Doctors in Turkey — Page 20

Dr. Mehmet Saygi is a cardiology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 2,500 coronary angiographies throughout his career. Dr. Saygi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease and heart failure. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves 500,000+ patients annually.

• Performed over 300 stent and balloon procedures.
• Expert in transesophageal echocardiography and holter monitoring for arrhythmias.
• Treats complex cardiovascular conditions including heart valve diseases and hypertension.
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training Hospital.

Dr. Burak Teymen is an interventional cardiologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in heart and vascular diseases. Dr. Teymen treats patients using angiography, balloon angioplasty, and stent placement. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed his cardiology training in 2005.

• Holds the rank of Associate Professor in cardiology.
• Maintains his own private practice in Kadıköy.
• Works at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Expert in up-to-date diagnostic and treatment methods for heart health.

Dr. Sinan Çomu is a pediatric neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He applies American treatment methods learned during his extensive training in the USA. Dr. Çomu treats movement disorders, epilepsy, and developmental delays in children. He is a member of the Child Neurology Society.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology, genetic problems, and behavioral disorders.
• Completed a child neurology residency at the University of Pittsburgh.
• Treats neurological conditions in fetuses during high-risk pregnancies.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.

Dr. Oguzhan Babacan is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation for children with leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Babacan has performed allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants for 13 years. He treats rare blood disorders and solid tumors in pediatric patients.

• Performs complex bone marrow transplants for leukemia and lymphoma cases.
• Treats childhood blood disorders like thalassemia, hemophilia, and aplastic anemia.
• Expertise in pediatric oncology, including neuroblastoma and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Safak Olgan is a gynecologist and IVF specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital. He focus on reproductive medicine and laparoscopic surgery. He treats infertility using research-backed methods for embryo transfer and uterine health. Dr. Olgan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Winner of the EBCOG Andre Van Assche Kuleuven award for best study.
• Representative for Turkey in the European Network of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Researches the effects of obesity and endometrial compaction on IVF success.
• Expert in uterine manipulation techniques for laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Dr. Mehmet Halis Cerci is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He gained significant experience during his specialized training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Cerci served as a medical officer for the Turkish Naval Forces Command before entering private practice. He treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and traumatic injuries.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Completed residency training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Served as a medical officer in the Turkish Naval Forces.
• Expertise in general orthopedics and traumatology.

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He holds extensive leadership experience in Turkish neurosurgery. Dr. Kaynar previously directed the Istanbul University Institute of Neurological Sciences. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University.
• Served as a Board Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Former Head of the Neurovascular Group of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Served on the qualification board for the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Turker Sahiner is a neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is the founding president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch. Dr. Sahiner specializes in treating Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy. He works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

• Member of the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment.
• Holds membership in the Society for Neuroscience.
• Completed neurology specialization training at Ondokuz Mayis University.
• Member of the Turkish Brain Research and Neuroscience Association.

Dr. Gursel Remzi Soybir is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Etiler Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in breast and thyroid surgery. Dr. Soybir previously served as the Head of the General Surgery Department at Namuk Kemal University. He treats patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

• Former Assistant Director of the Surgery Clinic at Haseki Hospital.
• He served as Head Assistant at the Taksim Hospital Surgery Clinic.
• Member of the National Surgery Society and the Izmir Breast Disease Association.
• Is a member of the Turkey Endoscopic–Laparoscopic Surgery Association.

Dr. Ismail Onder Uysal is an ENT and plastic surgery specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital. He has performed 2,500+ successful procedures. He is known for his skill in primary and revision rhinoplasty. Dr. Uysal uses both open and closed surgical techniques. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that meets US safety standards.

• Specializes in complex nose reshaping and functional breathing surgeries.
• Served as a lecturer in academic medicine at Cumhuriyet University.
• Author of several research papers in international medical journals.
• Treats a high volume of international patients seeking specialized care.

Dr. Erdem Akbal is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He has authored over 100 international indexed publications. Dr. Akbal completed specific training in interventional endoscopy at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He holds academic rank as a professor.

• Completed training for endoscopic ultrasound at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA.
• Trained in POEM and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

The doctor is an experienced Associate Professor of General Surgery with a distinguished career spanning over a decade in leading medical institutions. Currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the doctor has held significant academic and clinical positions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Science University, and Acibadem University Atakent Hospital.

With a strong background in general surgery, the doctor has progressed from a specialist role to an Associate Professor, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence and medical education. The doctor's career reflects extensive experience in high-volume hospital settings, focusing on surgical patient care and professional development within the field of general surgery.

Dr. Onur Telli is a urologist and pediatric specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He focuses on diagnosing and treating congenital urogenital anomalies. He has received awards from the European Association of Urology and the European Society for Pediatric Urology. Dr. Telli works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Published over 50 international articles and contributed to three pediatric urology books.
• Conducted population-based research on nocturia in women of reproductive age.
• Member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Urology.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Pediatric Urology.

Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is an endocrinologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He treats metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders. He holds a medical board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Yalcin also has a certification as a Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global standard for medical safety.

• Published 8 international and 10 national research papers.
• Completed a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Ankara Numune.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Completed specialized training in thyroid and neck ultrasonography.

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery across major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Hanimoglu works within a surgical department known for robotic and genetics-based procedures. He practices at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation for safety.

• Serves as a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital.
• Holds a clinical role at Istanbul Biruni University.
• Practiced at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 90% organ transplant success rate.