Best Pulmonology Doctors in Turkey — TOP 65

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım specializes in advanced thoracic surgery, including lung transplantation and minimally invasive techniques at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed fellowship in lung transplantation at University of Toronto
• Expert in VATS and NUSS bar techniques for chest deformities
• Member of European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons
• Published first clinical overseas study on lung transplantation from Turkey

Dr. Mert Tanal is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He earned the European Board of Surgery Qualification (EBSQ), a prestigious professional standard in Europe. Dr. Tanal is an active member of the American College of Surgeons.

• Completed robotic surgery training at IRCAD in Strasbourg.
• Authored over 35 articles in international and national medical journals.
• Holds specialized certification in breast surgery from SENATURK.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, the first hospital in Turkey to receive this quality mark.

1,100+ asthma treatments performed – Dr. Acar brings extensive pulmonology expertise to Büyük Anadolu Hospital.

• Specialized in asthma, COPD, and allergic respiratory diseases
• Trained at Ankara Gazi University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs bronchoscopy for precise diagnosis and treatment
• Experienced in managing complex asthma cases

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Dalkilic specializes in advanced bronchoscopy and asthma care at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

• 35 years of experience of pulmonology experience
• Expert in diagnostic and interventional bronchoscopy
• Led successful smoking-cessation programs
• Special focus on COPD and related respiratory conditions

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Sariman specializes in obstructive lung diseases and sleep disorders, with 36 years of experience of experience in pulmonology.

• Expert in bronchoscopy and sleep apnea treatments
• Published research in national and international journals
• Trained in functional medicine and phytotherapy
• Participated in international asthma clinical studies
• Holds memberships in multiple professional associations

Dr. Uskul is a seasoned pulmonologist with over 26 years of experience of experience in diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, currently at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specialized in pulmonology and tuberculosis with extensive training in interventional bronchoscopy
• Holder of the Harasawa Fellowship Award from the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology
• Published 11 articles in international journals on respiratory diseases
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and European Association for Bronchology
• Completed advanced training in medical thoracoscopy and rigid bronchoscopy

Specializing in pediatric chest diseases for over 31 years of experience, Dr. Karakoc treats a wide range of respiratory conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Expert in pediatric pulmonology with extensive experience
• Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases at Marmara University
• Provides specialized care for children with respiratory issues

Dr. Tayfun Caliskan is an interventional pulmonologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer. He trained in pulmonology and critical care at The University of Chicago Medicine. Dr. Caliskan co-authored a textbook on bronchoscopy in intensive care units. He also translated a key work on EBUS bronchoscopy into Turkish.

• Expert in bronchoscopy, EBUS, and COPD management.
• Executive Board member of the Interventional Pulmonology Working Group in Turkey.
• Holds memberships in the World Association for Bronchology and European Respiratory Society.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Bayraktaroglu specializes in respiratory health at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive experience in pulmonary care.

• Over 13 years of experience of dedicated practice in pulmonology
• Residency at Yedikule Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in diagnosing and managing various respiratory conditions

Prof. Toker leads the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and specializes in robotic lung cancer surgery.

• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Expert in tracheal surgery for tumors and stenosis
• Recipient of multiple awards from European and Turkish thoracic societies
• Director of the Tracheal Surgery Program at West Virginia University

Dr. Tozkoparan trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in interventional pulmonology – a rare subspecialty for complex respiratory cases.

• 36 years of experience of pulmonology experience
• Published research on pulmonary tuberculosis in Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine
• Former professor at GATA Department of Pulmonology
• Worked at leading institutions including GATA Çamlıca Pulmonology Hospital

Over 15 years of experience of thoracic surgery experience – Dr. Eser specializes in complex respiratory conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in thoracic surgery with specialized training from Akdeniz University Hospital
• Focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for asthma and severe pneumonia
• Former thoracic surgeon at Harran University School of Medicine Hospital
• Member of Turkey's thoracic surgery community

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.

Prof. Dr. Hakki Ulutas specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery using cutting-edge uniportal VATS techniques at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 31 years of experience of experience in thoracic surgery
• Expert in uniportal VATS for various lung and chest conditions
• Trained at Inonu University, a leading center for chest surgery
• Member of European Society Thoracic Surgery and other prestigious associations
• Specializes in pediatric thoracic surgery and complex chest wall deformities