Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 18

Dr. Servet Alan is a specialist in infectious diseases and clinical microbiology at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He holds a Master’s degree in pediatric infectious diseases from Istanbul University. Dr. Alan also earned a Master’s in hospital and healthcare management. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for world-class safety standards.

• Member of the Klimik Association and the Turkish Society of Microbiology.
• Active member of the Association for Hospital Infections and Control.
• Served as a specialist at Haseki Training and Research Hospital for 15 years.
• Participates in numerous international microbiology congresses and seminars.

Dr. Sertac Demirel is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He focused on surgical care and oncology for over three decades. Dr. Demirel treats patients at a premier multidisciplinary medical center in Turkey.

• Serves as a General Surgery Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Former Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital.
• Expertise covers complex surgical interventions and oncological cases.
• Works at a facility with a 90% success rate in organ transplantation.

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in orthopedics and traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA. Dr. Mahirogullari specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal injuries and joint conditions like arthrosis.

• Earned the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Best Verbal Declaration Award.
• Winner of multiple professional honors, including the Derviş Manizade and Altındağ Branch prizes.
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

Dr. Tumay Ipekci is a urology specialist and professor at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Ipekci serves on the editorial boards of Urology Research and Practice and the Mediterranean Medical Journal. He is a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited hospital known for organ transplantation and robotic surgery.

• Member of the European Association of Urology (EAU) since 2006.
• Presented 36 scientific papers at national and international medical congresses.
• Active member of the Endourology Society and the Turkish Urological Association.
• Former associate professor at Başkent University Department of Urology.

Dr. Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Bayraktar earned her medical degree and residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She practiced at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Institute in the USA.

• Holds European Board of Coloproctology (EBSQ-C) specialist certification.
• Completed clinical training at Klinikum rechts der Isar in Germany.
• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgical methods.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and the European Surgical Society of Oncology.

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery across major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Hanimoglu works within a surgical department known for robotic and genetics-based procedures. He practices at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation for safety.

• Serves as a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital.
• Holds a clinical role at Istanbul Biruni University.
• Practiced at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 90% organ transplant success rate.

Dr. Erdem Akbal is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He has authored over 100 international indexed publications. Dr. Akbal completed specific training in interventional endoscopy at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He holds academic rank as a professor.

• Completed training for endoscopic ultrasound at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA.
• Trained in POEM and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.

Dr. Seniz Ustundag is a certified orthodontics specialist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She earned her doctorate from Marmara University with a focus on temporomandibular disorders. Dr. Ustundag treats complex dental alignment issues in children, teens, and adults.

• Performs orthodontic preparation for patients undergoing orthognathic surgery.
• Uses clear aligner systems including Invisalign First, Teen, and MA.
• Specially trained in lingual therapy and Roth techniques.
• Treats congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate.

Dr. Fatima Bayramova is an endocrinologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She specialists in diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, and obesity. Dr. Bayramova completed residency training at both Hacettepe University and Istanbul University. She holds expertise in adrenal and pituitary disorders and osteoporosis management.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Researches correlations between bone marrow aspiration and biopsy results.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
• Fluent in medical services for both adults and children.

Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is an endocrinologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He treats metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders. He holds a medical board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Yalcin also has a certification as a Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global standard for medical safety.

• Published 8 international and 10 national research papers.
• Completed a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Ankara Numune.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Completed specialized training in thyroid and neck ultrasonography.

Dr. Teoman Akcay is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in digestive disorders, endoscopy, and liver research. Dr. Akcay completed his specialty training at Dokuz Eylül University. He treats patients at a clinic in the JCI-accredited Memorial Healthcare Group.

• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association.
• Active member of the Turkish Liver Research Association.
• Sits on the Turkish Endoscopy Association board.
• Published numerous scientific articles in national and international medical journals.

The doctor is a highly experienced Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist with a robust clinical background spanning several major medical institutions in Turkey. Currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital since 2022, the doctor has previously served in key clinical roles at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine Hospital and Kahta State Hospital.

Throughout a career dedicated to women's health, the doctor has focused on providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care, managing complex clinical cases, and maintaining high standards of patient treatment within both university hospital settings and state medical facilities.

Dr. Ali Osman Koyuncuoglu specializes in obstetrics, gynecology, and IVF at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He has practiced reproductive medicine for two decades at top Turkish medical centers. Dr. Koyuncuoglu holds memberships in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and ESHRE.

• Completed training at Brussels IVF Center and the Regionshospitalet Skive IVF in Denmark.
• Trained in robotic surgery at Acıbadem University and laparoscopic techniques at IRCAD Strasbourg.
• Maintains expertise in reproductive endocrinology through the Turkish Society of Reproductive Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, an eco-friendly facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Savas Kansoy is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He founded Turkey’s first pediatric bone marrow transplantation units. Dr. Kansoy treates children with leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia. He is a primary contributor to national stem cell transplant registries.

• Founded pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant clinics across major Turkish hospitals.
• Performs haploidentical, allogenic, and autologous stem cell transplantations.
• Served as a board member of the Turkish Society of Hematology.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Hilmi Bayırlı is a pediatrician. He focuses on neonatal care, premature infants, newborn follow-up, pediatric emergencies, and childhood infectious diseases.

He earned his MD from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his pediatrics residency at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He fulfilled compulsory public service at Van Training and Research Hospital. He now practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. His services include pediatric and neonatal care, close monitoring of premature infants, developmental follow-up, and preventive care.

Dr. Naci Karaagac is a neurology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has maintained a clinical presence at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty since 1982. Dr. Karaagac treats patients at one of Turkey’s most established private medical centers. He works within a JCI-accredited facility that holds world-class safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited center in Turkey.
• Served as a neurology specialist at the American Hospital and German Hospital.
• Completed medical service as a specialist at Maslak Military Hospital.
• Treats a variety of neurological conditions within a multidisciplinary hospital setting.