Best transplant surgeons in Turkey: TOP 88 doctors

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Omer Uslukaya

  • 4.4 Good 50 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • EXPERIENCE*

     

    2019 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

    MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

    General Surgeon

    2012 - 2019, Diyarbakır/Diyarbakır/Turkey

    DİCLE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    General Surgeon

    2011 - 2012, Van/Van/Turkey

    VAN REGIONAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

    General Surgeon

    2009 - 2011, Van/Van/Turkey

    HAKKARİ STATE HOSPITAL

    General Surgeon

    2004 - 2009, Van/Van/Turkey

    YÜZÜNCÜYIL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    General Surgeon

    2002 - 2004, Van/Van/Turkey

    HACIBEKİR HEALTH CENTER

    General Practitioner

     

    *EDUCATION*

     

    2018 - 2019, Diyarbakır/Turkey

    Associate Professor

    2015, Ohio/USA

    OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER

    Neck Dissection Training

    2012 - 2018, Diyarbakır/Turkey

    Assistant Professor

    1996 - 2002, Adana/Turkey

    ÇUKUROVA UNIVERSITY

    FACULTY OF MEDICINE - Medical Doctor Education

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Kamil Yalçın Polat

  • 4.4 Good 50 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
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Halil Er

  • 4.7 Excellent 47 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • **Associate Professor Halil Er**  

    **General Surgeon and Transplantologist**  

     

    **EDUCATION**  

    - 1991 – 1998: Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Medicine, Medical Specialization  

    - 2001 – 2007: Pamukkale University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery  

     

    **PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**  

    - 2007 – 2009: Erciş State Hospital, Van, Medical Doctor  

    - 2009 – 2009: Gölhisar State Hospital, Medical Doctor  

    - 2011 – 2012: Florence Nightingale Clinic, Şişli, Istanbul, Clinical Research Fellow  

    - 2009 – 2013: Pamukkale University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Department of General Surgery, Associate Professor  

    - 2013: Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Department of General Surgery, Organ Transplantation Center, Professor Tuncer Karpuzoğlu  

     

    **MEMBERSHIP IN SCIENTIFIC SOCIETIES**  

    - Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations of Turkey, 2011  

    - National Surgical Association, 2005  

     

    **SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS**  

     

    **Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals:**

     

    **1.** _Comparison of Clinical Outcomes in Hepatitis B Virus-Positive and -Negative Renal Transplant Recipients_  

    YILMAZ V.T., ÇETİNKAYA R., Akbaş H., Özdem S., ÜLGER B.V., Erbiş H., Bakirtaş M., Aliosmanoglu I., Süleymanlar G., Çolak D., et al. **INTERNATIONAL SURGERY**, vol. 104, no. 9-10, pp. 423-430, 2019 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **2.** _Comparison of Clinical Outcomes in Hepatitis B Virus-Positive and -Negative Renal Transplant Recipients_  

    YILMAZ V.T., ÇETİNKAYA R., AKBAŞ S.H., Özdem S., ÜLGER B.V., ERBİŞ H., BAKIRTAŞ M., ALİOSMANOĞLU I., SÜLEYMANLAR G., ÇOLAK D., et al. **INTERNATIONAL SURGERY**, vol. 102, pp. 126-132, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **3.** _Left Ventricle Ejection Fraction May Predict Mortality in Renal Transplant Patients_  

    Özkul F., Arık M.K., Erbiş H., Akbaş A., YILMAZ V.T., BARUTÇU A., Osmanoğlu I.A., KOÇAK H. **RENAL FAILURE**, vol. 38, no. 10, pp. 1622-1625, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **4.** _Left Ventricle Ejection Fraction May Predict Mortality in Renal Transplant Patients_  

    Özkul F., Arık M.K., Erbiş H., Akbaş A., YILMAZ V.T., Barutcu A., ALİOSMANOĞLU I., KOÇAK H. **RENAL FAILURE**, vol. 13, pp. 1-4, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **5.** _Effect of Age on the Outcome of Renal Transplantation: A Single-Center Experience_  

    Özkul F., Erbiş H., YILMAZ V.T., KOÇAK H., Osmanoğlu I.A., Dinçkan A. **PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES**, vol. 32, no. 4, pp. 827-830, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **6.** _Delayed Graft Function in Living-Donor Renal Transplantation: A Single-Center Experience with 1537 Patients_  

    Özkul F., Erbiş H., YILMAZ V.T., Öztürk B., KOÇAK H., Osmanoğlu I.A., Dinçkan A. **INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE**, vol. 9, no. 3, pp. 6716-6719, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **7.** _The Assessment of Long-Term Outcomes in HBsAg Negative Renal Transplant Recipients Who Were Transplanted from HBsAg Positive Donors_  

