Best otolaryngologists in Turkey: TOP 119 doctors

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT). He has worked at top hospitals such as Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Education and Research Hospital and Trabzon Kanuni Education and Research Hospital. He now practices at I.A.U VM MedicalPark Florya.

Dr. Vuralkan is a member of the Turkish Association of Otorhinolaryngology and the Turkish Association of Rhinology. He also supports scientific research through his work with the Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine and the Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery.

Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Ear-Nose-Throat Diseases
 

1998-2005 Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, KAYSERİ
 

Courses and Conferences
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation OSAS Surgery Educational Course ,November 05, 2009,Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Pediatric Sinusitis Educational Course,07 January 2010,Ankara
 

9th International Congress of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, April 8-10, 2010, Ankara.
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Academy Congress, April 15-18, 2010, Hatay
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association, Neck Dissections Meeting ;May 6, 2010 ,Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Approach to Conductive Hearing Loss Educational Course; December 16, 2010,Ankara
 

33rd Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress; September 26-30, 2011, Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Middle Ear Implants Educational Course; November 17, 2011,Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association , Current Approach to Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Meeting ;November 19, 2011 ,Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Current Tonsillectomy Methods Educational Course; December 15, 2011 ,Ankara
 

National Laryngology Congress, February 17-18, 2012, Ankara
 

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Educational Course on Approach to Children with Stiridor; April 05, 2012 ,Ankara
 

10th International Congress of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery; April 26-28, 2012, Ankara

8th Turkish Rhinology Congress, May 24-27, 2012, Antalya

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Vertigo Educational Course;November 01, 2012,Ankara

7th National Laryngology Congress September 27-28, 2013 ,Istanbul

35th Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress, November 02-06, 2013, Antalya

35th Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress Clinically Applied Allergic Rhinitis Course, November 02-06, 2013, Antalya

ORL seminars Salzburg Medical Seminars International April 12-19, 2014

38th Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress, , Antalya

Articles he wrote and contributed to;

1. Elgörmüş M.N, Başak H, Balcıoğlu M ,Özgürsoy O.B, Dursun G, Hidden Cavernous Hemangioma in Tongue; 9th International Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Congress, April 8-10, 2010, Ankara.
 

2.ELGÖRMÜŞ M.N, BASAK H, BALCIOĞLU M, ÖZGÜRSOY O.B, DURSUN G. Hidden Hemangioma in Tongue. 9th International ENT- Head and Neck Surgery Congress 8-10 April 2010, Ankara, Turkey
 

3.Mülazımoğlu S, Başak H, Beton S, Elgörmüş M.N, Aktürk T, Arat A, Gökcan M.K,Emergency Intraoperative Angiographic Embolization in Acute Carotid Blowout Syndrome ; 35th Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress, 02-06 November 2013, Antalya
 

ORAL PAPERS PRESENTED AT NATIONAL SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS
 

1.İslamoğlu Y, Kıcalı M.M, Elgörmüş M.N, Beton S, Gökcan M.K ,Is Hyoid Bone Removal Necessary in Thyroglossal Cyst Excision? ;35th Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress,
 

2.BAŞAK H, MÜLAZIMOGLU S, TEZCANER Z.Ç., BETON S, MECO B.C, ELGÖRMÜS MN, MEÇO C. Endonasal endoscopic excision of frontal sinus and supraorbital resess cholesteatoma extending from the temporal muscle to the middle fossa. 10th Turkish Rhinology Congress May 25-22, 2014 Antalya, Turkey. (oral presentation)
 

3.M.N.Elgörmüs , C. Meco Endonasal Endoscopic Management of Traumatic CSF Fistula 19-12 April 2014 ORL seminars Salzburg Medical Seminars International

After graduating from Fırat University Faculty of Medicine in 2008, he worked as a physician in Şırnak Silopi Health Center No. 3 for 2 years. In 2011, he started his specialization in Manisa Celal Bayar University, Otorhinolaryngology.

He completed his specialization in ENT Diseases Specialization in 2016. In 2016, he succeeded in the written and oral exams organized by the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association and was entitled to receive a Certificate of Proficiency.

He worked as an Ear Nose and Throat Diseases Specialist at Manisa Merkez Efendi State Hospital between 2016-2021. He has been working at Private ENTO ENT Surgical Medical Center since October 2021.

