Best otolaryngologists in Istanbul: TOP 46 doctors

• Specializes in ENT conditions such as rhinoplasty and nasal surgery.
• International practice in USA, UK, Germany, Netherlands, France, and more.
• Member of the European Rhinoplasty Society, focusing on nasal surgery.
• Trained in renowned medical facilities across Europe and the USA.
• Recognized for expertise in aesthetic and functional rhinoplasty procedures.
• Offers online consultations for ENT patients seeking expert advice.

Prof. Dr. Salim Yuce is an experienced ENT surgeon with over 15 years in the field. He specializes in procedures such as tympanoplasty, cochlear implants, and nasal polyp surgery. Dr. Yuce has performed many successful surgeries, earning high patient satisfaction and strong surgical outcomes.

He graduated from Istanbul University and completed his residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Yuce is a member of the European Rhinologic Society and the American College of Surgeons. He is dedicated to professional growth and high standards in patient care.

• Specializes in ENT treatments like Sinusitis, Cochlear Implants, and Sleep Apnea.
• International training in USA at Johns Hopkins, Harvard, and Cleveland Clinic.
• Expertise in Ear Infections, Balance Disorders, and Nasal Allergy management.
• Performs Nose Aesthetics, Cancer Surgery, and Voice Disorder procedures.
• Holder of FEBORL-HNS, European certification in Otorhinolaryngology.
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), prestigious surgical recognition.
• Online consultations available for patients needing ENT care and guidance.

Dr. Ibrahim Altoparlak is an experienced ENT specialist with more than 13 years in clinical practice. He focuses on advanced otolaryngology and facial aesthetic procedures. Dr. Altoparlak is skilled in Rhinoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty, Rhinoseptoplasty, and Ear Reconstruction. He has performed hundreds of surgeries with a strong record of patient satisfaction.

He completed his medical degree and ENT specialization at Ankara University, one of Turkey’s top institutions. Dr. Altoparlak holds recognized accreditations in otolaryngology. He continues to advance his field through ongoing professional development and new surgical methods. His practice is known for high standards in both functional and cosmetic ENT surgery.

Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan is a specialist in ENT and Head & Neck Surgery. He is known for his skill in treating ear infections, repairing the tympanic membrane, and performing rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty. He also has experience in adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, sleep apnea surgery, vocal cord microsurgery, and head and neck tumor surgery. Dr. Apuhan founded the ENT and Head & Neck Surgery Department at Özel A Plus Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

Dr. Apuhan earned his medical degree from İnönü University. He completed further training at Abant Izzet Baysal University, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Gazi University, and The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. He has published over 200 scientific articles. He has also served as a session chair and editor at international conferences and journals. Dr. Apuhan currently leads the audiometry program at Doğuş University.

Assoc. Prof. Selman Sarica, M.D., is a board-certified otorhinolaryngologist. He specializes in otology, pediatric ENT, snoring surgery, head and neck tumors, laryngology, functional nasal surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, and salivary gland surgery. He received his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his ENT residency at Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University, where he now serves as an Associate Professor.

Dr. Sarica has performed hundreds of advanced ear, nose, and throat surgeries. His experience includes complex head and neck tumor resections and endoscopic procedures. He is known for his research in voice analysis and has published several peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Sarica holds national accreditation and is respected for his clinical and academic work in ENT.

Dr. Süleyman Hilmi Yilmaz, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in otorhinolaryngology. He specializes in nasal congestion, nasal deformity, polyposis, lacrimal gland obstructions, head and neck tumors, and thyroid cancer. He also performs advanced ENT surgeries, including endoscopic sinus surgery and septal correction.

He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. He completed his residency at Istanbul Kartal Training and Research Hospital in 2013. Dr. Yilmaz has published many articles in both local and international journals. He is a member of the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Association, the Istanbul ENT-BCC Specialists Association, and the Skull Base Association.

2018 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2017 - 2018, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY FLORYA MEDICALPARK HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2016 - 2017, Van/Van/Türkiye

VAN REGIONAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

2015 - 2016, Yozgat/Yozgat/Türkiye

YOZGAT STATE HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

2009 - 2010, Siirt/Siirt/Türkiye

SİİRT BAYKAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

Dr. Bora Basaran is an experienced ENT specialist and Associate Professor. He focuses on head and neck oncology, thyroid tumors, and endoscopic sinus surgery. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery. Dr. Basaran has held important roles at Istanbul University and Florence Nightingale Hospital.

