Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 5

Dr. Cengiz Yaylaci is a hair transplant surgeon at Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 20,000 procedures during his career. Dr. Yaylaci pioneered oxygenated therapy for hair restoration in Turkey. This technique reduces pain and speeds up recovery for patients.

• Supervises experienced specialists performing a minimum of 500 transplants monthly.
• Developed a unique oxygenated system for minimal scarring and natural results.
• Performed previous surgical roles at prestigious institutions like Acibadem Hospital.
• Treats patients at a clinic with a 99% success rate for transplants.

Dr. Fatih Algan is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Dr. Safa Manav Clinic in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. This distinction confirms he meets the highest European surgical standards. Dr. Algan specializes in body contouring and facial rejuvenation.

• Expertise includes rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, facelifts, and liposuction.
• Accredited by the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Graduated from the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a private clinic focused on adult aesthetic medicine and cosmetology.

Dr. Murad Çeltik is a urologist and andrologist at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a research fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Çeltik holds specialized training in andrology from Istanbul University. He focuses on male sexual health and complex urological surgeries.

• Performs microsurgical varicocele repair and MicroTESE for male infertility.
• Treats erectile dysfunction using EDSWT shock wave therapy and penile implants.
• Uses Greenlight laser and Plasmakinetic techniques for prostate surgery.
• Treats bladder cancer and ureteral stones using endoscopic surgical methods.

Dr. Sabri Demircan is a cardiologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has provided cardiovascular care since 1998 across leading Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Demircan previously served as a cardiology specialist at Florence Nightingale Hospital. He also held a long-term clinical role at Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine.

He practices at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation. This accreditation confirms that the facility meets rigorous US-based healthcare safety standards. The hospital serves patients from over 160 countries. It is known for high success rates in complex clinical cases.

Dr. Hamdi Er is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. He completed fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital and the Doheny Eye Institute. Dr. Er specializes in retinal transplantation and vision correction surgery. He works at a hospital treating 62,000 eye patients annually.

• Clinical training at University of California San Diego and Baylor College of Medicine.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants.
• Specialized in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and keratoplasty.

Dr. Harun Kaya is a hair transplant specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats patients experiencing hair loss and thinning. Dr. Kaya completed his medical training at Istanbul Okan University. He previously served as a technician at Rizza Hair Clinic in Kosovo.

• Works at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Served as a hair transplant specialist at Emsey Hospital.
• Specifies in hair restoration and surgical hair transplantation.
• Treats international patients at a facility serving 10,000+ people annually.

Dr. Cagatay Saim Tezel is a Professor of Thoracic Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in esophageal surgery and lung transplantation. Dr. Tezel completed international training as an observer at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society.
• Former instructor for thoracic surgery at Yeditepe University.
• Award-winning thesis advisor recognized by the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Nezih Ozkan is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has held senior clinical roles at premier Turkish and European institutions. Dr. Ozkan previously worked as a neurosurgery specialist at Zurich University Hospital in Switzerland. He also served as the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Abant İzzet Baysal University.

• Former Neurosurgery Clinic Chief at Bezmialem Foundation Gureba Training Hospital.
• Served as a lecturer and specialist at Acıbadem University Atakent Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Provides care at a center with specialized neurosurgery and robotic surgery units.

Dr. Ela Araz Server is an Associate Professor of ENT and Head and Neck Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. She treats conditions of the ear, nose, and throat with a focus on surgical interventions. Dr. Server previously held senior surgical roles at Istinye University Liv Hospital and Florence Nightingale Hospital. She works at a JCI-accredited facility, the first in Turkey to achieve this international safety standard.

• Specializes in ear, nose, throat, and head and neck surgical diseases.
• Maintains an Associate Professor rank in her clinical and academic work.
• Trained at Istanbul Education and Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Şişli, which serves patients from over 160 countries.

Dr. Fevzi Akkan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved a national milestone by performing the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey. Dr. Akkan specializes in retinal treatments and cataract surgery using multifocal lens implants. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Winner of the TOD Best Surgical Video Award for his groundbreaking surgical work.
• Performs laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE procedures.
• Treats complex retinal conditions and provides comprehensive eye examinations.
• Works at ISO-certified Dunyagoz Hospital, which treats 66,000 patients every year.

