Best Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Can Ilker Demir is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in facial aesthetics, body contouring, and breast surgery. Dr. Demir trained at Kocaeli University, a leading Turkish medical institution. He is known for achieving natural and lasting results for his patients.

• Performs aesthetic procedures at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.
• Treats patients in his private practice located in Istanbul.
• Served in Emergency Medicine, gaining skills in trauma and wound healing.
• Maintains a clinical focus on complex reconstructive surgical techniques.

Dr. Yavuz Selim Yildirim is a facial plastic surgeon and ENT specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He holds a unique fellowship with the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is one of few Turkish physicians in this global group. Dr. Yildirim is also a Fellow of the European Board of ORL-HNS.

• Completed clinical training at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and the Cleveland Clinic.
• Treats hearing loss, sleep apnea, and complex sinus disorders.
• Performs aesthetic nose surgery, cochlear implants, and cancer operations.
• Won national prizes for research on nasal valve collapse and olfactory function.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul.

Dr. Cem Altindag is an ENT and plastic surgeon at The Nose Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 5,000 operations, focusing on nasal aesthetics and function. Dr. Altindag completed professional training across the USA, UK, Germany, and France. He serves as a member of the European Rhinoplasty Society.

• Specializes in septoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and closed nose surgery techniques.
• Served as an honorary consultant at the Royal National ENT Hospital in London.
• Treats conditions including deviated septums, nasal polyps, and adenoids.
• Works at a facility authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Health for medical tourism.

Dr. Basri Cakiroglu is an Associate Professor of Urology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in urooncology, pediatric urology, and male infertility treatment. Dr. Cakiroglu performs complex surgical interventions using the robotic da Vinci system. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic prostatectomy and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Treats conditions including varicocele, prostatitis, and polycystic kidney disease.
• Specializes in andrology, infertility, and pediatric urological care.
• Authored numerous medical articles in international and local journals.

Dr. Ali Sadioglu is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Dr. Safa Manav Clinic in Istanbul. He ranked 59th out of 10,000 candidates in the national medical specialization exam. Dr. Sadioglu specializes in complex aesthetic procedures, including deep plane facelifts and mommy makeovers.

• Holds a microsurgery certificate from the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association.
• Performs specialized techniques like Vaser liposuction and endoscopic facial surgery.
• Completed research on the long-term effects of abobotulinumtoxin A on skin.
• Works at a clinic member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Hakan Ikizoglu is a hair transplant surgeon at Dr. MED clinic in Istanbul. He has performed hair restoration procedures for over 24 years. Dr. Ikizoglu uses Safir FUE, DHI, and Hybrid techniques to treat hair loss. He also holds specialized qualifications in Health Services Management and Business Administration.

• Performs hair, beard, eyebrow, eyelash, and moustache transplantation.
• Provides PRP hair loss treatments and specialized Afro hair transplant procedures.
• Treats patients at Dr. MED, which reports a 97% client satisfaction rate.
• Expertise includes FUT, DHI, and manual follicular unit extraction methods.

Dr. Ugur Horoz is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon practicing at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He serves as a representative of Turkey for the European Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Horoz specializes in facial rejuvenation and body contouring. He completed international training as a research physician at Showa University in Japan.

• Performs high-success procedures including deep-plane facelifts and VASER liposculpture.
• Served as an assistant professor at Istanbul Aydın University Faculty of Medicine.
• Expertise in breast lifts, brow lifts, and complex fat grafting techniques.
• Works at a clinic reporting a 97% success rate for facelift surgeries.

Dr. Ibrahim Altoparlak is an ENT and plastic surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision surgery, and ear reconstruction. He received his medical degree and specialization from Ankara University. Dr. Altoparlak focuses on combining facial aesthetics with improved breathing function.

• Specialist in revision rhinoplasty to correct breathing and nasal aesthetics.
• Practices at Dr. MED, a center with a 97% success rate for facelifts.
• Trained at Ankara Hospital ENT Training Center for complex reconstructive cases.
• Performs functional ear reconstruction and rhinoseptoplasty procedures.

