Best transplant surgeons in Turkey: TOP 66 doctors

Prof. Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in cancer treatment and organ transplants, with over 25 years of experience and multiple international awards.

• Recognized for outstanding achievements in liver transplantation
• Member of the American Society of Breast Cancer and other prestigious associations
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a Ph.D. in General Surgery

Dr. Ozer brings 10+ years of ophthalmology expertise to DERDA SAGLIK HIZMETLERI, with advanced training in ocular oncology from Wills Eye Institute.

• Fellowship-trained in vitreo-retina surgery at the University of Kansas
• Published research on rare eye conditions and innovative treatments
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Presented at international conferences on ophthalmology advancements

Dr. Mesut Pekmez specializes in transplantology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, bringing years of surgical expertise to complex cases.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery
• Member of Ankara Surgical Association
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities

Associate Professor Polat brings specialized training in clinical trials and reproductive medicine to his transplantology practice at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Master's degree in Clinical Trials from the University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Göztepe Hospital
• Medical degree from Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty

Professor Abuzer Dirican leads transplantology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive expertise in liver and hepatobiliary surgery.

• Over 15 years' experience in liver transplantation
• Specializes in living donor liver transplants and complex hepatobiliary cases
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology department
• Published numerous studies on transplant outcomes
• Trained at one of Turkey's leading transplant institutes

Over 25 years specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery – Dr. Karacal brings extensive expertise to complex transplant cases at Memorial Ankara Hospital.

• Professor at Karadeniz Technical University – trained future surgeons
• Focuses on reconstructive procedures post-transplant
• Experienced in both aesthetic and functional outcomes

Prof. Bulent Unal specializes in transplantology with extensive training in surgical oncology and international research on liver transplantation techniques.

• Completed advanced training in liver transplantation at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published multiple studies on living donor liver transplantation outcomes
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists

Dr Ozden Gul brings decades of experience in general surgery, including minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at multiple leading healthcare institutions in Turkey
• Fluent in English for international patients

Performed 5,000+ kidney transplants and 1,000+ liver transplants – Prof. Dinckan leads the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specializes in complex simultaneous organ transplants
• 350+ pediatric kidney transplants performed
• Lecturer at Istinye University – trains future surgeons
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in kidney and pancreas transplants, with over 15 years of experience in transplantology. His work includes pioneering hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy techniques.

• Associate Professor in General Surgery with a focus on transplantology
• Published 20+ articles on kidney transplants and general surgery
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques in Scotland
• Member of Florence Nightingale Hospital's Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center
• Awarded by the Ministry of Health for contributions to burn center establishment

Professor Murat Zeytunlu specializes in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery at Ege University – one of Turkey's leading medical centers.

• 20+ years of experience in liver transplants and HPB surgery
• Trained at Ege University's renowned HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation Department
• Member of multiple prestigious associations including the Liver Transplantation Association
• Performs both transplant surgeries and complex oncological procedures

Specializes in kidney and liver transplants at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with advanced training in robotic and laparoscopic techniques.

• Assistant Professor at Izmir University of Economics
• Member of the European Association of Endocrine Surgeons
• Trained at Yonsei University's Thyroid Cancer Center
• Performs adrenal and parathyroid gland surgeries

With 15+ years focused exclusively on kidney and liver transplants, Dr. Turunc leads the transplant program at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in both kidney and liver transplant procedures
• Previously responsible for kidney transplant centers at Medical Park Goztepe and Medicana Çamlıca
• Member of the National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Faculty member at Bahcesehir University's Faculty of Medicine

Asli Tapan Kavusturan brings over 15 years of dental expertise at Memorial Şişli Hospital, focusing on implantology and prosthetic dentistry.

• Trained at Ege University's Faculty of Dentistry
• Active member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
• Specializes in oral implantology and aesthetic dentistry
• Participant in multiple international dental congresses and seminars
• Holds memberships in Turkish Dental Association and Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

Led organ transplantation centers at multiple universities – Dr. Peker brings deep expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in liver and kidney transplants
• Former Head of General Surgery Department
• Responsible Physician at Yeditepe University's Transplant Center
• Over 15 years in transplant surgery

Dr. Saydam Mehmet has specialized in General Surgery for over 15 years, with extensive experience in metabolic and laparoscopic surgeries.

• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy and University of Miami
• Expert in oncologic and endocrine surgeries
• Associate Professor with a focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Member of several prestigious medical institutions

Prof. Dr. Abuzer Dirican is a renowned transplant surgeon with a Certificate of Excellence for completing 1000+ liver transplants. He specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex cases.

• 20+ years of experience in transplantology and oncology
• Fellowship at Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Recipient of International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Expert in kidney and liver cancer treatments

Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 20 years, including leadership roles at Johns Hopkins and Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in kidney transplantation with a focus on complex cases
• Former Head of Organ Transplantation at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Published 35+ scientific papers on organ transplant studies
• Member of key transplant organizations including Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordinators Association

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle – Dr. Karacaoglan brings 30+ years of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' title by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Trained in breast surgery at Portland's Breast Surgery Center
• Member of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Specializes in liver and kidney transplantation at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with advanced training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on transplants
• Completed clinical fellowship at Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices
• Expertise in laparoscopic and oncological surgery techniques