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Education & Training

ENT Specialization, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, 1996

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey, 1990

Professional Experience

Specialist, Ear, Nose & Throat, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, 2005 - Present

Completed military service as a specialist at Eskişehir Military Air Hospital, 2004

Specialist, Istinye State Hospital & Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital, Ministry of Health, Turkey, 2004

Areas of Expertise

Rhinoplasty (Nose Aesthetic Surgery, Closed Technique)

Septoplasty (Nasal Septum Correction for better airflow)

Sleep Apnea Surgery Dr. Ilgın is widely regarded for his advanced techniques in the surgical treatment of sleep apnea, offering patients highly effective, tailored solutions to improve their quality of life and reduce the risks associated with sleep-disordered breathing.

Adenoidectomy (Removal of the Adenoids)

Tonsillectomy (Tonsil Removal) using the Thermal Welding Method

Ear Tube Insertion (to treat recurrent ear infections and fluid buildup)

Tympanoplasty (Eardrum Repair Surgery)

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) (For Sinusitis and Polyps)

Salivary Gland Surgery

I. Publications in International Journals

A. Experimental Studies

Doner F, Delibas N, Dogru H, Sari I, Yorgancigil B. Malondialdehyde Levels and Superoxide Dismutase Activity in Experimental Maxillary Sinusitis. Auris Nasus Larynx. 1999; 26(3): 287-91.

Döner F, Delibaş N, Dogru H, Yarıktaş M, Demirci M. The Role of Free Oxygen Radicals in Experimental Otitis Media. J Basis Clin Physiol Pharmacol. 2002; 13: 33-40.

Tuz M, Eroglu E, Dogru H, Delibas N, Tunc B, Uygur K. The Effect of Replacement Fluids and Normovolemic Hemodilution on the Survival of Dorsal Skin Flaps in Rats. Clin Otolaryngol. 2004; 29(1): 80-83.

Yarıktas M, Doner F, Ozguner F, Gokalp O, Dogru H, Delibas N. Nitric Oxide Level in the Nasal and Sinus Mucosa After Exposure to Electromagnetic Field. Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. 2004.

Dr. Doğukan Aydenizöz Clinic in Antalya is a trusted destination for
advanced ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care, as well as facial aesthetic
treatments. Dr. Aydenizöz graduated from Afyon Kocatepe University
Faculty of Medicine in 2016 and completed his ENT speciality training
at Antalya Training and Research Hospital in 2022. He has since
established himself as a respected surgeon, known for his precision,
clear communication, and patient-centred approach.

With over nine years of experience, Dr. Aydenizöz offers a
comprehensive range of services including functional and aesthetic
rhinoplasty, septoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, treatment for
snoring and sleep apnea, eyelid aesthetics, and non-surgical facial
rejuvenation with anti-wrinkle treatment and fillers. His clinic
focuses on combining functional health with natural-looking aesthetic
results.

Previously, Dr. Aydenizöz served in Dinar State Hospital and Sinanpaşa
Community Health Centre. He now works as a senior ENT and facial
aesthetics specialist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He
is an active member of the Antalya Medical Chamber and the Turkish
Facial Plastic Surgery Association and regularly participates in
national and international medical congresses.

Patients appreciate his calm and informative demeanour, as well as the
clinic’s warm environment, modern facilities, and high standards of
hygiene and professionalism. Whether seeking treatment for a medical
ENT condition or a cosmetic enhancement, Dr. Aydenizöz ensures each
patient receives personalised care tailored to their needs and
expectations.

Medical School Residency : Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine (2002-2008) Palermo University, Italy (2007) : Ankara University Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Ankara, Turkey (2009-2014) Philadelphia Ear, Nose and Throat Associates; The Voice Foundation, Philadelphia, USA (November 2013) Medical University of Graz Division of Phoniatrics, Graz, AUSTRIA (October 2014) Work Experience : Van State Hospital, Turkey (December 2014 – January 2016)Fulya Acibadem Hospital Istanbul, Turkey (January 2016 – Present) Phd Thesis Languages : “Epidemiologic, clinical, prognostic evaluation and acoustic analysis of dysphonia patients who apply to Ankara University ORL HNS department” : English, Italian

Dr. Mustafa Ibas is an ENT specialist. He has clinical experience in childhood ENT diseases, rhinoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, ear diseases, hearing loss, head and neck surgery, salivary gland diseases, and maxillofacial trauma surgery. Dr. Ibas worked as an ENT specialist at Ankara Etimesgut Sait Ertürk State Hospital from 2023 to 2024. He also served at Mardin Midyat State Hospital from 2022 to 2023. He completed his assistant physician training at Health Sciences University Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2017 and 2022.

