of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Specializes in liver and kidney transplantation at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with advanced training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on transplants
• Completed clinical fellowship at Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices
• Expertise in laparoscopic and oncological surgery techniques

Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in liver and kidney transplants at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with extensive research in transplant outcomes.

• Over 15 years of experience in transplantology
• Published multiple studies on kidney and liver transplant outcomes
• Member of the Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations of Turkey
• Trained at Pamukkale and Akdeniz Universities

Prof. Murat Dayangaç is a leading liver transplant specialist, directing the Organ Transplant Center at Medipol University Hospital.

• Heads one of Turkey's top transplant centers
• Trained at Mayo Clinic – a global leader in transplantation
• Published 70+ articles on liver disease and transplantation
• Member of multiple international transplant societies

Prof. Dr. Kamil Yalçın Polat trained in liver and multi-organ transplantation at New York University's Mount Sinai Hospital.

• Head of General Surgery and Transplantation at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Performed 100+ liver transplants with focus on surgical outcomes
• Member of American Society of Transplant Surgeons
• Published 50+ SCI articles on transplantation techniques
• Specializes in complex hepatopancreatobiliary cases

Dr. Tolga Kandogan is a prominent transplantologist with extensive research contributions, including 28 international journal publications.

• Specializes in kidney and liver transplantation procedures
• Presented at 17 international scientific meetings
• Published in 55 national refereed journals
• Active participant in both domestic and international transplantology panels

Umit Ozcelik brings over 15 years of surgical experience to Transplantology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialized in general surgery at Baskent University – a leader in medical education
• Certified in critical anorectal diseases and breast cancer treatments
• Military service provided experience in high-pressure medical environments