Page 2 - Best transplant surgeons in Turkey: TOP 67 doctors

Prof. Murat Dayangaç is a leading liver transplant specialist, directing the Organ Transplant Center at Medipol University Hospital.

• Heads one of Turkey's top transplant centers
• Trained at Mayo Clinic – a global leader in transplantation
• Published 70+ articles on liver disease and transplantation
• Member of multiple international transplant societies

Prof. Dr. Kamil Yalçın Polat trained in liver and multi-organ transplantation at New York University's Mount Sinai Hospital.

• Head of General Surgery and Transplantation at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Performed 100+ liver transplants with focus on surgical outcomes
• Member of American Society of Transplant Surgeons
• Published 50+ SCI articles on transplantation techniques
• Specializes in complex hepatopancreatobiliary cases

Dr. Tolga Kandogan is a prominent transplantologist with extensive research contributions, including 28 international journal publications.

• Specializes in kidney and liver transplantation procedures
• Presented at 17 international scientific meetings
• Published in 55 national refereed journals
• Active participant in both domestic and international transplantology panels

Umit Ozcelik brings over 15 years of surgical experience to Transplantology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialized in general surgery at Baskent University – a leader in medical education
• Certified in critical anorectal diseases and breast cancer treatments
• Military service provided experience in high-pressure medical environments

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. Nurettin Unal specializes in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart diseases with over 40 years of experience at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expert in fetal and congenital heart diseases in the womb
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Specializes in heart valve and muscle diseases
• Provides pre-sports cardiological evaluations for children

Dr. Emiroglu brings 25+ years of surgical expertise to transplantology at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with specialized training in endocrine and breast surgery.

• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including the Turkish Society of Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Participated in advanced surgical courses in Germany
• Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery techniques

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

​Dr. Tolgahan Alagöz is a hair transplant specialist with 16 years of experience, practicing at Vital Clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. He offers comprehensive hair restoration services, including a premium all-inclusive hair transplant package that encompasses accommodations and post-operative care.

Dr. Alakaya is a pioneer in Sapphire FUE hair transplants, performing numerous successful operations over 10+ years at Gold City Hair.

• Developed innovative hair surgery methods presented at national congresses
• Member of European and International Hair Restoration Societies
• Trains other doctors and nurses in advanced hair transplant techniques
• Graduated from Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Jumana Baryhe is renowned for her expertise in cosmetic, dental, and surgical procedures, with a strong focus on patient care.

• Specializes in a wide range of transplantology-related procedures
• Known for exceptional patient care and outcomes
• Works at Aesthetical Clinic, a leading facility for medical treatments

Dr Murat Erol brings over 20 years of dental expertise to Ümran Tip Merkezi, focusing on comprehensive oral health and aesthetic outcomes.

• Specializes in preventive, restorative, and aesthetic dentistry
• Expert in root canal therapy and prosthetic treatments
• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry
• Provides personalized treatment plans for each patient

Utkan Kızıltaç specializes in dermatology and venereology with extensive experience in hair transplant procedures at UnitedCare Clinic.

• Trained at Istanbul Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Works as Chief Physician-Dermatologist at UnitedCare Clinic
• Over 10 years of experience in dermatology and venereology

Specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants at Biruni University Hospital, with extensive experience in hepatobiliary and laparoscopic surgery.

• Over 15 years of experience in transplantology and general surgery
• Trained at Pamukkale and Akdeniz Universities, renowned for surgical excellence
• Member of Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association
• Skilled in both adult and pediatric transplant procedures

Dr. Mustafa Aydin specializes in internal medicine with a focus on chronic disease management and preventive care at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Expert in diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders
• Skilled in managing gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions
• Provides comprehensive health screenings and personalized care plans
• Graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Alp Gürkan pioneered Turkey's first laparoscopic kidney transplant from a live donor and established the country's first non-university organ transplant clinic.

• Over 20 years of experience in transplantology
• Recipient of multiple awards from the Turkish Organ Transplant Society
• Trained at Yale University's Experimental Surgery Center
• Member of the American College of Surgeons
• Specializes in live donor kidney transplants

Prof. Dr. Selami Sozubir has authored 65 scientific publications with 1,000+ citations, specializing in pediatric urology and surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Expert in pediatric genitourinary reconstructive surgery and congenital abnormalities
• Fellowship-trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center in pediatric urology
• Over 20 years of academic and clinical experience in pediatric surgery
• Award-winning researcher with national and international recognitions