Best Pediatrics Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Hasan Mutlu specializes in pediatric oncology with expertise in targeted therapies and immunotherapy at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in medical oncology at Akdeniz University and in the USA
• Focuses on next-generation genetic research for cancer treatment
• Experienced in chemotherapy and complementary medicine approaches
• Associate Professor at Akdeniz University's Medical Oncology Department

Specializing in pediatric chest diseases, Dr. Karadag brings over 13 years of focused expertise to his practice at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases at Marmara University
• Dedicated to diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions in children
• Works in a leading hospital equipped with advanced pediatric care facilities

Prof. Cihan Meral combines pediatric neurology expertise with infectious disease training – a rare dual focus. He practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, one of Istanbul's leading centers.

• 27 years specializing in pediatric neurology and infectious diseases
• Published 30+ articles in international scientific journals
• Former Head of Pediatrics at Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Child Neurology Association and Association against Epilepsy

Prof. Haluk Cokugras specializes in pediatric allergy and infectious diseases at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, with over 43 years of experience in pediatrics.

• Double specialization in pediatric allergy and infectious diseases
• Member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
• Former faculty at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medicine School
• Active participant in pediatric congresses across Europe

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and trained generations of specialists.

• Specializes in pediatric surgery and pediatric urology with 49 years of experience
• Trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children – a global leader in pediatric care
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks, including 'Newborn Surgery'
• Active member of Turkey's Pediatric Surgery Society
• Continues to treat patients at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Kerem Ozel is a Professor of Pediatric Surgery. He specializes in fetal surgery and pediatric urology. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English Division). He completed his pediatric surgery residency at Marmara University.

He holds the European Board of Pediatric Surgery and the European Board of Pediatric Urology certificates. He received a Fetal Surgery Certificate in 2013 through collaboration with Justus-Liebig University Giessen and the German Fetal Surgery Center. His training includes pediatric urology and spina bifida at Ege University in 2005. He also conducted robotic pediatric urology research at Texas Children’s Hospital in 2014.

In 2015, he joined Turkey’s first fetal surgery team and performed in-utero procedures at Istanbul Bilim University. He led the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Bilim University in 2010. He has been on the faculty at Istanbul Medeniyet University since 2017.

Prof. Abdullah Eren specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery, with a focus on innovative techniques for developmental hip dysplasia and limb lengthening.

• Over 48 years of experience in pediatric orthopedics
• Pioneered a modified Salter osteotomy technique for hip dysplasia
• Founding member of Turkish ASAMI for Ilizarov applications
• Trained in Graf Hip Ultrasonography in Vienna
• Multiple award-winning research in pediatric orthopedic treatments

Prof. Dr. Ilker Tolga Özgen specializes in pediatric endocrinology, with over 27 years of experience treating growth and hormonal disorders in children at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in managing growth delays, puberty issues, and diabetes in children
• Clinical focus on thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal gland disorders
• Trained at Istanbul University and Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Holds professor title at Biruni University
• Published research on pediatric nephrology and endocrinology

Professor Yurtcu specializes in pediatric surgery with expertise in congenital anomalies and complex childhood conditions.

• Trained at Selcuk University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Focuses on conditions like Hirschsprung's disease and hypospadias
• Over 23 years of academic and clinical experience
• Published research on rare pediatric cases

Dr. Erdogan specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for pediatric gastroenterology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology at Ankara City Hospital
• Expert in ERCP, EUS, and POEM techniques
• Published multiple studies on inflammatory bowel disease treatments
• Member of leading gastroenterology research teams in Turkey

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Dr. Ali Ihsan Anadolulu is a surgical specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He focuses on pediatric gastrointestinal surgery and anorectal malformations. Dr. Anadolulu treats complex colorectal and pelvic floor disorders in children. He uses minimally invasive techniques for pediatric surgical cases.

• Performs specialized surgeries for nephroblastoma and rhabdomyosarcoma removal.
• Treats motility disorders and anorectal malformations in pediatric patients.
• Expert in pituitary tumor surgery for children and adolescents.
• Works at Central Hospital, which features modern neonatal intensive care units.

Dr. Hülya Özdilek is a Pediatrics Specialist at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital. She graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 2011. She completed her pediatrics specialization at the same institution in 2018.

Experience: Edirne 1. Murat State Hospital (2018–2022) and Çerkezköy İrmet Hospital (2022–2024). Her focus areas include well-child care, growth and development, and follow-up for newborns and preterm infants. She also treats childhood diseases, asthma and allergic conditions, early puberty, adolescent health issues, obesity and failure to thrive, and respiratory disorders.

Certifications: Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and Breastfeeding Consultation. Membership: National Pediatrics Association.