Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 29

Dr. Ali Ersen is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He focused on orthopedic care at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine for over a decade. Dr. Ersen is a member of the European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow.

• Specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal trauma and orthopedic conditions.
• Maintains professional membership in the Turkish Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.
• Completed his medical residency at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility featuring 19 operating rooms and AI-driven imaging.

Dr. Hasan Fevzi Batirel is a thoracic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He treats diseases of the chest, including the lungs, esophagus, and chest wall. Dr. Batirel previously served as Deputy Clinic Chief at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Hospital. He also held a long-term academic role at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. His work is supported by Memorial Ataşehir's JCI accreditation for safety and quality.

• Specializes in complex thoracic surgery and respiratory conditions.
• Held leadership roles at major Turkish training and research hospitals.
• Practices at a hospital with 99% success rates in major transplants.
• Works at a facility recognized for international treatment standards.

Dr. Hidayet Demir is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery. Dr. Demir completed a beating‑heart coronary bypass fellowship at the Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospital in London. He specializes in aortic surgery and robotic cardiovascular procedures.

• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).
• Former CEO and Medical Director at City Health Group.
• Served as an Assistant Professor at Okan University Hospital.
• Trained in aortic arch surgery and minimally invasive techniques.

Dr. Mursit Dincer is a gastroenterological surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is a PhD specialist in molecular oncology. Dr. Dincer served as the responsible physician for a major liver transplantation unit. He completed surgical training at Oxford and Leiden University transplant centers.

• Specializes in gastroenterological surgery and multiorgan procurement.
• Maintains memberships in the ERAS Society and the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Completed a subspecialty in gastroenterological surgery and liver transplant training.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Ibrahim Ziyal is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in skull base tumors, pituitary surgery, and cerebrovascular conditions. Dr. Ziyal served as the Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University for over a decade. He completed clinical research fellowships at George Washington University and the São Paulo Institute.

• Expert in surgical treatment for aneurysms, AVMs, and cavernomas.
• Former Founding Head of Neurosurgery at Abant İzzet Baysal University.
• Trained in pituitary surgery at the University of Göttingen in Germany.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and EANS.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a specialist in physical medicine, pain medicine, and neurology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. Dr. Cakar completed training at Harvard Medical School in brain stimulation techniques. He treats chronic pain and neurological conditions using electrodiagnostic neurology.

• Published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Obtained specialized training in Electrodiagnostic Neurology from Marmara University.
• Member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features AI-supported imaging and hybrid operating rooms.

Dr. Akin Akakin is a neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in lateral microsurgical approaches for lumbar disc surgery. He holds a Doctorate in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy from Florida University. Dr. Akakin also completed a fellowship at the same institution.

• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and complex cerebrovascular diseases.
• Treats brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and pituitary adenomas.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Works at NP Istanbul, the first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Ertan Sagbas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on robotic heart surgery using the Da Vinci system and port access techniques. Dr. Sagbas has a background in international care. He practiced at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium. He currently serves as a professor at Istanbul Bilim University.

• Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and aortic procedures.
• Performs complex valve repairs and arrhythmia surgery.
• Treats aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Abuzer Dirican is a transplant surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 1,000 liver transplants. Dr. Dirican focuses on oncology, general surgery, and kidney transplants. He served as a scientist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

• Earned a Certificate of Excellence for completing 1,000 liver transplants.
• Winner of the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• Member of the Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association.
• Treats liver cancer, kidney cancer, and polycystic kidney disease.

Dr. Halil Erdis is a general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in hepatobiliary surgery and organ transplantation. He is an expert in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants. Dr. Erdis also performs laparoscopic and oncological surgeries for complex diseases.

• Served as an Assistant Professor at Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for health tourism.

Dr. Neslihan Demirci is a hair transplant surgeon at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. She has led over 2,500 successful hair transplant procedures. Dr. Demirci serves as the Head of the Hair Transplant Team. Her practice focuses on individualized planning and natural-looking results. She works with patients from Canada, the United States, and Europe.

• Specializes in advanced hair transplantation techniques.
• Maintains strict medical safety and hygiene standards in the operating room.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Plans every case individually to ensure aesthetic precision.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Mesut Polat is an obstetrician and gynecologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gynecological oncology surgery and treating conditions like cervical cancer. Dr. Polat works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high treatment safety standards.

• Serves as a specialist at the Memorial Ataşehir Gynecological Oncology Surgery Center.
• Completed specialized training at the Medeniyet University Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at a clinic within a medical group boasting a 99% transplant success rate.
• Treats patients at a facility ranked for quality by the Joint Commission International.

Dr. Ozlem Cholak is the Head of Plastic Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on microsurgery, breast reconstruction, and body reshaping. Dr. Cholak graduated among the top three students from Kocaeli University. She has led humanitarian surgical missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan.

• Invented a patented therapeutic apparatus for ingrown toenails.
• Won second prize at the AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium.
• Specializes in complex breast surgery and facial aesthetics.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital treating 300,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Halil Er is a general and transplant surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is an associate professor with over 1,500 kidney transplant cases in his clinical background. Dr. Er specializes in both liver and kidney transplant surgery. He previously served as a clinical research fellow at the Florence Nightingale Clinic.

• Member of the Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations of Turkey.
• Published 10 articles in SCI-Expanded journals on transplant outcomes and mortality.
• Successfully performed maple syrup urine disease liver transplants.
• Treats patients at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Sami Sokucu is a senior orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic oncology and complex bone trauma. He is a certified member of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Dr. Sokucu treats diverse conditions like scoliosis, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

• Performs specialized hip and ankle arthroscopy procedures.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.
• Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association since 2014.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Bora Basaran is a specialist in head and neck oncology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology – a title earned by passing the European ENT proficiency exam. Dr. Basaran holds the rank of Associate Professor. He treats complex cases involving salivary gland and thyroid tumors.

• Specializes in head and neck reconstruction and transoral laser microsurgery.
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery and procedures for laryngeal polyps.
• Treats conditions like sleep apnea, deviated septums, and nasal polyps.
• Member of the European Head and Neck Society (EHNS).

Dr. Ahmet Mutlu is an ENT specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He holds European Board certification in Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Mutlu also earned a Master’s degree in Audiology to treat speech and voice disorders. He completed specialized training at the Portmann Institute in France.

• Holds National ENT Board certification.
• Completed specialized schools in Otology-Neurotology and Laryngology.
• Expertise Includes microsurgery and phoniatrics.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology.