58 Best Surgery Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Murat Yaman is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 rhinoplasties and 1,500 breast enlargements. Dr. Yaman also completed 500 facelifts and 1,000 liposuction procedures using VASER technology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in tummy tucks, body contouring, and facial feminization surgery.
• Treats 500–600 patients each year for cosmetic and reconstructive needs.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reconstructive, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Association of Emergency Hand and Microsurgery.

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including transnasal tumor resection and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats a wide range of conditions like pituitary adenomas and arteriovenous malformations.
• Expertise covers both surgical oncology and reconstructive spine surgery for herniated disks.
• Provides care for pediatric neurosurgical cases including hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Cenk Acar is a urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 500 surgeries for urological cancers. He was the first doctor in Turkey to apply bipolar prostate enucleation. Dr. Acar completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Performed over 250 HOLEP procedures for benign prostate enlargement.
• Expert in intraoperative fluorescence imaging for robotic urological surgeries.
• Specializes in sentinel lymph node dissections for prostate cancer treatment.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Basri Cakiroglu is an Associate Professor of Urology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in urooncology, pediatric urology, and male infertility treatment. Dr. Cakiroglu performs complex surgical interventions using the robotic da Vinci system. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic prostatectomy and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Treats conditions including varicocele, prostatitis, and polycystic kidney disease.
• Specializes in andrology, infertility, and pediatric urological care.
• Authored numerous medical articles in international and local journals.

Dr. Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in spinal diseases and arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Bayram earned his medical degree from the prestigious Marmara University. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal fractures. Hisar Hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting high safety and treatment standards.

• Expert in minimally invasive knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for herniated discs and canal stenosis.
• Treats orthopedic trauma and developmental hip dysplasia.

Dr. Ali Sadioglu is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Dr. Safa Manav Clinic in Istanbul. He ranked 59th out of 10,000 candidates in the national medical specialization exam. Dr. Sadioglu specializes in complex aesthetic procedures, including deep plane facelifts and mommy makeovers.

• Holds a microsurgery certificate from the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association.
• Performs specialized techniques like Vaser liposuction and endoscopic facial surgery.
• Completed research on the long-term effects of abobotulinumtoxin A on skin.
• Works at a clinic member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified OB-GYN and Genital Cosmetic Surgeon in Istanbul. She specializes in robotic surgery and women's aesthetic procedures. Dr. Ozbasli practiced as an academician at Acıbadem University for 12 years. She is also ECFMG-accredited for medical practice in the United States.

• Certified da Vinci System Console Surgeon since 2013 for robotic procedures.
• Expertise in over 10,000 managed pregnancies and complex gynecologic surgeries.
• Performs specialized aesthetic treatments including labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, and G-shot therapy.
• Holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.

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. 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. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

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.

Specializes in liver and pancreas surgery – Dr. Karademir trained at top US transplant programs and leads the general surgery department at Anadolu Medical Centre.

• Over 25 years' experience in HPB surgery and liver transplantation
• Trained at RUSH-Presbyterian-St. Luke's and UCLA Medical Center
• Head of Organ Transplantation at Ankara Güven Hospital
• Member of International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
• Currently coordinates general surgery at Anadolu Medical Centre

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a leading expert in obesity and metabolic surgery, with specialized training in the USA and Turkey.

• Ranked first in Turkey's gastroenterology surgery specialization exam
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery techniques
• Established organ transplant and inflammatory bowel disease surgery units

Dr. Malik Ashkar is Head of Doctors at Mira Clinic and a specialist in Endodontics (root canal treatment). He qualified as a dentist in 2016. His work focuses on dental diagnosis and treatment planning. He performs advanced root canal procedures to treat infected or injured tooth nerves, relieve pain, and preserve natural teeth. His aim is lasting oral health.

As Head of Doctors, he oversees treatment quality. He sets clinical protocols and supports the medical team in complex cases. His experience includes root canal therapy, restorative treatment planning, and dental pain management. He provides precise, comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Specializes in gallbladder, bile duct, and hernia surgeries – Dr. Onalan brings decades of surgical experience to Atlas University Hospital.

• 27 years of general surgery practice
• Extensive training in endoscopic procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Experienced in both open and laparoscopic hernia repairs
• Works at Atlas University Hospital, a leading medical institution

Dr. Ruhat Tanli is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions with a focus on arthroscopy and spinal surgery. He previously served as an orthopedist at Istanbul Beylikduzu State Hospital. Dr. Tanli holds a degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hand surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association.