Basic check-up Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydin specializes in endocrine health and basic check-ups at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Her screenings focus on the early detection of chronic internal diseases.

• Performs specialized health screenings to identify endocrine and metabolic disorders
• Provides oncological check-ups to find early signs of cancer in men and women
• Interprets abdominal ultrasound and lung function tests for clinical diagnosis
• Conducts heart check-ups using laboratory tests and lipid profiles
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, a top Turkish medical school

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology and arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Ucar completed residency training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He also underwent electrophysiology training at Lübeck Hospital in Germany.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and complex carotid stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşe Sinangil is a nephrologist with expertise in kidney failure. She has authored 30 international publications. She has also presented at 19 international scientific meetings.

Dr. Sinangil graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her specialization at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. In 2012, she finished a minor specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Nephrology, ERA, and EDTA. Dr. Sinangil is dedicated to ongoing professional development in nephrology.

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Ugur Aferin is a urological surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic and minimally invasive urological surgery. Dr. Aferin is a published researcher on mitochondrial DNA as a prostate cancer biomarker. He performs complex procedures including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.
• Treats conditions ranging from erectile dysfunction to localized prostate cancer.
• Co-authored research on urodynamic curve patterns in the journal Urology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Breket Manzar is an internal medicine specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He provides medical check-ups for men, women, and children. Dr. Manzar earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

• Specializes in preventative screenings and body composition analysis.
• Performs premium, basic, heart, and oncological check-up packages.
• Member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic is a gastroenterologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and complex liver disorders. Dr. Bilgic completed specialized endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He also finished a training course on ERCP at the Olympus Training Center in Germany.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, and stomach resection.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus and chronic pancreatitis.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center.
• Maintains a Google Scholar H-index of 10 for his research in gastroenterology.

Dr. Esra Demir is an internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials on Type 2 diabetes treatments. Dr. Demir specializes in managing irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid diseases, and diabetes lifestyle changes. She works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with interventional radiology and robotic systems.

• Led research for cardiovascular outcomes of Semaglutide in diabetic patients.
• Assisted in the SCALE Insulin study for overweight patients with Type 2 diabetes.
• Treats metabolic conditions including anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and adrenal adenomas.
• Performs specialized treatments such as intravenous vitamin C therapy.

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Prof. Dr. Muslum Sahin is a cardiologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology, treating conditions like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. He is a member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club and the Turkish Cardiology Association.

• Performs complex procedures including radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and aneurysm coiling.
• Provides specialized care for carotid angioplasty, stenting, and coronary angiography.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.
• Expertise includes managing hypertension, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Specializations

RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney)

Open-Closed Prostate Surgeries

Urological Cancer Surgeries

Urinary Incontinence Treatment

Infertility Treatment

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış is a professor of urological surgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the Secretary General of the Endourology Society. Dr. Atış trained in robotic urology at the Heidelberg University Heilbronn Clinic. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and urological oncology.

• Published over 100 articles in international and peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Treats complex conditions including pediatric urolithiasis, urethral strictures, and Peyronie's disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acıbadem, which utilizes the da Vinci robotic system.