    YILMAZ V.T., ÜLGER B.V., Aliosmanoglu I., Erbiş H., Tuna Y., AKBAŞ S.H., Özdem S., ÇETİNKAYA R., SÜLEYMANLAR G., KOÇAK H. **TRANSPLANT INTERNATIONAL**, vol. 28, pp. 233, 2015 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **8.** _Reconstruction of Segment 5 and 8 Veins in Right Lobe Living Donor Liver Transplantation: Akdeniz University Experience_  

    Aliosmanoglu I., ÜLGER B.V., Erbiş H., Tuna Y., Öztürk B., YILMAZ V.T., Dinçkan A. **TRANSPLANT INTERNATIONAL**, vol. 28, pp. 373, 2015 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **9.** _Living Donor Liver Transplantation for Classical Maple Syrup Urine Disease: Case Report_  

    Aliosmanoglu I., Erbiş H., Soyuçen E., Öztürk B., YILMAZ V.T., Dinçkan A. **TRANSPLANT INTERNATIONAL**, vol. 28, pp. 461, 2015 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

    **10.** _An Unusual Cause of Biliary Obstruction After Liver Transplantation: Fasciola Hepatica_  

    Erbiş H., ÜLGER B.V., Aliosmanoglu I., Öztürk B., YILMAZ V.T., Dinçkan A. **TRANSPLANT INTERNATIONAL**, vol. 28, pp. 697, 2015 (SCI-Expanded)  

     

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$46,000 - $48,000
Kidney transplant
$17,000 - $18,500
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Tolga Kandogan

  • 4.5 Good 467 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • 2017 - 2018

    University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Health Practice Research Hospital

    2015 - 2018

    University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Health Practice Research Hospital

    2013 - 2018

    University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Health Practice Research Hospital

    2013

     

    Articles Published in 28 International Refereed Journals

    Papers and Posters Presented at 17 International Scientific Meetings

    Articles Published in 55 National Refereed Journals

    56 Papers and Posters Presented at National Scientific Meetings

    14 Referenced Publications in National and International Refereed Journals

    35 Domestic Panel Conference Moderators Live Surgery

    10 Domestic Courses Attended

    8 International Conferences Attended

    32 Meetings with Domestic Participants

    6 International Meetings

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$55,000 - $55,000
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$16,500 - $20,000
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Umit Ozcelik

  • 4.7 Excellent 47 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Education and Expertise

    1996-2002 – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education

    2003-2009 – Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery – Specialization Training

     

    Experience

    2009-2011 – Yüksekova State Hospital, Compulsory Service

    2011-2012 – Van/Özalp, 6th Border Regiment, Military Service

    2012-2018 – Baskent University Istanbul Health Application and Research Center Hospital

    2018-2022 – Istanbul Aydın University Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center Hospital

     

    Courses and Certificates

    Selim Anorectal Diseases Course, Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association, Istanbul, 17.12.2016 (National)

    Training Program on Istanbul Protocol, Practitioner Training, Van, 06.11.2009-07.11.2009 (International)

    Burn Course, Ankara Surgery Association, Başkent University, Ankara, 11.04.2009 (National)

    Gazi Hernia Days, Hernia Course, Gazi University, Ankara, 18.10.2008-19.10.2008 (National)

    Innovations in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Ankara Breast Diseases Association, Ankara, 22.03.

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Liver transplant
$46,000 - $48,000
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$17,000 - $18,500
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Mesut Pekmez

  • 4.5 Good 3 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
  • Education

    2002 –                 Eskisehir Osmangazi University        Faculty of Medicine

                                  Ankara Baskent University                 General Surgery

     

    Experience

    2022 – present      Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital   General Surgery

    2013 – 2022          Lokman Hekim Van Hospital                           General Surgery

    2011 – 2013          Yuksekova State Hospital                                General Surgery

     

    Memberships

      – Ankara Surgical Association

      – Ankara Breast Diseases 

     

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$13,675 - $14,222
Liver transplant
$32,500 - $35,000
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Nurettin Unal

  • New
  • 48 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Education and Expertise

    • 1970-1977 – HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
    • 1967-1970 – ZONGULDAK MEHMET CELIKEL HIGH SCHOOL

    Diseases

    • Unexplained Fainting, Bruising
    • Fetal and Congenital Heart Diseases in the Womb
    • Palpitations and Arrhythmia in Children
    • Chest Pain in Children
    • Easy Fatigue in Children
    • Heart Valve Diseases
    • Heart Muscle and Pericardium Diseases
    • Rheumatism of the Heart
    • Acquired Heart Diseases
    • Pre-Sports Cardiological Evaluation

    Professional Memberships

    • 1988 Turkish Medical Association Membership and Zonguldak-Çaycuma District Representative
    • 1988 Turkish National Pediatrics Association
    • 1995 Turkish Society of Thoracic-Cardiovascular Surgery
    • 1996 Turkish Pediatric Cardiology Association
    • 2005 Turkish Cardiology Association Membership
    • 2008 European Society of Cardiology Membership
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Banu Erkalma

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Education

    Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 2000-2006
    Internal Medicine Residency Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 2006-20011
    Nephrology Subspecialization Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 20014-2017

    Experience

    Internal Medicine Residency (2006-2012): Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine

    State Service Obligation (March 2012- June 2014): Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine Department, Diyarbakır.

