38 Best Thyroidectomy Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Ali Cemal is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care and head and neck surgery. Dr. Cemal is a member of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology. He previously served on the medical faculty at Marmara University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Ohio State University – The James Cancer Research Center.
• Holds dual certification from the European and Turkish Boards of Otorhinolaryngology.
• Completed specialized training in robotic surgery and microsurgery.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Soykan Barlas combines advanced laparoscopic training from Scotland with extensive experience in thyroidectomy procedures.

• General Surgery Specialist since 2008 with a focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Associate Professor title awarded in 2020, reflecting academic excellence
• Published over 20 articles in national and international journals
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, a leading healthcare facility

Specializes in thyroidectomy with extensive training and experience. Works at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• 34 years in general surgery with thyroidectomy focus
• Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Unit
• Member of American Society for Transplantation
• Former Chief Assistant at Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Solak specializes in head & neck cancers, including thyroid conditions, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Completed fellowship at Cancer Institute of Hacettepe University
• Worked at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Deals with complex cases of head & neck cancers
• Board-certified with extensive surgical experience

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in thyroidectomy with a strong background from Marmara University's General Surgery Department.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Completed residency at Marmara University, focusing on general surgery
• Published in both local and international medical journals
• Active participant in numerous medical congresses

Dr. Kivanc Derya Peker is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. Dr. Peker completed specialized training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. He treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, and stomach.

• Performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date.
• Completed over 200 liver surgeries and numerous kidney transplants.
• Ranked in the top 3 during his national gastroenterology surgery minor examination.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Omer Uslukaya is a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery, breast health, and wound healing. Dr. Uslukaya completed neck dissection training at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in the USA. He has authored 50 scientific publications focused on surgical outcomes and reconstruction techniques.

• Specializes in laparoscopic splenectomy and complex pancreatitis treatments.
• Authored over 50 scientific papers on reconstructive and general surgery.
• Treats patients at Memorial Ataşehir, a JCI-accredited medical facility.
• Held academic positions as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor.

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik has 49 years in pediatric surgery, specializing in complex cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in pediatric surgery at The Hospital for Sick Children in London
• Specializes in pediatric urology and pediatric surgery
• Author of multiple books on pediatric surgery techniques
• Member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Specialized in advanced laparoscopic thyroidectomy techniques, trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine — one of Turkey's leading medical schools.

• Over 16 years of surgical experience
• Advanced training in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery
• Focused on minimally invasive approaches

Prof. Selin Kapan brings over 31 years of surgical expertise, specializing in thyroidectomies at Liv Hospital Topkapı. Her academic background includes extensive research in endocrine and general surgery.

• Professor of General Surgery since 2017
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Published over 50 peer-reviewed surgical papers
• Special focus on innovative techniques in thyroid surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty

Specializes in thyroid cancer surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on precise and effective treatments.

• Expert in oncological surgery with a focus on thyroid cancer
• Performs a range of cancer surgeries including pancreatic and bile duct
• Skilled in bariatric and metabolic surgeries

Specializes in thyroid and parathyroid diseases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a key center for endocrine surgery.

• Expert in oncological surgery with a focus on thyroid conditions
• Performs advanced treatments for complex thyroid cases
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for thyroidectomy

Specializes in thyroid and parathyroid diseases, bringing focused expertise to every thyroidectomy at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise spans metabolic, oncological, and obesity surgery
• Extensive experience in treating complex thyroid conditions
• Skilled in minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Part of a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive care

Specializes in thyroid diseases and surgery – Dr. Kazak brings focused expertise to thyroidectomy procedures.

• Treats a wide range of thyroid conditions
• Skilled in surgical treatment of abdominal wall hernias
• Experienced in colon and rectum surgery

Associate Professor at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital with over 28 years of surgical experience, specializing in thyroid procedures.

• Member of the Society of Endocrine Surgery
• Extensive training in general surgery at Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Active in professional organizations including the Turkish Surgical Society