Dr. Ibas has published several peer-reviewed articles. His research covers topics such as preauricular iatrogenic epidermoid cysts, dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, the use of probiotics in otitis media, and the anti-inflammatory effects of naringenin in otitis media. He earned his medical degree from Necmettin Erbakan University Meram Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Emre Gunbey is an Assistant Professor of ENT. He specializes in nose aesthetics, endoscopic sinus surgery, snoring and sleep apnea, and head and neck tumor surgery. He graduated from Ege University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed his ENT residency at Kecioren Training and Research Hospital in 2011.

Dr. Gunbey has worked at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and Adatip Istanbul Hospital. He also gained international experience as an observer at Mayo Clinic in the USA. He is a member of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, the European Rhinology Association, and the Facial Plastic Surgery Association.

Areas of Interests

• Endoscopic sinus surgery,
• Head and neck cancer surgery
• Allergic rhinitis diagnosis and treatments
• Pediatric ENT Diseases
• Ear Diseases

Education

• Secondary education Ataköy High School (1982-1988)
• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1988-1995)
• Foundation Gureba Training and Research Hospital, K.B.B. specialization training (1995-1999)

Experience

• Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital, Clinic of ENT (Specialist) 1999 -2010
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Specialist) 2010-2012
• Outpatient clinic, clinical and surgical studies on Endoscopic Sinus Surgery at Graz Medical Faculty, Department of ENT Diseases March 2010
• Şisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Associate Professor) 2012-2018
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Professor and Clinical Administrative Officer) 2018-2023

Areas of Interests

• Rhinoplasty
• Functional Nose Surgery
• Pediatric ENT Diseases

Education

• Hacettepe University English Faculty of Medicine
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Ear Nose Throat Diseases

Experience

• Muş Bulanık State Hospital / Compulsory Service / 2016-2017
• Central Hospital Kozyatağı / 2017-2018
• University of Health Sciences Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital / 2018-2022
• Istanbul Health and Technology University / 2022-Present

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT). He has worked at top hospitals such as Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Education and Research Hospital and Trabzon Kanuni Education and Research Hospital. He now practices at I.A.U VM MedicalPark Florya.

Dr. Vuralkan is a member of the Turkish Association of Otorhinolaryngology and the Turkish Association of Rhinology. He also supports scientific research through his work with the Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine and the Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery.

Dr. Ilhan Arslan is a surgeon and otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist. He diagnoses and surgically treats ear, nose, and throat disorders using modern techniques.

His expertise includes rhinology (septal deviation, chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, endoscopic sinus surgery). He also manages otology issues (hearing loss, ear infections, ear microsurgery) and laryngology conditions (vocal cord disorders, hoarseness, airway problems). He performs head and neck surgery, including benign and malignant tumor removal, and thyroid and salivary gland surgery. He also provides pediatric ENT care, such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and ear tube placement.

He is known for a patient-centered approach and precise ENT surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Dr. Emre TÜRKMEN is an ENT specialist focused on rhinoplasty and nasal and ear aesthetic procedures. He graduated from Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. He completed his ENT specialization at Yeditepe University in 2015. He worked for two and a half years at Giresun Şebinkarahisar State Hospital and served as chief physician in his final year. He later worked at Medipol University Faculty of Medicine and Reyap Private Hospital.

He is a member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association. He is also an active member of the European Facial Plastic Surgery Association and attends their meetings regularly. His training includes a Maxillofacial Surgery Course in Turkey and Sinus Surgery Training in Germany. He attends the All in One Rhinoplasty Congress each year. He has taken part in rhinoplasty operations with highly experienced surgeons. He currently practices at Cosmeticium Clinic.