Best Surgery Doctors in Turkey

Specialist in pediatric surgery with fellowship training at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk focuses on children's surgical needs at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Over 30 years of experience in pediatric surgery
• Expert in treating hernias and appendicitis in children
• Published research in international peer-reviewed journals
• Fellow of the Erciyes University Pediatric Surgery program

Specializes in pancreatic cancer care with da Vinci robotic surgery – brings 23 years of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained in general surgery at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar KEAH in Istanbul
• Expert in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC techniques for complex cases
• Assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School

Associate Professor of General Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital – Onur Bayraktar brings advanced academic expertise to patient care.

• Trained at multiple leading Istanbul hospitals
• Specializes in both standard and complex surgical cases
• Teaches future surgeons as an academic faculty member

Performed over 1,000 surgeries including laparoscopic hernia repairs – Dr. Karli brings extensive expertise to Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Certified in endoscopic procedures like colonoscopy and gastroscopy
• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in emergency and elective surgical cases

Dr. Sertac Demirel offers over 34 years of surgical expertise at Memorial Şişli Hospital, specializing in general surgery.

• Served as Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital
• Board-certified general surgeon with extensive clinical experience
• Special focus on comprehensive surgical treatments

Specializing in thoracic surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, Dr. Cetinkaya brings a wealth of experience in complex chest procedures.

• Over 16 years of experience in thoracic surgery
• Former research assistant at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic procedures
• Member of the Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association

Prof. Dr. Aykan specializes in glaucoma management using multidiode laser treatments – a minimally invasive approach that reduces infection risks and avoids medication dependency.

• 31 years of experience in ophthalmology with a focus on glaucoma
• Trained at Glaucoma Research and Education Group in San Francisco
• Active member of Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Glaucoma Unit
• Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Professor at Near East University School of Medicine

Dr. Altan Kir is a thoracic and robotic surgery specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He is recognized as a top expert in lung cancer treatment and surgery. Dr. Kir completed training at London Royal Brompton Hospital and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He works at Anadolu Medical Center, an institution affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Specializes in robotic lung surgery and complex airway procedures.
• Performs robotic lung segmentectomy and lobectomies for cancer patients.
• Holds membership in the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
• Treats patients at a facility ranked among the top 10 hospitals globally.

Dr. Arzu Tekkeli is a dentist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in smile design and digital dentistry using CAD/CAM technology. Dr. Tekkeli graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. She focuses on restorative and aesthetic treatments for international patients.

• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and the Oral Implantology Association.
• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and Straumann dental implant installations.
• Expertise in aesthetic dentistry and digital smile reconstruction.
• Practices at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Zehra Karaağaç specializes in oculoplastic surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler, with extensive training in eyelid and tear duct procedures.

• Board-certified in ophthalmology with a focus on oculoplastic surgery
• Trained at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)

Renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Bardak has won multiple international awards for innovative eye treatments. His research in advanced keratoconus and laser applications is globally recognized.

• 29 years of experience in complex ophthalmic surgeries
• Fellowship-trained at University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands
• Recipient of the prestigious Troutman Award for laser treatments
• Published extensively on oxidative stress in eye health
• Active in cutting-edge research on keratoconus therapies

9,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Specialized in Eye Diseases at the same university
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Authored 3 publications and articles
• Presented research on surgical treatment of third cranial nerve palsy

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay specializes in eye health, offering a range of treatments and surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Marmara University
• Member of prestigious societies including AAO and ESCRS
• Expert in cataract treatments and general eye care

Dr. Altinli leads the Surgery Center for Esophageal and Gastric Diseases at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• 29 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Former director of Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit
• Trained advanced laparoscopic surgery at Istanbul Science University
• Specializes in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures

Specializes in ocular oncology – Dr. Tuncer is experienced in radioactive plate treatment for intraocular tumors at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience
• Executive Board Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Oncology Unit
• Editorial Board Member of Turkish Journal of Ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and International Society of Ocular Oncology