Doctors in Turkey — Page 101

Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary angiography, stent procedures, and TAVI. Dr. Catakoglu completed internal medicine training at St. George's Hospital in London. He holds professional certifications from specialized clinical courses in France and Switzerland.

• Performs complex interventions for chronic complete occluded coronary arteries.
• Expert in percutaneous mitral valve repair and atrial septal defect closure.
• Uses OCT, FFR, and RFR for precise intra-coronary imaging and examinations.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, a center for surgical excellence.

Dr. Mirac Ozalp is an Associate Professor of Perinatology at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in maternal-fetal medicine and the management of high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Ozalp focuses on prenatal diagnosis and intrauterine fetal blood transfusions. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Expertise in detailed ultrasound and fetal echocardiography for prenatal screening.
• Manages complex cases including multiple pregnancies and recurrent pregnancy losses.
• Performs specialized procedures like amniocentesis and chorionic villus biopsy (CVS).
• Provides care for uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and ovarian cysts.

Dr. Emin Inalkac is an ENT surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He specializes in both functional and cosmetic procedures for the ear, nose, and throat. Dr. Inalkac graduated from Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine. He treats international patients in fluent English.

• Performs sleep apnea and snoring surgeries guided by clinical sleep studies.
• Specializes in rhinoplasty and otoplasty for functional and aesthetic results.
• Treats chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps using endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Works at a Turkish Ministry of Health-accredited center treating 180,000 patients annually.

Dr. Abdullah Dastan is an ENT surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He has performed surgical and medical treatments for over 30 years. Dr. Dastan graduated from Atatürk University and specialized at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He focuses on precise surgical techniques for both adult and pediatric patients.

• Specializes in rhinology including septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Treats complex ear conditions such as hearing loss and middle ear infections.
• Performs head and neck surgeries for thyroid and salivary gland tumors.
• Practices at a medical center accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Dr. Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümraniye Medical Center in Istanbul. He is recognized for precision in microsurgery and high-tech ophthalmic tools. Dr. Gelegen specializes in cataract and refractive surgery alongside retinal and corneal care. He performs phacoemulsification using premium intraocular lenses for vision restoration.

• Corrects myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism using laser vision techniques.
• Treats diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment.
• Performs corneal transplants and manages complex keratoconus cases.
• Works at Ümraniye Medical Center, a Ministry of Health-accredited facility.

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ in Istanbul. She specializes in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgeries. Dr. Yogurtcu graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. She is fluent in English and performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

• Treats gallbladder disease, hernias, and malignant breast conditions.
• Performs thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland operations.
• Manages emergency and trauma surgical cases.
• Works at a Ministry of Health-accredited center treating 180,000 patients annually.

Dr. Jale Tascioglu is an infectious diseases specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. She specializes in the management of HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and resistant hospital-acquired infections. Dr. Tascioglu trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She provides evidence-based care for complex viral and bacterial conditions.

• Specializes in advanced protocols for long-term HIV and hepatitis management.
• Treats systemic, respiratory, and urinary tract infections.
• Manages COVID-19 clinical care and post-infection follow-up.
• Works at a Ministry of Health-accredited center treating 180,000 patients annually.

Ms. Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietitian at Umran Tip Merkezi in Istanbul. She specializes in evidence-based nutrition programs for health promotion and disease management. She provides personalized counseling in English for international patients. Her work supports patients during weight control and metabolic disorder treatment.

• Expertise in clinical diet planning for diabetes and thyroid disorders.
• Develops sports nutrition strategies to improve athlete performance and recovery.
• Designs growth-oriented meal plans for pediatric and adolescent nutrition.
• Works at a Ministry of Health-accredited center with 30+ years of experience.

Dr. Gokhan Ertugrul is a transplant surgeon at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in kidney transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery. Dr. Ertugrul also provides care as a general and colorectal surgeon. He is a medical researcher with a focus on post-transplant patient monitoring.

• Researches BK virus clinical effects in kidney transplant patients.
• Studied how graft body weight ratios affect post-transplant creatinine levels.
• Published scientific work in journals including the Archives of Organ Transplantation.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, a multi-specialty center treating 433,000 patients annually.

Dr. Hasan Biri is a urologist and founding president of Koru Healthcare Group. He specializes in robotic surgery for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers. Dr. Biri conducted oncology research at the University of Southern California Uro-oncology Center. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Authored over 80 national and international scientific publications.
• Former head of urology and chief physician at Gazi Ankara Hospital.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Treats complex conditions like urolithiasis, azoospermia, and urethral strictures.