Dr. Cenk Acar is a urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 500 surgeries for urological cancers. He was the first doctor in Turkey to apply bipolar prostate enucleation. Dr. Acar completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Performed over 250 HOLEP procedures for benign prostate enlargement.
• Expert in intraoperative fluorescence imaging for robotic urological surgeries.
• Specializes in sentinel lymph node dissections for prostate cancer treatment.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Melih Cicek is an ENT specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He treats a variety of ear, nose, and throat conditions. His background includes service at several major Turkish medical institutions. These include Van Regional Training and Research Hospital and Yozgat State Hospital.

Dr. Cicek practices at a JCI-accredited facility. This accreditation confirms the clinic meets international safety and quality standards. The hospital features an eco-friendly design to support patient recovery. It is part of one of Turkey's largest private healthcare networks.

Dr. Derya Bingol is an award-winning plastic surgeon and co-founder of D'best Clinic in Istanbul. She performs up to 200 aesthetic operations each year. She holds the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Certificate. Dr. Bingol was named Doctor of the Year by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in mommy makeovers, breast surgery, and Vaser liposuction.
• Authored over 20 scientific works in the plastic surgery field.
• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Olcay Guler is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He manages complex bone and joint conditions within a JCI-accredited facility. Dr. Guler previously held academic roles at Altınbaş University and Medipol University. He treats patients at one of Turkey’s most active private medical centers.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Served as a specialist at Bahçelievler Medical Park and Medipol University.
• Treats a wide variety of orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Works in a facility that hosts patients from over 160 countries annually.

Dr. Anil Kubaloglu has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital. He specializes in cataract removal, keratoconus treatment, and laser vision correction. Dr. Kubaloglu has authored over 100 scientific publications in ophthalmology. He practices at a center certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

• Specializes in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and multifocal lens implants.
• Treats complex corneal conditions and presbyopia using modern surgical techniques.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the ASCRS.
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Fuzun Erdogan is a pioneer in medical aesthetics at Adem and Havva Medical Center. She was among the first professionals in Turkey to receive an official Medical Aesthetics Certificate. Dr. Erdogan specializes in hair transplants and laser-based skin rejuvenation. She holds a Certificate of Achievement from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained in aesthetic and laser technologies across Spain, France, Canada, and the US.
• Integrates nutritional health coaching with medical aesthetic treatments for beauty results.
• Served as the former lead physician at Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.
• Practices at Adem and Havva Center, which has performed over 16,000 procedures.

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss interventions, including gastric sleeve and bypass surgery. He has published research in the fields of bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Mutlu works at a JCI-accredited facility known for high surgical success rates.

• Performs endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, gastric balloon, and stomach stapling.
• Treats endocrine and proctological conditions alongside obesity cases.
• Developed clinical experience at Turkish research and training hospitals.
• Author of multiple scientific studies focused on surgical research.

Dr. Cuneyt Turkmen is a nuclear medicine specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published over 80 scientific papers on oncology and imaging. Dr. Turkmen completed a professional fellowship at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Sweden. He focuses on targeted radionuclide therapy for liver, prostate, and thyroid cancers.

• Performs radioembolization and Lutetium-177 therapy for advanced cancer cases.
• Expertise in Actinium-225 radiation and Amyloid PET scans.
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital, the first in Turkey to reach this standard.

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including transnasal tumor resection and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats a wide range of conditions like pituitary adenomas and arteriovenous malformations.
• Expertise covers both surgical oncology and reconstructive spine surgery for herniated disks.
• Provides care for pediatric neurosurgical cases including hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

Dr. Serdar Turhal is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy for breast cancer at Anadolu Medical Center. He is a member of many international oncology associations and has authored numerous articles in international publications. He specializes in prognostic factors and the therapy of malignant gastrointestinal neoplasms. To receive a consultation from Dr. Turhal, please submit a request on Bookimed.

Dr. Sinan Eroglu is an ENT and facial plastic surgeon at his private clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in ethnic and revision rhinoplasty, chin implants, and otoplasty. Dr. Eroglu holds a medical degree from Marmara University and completed an ENT internship at Basel University Hospital in Switzerland.

• Member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).
• Performs approximately 400 rhinoplasty procedures annually.
• Former instructor at the Istanbul Aydın University Medical School.
• Published researcher in journals like the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.