Best Surgery Doctors in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik founded Istanbul Faculty of Medicine's Pediatric Surgery Department and authored key textbooks in the field.

• Over 49 years specializing in pediatric surgery and urology
• Trained at London's renowned Hospital for Sick Children
• Author of 'Newborn Surgery' and other pediatric surgery textbooks
• Active member of Turkish Pediatric Surgery Society
• Continues practice at Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Alper Toker specializes in advanced thoracic surgery as Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Focused on robotic and complex thoracic procedures
• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Recognized with multiple awards for thoracic surgery research
• Trained at leading institutions including West Virginia University

Dr. Murat Kayabalı is a vascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He performed Turkey’s first in-situ femoro-popliteal bypass and first endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). Dr. Kayabalı has completed more than 2,500 vascular operations. He is a professor at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Passed the European Board of Vascular Surgery examination.
• Performed 400 carotid endarterectomies and 1,000+ lower-extremity reconstructions.
• Uses hybrid procedures combining open surgery with balloon and stent interventions.
• Former board member of the Turkish Vascular Surgery Association.

Dr. Omer Uslukaya specializes in laparoscopic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, with 50+ scientific publications in the field.

• 24 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University
• Expertise in laparoscopic splenectomy and breast surgery
• Author of numerous studies on pancreatitis and wound healing

Prof. Ercan Karakoc brings extensive expertise in abdominal and interventional radiology, with a focus on advanced imaging techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Fellowship-trained at University Hospital of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University
• Specializes in prostate fusion biopsies and uterine fibroid embolizations
• Multiple awards from European radiology societies for diagnostic excellence
• Authored 100+ peer-reviewed publications on radiology techniques
• Former head of radiology departments at multiple Turkish universities

Performed 1,100+ pediatric surgeries – Dr. Alptekin specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Şişli Kolan International Hospital.

• 23 years of experience in pediatric surgery
• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic interventions
• Completed residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Focuses on neonatal surgery and pediatric urology

Professor Cemaleddin Ertekin specializes in pancreatico-biliary surgery at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's leading medical schools.

• Over 50 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive endoscopic treatments
• Current professor at Istanbul University's Department of General Surgery
• Specializes in complex pancreatic and biliary system cases

Specialist in liver, bile duct, and pancreatic surgery – Dr. Emek focuses on minimally invasive techniques for complex cases.

• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Skilled in minimally invasive oncological surgery techniques
• Experienced in liver transplantation from living or deceased donors
• Special focus on liver, bile duct, and pancreatic surgeries

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Over 55,000 surgical cases performed in 26 years – Dr. Akcay specializes in ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Published 201 scientific articles on ophthalmology
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Uludag University and Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery

Specializes in thoracic surgical oncology with expertise in VATS and lung transplantation at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Trained in thoracic surgery at University of Paris-Sud
• Member of The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Published 13 international papers on thoracic surgery
• Performs complex procedures like tracheal surgery

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

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.

Trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – Dr. Ozel specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex abdominal conditions.

• 31 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with advanced ERCP skills
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, training future surgeons
• Works at Estexper Clinic, providing patient-centered surgical care

Dr. Muzaffer Al specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery with training from Istanbul University's top medical faculties.

• Over 16 years of surgical experience, focusing on minimally invasive techniques
• Completed specialized training in laparoscopic bariatric, oncological, and antireflux surgery
• Performs complex laparoscopic procedures with a focus on faster patient recovery
• Board-certified and experienced in both general and specialized laparoscopic surgeries