Doctors in İzmir, Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Samet Karahan is a rheumatologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in treating chronic inflammatory conditions. Dr. Karahan earned his medical degree from Ankara Başkent University. He completed rheumatology training at Akdeniz University. He is a member of the Turkish Rheumatology Association.

• Uses diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasonography for joint assessments.
• Performs ultrasound-guided injections into major joint areas.
• Treats autoimmune diseases including Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Sinan Mermer is an infectious disease specialist and assistant professor at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He treats complex viral and bacterial conditions, including HIV, hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Dr. Mermer is an active member of the European Society for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.

• Specializes in bone, joint, and complicated skin infections.
• Treats sexually transmitted diseases and chronic fungal infections.
• Holds memberships in the Turkish Infectious Diseases Association (EKMUD).
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir.

Dr. Avni Can Karaca is an associate professor of surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in liver and pancreatic oncology and transplantation. A member of the International Liver Transplantation Society since 2016. Dr. Karaca completed a surgical fellowship at the Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori in Milan.

• Performs complex bile duct reconstructions and liver resections.
• Treats tumors and metastases of the liver and digestive system.
• Founding member of the Denizli Surgery Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir.

Dr. Ferit Çelik is a gastroenterologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He is an associate professor with deep focus on liver and digestive system diseases. Dr. Çelik is a member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association ERCP working group. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high surgical standards.

• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures including EMR, ERCP, and peroral cholangioscopy.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and pancreatitis.
• Provides endoscopic obesity treatments such as intragastric Botox and balloons.
• Member of the Turkish Liver Research Association.

Dr. Ali Saklamaz is a specialist endocrinologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in the treatment of diabetes, thyroid conditions, and pituitary diseases. He focuses on endocrine health for patients aged 15 and older. Dr. Saklamaz works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high safety standards.

• Member of the Turkish Endocrinology and Metabolism Association.
• Treats metabolic conditions including osteoporosis and hirsutism.
• Completed medical residency and endocrine specialization at Dokuz Eylül University.
• Part of a medical team serving patients from the US, UK, and Australia.

Dr. Koray Aykut is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in adult heart surgery and complex vascular procedures. Dr. Aykut is an Associate Professor with over 15 years of surgical practice. His research into pulsatile flow during bypass surgery is published in peer-reviewed journals.

• Member of the European Society for Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery.
• Authored 10 articles in journals indexed by SCI and SCI-e.
• Performs heart valve replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, and venous procedures.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Caner Topaloglu is an interventional cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in balloon angioplasty and stent implantation for coronary and carotid arteries. Dr. Topaloglu is a member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). He treats heart attacks, heart failure, and complex rhythm disorders.

• Performs permanent cardiac pacemaker implantation including CPM, ICD, and CRT devices.
• Treats coronary artery disease, hypertension, and heart valve disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility holding ISO and TEMOS international safety standards.

Dr. Erdem Eren is an ENT specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology. Dr. Eren holds the European ENT Competence Certificate. He treats head and neck tumors and nasal conditions. He also manages complex issues like brain fluid leakage from the nose.

• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal tumor resection.
• Specializes in rhinoplasty and eardrum surgery.
• Trained in human olfaction at the University of Dresden.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Hakan Ozturk is a urologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He focuses on oncological urology, including kidney, bladder, and prostate cancer. He performs complex surgeries like radical cystectomy with neobladder construction. Dr. Ozturk is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its robotic surgery center.

• Performs laparoscopic and robotic radical prostatectomies for cancer patients.
• Uses HoLEP and ThuLEP techniques for prostate treatment.
• Expert in endoscopic stone surgery and percutaneous stone extraction.
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Turkish Urology Association.

Dr. Pinar Tugce Ozer is a fertility specialist and gynecologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. She treats complex cases of infertility, endometriosis, and gynecological cancers. Dr. Ozer integrates clinical surgery with specialized therapies like hypnotherapy and genital laser applications. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility in İzmir known for its reproductive medicine department.

• Performs laparoscopic hysterectomy and surgical treatments for pelvic organ prolapse.
• Specializes in genital aesthetics including labiaplasty and vaginismus therapy.
• Member of the Sexual Health Institute Association and the Turkish Gynecology Foundation.
• Treats reproductive health issues ranging from menstrual pain to urinary incontinence.

Dr. Dilay Unal is a German-trained periodontist at DENTAGLOBAL Dental Clinic in Izmir. She specializes in soft and hard tissue procedures around teeth and implants. Dr. Unal completed her specialization studies at Ege University. She treats periodontal disease using both surgical and non-surgical methods.

• Expertise includes complex gum treatments and teeth whitening.
• Served as a research assistant at Ege University Department of Periodontology.
• Practices at DENTAGLOBAL, a clinic treating 1,000 patients every year.
• Fluent in English, French, and Turkish.