Page 2 - Best surgeons in Turkey: TOP 332 doctors

Fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic – Prof. Aytac specializes in minimally invasive and robotic techniques for complex abdominal procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 15 years of experience of surgical experience focusing on colorectal diseases
• Published 150+ international research papers on surgical outcomes
• Multiple award-winning researcher, including from the American College of Surgeons
• Board-certified in both Turkey and Europe for colorectal surgery
• Specializes in inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal oncology cases

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.

Over 6,200 treatments performed in 28 years of experience – Dr. Kara is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with patented instruments.

• Invented a laparoscopic surgical instrument for enhanced precision
• Board-certified by the Turkish Surgical Association
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for various procedures
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical organizations

Dr. Hasan Fevzi Batirel specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in complex chest procedures.

• Performs advanced thoracic surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Deputy Clinic Chief at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital

Trained at Houston's MD Anderson Cancer Center, Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in advanced laparoscopic and digestive system surgeries.

• Turkey's top scorer in gastroenterology surgery specialization exam
• Established Turkey's first inflammatory bowel disease surgery unit
• Over 23 years of experience of experience in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School

Associate Professor Burak Özkan brings international expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery, trained in Japan, Belgium, and Korea.

• 17 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Specializes in complex keloid scar treatment and reconstructive procedures
• Active member of EURAPS and International Society of Burn Injuries
• Holds leadership roles in Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious institutions including Juntendo University and Asan Medical Center

Dr. Kulaksiz specializes in rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries, bringing focused expertise to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• PhD in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) from Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Skilled in patient assessment and comprehensive postoperative care
• Expertise in advanced surgical techniques for ENT conditions

Prof. Halil Alis has performed 1,100+ laparoscopic procedures, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Specializes in colorectal, bariatric, and hepatobiliary procedures
• Active member of SAGES and EAES – leading international surgical societies
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious School of Medicine

Professor Dr. Mehmet Karaca specializes in gynecological cancers and laparoscopic surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 31 years of experience of experience in gynecology and obstetrics
• Trained in gynecological oncology surgery by the Ministry of Health
• Expert in high-risk pregnancies and urogynecology
• Faculty member at Gelisim University

Dr. Halil Alis specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, with a focus on bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in robotic-assisted surgeries using the Da Vinci system
• Extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
• Authored 74 papers in SCI and SCI-e journals, contributing to surgical advancements
• Member of prestigious international surgical associations including SAGES and EAES
• Holds leadership roles in surgical education and training

Specializes in robotic joint replacement and advanced trauma surgery at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Trained in kinematic knee replacement techniques
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures
• Published researcher in spinal biomechanics
• Certified in Stryker Mako robotic systems

Dr. Aydenizoz specializes in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care and facial aesthetics at Medical Park Antalya, combining functional health with natural-looking results.

• Over nine years of experience in ENT and facial aesthetics
• Skilled in both functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty
• Member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Offers treatments for snoring, sleep apnea, and non-surgical facial rejuvenation

Dr. Yunus Uysal specializes in robotic and advanced joint replacement surgeries, trained in Luxembourg and Nashville.

• Expert in hip and knee robotic replacement surgeries
• Completed advanced arthroplasty training with Turkish Society of Orthopaedics
• Specializes in developmental hip dysplasia treatments
• Member of International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University – Dr. Yilmaz combines academic expertise with clinical practice at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in General Surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over 15 years of experience of experience in state hospitals across Turkey
• Focuses on complex surgical cases including hernia repairs and bowel resections
• Member of the General Surgery department at a leading university hospital

Prof. Dr. Kandemir has advanced periodontal and implantology treatments with over two decades of academic leadership at Ege University.

• Former head of Periodontology at Ege University
• Specializes in periodontal disease and dental implants
• Published 14 research papers in clinical sciences
• Supervised numerous doctoral theses in dentistry
• Presented at international dental conferences

20,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Talu is a leading ophthalmologist with decades of experience at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published 50+ scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Member of ASCRS and Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic and kidney transplant surgeries, with over 24 years of experience of experience in the field.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic training in Scotland
• Published 20+ articles on general surgery and kidney transplants
• Associate Professor in General Surgery since 2020
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Performed 2,000+ hepatobiliary surgeries with 95% success rate – Prof. Aliosmanoglu leads the Organ Transplantation Unit at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed 1,000+ liver transplants with 90% success rate
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Managed Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit at Akdeniz University Hospital
• Published research on liver protection and surgical techniques

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in advanced surgical techniques at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on hernia repair and bariatric surgery.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Published multiple research papers on hernia repair techniques
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Over 12 years of experience of experience in general surgery

Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center – one of the world's leading programs in liver surgery.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and hepatobiliary surgery
• Fellowship-trained in transplantation techniques
• Member of Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Holds associate professor positions at major Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in complex liver and colorectal procedures