Doctors in Turkey — Page 22

The doctor is a highly experienced Neurology Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over 15 years in major medical institutions across Türkiye. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has provided expert neurological care at several prominent healthcare facilities, including Memorial Sisli Hospital and the Private Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.

The doctor's professional journey includes significant clinical service at Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital and Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital. With a consistent focus on neurology, the doctor has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, maintaining a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

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. Fatima Bayramova is an endocrinologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She specialists in diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, and obesity. Dr. Bayramova completed residency training at both Hacettepe University and Istanbul University. She holds expertise in adrenal and pituitary disorders and osteoporosis management.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Researches correlations between bone marrow aspiration and biopsy results.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
• Fluent in medical services for both adults and children.

The doctor is a highly experienced Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist with an extensive clinical background in major medical institutions. Currently practicing at Memorial Sisli Hospital, the doctor has previously served at Service Hospital and Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, accumulating years of expertise in diagnosing and treating complex ENT conditions.

In addition to domestic clinical experience, the doctor completed an observership at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in the United States, gaining international exposure to advanced ENT practices and surgical techniques. The doctor maintains a strong focus on clinical excellence and evidence-based patient care within the field of otolaryngology.

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.

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. 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.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Dr. Teoman Akcay is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in digestive disorders, endoscopy, and liver research. Dr. Akcay completed his specialty training at Dokuz Eylül University. He treats patients at a clinic in the JCI-accredited Memorial Healthcare Group.

• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association.
• Active member of the Turkish Liver Research Association.
• Sits on the Turkish Endoscopy Association board.
• Published numerous scientific articles in national and international medical journals.

The doctor is a graduate of the Ege University Faculty of Dentistry, where a master's degree was successfully completed. With a professional focus on aesthetic dentistry and pulp health, the doctor has actively enhanced clinical expertise by participating in various international congresses throughout a dedicated career.

Currently, the doctor provides comprehensive oral and dental healthcare services at the WestDent Private Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic.

The doctor is a highly experienced Nuclear Medicine Specialist with over two decades of clinical practice. Since 2003, the doctor has been providing specialized care at Memorial Ankara Hospital. Prior to this, the doctor served as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at B. Erzincan State Hospital in 2003.

The doctor's medical career began in 1994, serving as a General Practitioner at Samsun Havza Seyhler Health Center. With a comprehensive background spanning general medicine and specialized nuclear diagnostic services, the doctor brings extensive expertise to the field of medical imaging and therapeutic nuclear medicine.

Dr. Taha Bahadir Uskul is a pulmonologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He earned the Harasawa Fellowship and Excellent Presentation Awards from the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology. Currently, he treats lung diseases and tuberculosis at a JCI-accredited facility. Dr. Uskul holds national board certification in pulmonology.

• Specializes in interventional bronchoscopy, medical thoracoscopy, and polysomnography.
• Authored 11 international and 23 national peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Completed specialized interventional training in France and Italy.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and the Turkish Thoracic Society.

Dr. Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Bayraktar earned her medical degree and residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She practiced at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Institute in the USA.

• Holds European Board of Coloproctology (EBSQ-C) specialist certification.
• Completed clinical training at Klinikum rechts der Isar in Germany.
• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgical methods.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and the European Surgical Society of Oncology.

Dr. Serkan Kitis is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and spinal conditions like herniated disks. Dr. Kitis has published over 25 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital known for its success in complex surgical cases.

• Expertise includes arteriovenous malformations, pituitary adenomas, and Moyamoya disease.
• Completed specialized microsurgical anatomy training at the Prof. Rhoton Lab.
• Authored 12 chapters in national and international medical textbooks.
• Presented over 60 scientific papers at national and international medical meetings.

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.

The doctor is a highly experienced Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist with a robust clinical background spanning several major medical institutions in Turkey. Currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital since 2022, the doctor has previously served in key clinical roles at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine Hospital and Kahta State Hospital.

Throughout a career dedicated to women's health, the doctor has focused on providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care, managing complex clinical cases, and maintaining high standards of patient treatment within both university hospital settings and state medical facilities.

Dr. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
• Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.