Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 23

Dr. Kinyas Dusunmez is a hair transplant specialist in Istanbul. He has performed over 5,000 successful restoration procedures. He specializes in Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) for precise graft placement. Dr. Dusunmez focuses on dense, natural results and high graft survival rates.

• Limits the number of daily procedures to ensure quality care.
• Specializes in DHI and PRP hair loss treatments.
• Offers personalized planning from hairline design through implantation.
• Works at ISO-certified Adem and Havva Medical Center.

Dr. Tamer Cakar is a dentist at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in aesthetic dentistry, endodontics, and dental jewelry. He formerly served as Deputy Chief Physician at the Acibadem Hospital Dental Clinic. Dr. Cakar earned his MD from Aegean University.

• Specializes in veneers, smile makeovers, and root canal treatments.
• Founder of ActGrillz Dental Jewelry Atelier, creating decorative gold and silver covers.
• Served as the Army Chief Physician Dentist.
• Completed specialized training in endodontic and aesthetic dentistry.

Dr. Baris Demiriz is a general and bariatric surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic weight loss procedures and obesity treatment. Dr. Demiriz earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He completed his surgical residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Performs gastric sleeve surgery at a clinic with a 97% success rate.
• Works at a center treating 4,500+ patients annually from Europe and the USA.
• Maintains membership in the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Veysel Ozcan is a specialist in aesthetic and holistic medicine in Istanbul. He blends cosmetic treatments with Turkish Ministry of Health-certified wellness therapies. Dr. Ozcan has served as Chief Physician at a state hospital. He operates a private practice in Bakırköy focusing on non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

• Certified in Mesotherapy, Phytotherapy, Cupping, and Ozone Therapy.
• Former Chairman of hospital committees for Infection, Quality, and Patient Safety.
• Performs stem cell rejuvenation, Botox injections, and 8-point biological lifting.
• Provides vitamin infusions and PRP treatments for hair loss.

Dr. Ahmet Nadir Tosyali is a pediatric surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He holds the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate. Dr. Tosyali treats complex conditions like Wilms tumor, neuroblastoma, and spina bifida. He provides care at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Specializes in neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, and oncological procedures.
• Completed training in anorectal malformations and international hypospadias repair.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.
• Works at a Top 10 world hospital according to MTQUA rankings.

Dr. Bulent Unal is a transplant and general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in liver and kidney transplantation alongside surgical oncology. Dr. Unal gained a Certificate of Outstanding Achievement in Liver Transplantation. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Surgical Oncology Association.

• Recipient of the AACR Scholar-in-Training Award for his work in breast cancer research.
• Performs complex organ transplants and oncological surgeries for adults and children.
• Member of the American Society of Breast Cancer and the Turkish Surgery Association.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international medical tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Duygu Tez is an ophthalmologist at Adem and Havva Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in cataract surgery, LASIK, and oculoplastic procedures. Dr. Tez completed training at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital. She holds a master's degree in healthcare management from Beykent University.

• Performs specialized treatments for glaucoma, strabismus, and retinal diseases.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Published research on astigmatism and eyelid reconstruction in international medical journals.
• Completed retinal and corneal surgical training at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Dr. Erdem Turemen is an endocrinologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He has authored over 25 national and international medical publications. Dr. Turemen treats diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disorders. He also manages complex diseases of the pituitary and adrenal glands.

• Specializes in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management.
• Treats endocrine-related cancers including thyroid and adrenal tumors.
• Performs thyroid biopsies and subtotal thyroidectomy procedures.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a Top 10 global hospital by MTQUA.

Dr. Yavuz Kamil Bardak is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He won the Troutman Award for his research on laser thermal keratoplasty. Dr. Bardak treats cataract and performs complex lens replacements. He completed a fellowship at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for oxidative stress research.
• Received the Best Paper Award at the 28th National Congress of EOD.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL and multifocal lens implants.
• Works at a TÜV NORD-certified clinic that treats 66,000 patients annually.

The doctor has a robust background in oculoplastic surgery, having completed a medical degree at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. She further specialized in ophthalmology at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital, where she trained from 2011 to 2016 and continued further training until 2019. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Dr. Ufuk Ozkaya is an orthopedist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology. Dr. Ozkaya serves as a lead physician at his current facility. He previously held administrative and education leadership roles at GOP Taksim Hospital. His training includes service at specialized centers like Baltalimani Bone Diseases Hospital.

• Specializes in traumatology and corrective orthopedic surgeries.
• Served as the Education and Administrative Officer at Taksim Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Expertise spans pediatric orthopedics and complex adult musculoskeletal injuries.

Dr. Baha Toygar has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He is the co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society. The clinic is certified by TÜV NORD and treats 66,000 patients every year. Dr. Toygar specializes in cataract, presbyopia, and laser eye treatments.

• Serves as an international certified instructor for phakic IOLs and intracorneal rings.
• Selected as a moderator for premium lens symposiums at the ESCRS.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and performs ReLEx SMILE and LASIK.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Karacaoglu previously served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA. He specializes in endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis techniques.

• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 40 research papers and contributed to five international medical books.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which follows US clinical safety standards.

Dr. Firat Ozer is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in facial rejuvenation and complex breast surgery. Dr. Ozer previously served at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, a prestigious Turkish training institution. He works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir, which treats patients from 92 countries.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, and rhinoplasty.
• Expertise in breast augmentation, reduction, and lift procedures.
• Expert in septoplasty for correcting deviated septums and breathing issues.
• Practices at a hospital with 15,000+ successful IVF and transplant procedures.

Dr. Tugba Akin Telli is a medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She completed clinical research fellowships at Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium. Dr. Telli also gained experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. She focuses on chemotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer patients.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Performs PET-MRI and immunohistochemistry for precise cancer diagnosis.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Istanbul.
• Treats patients using protocols from top European and American cancer centers.

Dr. Gökhan Temiz is a nephrologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 scientific publications in international journals. This makes him one of Turkey's most published experts in kidney transplantation. Dr. Temiz specializes in chronic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis. He completed training at Munich Technical University in Germany.

• Specializes in kidney transplantation and dialysis management.
• Treats acute renal failure and complex glomerular diseases.
• Member of the European Renal Association (ERA–EDTA).
• Sits on the Clinical Journal of Translation Turkey Committee.

Dr. Haluk Duman is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors. Dr. Duman completed a high-level fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex hand and maxillofacial conditions.

• Published over 60 scientific papers on micro-surgery and aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Expert in breast reconstruction, melanoma surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.