Best transplant surgeons in Turkey: TOP 68 doctors

Prof. Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in cancer treatment and organ transplants, with over 30 years of experience 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

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Ozer brings 22 years of experience 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 24 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Member of Ankara Surgical Association
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities

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

• Over 30 years of experience' 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

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

Over 32 years of experience 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

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 24 years of experience 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.

• 33 years of experience 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

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

Asli Tapan Kavusturan brings over 26 years of experience 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

With 26 years of experience 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

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Özsoy, MD, is a general surgeon who specializes in hepatobiliary surgery and liver and kidney transplantation. He heads the Liver Transplantation Center at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. He also leads the Kidney Transplantation Units at Kyrgyzstan Turkish Friendship Hospital and at Etlik City Hospital in Ankara.

He is board-certified in general surgery (2010). His credentials include Liver Donor and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery certification (Kent Hospital, 2010), a Liver Transplantation certificate (İnönü University Liver Transplant Institute, 2014–2015), an Experimental Microsurgery certificate (2013), and Endoscopy and ERCP certificates. He is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association, and the Turkish Society of Reconstructive and Microsurgery.

He has served as Professor of General Surgery at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University since 2021. His research focuses on kidney and liver ischemia–reperfusion injury and on seroma prevention. He has supervised a thesis on hepatoprotection.

Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 30 years of experience, 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

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.

• 31 years of experience 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

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle – Dr. Karacaoglan brings 33 years of experience 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 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