Education: 

2003 - 2007: Eskişehir Kılıçoğlu Anatolian High School 

2007 - 2013 : Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in English 

2014 - 2018 : University of Health Sciences Istanbul Bagcilar 

Training and Research Hospital Courses: 

18th April 2013, International Congress 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 

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 

Tas Rhinoplasty- 2020 

Theorhinoplasty Nose- 2020 

Experience: 

2012 : Switzerland, Basel, Universitat Kindar Spital Basel 

2014- 2018 : Health Sciences University Istanbul Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital 

2018-2020 : Istanbul Bahçelievler State Hospital Zeynep - Kamil Gynecology and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital/clinical assistant chief (transfer)(1993-1995) 

Winning the title of associate professor by succeeding in the associate professor exam.(1994) 

Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology faculty member / 

Assoc. Dr.(1995-1999)

Specialist Dr. Ali Can Sungur is a highly experienced ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialist practicing at Lokman Hekim Health Group Etlik Hospital. With years of professional expertise, Dr. Sungur is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a comprehensive range of conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat. His extensive knowledge allows him to offer both medical and surgical treatments, customized to the unique needs of each patient. Emphasizing a patient-centered approach, Dr. Sungur ensures that all treatments are carefully planned to deliver the best possible outcomes. His practice is built on a foundation of compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to utilizing the most advanced medical technologies and techniques. Whether addressing routine concerns or more complex issues, Dr. Sungur is devoted to providing effective, personalized care in a supportive and professional environment.

Education and Expertise

• 2005 – LOYALTY HIGH SCHOOL
• 2011 – TRAKYA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2016 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF EAR, NOSE AND THROAT DISEASES
• 2018 – FELLOW OF EUROPEAN BOARD OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY (EUROPEAN ENT COMPETENCE CERTIFICATE)

Diseases

• Mouth Sores
• Allergic rhinitis
• Head and Neck Tumors
• Dizziness
• Nasal congestion
• Skin Tumors
• Childhood Ear Nose Throat Diseases
• Hearing loss
• Chronic Rhinosinusitis
• Tinnitus
• Ear infection
• Eardrum perforations

Treatment Methods

• Adenoidectomy
• Adenotonsillectomy
• Head and Neck Tumor Surgery
• Excision and Reconstruction of Skin Tumors
• Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
• OSAS Surgery
• Rhinoplasty
• Septoplasty
• Stapedectomy (otosclerosis-calcification surgery)
• Tympanoplasty (eardrum surgery)
• Tonsillectomy

Experience

• 2011 – 2016 – Research Assistant: Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• 2017 – 2020 – Specialist Doctor: Iğdır State Hospital
• 2020 – 2023 – Specialist Doctor: Manisa Saruhanli State Hospital
• 2021 – 2022 – Turkish ENT-BBC Association, Head and Neck Surgery and Thyroid Diseases School

2017: Oticon Medical Scientific Center Copenhagen Denmark.
2016: ICLO Teaching Center New Endoscopic Approaches to Lateral Skull Base, Inner Ear and Cerebello-Pontine Angle, Verona Italy
2016: World Hearing Center, Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, Warsaw,Poland
2015: Cochlear Science and Research Center Berlin Germany.
2014: Cochlear implant Center Medel Company Innsburck, Austria.
2014: Hannover Medical School. Clinic for Laryngology, Rhinology and Otology, Hannover, Germany
2014: Academy of Hearing Aid Acoustics (Akademie für Hörgerate-Akustik), Lübeck, Germany.
2013: International European Sialendoscopy Training Center, Geneva, Switzerland.
2012: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, klinikum der Universitat, Munchen, Germany.
2012: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, Bern, Switzerland.
2011: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, klinikum der Universitat, Munchen, Germany.
2007: The Ohio State University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Otology and Neurotology. Columbus, Ohio, USA.
2006: University of Würzburg, Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Otology and Neurotology. Würzburg, Germany.
1999-2003 İnönü Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Kulak Burun Boğaz Anabilim Dalı
1993-1999 İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Turkish Rhinology Society

Tigris-Euphrates Basin Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association

Gaziantep Otorhinolaryngology Association

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Qualification Board

Turkish Otology Association

Malatya Otorhinolaryngology Association

American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology

International Vertigo Association

Dr. Jumana Baryhe is a specialist in advanced aesthetic and hair restoration procedures. She performs Botox injections, non-surgical nose correction, FUE and DHI hair transplants, beard and eyebrow transplants, brow lifts, lip implants, and laser vaginal rejuvenation. Dr. Baryhe is known for her skill in minimally invasive techniques. Her patients report high satisfaction with their results.

Dr. Baryhe is dedicated to excellence in her field. She has completed hundreds of successful procedures. Her reputation is built on technical expertise and personalized care. She uses the latest methods and follows international standards in cosmetic medicine.

Dr. Emrah Ugurlu is an experienced allergist and ENT surgeon. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision nose surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, and head and neck surgery. He has performed many successful procedures. His patients report high satisfaction and safety.

Dr. Ugurlu is a member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, Istanbul Medical Chamber, and Facial Plastic Surgery Association. He has published scientific work, including an article in the Turkish Archives of Otorhinolaryngology (2017). He completed advanced training at Dokuz Eylul University and Akdeniz University.

Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR was born on May 1, 1983. After completing his pre-graduate studies, he successfully graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine and obtained the title of Medical Doctor. He specialized in Otorhinolaryngology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and became an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist.

After completing his specialization training, Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR worked at Afyonkarahisar Bolvadin Dr. Halil İbrahim Özsoy State Hospital from 2013 to 2015. He later served in various private hospitals in Ankara. In 2020, he joined the academic staff at Istanbul Health and Technology University and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Koru Ankara Hospital.

Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR is a member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Turkish Skull Base Society, Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Rhinology Society, and Ankara Medical Chamber. He also has a good command of English.

His medical interests include:

Head and neck tumors

Aesthetic and Functional Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty, Septoplasty)

Eardrum and middle ear diseases

Dizziness, hearing loss, and balance disorders

Thyroid and parathyroid gland diseases

Childhood neck masses

Salivary gland diseases and tumors

Childhood ear-nose-throat diseases

Nasal congestion and sinus diseases

Hoarseness and laryngeal diseases

Name: Mehmet Palali

Place and year of birth:

Manisa, 11.01.1984

Education:

Istanbul university Cerrahpasa Medicine Faculty 2001-2007 

Specialization: Ankara Numene Science and Research Hospital – ENT clinic – 2008-2013

Experiences:

Yozgat State Hospital: 2013-2016

Canakkale Biga Devlet Hospital : 2016-2017

Medlife Bagcilar Hospital -2017-2018

Erdem Hospital- 2018- present

Professional Interests

Rhinoplasty 

Revision rhinoplasty

Otoplasty

Clinic Attended as a Researcher 

 1) Investigation of SCGB3A1 (UGRP2) gene arrays in patients with nasal polyposis. 

Palalı M, Murat Özcan K, Ozdaş S, Köseoğlu S, Ozdaş T, Erbek SS, Yıldırım E, Ensari S, Dere H. 

Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2014 Dec;271(12):3209-14. 

2) Prognostic effect of hyperbaric oxygen therapy starting time for sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 

Yıldırım E, Murat Özcan K, Palalı M, Cetin MA, Ensari S, Dere H. 

Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2015 Jan;272(1):23-8. 

3) Endoskopik Dakriyosistorinostomide Başarısızlık Nedenleri 

Mehmet Ali ÇETİN, Kürşat Murat ÖZCAN, Aykut İKİNCİOĞULLARI, Sabri KÖSEOĞLU, Mehmet PALALI, Serdar ENSARİ, Hüseyin DERE 

Ortadoğu Tıp Dergisi 5 (1): 29-32 2013 

4) Cervical lymphadenopathy: progressive transformation of germinal centers 

İkincioğulları A, Köseoğlu S, Çetin MA, Palalı M, Ensari S, Kayaçetin S, Kulaçoğlu S, Dere H. 

Kulak Burun Bogaz Ihtis Derg. 2013 Sep-Oct;23(5):307-11. 

5) Papiller Onkositik Kistadenom: Olgu Sunumu Mehmet Palalı, Aykut İkincioğulları, Sabri Köseoğlu, Doğan Atan, Erol Yıldırım, Hüseyin Dere 

34. Türk Ulusal Kulak Burun Boğaz ve Baş Boyun Cerrahisi Kongresi P-377 

6) Temporal Kemik Karsinomu İle Birlikte İnverted Papillom Zemininde Gelişen İntranazal Karsinom: Olgu Sunumu 

35. Türk Ulusal Kulak Burun Boğaz ve Baş Boyun Cerrahisi Kongresi PS3-073 

Hüseyin Dere, Mehmet Ali Çetin, Emre Apaydın, Erol Yıldırım, Mehmet Palalı, Aykut İkincioğulları 

7) Burun Tıkanıklığının Nadir Bir Nedeni: Alt Konka Bülloza 

Hakan Dağıstan, Mehmet Palalı 

37. Türk Ulusal Kulak Burun Boğaz ve Baş Boyun Cerrahisi Kongresi EP-124

Certifications:

Hobbies

Play classical guitar

Draw cartoon

Dr. Ceren Durgun is a board-certified ENT specialist with over six years of experience. She is known for her skill in cosmetic and corrective procedures, including rhinoplasty, otoplasty, and septoplasty. Dr. Durgun earned her MD from Marmara University. She also holds a Ph.D. in Otolaryngology from SBU Faith Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Durgun has performed hundreds of ENT surgeries. She is experienced in advanced techniques such as closed and revision rhinoplasty. She also treats complex conditions like sleep apnea and sinusitis. Dr. Durgun is a member of the Facial Plastic Surgery Association and the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Association.

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.

Any other educational courses and certificate (those conducted internationally as well):

1. Otorhinolaryngology Allergy Course 2004

2. Occupational English Test OET certificate 2016

3. Ege university Cadaver DBsection Course 2017

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