Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 12

Dr. Burak Buyukturk is an orthodontist at Estemarley in Istanbul. He holds a PhD in Orthodontics from Süleyman Demirel University. Dr. Buyukturk completed six years of doctoral training in treatment planning and clinical research. He treats children, adolescents, and adults for complex dental alignment issues.

• Member of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS).
• Performs orthodontic procedures including Invisalign, ceramic braces, and e-motion aligners.
• Former faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at Süleyman Demirel University.
• Works at Estemarley, a center serving 3,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu is a neurosurgeon at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex spine surgery, pediatric neurosurgery, and brain tumor resection. Dr. Kaptanoglu won first place in the Acibadem Hospital Medical Research Awards. He completed a research fellowship in spinal cord regeneration at the University of Toronto.

• Expertise includes surgeries for scoliosis, kyphosis, and sacral tumors.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas, hydrocephalus, and brain aneurysms.
• Former Chairman of the Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group in Turkey.
• Published over 100 scientific articles and edited 7 medical books.

Dr. Berk Aksoy is a prosthodontist at Hospitadent Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He specialized in prosthesis at Hacettepe University. Dr. Aksoy performs aesthetic smile makeovers including Hollywood Smile procedures. He works at a TEMOS-certified facility that serves 150,000 patients annually.

• Expertise in All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant prosthetics.
• Certified in Botulinum Toxin theory and practice for dental applications.
• Performs aesthetic restorations using Emax and zirconium veneers.
• Completed specific training in anterior aesthetic composite restorations.

Dr. Ahmet Konuralp Ozcelik is a prosthetist at Dental Bosphorus in Istanbul. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Prosthetic Dental Treatment at Istanbul University. Dr. Ozcelik specializes in full-arch restorations and aesthetic porcelain laminates. He has worked in dental health tourism for several years.

• Specializes in All-on-4 and All-on-6 implant-supported solutions.
• Performs complex prosthetic treatments and porcelain laminate restorations.
• Provides restorative, endodontic, and surgical dental procedures.
• Practices at Dental Bosphorus, which serves 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yavuz Aydin is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He specializes in IVF, intrauterine insemination, and microsurgical tuboplasty. Dr. Aydin previously held a professorship at Biruni University. He also served as a medical specialist at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Holds membership in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Is a member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
• Performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries for conditions like endometriosis.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Ahmet Icagasioglu is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 120 scientific publications. Dr. Icagasioglu is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He completed surgical training in the US, Germany, and Russia.

• Specializes in presbyopia surgery and vitreo-retinal procedures.
• Served as Eye Clinic Chief at several major training and research hospitals.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility specializing in complex surgical care.

Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He serves as the clinical director and vice director of the stem cell transplant unit. Dr. Bozkurt focuses on childhood leukemia, bone marrow transplants, and neuroblastoma. He completed specialized observerships at Harvard University and Cincinnati Children's Hospital.

• Member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP).
• Active member of the European Bone Marrow Transplant Group (EBMT).
• Published more than 40 articles on stem cell therapy and blood disorders.
• Works at a center performing the highest number of transplants in Turkey.

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. Veysi is a specialist ophthalmologist at CE International Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in I-Lasik, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery. He earned his medical degree from Ankara University. Dr. Veysi also completed specialty training at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs oculoplastic procedures including eyelid aesthetics and eyebrow lifts.
• Treats complex eye conditions like glaucoma, strabismus, and uveitis.
• Provides medical aesthetic treatments such as Botox and facial fillers.
• Works at a TÜV NORD ISO 9001 certified medical center.

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. 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. 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. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu is a urological surgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic procedures for prostate and bladder cancer. Dr. Keseroglu performs Retzius-sparing radical prostatectomy to improve patient recovery. He also focuses on female incontinence surgery and complex stone treatments like HOLEP.

• Performs robotic sacrocolpopexy and radical cystectomy for cancer and pelvic organ prolapse.
• Treats urological conditions using laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy techniques.
• Manages all endourological stone surgeries and endoscopic procedures.
• Works at İstinye University Liv Hospital, a 300-bed facility with 33 medical departments.

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. 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. Semih Ayan is a urologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is certified by the European Board of Urology. Dr. Ayan completed a research fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He also completed a clinical fellowship in robotic surgery at the University of Chicago.

• Specializes in urologic oncology and pediatric urology.
• Performs a high volume of endoscopic and percutaneous surgeries for urinary stones.
• Member of the American Urological Association and the European Association of Urology.
• Treats prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer using robotic surgical techniques.

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.