    December 2017- 2022 : Istanbul Medeniyet University Prof. Dr. Süleyman Yalçın City Hospital (Formerly: Göztepe Training and Research Hospital) Nephrology Clinic

    2022-2023: Medipol Bahçelievler hospital

    2023-2024: Acıbadem international / Acıbadem fulya hospital

     

    Medical Intrests

    • Kidney Transplant
    • Hypertension
    • Diabetes
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Cystic Kidney Diseases
    • Glomerulonephritis
    • Haemodialysis
    • Peritoneal Dialysis
    • Genetic Diseases of the Kidney
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    Scientific Memberships
     

    Turkish Society of Internal Medicine Specialists (TİHUD)
    Turkish Society of Nephrology (TND)
    Transplantation Immunology and Genetics Association (TİGED)
    European renal association european dialysis and transplant association (ERA-EDTA)

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Sakir Akdemir Md

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Risus Clinic Istanbul
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Jumana Baryhe

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Aesthetical Clinic
  • Dr. Jumana Baryhe is a highly regarded medical professional with wide-ranging expertise in various procedures such as Botox injections, Non-Surgical nose correction, Hair transplant, Beard transplant, FUE hair transplant, Brow lift, Lip Implant, Eyebrow transplantation, Laser vaginal rejuvenation, Hair mesotherapy, DHI hair transplantation, among others. She is recognized for her commitment and personalized approach to patient care.
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Utkan Kızıltaç

  • New
  • 13 years of experience
  • 1000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, UnitedCare Clinic
  • Dr. X has extensive experience in Dermatology and Venereology, having studied and worked in various departments from 1999 to 2020.

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Sumeyra Cekin

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Antalya , Alara Health Group
  • Dr. Sumeyra Cekin is a board-certified family medicine doctor at Alara Health Group with experience in treating a variety of ailments and chronic diseases. She focuses on preventative care and lifestyle changes, providing personalized care plans to each patient, and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Cemalettin Camci

  • New
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Care in Turkey Clinic
  • Assistant Professor at the Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Fırat University. Dr. Cemalettin CAMCI Liver Transplantation training at Nazih Zuhdi Transplantation Institute in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA, between 2004-2005, For the training of the Organ Transplantation Center planned to be established within the Fırat University Faculty of Medicine. In March 2006, he succeeded in the Associate Professorship Exam held by the Inter-University Board and received
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Can Us

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Esthetic Hospital
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Burak

  • New
  • 6 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ERDEM HOSPITAL
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Alp Gürkan

  • 4.4 Good 10 reviews
  • 44 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Okan University Hospital
  • Dr. Alp Gürkan is an experienced surgeon specializing in organ transplants and general surgery. He has over 33 years of experience in the field and has performed over 1,900 kidney transplants and more than 3,000 surgical procedures. He has also been awarded numerous prizes, including the Turkish Department of Health Excellence Award of Renal Transplant and the Prime Minister Medical Honor Award for performing Turkey's first intestinal transplant.
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Ahmet Bayram

  • New
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, CAB Health
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Erkut Attar

  • 3 Good 2 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Yeditepe University Hospital
  • Dr. Erkut Attar is a renowned specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, with a focus on reproductive endocrinology, infertility, and reproductive immunology. He has an extensive academic background with degrees from Istanbul University, Yale University, and Northwestern University. He has held significant positions in both clinical and academic settings and has been recognized with multiple awards like the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Reproductive Immunology Special Interest Group Prize and the American Society for Reproductive Immunology Travel Award. He is also the founder and current president of the Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Society of Turkey.
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Mehmet Capkin

  • New
  • 10 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Essenca Clinic
  • Biography:

    • Birthdate: 28-01-1988
    • Birthplace: Izmir, Turkey
    • Marital Status: Married
    • City: Istanbul, Turkey

    Specialties:

    • FUE Hair Transplant
    • Sapphire/Slit Channels
    • DHI Hair Transplant
    • PRP - Mesotherapy
    • Beard Transplant
    • Eyebrow Transplant

    Work Experience:

    • Esteticum Hospital
    • Medicana Hospital
    • Istanbul Hair Clinic
    • Estethica Hospital
    • Essença Clinic

    Certificates:

    • Medipol University / Hair Treatment & Mesotherapy
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