Best Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Servet Izci is a cardiologist with 24 years of clinical practice. He earned his MD at Fırat University (1996–2002). He completed a cardiology residency at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital (2010–2015). He worked as a consultant cardiologist at Kartal Koşuyolu (2015–2025) and Pendik Medical Park (2025–2026). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2026–present). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Clinical focus: coronary angiography and stenting via radial access. He also performs peripheral and carotid artery interventions. He manages arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Scientific output: three publications. Topics include catestatin as a predictor of mortality in acute pulmonary embolism, ECG changes during alcohol withdrawal, and the increased risk of high‑grade AV block in non‑O blood types.

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. 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. Oya Ercan is a pediatric endocrinologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She founded the Adolescent Science Branch at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. Dr. Ercan specializes in hormonal disorders in children and teenagers. She previously served as visiting Chief Resident at Middlesex Hospital in London.

• Current Head of the Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats a wide variety of pediatric endocrine and cellular conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a leading center for specialized care.
• Holds nearly four decades of clinical experience in Turkish and British medical systems.

The doctor graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry, achieving the second place in the faculty. Actively engaged in all fields of Dentistry, the doctor continually advances professionally by participating in various courses, trainings, and congresses.

Dr. Bingur Sonmez is the Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in heart surgery and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Sonmez completed his cardiac surgical training at Istanbul University. He later served as Chief Resident of Cardiovascular Surgery at St. Thomas Hospital in London.

• Leads the cardiac surgery department at a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Former Head of Surgical Sciences at Florence Nightingale Hospital.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 90% organ transplant success rate.
• Completed major international residency training in the United Kingdom.

Dr. Yasar Colak is a Professor of Gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has deep expertise in liver transplantation and therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Colak served as an invited lecturer at the Cleveland Clinic Florida. He also worked in the Presidential Health Coordinatorate in Turkey.

• Specializes in liver transplantation and digestive tract disorders.
• Completed clinical training at the Cleveland Clinic Department of Endoscopic Applications.
• Treats patients at Memorial Şişli, the first JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.
• Formerly served as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Civilization University.

Dr. Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She completed her specialized medical training at Johns Hopkins University in the United States. Dr. Ozluk later gained clinical experience at Oregon Health and Science University. She treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high organ transplant success rates.

• Completed neurosurgery specialization training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University.
• Obtained clinical training at Oregon Health and Science University.
• Works at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Previously served as a neurosurgery specialist at Acibadem Health Group.

The doctor is a graduate of one of the premier dental schools in Istanbul. With a dedicated focus on restorative and aesthetic dentistry, the doctor is committed to providing high-quality dental care and improving patient smiles through professional clinical practice.

Dr. Fazilet Karakoc is a pediatric pulmonologist at Memorial Şişli and Memorial Ataşehir hospitals in Istanbul. She serves as a member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases at Marmara University. Dr. Karakoc specializes in treating children with complex respiratory and lung conditions. She works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn this safety standard.

• Serves as both a pediatric chest specialist and a general pediatric health specialist.
• Maintains an academic role at the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats patients at one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers.
• Focuses on pediatric pulmonology within a hospital network serving 160+ countries.

Dr. Deniz Gören is a hematologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating blood cancers and complex bone marrow disorders. Dr. Gören represents the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation. She completed selective medical training at Harvard University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
• Completed a specialist masterclass in lymphoma at the Turkish Academy of Blood Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, which reports a 90% organ transplant success rate.
• Member of the Turkish Academy of Blood Science and the EBMT.

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She focuses on endocrine and metabolic diseases. Dr. Aydin graduated from the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine. She later finished her residency at the Istanbul School of Medicine.

• Expert in managing complex internal medical conditions and metabolic disorders.
• Provides differential diagnosis and monitoring for varied internal diseases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.
• Performs diverse diagnostic screenings, including heart, cancer, and endocrine check-ups.

Dr. Dilek Erkan is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She served as the Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Ondokuz Mayis University. Dr. Erkan began her medical practice in 1982. She works at the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

• Former Head of Department at Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats patients at Memorial Şişli, a center with 13 operating rooms.
• Served as a faculty member in ophthalmology for over 15 years.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

Dr. Esra Kaytan Saglam is a radiation oncologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in TrueBeam technology and stereotaxic radiosurgery for cancer treatment. Dr. Saglam serves as the Chief Editor for the Turkish Society of Oncology. She has authored over 110 scientific publications on various oncological issues.

• Acts as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Oncology.
• Sits on the Scientific Advisory Board for the Journal of Medical Sciences.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center with top transplant success rates.

Dr. Cagatay Cetinkaya is a breast and thoracic surgeon at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He treats conditions requiring surgical intervention within the chest and breast areas. Dr. Cetinkaya previously served as the Chief Physician at Bilecik Golpazari State Hospital. He completed his clinical research training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in thoracic surgery and breast surgery procedures.
• Was the lead physician at a state medical facility in Bilecik.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Practices within a medical group that reports a 90% organ transplant success rate.

Dr. Selin Bozkurt Alp is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist. She earned her medical degree from Uludag University in 2010. She completed specialty training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital in 2018. She worked at Giresun Tirebolu State Hospital during compulsory service from 2020–2021. She later served at Istanbul Sultanbeyli State Hospital.

Her practice covers stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic rehabilitation, and rheumatic diseases. She provides pain management. She performs botulinum toxin injections, ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections, PRP, ESWT, and robotic therapy (RoboSpine). She also offers acupuncture, phytotherapy, and neural therapy. Her interests include fibromyalgia, cervical and lumbar disc herniation, heel spur, lipedema, and pediatric orthopedic conditions.

Dr. Oguz Acar is a neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is a co-author of the textbook 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'. Dr. Acar specializes in treating brain and spine conditions. He manages cases of glioma, epilepsy, and various movement disorders. Dr. Acar works at Turkey's first JCI-accredited medical center.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on neurological care.
• Treats complex conditions like spine tumors and skull injuries.
• Provides care for patients with herniation and nervous disorders.
• Practices at a hospital serving patients from 160+ countries annually.