Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 6

Dr. Serdar Aslan is a Professor of Hematology. He is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Hematology at Medstar Antalya Hospital and Memorial Antalya Hospital. He served at Dokuz Eylül University from 1998 to 2024. He was a visiting physician in Hematology and the Blood Bank at Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital from 1997 to 1998.

He directed the Blood Center and Apheresis Unit at Dokuz Eylül University from 1998 to 2022. He is on the editorial board of Transfusion and Apheresis Science. He was Vice President of the World Apheresis Association from 2016 to 2018. He was President of the Turkish Society of Apheresis from 2014 to 2018. He has been a Board Member and Treasurer of the Turkish Society of Hematology since 2021. He has 263 peer-reviewed publications, including 118 SCI-indexed papers. His work has 4,815 citations and an H-index of 22. He has been an invited speaker at 120 congresses. He is a member of ASH and the European Mantle Cell Lymphoma Network.

Dr. Mustafa Kurklu is an orthopedic and traumatology surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in traumatology, orthopedics, and hand transplantation. Dr. Kurklu has published over 70 scientific papers on his clinical findings. He serves as the Head of the Hand Transplantation Department at a prestigious medical academy.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at a university in the USA.
• Treats complex musculoskeletal conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Previously served as an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

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. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir is an orthopedist and bone tumor specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked center for orthopedics in the United States. Dr. Ozdemir focuses on orthopedic oncology and complex trauma surgery.

• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society.
• Treats bone and soft tissue tumors, including sarcoma and chondrosarcoma.
• Performs joint replacements, arthroscopic surgeries, and stem cell therapy.
• Authored over 15 international and national medical publications.

Dr. Neslihan Cebe is a dentist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic in Istanbul. She graduated with honors from the Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Cebe focuses on aesthetic dental treatments and personalized smile design. She performs a range of restorative and surgical procedures with a reassuring approach.

• Specializes in composite and porcelain laminates, E-max veneers, and zirconium crowns.
• Performs specialized dental procedures including gingivectomy and surgical tooth extractions.
• Provides root canal treatments, aesthetic fillings, and professional teeth whitening.
• Practices at a clinic holding JCI and TEMOS international healthcare accreditations.

Dr. Salim Salimov is a hair transplant surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in restorative hair procedures and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Salimov integrates regenerative techniques like stem cell therapy into his practice. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its environmentally friendly design.

• Performs DHI hair transplantation and eyebrow restoration.
• Certified in dermal fillers, Botox applications, and stem cell areas.
• Provides exosome therapy and hair mesotherapy for hair loss.
• Trained at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Kamil Yalcin Polat has performed 3,000+ organ transplantations at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He leads the Organ Transplantation Center in Istanbul. Dr. Polat completed fellowships at Mount Sinai and Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York. He is an expert in both liver and kidney transplants.

• Performed over 2,000 liver transplants and 1,000 kidney transplants.
• Serves as Vice President of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Society.
• Former founder of the Organ Transplantation Center at Atatürk University.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a transplant surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He focuses on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. He completed a clinical fellowship in organ transplantation at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Karademir has also conducted research with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

• Serves as the general surgery department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former head of Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.
• Active member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.
• Performs Whipple surgery and robotic cholecystectomy for complex cases.

Dr. Mehmet Emre Ustundag is an ENT professor and head and neck surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like larynx cancer, sleep apnea, and chronic sinusitis. Dr. Ustundag trained at Stanford University in laryngology and sleep apnea surgery. He also completed clinical training in Germany and Ireland. He has published 47 international articles with nearly 800 citations. Dr. Ustundag serves patients at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Specializes in head and neck oncology, rhinoplasty, and septoplasty.
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery and vocal cord injections.
• Member of the German and Turkish societies of otorhinolaryngology.
• Works at a clinic ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

Dr. Pelin Tas graduated from Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine in 2013. Then, she was admitted to receive Psychiatry Specialization Training at Trakya University in 2014 and completed her speciality training in 2018. She worked as an assistant in the field of Psychiatry at Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine between 2014-2018. She then served as a Psychiatrist at Adiyaman Besni State Hospital(2019-2020), Gaziantep Private Deva Hospital and Gaziantep Private Hatem Hospital (2020-2022).

