Treatment in Istanbul (Turkey)

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Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak

  • 4.7 Excellent 111 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
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    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Güner ÇAKMAK is a highly skilled and experienced specialist in General Surgery, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital. With a medical degree earned from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1997, he has built an extensive career, focusing on various advanced surgical techniques. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, and various types of laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including those for hernias, reflux, and esophageal issues. He is also highly experienced in hemorrhoid surgery and surgeries for anal fistulas and fissures.

    Throughout his career, Dr. Çakmak has made significant contributions to medical literature, having published over 43 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and 16 in national journals. He is also the author of 20 technical notes, case reports, and research articles. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge is reflected in the numerous awards he has received, with a total of 9 prizes recognizing his exceptional work in surgery. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Çakmak offers comprehensive care to his patients, employing the latest minimally invasive techniques to ensure the best outcomes.

    At Lokman Hekim University İstanbul Hospital, he continues to provide expert care, focusing on complex surgeries, with an emphasis on laparoscopic and metabolic procedures. His work is marked by a dedication to patient well-being and continuous professional development, making him a trusted choice for individuals seeking high-quality surgical care in Turkey.

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Umbilical hernia repair
$3,280 - $3,280
Liposuction
$547 - $1,094
Hemorrhoidectomy
$1,910 - $2,350
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Sinan Göçer

  • 4.7 Excellent 111 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Op. Dr. Sinan Göçer is a highly experienced cardiovascular surgeon with a specialization in heart and vascular surgery. He completed his medical education at Çukurova University, graduating from the Faculty of Medicine in 2001. He then pursued advanced training in cardiovascular surgery at Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, finishing in 2012.

     

    Dr. Göçer began his career at Batman Regional State Hospital, where he worked from 2012 to 2016 in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery. He later joined Özel EMSEY Hospital in 2016, continuing his practice in cardiovascular surgery until 2017. From 2017 to 2022, he served in the same specialty at Özel Medicalpark Göztepe Hospital. In 2022, he moved to Özel Batman Dünya Hospital, where he worked until 2023. Currently, he is practicing at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, where he continues to provide specialized care in heart and vascular surgery.

     

    In recognition of his outstanding contributions to healthcare, Dr. Göçer was honored with the "Doctor of the Year" award by the Turkish Ministry of Health in 2015. He is also an active member of prominent medical organizations, including the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery and the National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

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Umbilical hernia repair
$3,280 - $3,280
Liposuction
$547 - $1,094
Hemorrhoidectomy
$1,910 - $2,350
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Mukhtar Mursalli

  • 4.2 Good 53 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Mukhtar MURSALLI started his academic education at Azerbaijan Medical University and completed it in 2013. Later, he received Child Adolescent Psychiatry Specialization Training at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine and completed his specialization in this field in 2022. Since November 2022, he has been working as a child - adolescent psychiatry specialist at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

    Academic Education:

    Azerbaijan Medical University - 2013
    Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine - Child Adolescent Psychiatry Residency -2022

    Vocational Trainings:

    Play Therapy - 2019 (Samsun)
    Psychodynamic Psychotherapy - 2019 - COGEPDER (Ankara, Prof. Dr. Füsun ÇUHADAROĞLU)

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training for Children and Adolescents - COGEPDER - 2020-2021
    Psychiatric Association of Turkey Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training -TPD - 2020-2022

    Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia Interview Schedule for School-Age Children - Now and Lifetime Version - Based on DSM 5 (CSA-SDI-DSM-5-T) training - 2020

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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$24,000 - $28,000
Treatment of drug addiction
$15,000 - $20,000
Stem Cell Therapy
$6,000 - $11,000
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Unal Isaoglu

  • 4.7 Excellent 111 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Dr. Unal Isaoglu is a respected medical professional known for his work in pharmacological research. He co-authored a study published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology. The research examined how methylprednisolone affects bone mineral density in rats with bone loss caused by ovariectomy and reduced adrenaline levels from metyrosine.

    His research offers important insights into bone health and drug treatments. Dr. Isaoglu’s achievements show his expertise and dedication to medical science.

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Umbilical hernia repair
$3,280 - $3,280
Liposuction
$547 - $1,094
Hemorrhoidectomy
$1,910 - $2,350
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Zuhal Tanzer

  • 4.7 Excellent 111 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Dr. Zuhal Tanzer is a specialist in Internal Diseases. She is known for her skill in diagnosing and treating complex medical conditions. Dr. Tanzer has a strong record of patient satisfaction and successful treatments. She is accredited by top medical institutions. She also takes part in ongoing medical education. Dr. Tanzer uses evidence-based methods and is dedicated to improving standards in internal medicine.

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Umbilical hernia repair
$3,280 - $3,280
Liposuction
$547 - $1,094
Hemorrhoidectomy
$1,910 - $2,350
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Bulent Evren Erkul

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Ali Irfan Emre Tekgunduz

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ali Irfan Emre Tekgunduz is a seasoned hematology specialist with over 26 years of experience. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation and internal medicine. With a broad academic background, he has held key positions in several medical institutions and has significantly contributed to the field of hematology with his scientific publications. He is a member of various prestigious medical associations.
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Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy
$18,000 - $20,000
Liver transplant
$40,000 - $45,000
Kidney transplant
$15,000 - $20,000
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Haluk Duman

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Haluk Duman is an expert plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in plastic surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors, as well as hand and maxillofacial surgery. He has a general medical degree from Istanbul University Medical Faculty and specialty in plastic and reconstructive surgery from Ankara GATA Medical School, and a fellowship from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Prof. Duman has published over 60 papers and participated in 100+ conferences. He is a member of various organizations.

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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Alp Özkan

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Alp Özkan is a highly experienced Turkish pediatric oncologist with over 20 years of experience in lymphoma treatment. He has worked in the USA, is a professor at Istanbul University, and has published 5 books on pediatric cancer treatment. He has won the Turkish Scientific Prize in Pediatric Oncology and has authored more than 70 scientific articles.
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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Erdem Turemen

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Endocrinologist

Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Murat Dokdok

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Murat Dokdok is an Interventional Radiologist at the Anadolu Medical Center with expertise in Cardiovasculary Imaging, Neuroradyology, and the ability to communicate in both English and Turkish. He has an extensive educational background, having received a degree from the Istanbul University Cerrahpasha School of Medicine and professional experience from Göztepe State Hospital, Minnesota University and Harvard School of Medicine, MGH, and Acibadem Hospital.
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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Nuri Ceydeli

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologist and obstetrician with over 15 years of experience. He is a graduate of Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School (1995) and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School (2002), and is a member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Society, Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society, Surgical Infection Association, and AAGL.

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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Dr Ali Cem Oktay

  • 4.8 Excellent 193 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Adem and Havva Medical Center
  • Dr. Ali Cem Oktay is a plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in breast lift, breast reduction, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), rhinoplasty, and gynecomastia surgery. He completed his medical and specialty training at Mersin University. Dr. Oktay is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.

    He is known for high patient satisfaction and consistent, positive results. Dr. Oktay has published scientific articles and regularly attends professional conferences. His commitment to research and clinical care has earned him respect in the field of plastic surgery.

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Breast lift
$2,904 - $3,485
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,470 - $7,660
Liposuction
$3,313 - $4,197
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Ahmet Nadir Tosyali

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Pediatric surgeon

Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Yaşar Kütükçü

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Yaşar Kütükçü is a neurologist with an education from Gülhane Askeri Tıp Akademisi Medical School and University of California San Francisco. He is a member of Turkish Neurology Society, Parkinson’s Disease Society and International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society and specializes in Neurophysiology (Deep Brain Stimulation) and movement disorders treatment.

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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Ayhan Erdemir

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Ayhan Erdemir, MD, is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center since 2006 and one of the best pancreatic cancer specialists. He completed his undergraduate education at Fırat University Medical Faculty, and has taken part in numerous courses such as Cytoreductive Surgery & Hipec Course, Surgical Oncology Society, and Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci Surgical System Online Training Module.

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Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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Mustafa Kurklu

  • 4.6 Excellent 124 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kurklu is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist with 28 years of experience. He has been a Professor and Head of the Hand Transplantation Department at a prominent medical academy. He has authored 72 scientific publications and holds expertise in areas such as traumatology, orthopedics, and hand transplantation. He offers online consultations and a second medical opinion service.
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Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy
$18,000 - $20,000
Liver transplant
$40,000 - $45,000
Kidney transplant
$15,000 - $20,000
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Bulent Un

  • 4.9 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Bulent Unal is a distinguished oncologist and general surgeon specializing in organ transplant and treating an array of cancers. He has over 25 years of professional experience and has earned multiple awards for his work in the field. He is proficient in surgeries like kidney and liver transplant, resection of urinary bladder tumor, removal of ovarian cancer, gall bladder tumor removal, and mastectomy surgery.
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Chemotherapy
$4,000 - $5,000
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Celal Salcini

  • 4.2 Good 53 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • He was born in 1978 in Prizren (Kosovo). After graduating from "Prizren Science High School" in 1996, he started his education at Pristina University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine between 1999-2005. Between 2006-2011, he completed his specialty training in Neurology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology. During her training, she was especially interested in electrophysiology, dementias and movement disorders. Between 2012-2013, she worked as a lecturer at Üsküdar University. Since 2013, she has been working as a Neurology specialist at NPIstanbul Brain Hospital. She has ongoing scientific studies in the field of neurology. He speaks fluent English, Serbian and Bosnian. In his free time, he is engaged in classical Turkish music.

    Publications:

    • Bilateral Thalamic Anaplastic Glioma: Case Report. Ibrahim Sun, Celal Salcini , Ayca Sun, Baran Yılmaz, Kadriye Agan. Marmara Medical Journal 2008, Volume 21, Issue 3, Page(s) 257-260
    • Electrophysiology and Pathology Findings in a Case of Lafora. Ağan K, Erbaş B, Şalçini C, Uluç K, Günal D, Aktan S. 42nd National Neurology Congress, 2006
    • Tumefactive MS: A Case Report. Deniz Borucu, Celal Şalçini, Betül Özdilek, Kayıhan Uluç, Neşe Tuncer Elmacı, Dilek İnce Günal. 43rd National Neurology Congress, 2007
    • Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease; Case Report with Radiologic and CSF Findings. Orhan Yılmaz, Celal Şalçini, Mesrure Köseoğlu, Kayıhan Uluç, İpek Midi, Neşe Tuncer,Önder Us, 43rd National Neurology Congress, 2007
    • A Case of Tardive Dystonia Secondary to Low Dose Risperidone. Celal Şalçini, Kadriye Ağan, Dilek İnce Günal, 8th National Parkinson and Movement Disorders Congress, 2009
    • Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in a Patient With Schizoaffective Disorder Manic Episode. Gökben Hızlı Sayar, Celal Salcini, Ali Bayram, Gaye Kağan, Nevzat Tarhan, 2012
    • Chapter XVI "SPINAL CORD DISEASES" of Merrit's Neurology Handbook, p:493-502 Uz.Dr. Kayıhan Uluç, Dr. Celal Şalçini, Translation editor O. Doğu, Güneş Tıp Kitapevleri, ISBN No: 978-975-277-207-6, Ankara 2009
    • Neurophysiologic Approach to the Complex Organization in Spine: A study on F-wave duration and Cutaneous Silent Period in Primary Restless Legs Patients, İşak B., Uluç K., Şalçini C., Clinical Neuorphysyology, 2010
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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$24,000 - $28,000
Treatment of drug addiction
$15,000 - $20,000
Stem Cell Therapy
$6,000 - $11,000
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Semih Aki

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Professor of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Prostatectomy
$16,000 - $23,000
Craniotomy
$8,750 - $10,940
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
$25,000 - $35,000
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