He has performed many complex surgeries in head and neck reconstruction and transoral laser microsurgery. He is well known for his work with salivary gland and thyroid tumors. Dr. Basaran earned his Turkish ENT Board certification in 2007. He became an Associate Professor in 2014.

He is an active member of top scientific societies, including EHNS and the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Society. His memberships show his dedication to excellence and progress in ENT surgery.

Dr. Serkan Orhan is an experienced otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon. He has 25 years of practice, focusing on rhinoplasty and advanced ENT procedures. Dr. Orhan has performed over 5,500 treatments. His expertise includes cochlear implant placement, septoplasty, nasal polyp surgery, embolization for epistaxis, and prosthetic ear and nose surgeries.

Dr. Orhan is a faculty member at the University of Istanbul. He completed his residency at the ORL Department of Radboud University in the Netherlands. He also attended advanced courses at the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London. His international training highlights his dedication to his field.

Dr. Erkan Soylu is a plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and otoplasty. Dr. Soylu is recognized as a leading expert in his field. Patients consistently give him high satisfaction ratings and positive reviews.

He has attended major international events, such as the XX IFOS World Congress in Seoul, South Korea. This shows his commitment to ongoing professional development. Dr. Soylu’s experience and dedication have earned him a strong reputation for excellent surgical results.

Education Info:

 

Graduated from Orgeneral Halil Sözer Primary School, Eskisehir – 2003
Graduated from Kılıçoğlu Anatolian Highschool, Eskisehir -2007

Graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine with instructions fully in English, Istanbul, 2013

Internship in Abroad:

April, 2013  One month internship in a department of ENT in Basel University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland

Experience :

Work experience on Sleeping Apnea at the Labaratory of Polisomnography, Section of Pulmonary Diseases in Akademik Hospital, Istanbul. (2010-2011)

Work experience in Dr.Back Up Company related to Medline, Istanbul. ( between July-October of 2013)

Work experience in a clinic of emergency in Cankırı City Hospital, Cankırı. (from November of 2013 to January of 2014)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Bagcilar Research Hospital(from July 2014-2018)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Bahcelievler State Hospital(from September 2018-2020)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Florya Medical Park Hospital ( from January 2021- November 2023)

Work experience as an instructor in medical school of Istanbul Aydın University ( from April 2021- December 2023)

Now working in his private clinic in Tesvikiye Mah. Terrace Fulya Center, Istanbul. 

Mostly Work On;

Septorhinoplasty,

Rhinoplasty,

Tipplasty,

Revision Rhinoplasty,

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Asian Rhinoplasty

Otoplasty.

Liplift surgery,

Bichectomy,

Chin implants,

Septoplasty,

Endoscopic Septoplasty,

Congress:

2008, 2009, 2010 Masco (Marmara Medical Student Congress)

18th April 2013, International Congre for Pediatric Surgery, Aarau, Baden, Switzerland

37th Turkish National Congress of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery-2015

12th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2016

8th Turkish National Congress of Istanbul’s Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeons-2016

13th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2017

14th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2018

41th Turkish National Congress of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery-2020

International Reviews and Researchs:

http://mmj.dergisi.org/pdf/pdf_MMJ_523.pdf Pg.33,oral presentation 28.

“Comparison of Frey Syndrome Rates Following Superficial Parotidectomy and Partial Superficial Parotidectomy for Pleomorphic Adenoma.”

PMID:27391515

J Craniofac Surg. 2016 Jul;27(5):e469-71

“Can serum neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio be a predictive biomarker to help differentiate active chronic otitis media from inactive chronic otitis media?"

J Craniofac Surg. 

“Histopathological Effects of Bone Cement on Cartilage Tissue”

J Craniofac Surg. May/Jun 2019;30(3):936-939.

 doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000005202.

“Single-sided Sinonasal Mass: A Retrospective Study”

North Clin Istanb. 2018 Apr 12;5(2):139-143.

 doi: 10.14744/nci.2017.57984. eCollection 2018.

“Effects of Repeated Atmospheric Pressure Alterations on the Inner Ear.”

Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2021 Jul 1;92(7):550-555.

doi:10.3357/AMHP.5732.2021. PMID: 34503628

“Association of Conductive Hearing Loss with the Structural Changes in the

Organ of Corti. “

ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec. 2021;83(4):272-279. doi:

10.1159/000513871. Epub 2021 Mar 30. PMID: 33784680

“Chest Image Staging and Prevalence of Current Smoking among Hospitalized

COVID-19 Patients in Turkey.”

