Doctors in Turkey — Page 27

The doctor has a robust background in oculoplastic surgery, having completed a medical degree at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. She further specialized in ophthalmology at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital, where she trained from 2011 to 2016 and continued further training until 2019. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Dr. Leyla Elmas is a dermatology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She was named the 2023 ASDS International Dermatology Specialist of the Year. Dr. Elmas graduated second in her medical class from Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa. She treats a variety of skin conditions and performs diagnostic dermatological procedures.

• Completed research and observerships at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and King’s College London.
• Received the 2024 AAD Strauss & Katz World Congress Scholarship.
• Published 10 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Holds a national patent for a medical innovation.

Dr. Yavuz Kamil Bardak is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He won the Troutman Award for his research on laser thermal keratoplasty. Dr. Bardak treats cataract and performs complex lens replacements. He completed a fellowship at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for oxidative stress research.
• Received the Best Paper Award at the 28th National Congress of EOD.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL and multifocal lens implants.
• Works at a TÜV NORD-certified clinic that treats 66,000 patients annually.

2018 - Present, Antalya/Antalya/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ANTALYA HOSPITAL

Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist

2015 - 2017, Antalya/Antalya/Türkiye

MEDICALPARK HOSPITAL AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist

2000 - 2015, Antalya/Antalya/Türkiye

AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist

Dr. Baha Toygar has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He is the co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society. The clinic is certified by TÜV NORD and treats 66,000 patients every year. Dr. Toygar specializes in cataract, presbyopia, and laser eye treatments.

• Serves as an international certified instructor for phakic IOLs and intracorneal rings.
• Selected as a moderator for premium lens symposiums at the ESCRS.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and performs ReLEx SMILE and LASIK.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Firat Ozer is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in facial rejuvenation and complex breast surgery. Dr. Ozer previously served at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, a prestigious Turkish training institution. He works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir, which treats patients from 92 countries.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, and rhinoplasty.
• Expertise in breast augmentation, reduction, and lift procedures.
• Expert in septoplasty for correcting deviated septums and breathing issues.
• Practices at a hospital with 15,000+ successful IVF and transplant procedures.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Karacaoglu previously served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA. He specializes in endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis techniques.

• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 40 research papers and contributed to five international medical books.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which follows US clinical safety standards.

Dr. Hatice Hale Tuzun is a neurologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on diagnosing and treating various neurological disorders. Dr. Tuzun previously served as a specialist at the prestigious American Hospital in Turkey. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high patient safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a medical center with ISO quality certification.
• Served as a neurology specialist at Ethica FIG Hospital for over a decade.
• Treats patients in a facility recognized for advanced brain surgery and neurology.
• Provides consultations at one of Istanbul's most modern multidisciplinary hospitals.

2021 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

INTERNAL DISEASES AND GASTROENTROLOGY SPECIALIST

2014 - 2021, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE INTERNAL DISEASES DEPARTMENT/GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT LECTURER

2012 - 2014, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP ŞEHİT KAMİL STATE HOSPITAL GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT (COMPULSORY SERVICE)

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

Dr. Haluk Duman is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors. Dr. Duman completed a high-level fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex hand and maxillofacial conditions.

• Published over 60 scientific papers on micro-surgery and aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Expert in breast reconstruction, melanoma surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Leyla Ozer is a psychiatrist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She is a founding member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association. Dr. Ozer holds national and European certifications as a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist. She focuses on depression, mood disorders, and psychiatric genetics.

• Authored over 80 scientific publications and 25 book chapters on mental health.
• Maintains membership in the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
• Winner of the TPA Research Encouragement Award and the Mood Disorders Prize.
• Served as an editorial board member for 15 medical journals.

Dr. Engin Turkgeldi is an associate professor and fertility specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in IVF, reproductive medicine, and stem cell therapy for infertility. Dr. Turkgeldi earned a master’s degree in clinical trials from the University of London. He holds a Ministry of Health certification specifically in reproductive medicine.

• Performs IVF, embryo cryopreservation, and egg cryopreservation.
• Provides ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Uses stem cell therapy to treat male infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologist and obstetrician at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in gynecology, obstetrics, and urogynecology. Dr. Ceydeli treats complex conditions like ovarian and cervical cancers. His clinic is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, a top-ranked US medical institution.

• Member of the AAGL, Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures for endometriosis and ovary removal.
• Expert in surgical techniques for hysteroscopy and hysterectomy.
• Serves at Anadolu Medical Center, a Top 10 medical tourism hospital.

Dr. Ebru Ozturk Oksuz is a fertility specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She focuses on IVF, hormone disorders, and high-risk pregnancy follow-up. Dr. Oksuz completed training in assisted reproductive therapies at Memorial Hospital. She works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Holds certifications in assisted reproductive therapies and perinatal ultrasound.
• Specialize in ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Performs embryo cryopreservation and genetic testing for aneuploidy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics.