Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 12

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in Nuclear Medicine, having completed specialized training at the Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. With a distinguished academic career, the doctor served as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and eventually a Professor within the Department of Nuclear Medicine at the same institution between 2004 and 2016.

Throughout a career dedicated to clinical research and academic excellence, the doctor acted as a project manager for an International Atomic Energy Agency research initiative focused on the relationship between respiratory infections, gastro-esophageal reflux, and bronchial asthma in children. The doctor maintains active memberships in both the Turkish Society of Nuclear Medicine and the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.

Dr. Levent Kaptanoglu is a general surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society for Transplantation and Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Chirurgie. Dr. Kaptanoglu completed a fellowship at the Northwestern University Transplantation Unit in Chicago.

• Specializes in complex procedures like Whipple surgery and liver resection.
• Treats conditions including liver hemangioma, pancreatic cysts, and obesity.
• Performs surgeries for breast, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers.
• Sits on the boards of the Breast Surgery and Hepatobiliary Surgery Associations.

Dr. Nazlı Korkmaz is an Associate Professor specializing in obstetrics, gynecology, and IVF at Central Hospital. She focuses on reproductive medicine and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Korkmaz contributes to national and international scientific publications on women's health. She treats patients at a private medical center that serves 138,000 people annually.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery, cosmetic gynecology, and water birth.
• Treats reproductive conditions including endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and uterine fibroids.
• Provides sexual therapy and comprehensive menopause care.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic trauma, sports injuries, and joint reconstruction. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats bone and joint conditions using both traditional and endoscopic methods.

• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair.
• Treats complex fractures, meniscus tears, and osteoarthritis.
• Specializes in total joint replacements including hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ayshe Okumush is a radiation oncologist at Private NeoLife Medical Center. She earned her MD from Karadeniz Technical University in 2003. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital from 2006 to 2011.

She served as a specialist at Diyarbakir Uckuyular Training and Research Hospital from 2011 to 2013 and at Sisli Etfal from 2013 to 2016. She then worked at Yeni Yuzyil University Private Gaziosmanpasa Hospital from 2016 to 2026. She joined NeoLife in 2026.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO). Clinical focus: SRS, SRT, SBRT; VMAT, IMRT; radiotherapy for head and neck, lung, and brain tumors; SGRT, TBI, and 3D brachytherapy.

Dr. Senol Erguney is a senior urologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopic stone treatments and transurethral prostate surgeries. Dr. Erguney previously served as the Kocaeli Provincial Health Director. He also leads treatments for male infertility and sexual dysfunction.

• Performs endoscopic prostate and bladder surgery using the TUR method.
• Treats kidney stones through endoscopic crushing techniques.
• Expert in male infertility treatments, including microsurgical varicocele repair.
• Treats pediatric urological conditions such as nocturnal incontinence and undescended testicles.

Dr. Izzet Ilker Aydogan is an oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist at Inci Dis Clinic. He completed his surgical specialization at Selçuk University in 2023. Dr. Aydogan performs complex jaw surgeries and dental implant procedures. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul with an in-house dental laboratory.

• Specializes in sinus lifting, bone grafting, and dental bone regeneration.
• Treats temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diseases and performs dental cyst removal.
• Expertise includes wisdom tooth removal and surgical tooth extractions.
• Provides care at a clinic holding TEMOS and ISO 9001 certifications.

Eid Alosman — oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Mira Clinic.

Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed hundreds of endoscopic spine surgeries. Dr. Kara specializes in minimally invasive procedures for the cervical and lumbar spine. He completed his medical training at Dicle University and specialized in neurosurgery at Kartal Hospital.

• Completed a clinical internship at the Helios Clinic in Hamburg.
• Performs anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal fixation.
• Focuses on surgical methods that shorten rehabilitation time.
• Works at Central Hospital, which treats 138,000 patients annually.

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Savas Ceylan has performed over 5,600 endoscopic neurosurgical procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik. He specializes in the treatment of pituitary adenomas and complex skull base tumors. Dr. Ceylan is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He practices at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.

• Completed over 4,300 surgeries for pituitary adenomas.
• Expert in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for sellar region pathologies.
• Performed 150+ craniopharyngioma resections and 120+ chordoma surgeries.
• Previously served as Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University.

Dr. Samet Yardimci is a specialist in gastroenterology and general surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He holds the Best Young Researcher Award from the Congress of Transplantation. Dr. Yardimci completed a fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at a top Turkish training center. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and gastric ulcers.

• Performs obesity surgery and laparoscopic procedures for the digestive system.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
• Completed an international observer program at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Texas.
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for surgical excellence.

Dr. Hanifi Onalan is an oncology and general surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss procedures and digestive system surgeries. Dr. Onalan has performed gastric sleeve and balloon procedures for over 15 years at Atlas. He previously served as a surgeon at Taksim Education and Research Hospital.

• Expertise includes gallbladder, thyroid, and hernia surgeries.
• Certified in videoendoscopy from Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital.
• Performs complex procedures like colectomy, liver resection, and pancreatic surgery.
• Treats patients at an AACI-accredited facility following international safety standards.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is an associate professor of neurosurgery at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in functional neurosurgery, brain tumors, and peripheral nerve reconstruction. Dr. Akcakaya completed a clinical fellowship in stereotactic surgery at Hannover Medical School in Germany.

• Trained in microsurgery of the brachial plexus at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center.
• Performs deep brain stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, and Gamma Knife procedures.
• Treats complex conditions including brain cysts and malignant brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Aysegul Acar is a chest diseases specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on complex respiratory conditions, including lung cancer and occupational lung diseases. Dr. Acar performs bronchoscopy and manages intensive care for pulmonary patients. She works at a clinic that treats 280,000 patients every year.

• Treats chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pulmonary tuberculosis.
• Expertise in managing sleep disorders and pneumonia.
• Clinical experience in treating post-Covid-19 respiratory complications.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.