Dr. Pelin Tas is currently employed at Private Moodist Hospital.

Dr. Yasar Kutukcu is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He completed training at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Kutukcu specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and movement disorder treatments. He treats complex cases involving Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and tremors.

• Expert in neurophysiology, botulinum toxin applications, and sleep disorders.
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society.
• Manages epilepsy, dementia, and neuromuscular diseases.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Tahir Ozturk is an orthopedist and traumatologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He treats complex musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, and degenerative joint conditions. Dr. Ozturk previously served as an academic at Istinye University and Gaziosmanpaşa University. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its focus on orthopedic safety and quality.

• Completed training in microsurgery, hand surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Expertise in surgical treatment of pelvis-acetabulum fractures and bone defects.
• Focuses on ankle and knee arthroscopy alongside external fixation techniques.
• Maintains clinical knowledge through regular participation in international orthopedic trauma courses.

Dr. Serkan Orhan is an experienced otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon. He has 25 years of practice, focusing on rhinoplasty and advanced ENT procedures. Dr. Orhan has performed over 5,500 treatments. His expertise includes cochlear implant placement, septoplasty, nasal polyp surgery, embolization for epistaxis, and prosthetic ear and nose surgeries.

Dr. Orhan is a faculty member at the University of Istanbul. He completed his residency at the ORL Department of Radboud University in the Netherlands. He also attended advanced courses at the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London. His international training highlights his dedication to his field.

Dr. Veysel Sal is a professor and gynecologic oncology surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in the surgical treatment of female reproductive system cancers. Dr. Sal treats complex gynecological conditions in Istanbul. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its superior safety standards.

• Specializes in obstetric care and gynecological oncology surgery.
• Served as a specialist at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at a clinic holding ISO and JCI quality certificates.
• Focuses on surgical oncology treatments for varied gynecological conditions.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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. Erman Aytac is a professor of surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in colorectal surgery, digestive oncology, and inflammatory bowel diseases. Dr. Aytac completed a prestigious fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Diseases Institute.

• Published over 150 scientific articles in international medical journals.
• Authored over 40 articles in national surgery journals.
• Winner of the Best Presentation Award from the American College of Surgeons.
• Holds European Board of Surgery Qualification in Coloproctology (EBSQ-c).

Dr. Eyup Veli Kucuk is a urology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He holds certifications in robotic surgery and kidney transplantation. Dr. Kucuk completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He later finished his urology residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Completed an andrology fellowship program to treat male reproductive health.
• Member of the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology.
• Maintains membership in the Eurasian Urooncology Association and Robotic Surgery Association.
• Works at a facility equipped with da Vinci XI robotic surgery technology.

Dr. Semih Tiber Mentese is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He has extensive international training. Dr. Mentese completed medical exchange programs and observerships in Romania, Spain, Italy, Denmark, and Greece. He works at a JCI-accredited university hospital holding ISO quality certification.

• Specializes in complex breast surgery, including lifts and augmentations with implants.
• Performs cosmetic facial rejuvenation and abdominal wall reconstructions.
• Authored over 15 presentations on topics like hand anomalies and nerve grafts.
• Completed microsurgery training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Murat Akkus is a Professor of Pediatric Gastroenterology practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric hepatology, nutrition, and digestive disorders in children. He served as a visiting scholar at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Akkus previously headed the Department of Pediatrics at İnönü University.

• Published over 170 articles in international journals and 70 in national journals.
• Served as the editor of seven medical books.
• Authored 28 book chapters focusing on pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition.
• Winner of multiple Outstanding Achievement Awards from İnönü University.