Page 5 - Best pediatricians in Turkey: TOP 90 doctors

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon with extensive experience. She graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic. She is fluent in English.

Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, other gastrointestinal conditions). It also includes endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast surgery (benign and malignant conditions). She treats emergency and trauma cases. She performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

She is known for precise surgery and a patient-centered approach.

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in cataract, refractive, retinal, glaucoma, and corneal/anterior segment care. He performs phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses. He provides laser vision correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. He treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, keratoconus, and anterior segment disorders, including corneal transplants.

He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. He is known for precise microsurgery and the use of advanced ophthalmic technologies.

Dr. Sule Ecer is a pediatrician. She graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine in 1989 and completed her pediatric specialty training. She provides care in English.

Her practice includes general pediatric care, such as routine check-ups, growth and development follow-up, and vaccinations, as well as newborn care. She also treats respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, manages asthma, allergies, and nutritional disorders, and provides preventive care.

She has decades of experience. She cares for infants, children, and adolescents.

Dr. Cevat Azeroglu is a radiologist. He graduated from the Tabriz University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He completed his radiology specialization at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. Born in 1959, he provides advanced imaging to support accurate, timely decisions for many specialties.

His expertise includes conventional radiology with X-rays for musculoskeletal and chest disease. He performs ultrasound of the abdomen, thyroid, vessels, and soft tissues. He interprets CT and MRI for neurological, cardiovascular, and oncologic conditions. He practices interventional radiology with image-guided, minimally invasive procedures. He also focuses on oncologic imaging for staging and follow-up. He is known for diagnostic precision, use of modern imaging tools, and strong teamwork.

Dr. Birol Herdem is a pediatric specialist (2018–present). He currently works at Memorial Bodrum Hospital (2025). He has held pediatric posts at Private Izmir Can Hospital, Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital, SBÜ Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, and Çubuk State Hospital. Earlier, he served as Chief Physician of the 102nd Artillery Regiment (2011–2013).

He earned his MD from Gülhane Military Medical Academy (2002–2009). He completed specialty training in pediatrics at SBÜ Gülhane (2013–2017). His professional training includes Neonatal Resuscitation and Mechanical Ventilation, Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Protocols, and Pediatric Emergency and ICU airway and ventilation.

Dr. Fatma Nur Gundogdu is a pediatric specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Muğla Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025). She is a member of the Turkish Medical Association.

She completed her pediatrics residency at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University (2017–2022). She earned her medical degree from Kocaeli University (2010–2016). Her training includes the Neonatal Resuscitation Program and Breastfeeding and Lactation Counseling. She also completed advanced courses in pediatric functional medicine, aromatherapy, and phytotherapy. She has taken part in National Pediatrics, Turkish Pediatrics, and Healthcare Academy Turkish Neonatology congresses.

Dr. Gul Deniz Coskuner is a Pediatric Specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Muğla Training and Research Hospital (2021–2025) and Eskişehir Yunus Emre State Hospital (2018–2021). From 2013 to 2018, she worked at Eskişehir Osmangazi University. Earlier, she worked at the Cancer Early Diagnosis, Screening and Training Center (2010–2013).

She earned her MD (2003–2010) at Eskişehir Osmangazi University. She completed Pediatric Specialty Training there (2013–2018). She completed Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation training. She also took courses in brain death and donor care, cancer screening, reproductive health, and smoking cessation. She is a member of the Turkish Pediatric Association, National Pediatrics Association, and Turkish Medical Association. She attends national pediatrics congresses.

Dr. Incilay Ustundag is a pediatric specialist with 35 years of practice (1990–present). She currently serves at Memorial Bodrum Hospital (2025–present). Her previous roles were at Memorial Ankara (2014–2025), Medicana International Ankara (2011–2013), Sano Clinic Ümitköy (2006–2011), Atatürk Training and Research (2003–2006), Emergency and Traumatology (1999–2003), and Kozan State (1990–1999).

She completed pediatric specialty training at Hacettepe University İhsan Doğramacı Children’s Hospital (1985–1990). She earned her medical degree from Ankara University (1977–1983). Her training also includes Neonatal Resuscitation, Breastfeeding, and Occupational Medicine. She is a member of the Ankara and Muğla Medical Chambers.

Dr. Haluk Cokugras is a pediatric specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He previously served in the Department of Pediatrics at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1983–2024).

He earned his MD from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1975–1981). He later completed specialization in pediatrics (1988), pediatric allergy (1998–2001), and pediatric infectious diseases (2004).

Professional memberships: Turkish Pediatric Association; Pediatric Allergy, Immunology and Asthma Association; Pediatric Infectious Diseases Association; Balkan Pediatric Society; European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. He has attended Turkish Pediatrics, Pediatric Allergy, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, and Pediatric Pulmonology congresses.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saydam Mehmet is a general surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–present). His work covers oncologic, endocrine, and metabolic surgery. He performs laparoscopic surgery, including hernia repair and anti-reflux procedures. He also treats morbid obesity and type 2 diabetes. Sleeve gastrectomy is among his key procedures.

Education: He graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine (1995–2001). He completed his general surgery residency there (2004–2009). He was a research fellow at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center (2015–2016).

Experience: He worked as a general surgery specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa, Girne Military, and Mevki Military. He later served as Associate Professor of General Surgery at Dışkapı, Sancaktepe, and Medical Park Gebze. Earlier, he practiced as a general practitioner in military medical services.