ENT-Uptades. 2022; 12: 44-50

DOI: 10.5152/entupdates.2021.21065

National Reviews and Researchs:

http://mmj.dergisi.org/pdf/pdf_MMJ_523.pdf Pg.33,oral presentation 28.

“The Reliability of Istanbul Municipal Water Supply in terms of public health”

Ongoing Researchs:

Serum Vitamin D düzeyinin BPPV üzerine etkisi.

Attended Medical Courses:

Rhinoplasty School in Eskisehir- July, 2015

Pediatric Airway Problems and live surgery- April, 2015

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery- October, 2015

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Cadaver Course- August, 2016

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Course-October, 2016

Facial Plastic Course- October, 2016

Facial Plastic Course, Sapanca, 2017

Middle Ear Surgery Cadaver Course-  2017

Rhinoplasty School- 2019

All in One Rhinoplasty Course- 2019

All in One Rhinoplasty Course- 2020

Botox and Filler Course-2020

Foreign Languages:

English (Advanced)

German (Beginner)

Members of Communities:

Turk Tabipler Birligi- Turkish Doctor’s Union

EAACI- European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

Op. Dr. Arzu Öz

Otolaryngology (ENT)

Education

Specialty Training

2000 - 2006
Medical Education, Full-time (University Graduate)

Undergraduate Education

1989 - 1995
ENT and Head, Neck Surgery, Formal Education

Experience

2023 -
ClinicExpert - ENT

2015 - 2023
Medient Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Center - ENT

2017 - 2021
Acibadem Altunizade Hospital - ENT

2015 - 2017
Private Üsküdar Anadolu Hospital - ENT

2013 - 2015
İzmir Ödemiş State Hospital - ENT

2012 - 2013
Ministry of Health Muş Varto State Hospital - ENT

Extensive experience performing various ear, nose and throat procedures both endoscopic and conventional methods as well as microsurgery.

The skilled highlights are stated as below  Skill Highlights • Rhinoplasty • Septoplasty • Myringoplasty • Tympanoplasty • Tonsillectomy • Thyroidectomy

The  Experience of the ENT surgeon  2023 – 2024 Esencan Hospital - Istanbul 2017 – 2023 Cerrahpaşa Medical University Hospital Education 2009 – 2011 AZERBAIJAN MEDICAL FACULTY 2011 – 2016 19 MAYIS MEDICAL FACULTY - ANKARA Recognitions & Memberships 1. Tempral Kemik ve Endoskopik Sinüs Cerrahisi Kadavra Diseksiyon Kursu, Ankara, 2018 2. Temporal Kemik ve Endoskopik Sinüs Cerrahisi Kadavra Diseksiyon Kursu, İstanbul, 2019 

2016 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ATASEHIR HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2015 - 2015, Hannover/Hannover/Germany

HANNOVER MEDIZINISCHE HOCHSCHULE KLINIKEN

Hals-Nasen- Ohrenheilkunde Fellow

2010 - 2015, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Chief Assistant of the Department of Ear Nose and Throat

2008 - 2010, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

Curriculum Vitae

Name: Yasin Kulaksız
Date of Birth: November 20, 1992
Title: Specialist Doctor

Education

Doctarate (PhD)
Field: Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
University: Bezmialem Vakıf University
Year: [Year of Completion]

Doctorate (PhD)
Field: Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
University: Bezmialem Vakıf University

Skills

• Expertise in Rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries
• Patient assessment and care
• Surgical techniques and postoperative management
• [Additional relevant skills]

Dr. Mina Jahanihivehchi is a double board-certified ENT and facial aesthetics specialist. She received training in both Iran and Turkey. She earned degrees from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences and Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her ENT specialization at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Jahanihivehchi is known for her skills in rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, otoplasty, and facial aesthetic procedures such as Botox and fillers. She focuses on both functional and cosmetic results. She has published research in respected journals, especially on auditory and vestibular assessment in diabetes.

She is an active member of leading Turkish and Iranian medical associations, including the Facial Plastic Surgery Association and Turkish ENT Societies. This reflects her international standing. Dr. Jahanihivehchi performs a wide range of ENT and facial surgeries and is committed to providing thorough and effective care.