Best Kidney transplant doctors in Istanbul: TOP 11 doctors

Prof. Bulent Unal leads the Department of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in complex kidney transplants.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery and transplantation
• Trained in transplantation surgery at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Published extensively on liver and kidney transplantation outcomes
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists

Dr. Turunc specializes in kidney transplants, currently leading the Kidney Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 13 years of dedicated practice in kidney transplant surgeries
• Former assistant specialist at Medical Park Goztepe Hospital's transplant center
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Also experienced in liver transplant procedures

Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in kidney transplants with extensive academic and clinical experience.

• Over 15 years in transplant surgery
• Published multiple studies on renal transplant outcomes
• Member of Turkey's Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations

Renowned liver transplant expert with extensive experience at İnönü University Liver Transplant Institute – now leading Florence Nightingale Hospital's surgical oncology department.

• Specializes in complex hepatobiliary and transplant surgeries
• Published research on liver transplantation techniques
• Fellowship-trained in advanced transplantation methods
• Academic professor with surgical training leadership

• Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in kidney transplant using precise surgical techniques.
• He has international practice experience, notably in Spain and the USA.
• Recipient of the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• He is a certified general surgeon and a member of the American Society of Breast Cancer.
• Dr. Unal has been recognized for his achievements in kidney transplant procedures.

Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 20 years, including leadership roles at Johns Hopkins and Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Former Head of Organ Transplantation at Johns Hopkins Kidney Transplant Center
• Published 35+ scientific papers on organ transplant studies
• Member of Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordinators Association
• Specializes in both living and deceased donor kidney transplants

Prof. Dinckan has performed over 5,000 kidney transplants, including 350 pediatric cases. He leads the Organ Transplant Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Performs simultaneous multi-organ transplants – 14 liver-kidney and 74 pancreas-kidney cases
• Director of Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center
• Trained at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's leading transplant centers
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Specializes in kidney transplantation with extensive training in hepatobiliary surgery and organ transplants. Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialization in General Surgery at Pamukkale University
• Clinical Fellow at Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Assistant Professor at Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices

• Dr. Abuzer Dirican specializes in kidney transplantation procedures.
• Performs kidney transplants using minimally invasive surgery, laparoscopic techniques, and robotic-assisted procedures.
• International training includes the United States, focusing on surgical oncology and organ transplantation.
• Recognized with awards, such as the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• Member of multiple professional societies, including the Turkish Surgery Association and Liver Transplantation Association.
• Offers remote consultations for kidney transplant patients, enhancing accessibility.
• Fluent in English, providing care for international patients.

Education and Expertise

1996-2002 – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education

2003-2009 – Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery – Specialization Training

Experience

2009-2011 – Yüksekova State Hospital, Compulsory Service

2011-2012 – Van/Özalp, 6th Border Regiment, Military Service

2012-2018 – Baskent University Istanbul Health Application and Research Center Hospital

2018-2022 – Istanbul Aydın University Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center Hospital

Courses and Certificates

Selim Anorectal Diseases Course, Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association, Istanbul, 17.12.2016 (National)

Training Program on Istanbul Protocol, Practitioner Training, Van, 06.11.2009-07.11.2009 (International)

Burn Course, Ankara Surgery Association, Başkent University, Ankara, 11.04.2009 (National)

Gazi Hernia Days, Hernia Course, Gazi University, Ankara, 18.10.2008-19.10.2008 (National)

Innovations in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Ankara Breast Diseases Association, Ankara, 22.03.

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in kidney transplants, with extensive experience in both adult and pediatric cases. He has contributed significantly to the field through research and surgical innovation.

• Over 20 published articles on kidney transplant and general surgery
• Expert in hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy
• Academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital