CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 14

Dr. Erkancakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a recipient of the Turkish Thoracic Society national lung health award. Dr. Erkancakir serves as a board member of the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association. He specializes in childhood asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.

• Earned over 20 national and international awards for pediatric respiratory research.
• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures for infants and children.
• Treats complex conditions like tuberculosis and chronic respiratory tract infections.
• Collaborates with Boston Children's Hospital through Liv Hospital's international partnership.

Dr. Binnur Simsek is a gastroenterology specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. She focuses on complex liver conditions, including cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and liver transplantation. Dr. Simsek holds expertise in treating viral hepatitis (B, C, and Delta) and hepatocellular carcinoma. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility that serves as a center of excellence for endoscopy and colorectal surgery.

• Specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
• Uses diagnostic tools including videocapsule endoscopy and Fibroscan.
• Treats functional gastrointestinal disorders and malabsorption syndromes such as celiac disease.
• Member of the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedics and traumatology at Estophia Hospital. He uses CT scans to evaluate complex bone conditions and spine disorders.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology since 2010
• Completed a clinical spine surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Expertise includes surgical treatment for musculoskeletal tumors and complex vertebral fractures
• Published over 35 international peer-reviewed articles on orthopedic surgery and bone health
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Medical Association

Dr. Sultan Kavrut specializes in gynecological health at Medistate Hospital. She uses high-precision CT scans to guide surgical decisions for complex reproductive conditions.

• Trained at the Zeynep Kamil Institute – a major center for obstetrics and gynecology
• Follows international safety protocols at the JCI-accredited Medistate Hospital Istanbul
• Coordinates medical plans for patients with endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome
• Focuses on surgical oncology including the Wertheim-Meigs operation for cervical cancer
• Performs myomectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy for uterine fibroids

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in the field of neurosurgery, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques for treating complex brain and spinal disorders. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has performed numerous successful surgeries, contributing significantly to the field through innovative approaches and patient-centered care.

Graduated from a prestigious medical school and completed rigorous residency and fellowship programs. The doctor is board-certified and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, sharing insights and advancements in neurosurgical procedures.

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a fellowship-trained spine and orthopedic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He uses CT scans to plan complex musculoskeletal surgeries and joint replacements.

• Completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Specializes in arthroscopy – using small cameras and imaging for minimally invasive joint repair
• Expertise includes correcting bone deformities and managing complex skeletal fractures
• Former lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine training future surgeons
• Performs advanced reconstructions for ACL injuries and Achilles tendon repairs

Professor Tolga Akman leads urological care at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He uses CT scans to plan complex surgeries for kidney and bladder cancers.

• Specializes in oncological urology – treats cancers of the prostate and urinary system
• Performs laparoscopic urology – minimally invasive surgery for faster patient recovery
• Corrects pediatric conditions – treats reflux issues where urine flows toward kidneys
• Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital – trains other surgeons in urological techniques
• Expert in laparoscopic nephrectomy – removes kidney tumors through small incisions

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.