Dr. Mert Tanal is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He earned the European Board of Surgery Qualification (EBSQ), a prestigious professional standard in Europe. Dr. Tanal is an active member of the American College of Surgeons.

• Completed robotic surgery training at IRCAD in Strasbourg.
• Authored over 35 articles in international and national medical journals.
• Holds specialized certification in breast surgery from SENATURK.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, the first hospital in Turkey to receive this quality mark.

Dr. Tamer Aksoy is a nuclear medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in PET/CT examinations and radionuclide therapies. Dr. Aksoy completed clinical research as an observer at the Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam. He holds the title of Associate Professor.

• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.
• Expert in PET/CT imaging using Gallium 68 for precise diagnostics.
• Focuses on radionuclide therapy for oncology patients.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation for safety and quality.

Dr. Cagatay Cetinkaya is a breast and thoracic surgeon at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He treats conditions requiring surgical intervention within the chest and breast areas. Dr. Cetinkaya previously served as the Chief Physician at Bilecik Golpazari State Hospital. He completed his clinical research training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in thoracic surgery and breast surgery procedures.
• Was the lead physician at a state medical facility in Bilecik.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Practices within a medical group that reports a 90% organ transplant success rate.

Dr. Abdulsamet Kundakcioglu is a maxillofacial surgeon at Dentavie Istanbul Dental Clinic. He specializes in orthognathic surgery and dental implant procedures. Dr. Kundakcioglu earned his PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Istanbul University. He focuses on complex cases like jaw cysts and maxillofacial traumas.

• Participated in the Orthognathic Surgery Symposium at the Royal College of London.
• Completed specialized training on custom-made implants in Brussels.
• Member of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Works at an ITI- and AAO-affiliated center treating 3,600+ patients annually.

Dr. Merve Karli is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She has performed over 1,000 operations for hernias, breast diseases, and anorectal conditions. Dr. Karli trained at Eskisehir Osmangazi University and Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. She holds official certifications to perform endoscopic procedures.

• Specializes in laparoscopic and open hernia repair, including umbilical and incisional cases.
• Performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and PEG insertion for diagnostic and therapeutic needs.
• Treats benign anorectal diseases and manages complex breast disease cases.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

• Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
• Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
• Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
• Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Duran Cekic is a plastic surgeon at Adem and Havva Medical Center in Istanbul. He won a national award for his research on stem cell differentiation in fat tissues. Dr. Cekic specializes in rhinoplasty, facial aesthetics, and regenerative medicine. He graduated from Erciyes University and completed his surgical residency at Mersin University.

• Awarded third place at the 40th National Congress of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Performs procedures including facelifts, breast reconstruction, and chin liposuction.
• Completed specialized training in closed atraumatic rhinoplasty and upper extremity blocks.
• Works at a clinic that has performed over 16,000 plastic surgery interventions.

Dr. Nuvit Sarimurat is a pediatric surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in surgical care for children and infants. Dr. Sarimurat previously served as a lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. He also practiced at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital abroad.

• Performs specialized pediatric surgeries at a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Treats patients at a facility with over 90 departments.
• Collaborates with a clinic that serves patients from 167 countries.
• Works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI certification.

Dr. Elif Nurhak Erdal is a dentist and prosthetist at KLİNİKEN in Istanbul. She led domestic training for Ultradent and Kerrhawe brands in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Erdal specializes in Hollywood Smile makeovers, zirconia crowns, and porcelain veneers. She has provided dental care and technical consulting since 1999.

• Organized aesthetic dentistry courses for local and international dental professionals.
• Served as a lecturer at the Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry.
• Expert in laser teeth whitening and complex root canal treatments.
• Member of the Istanbul Dentists Chamber Health Tourism Commission.

Dr. Derda Ozer is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in ocular oncology and surgical retina treatments. Dr. Ozer has published over 35 research papers in journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology. He focus on imaging and new treatments for vascular eye diseases.

• Completed the ICO-STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreo-retina.
• Treats complex conditions like uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment.
• Performs vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Practice is based at a government-authorized center for international health tourism.