Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 15

Dr. Ugur Korkmaz is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in esophageal diseases, chronic liver conditions, and pancreatic disorders. Dr. Korkmaz completed his medical training at Abant Izzet Baysal University. He later finished his gastroenterology specialization at Kocaeli University.

• Performs complex ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection procedures.
• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis and Crohn's.
• Provides weight loss solutions through gastric Botox injections.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating over 10,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ali Karahan is a hair transplant surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. He blends expertise in anesthesiology with hair restoration to ensure patient comfort. Dr. Karahan formerly managed hair transplant units at Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa hospitals. He specializes in achieving natural-looking results for hair restoration patients.

• Specialized in Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Okmeydanı Training Hospital.
• Participates in national and international hair transplantation conferences.
• Treats patients at Quartz Hospital, an Istanbul center serving 6,500 people annually.
• Performed hair restoration procedures in various top Turkish medical networks.

Dr. Omer Oner is a maxillofacial surgeon and implantology expert based in Istanbul. He specializes in complex procedures including All-on-4 implantation and oral tumor surgery. He graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Oner later completed surgical specialization at Kırıkkale University.

• Performs hundreds of successful procedures for impacted teeth and cysts.
• Presents research findings at major global events like the Nobel Biocare Symposium.
• Completed training in emergency dental care and aesthetic implantology.
• Works at YEG Clinic, which is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in proctology and breast health. Dr. Balcioglu completed her medical education in English at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She serves as a columnist for two medical journals. Her practice focuses on minimally invasive surgery for common surgical conditions.

• Performs laser and Longo surgeries for hemorrhoid treatment.
• Specializes in local laparoscopic day surgery for pilonidal sinus.
• Treats breast pain, anal fissures, lipomas, and various hernias.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which is JCI-accredited for safety and quality.

Dr. Fulya Gokdagli Sigir is an OB/GYN and IVF specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on reproductive medicine, infertility, and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Sigir has provided fertility treatments for over 15 years. She is an Assistant Professor of health sciences at Galata University. Dr. Sigir trained in perinatology at Frankfurt Bürger Hospital in Germany.

• Served as the Responsible Physician at the Kolan International Hospital IVF Center.
• Certified in Assisted Reproductive Treatment Practices by the Memorial Şişli IVF Center.
• Specializes in IUI, IVF, and stem cell therapy for infertility.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 250,000 patients every year.

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in hip and shoulder replacement and treats international patients. Dr. Dogan also manages complex spine and extremity trauma. He holds a degree from the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching Hospital.

• Expertise includes pediatric orthopedics for conditions like hip dysplasia and pes equinovarus.
• Studied orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital.
• Performs sports traumatology procedures for meniscus and cruciate ligament injuries.
• Dr. Dogan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting US healthcare safety standards.

Dr. Nabi Gokhan Ferahcan is the Chief Physician of the Check-up Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in personalized health screenings and preventive medicine based on scientific evidence. Dr. Ferahcan managed the Emergency Department at Afyon SSK Hospital earlier in his career. He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

• Treats metabolic and blood conditions including liver steatosis, hypertension, and anemia.
• Performs adult vaccinations and vitamin replacement therapies for preventive health.
• Focuses on complete health screenings for both male and female patients.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a professor and rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals. He specializes in pain medicine, electrodiagnostic neurology, and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Cakar chair’s the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He completed training in brain stimulation at Harvard Medical School.

• Author of over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Treats complex cases using transcranial magnetic and direct current stimulation.
• Is a member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center known for neurosurgery excellence.

Dr. Birkan Duras is an aesthetic dentistry specialist at YEG Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in smile design, oral rehabilitation, and implantology. Dr. Duras graduated from Yeditepe University and pursued research in prosthodontics at Istanbul University. He performs procedures at YEG Clinic, which features an on-site laboratory for fast results.

• Member of the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD).
• Active in the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPİD).
• Treats dental conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Performs Straumann dental implants, porcelain veneers, and zirconia bridges.

Dr. Berna Buse Kobal is a gynecologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She conducted clinical studies in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Louisville, USA. Dr. Kobal specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for hysterectomies and cyst removals. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 250,000 patients every year.

• Performs laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and genital reconstructive surgeries.
• Treats endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and complex HPV cases.
• Provides bioequivalent hormone therapies and functional medicine for women's health.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical techniques.

Dr. Funda Ataman is a dermatologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in skin cancer treatment, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic rejuvenation. Dr. Ataman graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. She then completed a residency at the Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital Dermatology Clinic.

• Treats allergic skin diseases, hyperhidrosis, and skin tumors.
• Performs cosmetic procedures including Botox, laser treatments, and fillers.
• Uses dermatoscopy for precise skin examination and cancer screening.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation for safety and quality.

Dr. Safa Manav is a facial rejuvenation specialist at his private clinic in Istanbul. He is European

Dr. Orhan Babucçu was the founding chairman of the Plastic Surgery Department at Zonguldak Karaelmas University. He is a specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Babucçu focuses on revision rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and breast surgery. He trained at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States.

• Specializes in reconstructive microsurgery, chronic wound treatment, and skin cancer.
• Maintains membership in the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
• Performs body contouring, genital aesthetics, and gynaecomastia surgery for men.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Celil Göçer is a professor and ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He is an author of over 30 international scientific articles on hearing and sinus conditions. Dr. Göçer trained at the House Ear Institute in Los Angeles, focusing on ear surgery.

• Specializes in cochlear implants, stapedectomy, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Treats complex conditions like sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and laryngeal cancer.
• Recognized for excellence in clinical practice and surgical training models.
• Works at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Semih Urz is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 35,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Urz specializes in ReLEx SMILE, cataract surgery, and vitrectomy. He received the Best Doctor award from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and LASIK eye surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus.
• Authored several books regarding eye health and diseases.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Asli Tapan Kavusturan is a dentist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on prosthetic treatments, oral implantology, and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Kavusturan provides care for adults and children. She works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation. This ensures her patients receive care meeting international safety standards.

• Member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI).
• Active member of the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and Turkish Dental Association.
• Performs complex procedures including All-on-4 implants, veneers, and smile makeovers.
• Specialized in tooth whitening, ceramic braces, and dental bone regeneration.

Dr. Zuleyha Akgun is a radiation oncology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focalizes on cancer treatment using targeted radiation therapy. Dr. Akgun has practiced at some of Turkey’s most active medical institutions since 2003. She serves patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its high medical safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first Turkish hospital to earn JCI accreditation.
• Completed a research residency at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats patients in a specialized oncology center that attracts international cases from 160+ countries.
• Previously served as a specialist at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.