Doctors in Turkey — Page 36

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery. He completed elite clinical fellowships in Germany and Israel. Dr. Akcakaya holds the European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and functional disorders.
• Expert in microneurosurgery for brain tumors, cysts, and nerve reconstruction.
• Winner of the Second Prize for Best Oral Presentation from the Nervous System Surgery Society.
• Serves on the scientific committee for international endoscopic spine surgery courses.

Dr. Cihan Comba is a gynecologic oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in scarless surgery and radical treatments for ovarian and uterine cancers. Dr. Comba completed an observer fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He holds a prestigious individual accreditation certificate from the European Society of Gynecological Oncology.

• Performs robotic hysterectomy and minimally invasive gynecological surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like cervical dysplasia, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
• Certified in radical surgery and robotic techniques by international medical boards.
• Member of the European Society of Gynecological Oncology and Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

Specializations

• Rhinoplasty Aesthetics
• Facial Applications in Surgery
• Breast Aesthetics
• Body Shaping Aesthetics
• Liposuction
• Botox-Filler-Mesotherapy Procedures

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Bulen Can is an endocrinology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He previously served as a faculty member at Istanbul Medeniyet University. Dr. Can holds a subspecialty degree in endocrinology from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients at a clinic equipped with AI-supported imaging and digital PET/CT technology.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (TEMD).
• Completed internal medicine training at Bezm-i Âlem Vakıf Gureba.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialists Association.
• Works at a facility featuring 19 operating rooms and a dedicated research unit.

Dr. Cahide Yilmaz is a pediatric neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She is dually certified in general pediatrics and pediatric neurology. Dr. Yilmaz focuses on brain health and developmental disorders in children. She works at Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, which holds JCI accreditation.

• Served as Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurology at Mustafa Kemal University.
• Held a faculty role as Associate Professor at Yıldırım Beyazıt University.
• Treats neurological conditions using advanced monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Provides care at Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

Dr. Kadri Ozer graduated from his plastic surgery residency with a perfect 100/100 score. He is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon at JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Ozer completed his medical education in English at Hacettepe University.

• Trained in reconstructive microsurgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan.
• Completed hand surgery training at Söder Hospital in Stockholm, Sweden.
• Served as a consultant surgeon for a humanitarian aid program in Uzbekistan.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

Dr. Sevgi Yazar is a plastic, reconstructive, and hand surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She is certified by the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). Dr. Yazar completed a fellowship at UZ Brussels specializing in breast reconstruction.

• Trained in microsurgery at University Hospital Zurich.
• Studied under specialists at China Medical University Hospital and Chang Gung Memorial.
• Published over 10 scientific papers on fingertip reconstruction and skin lesion removal.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ayhan Levent is an internal medicine specialist and assistant professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Levent volunteered for medical relief efforts during the Van earthquake. He treats a variety of internal diseases and gastroenterology conditions.

• Completed internal medicine residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe.
• Practices at a JCI-certified facility that treats 4,000 patients annually.
• Completed his state service obligation at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Nihal Tastekin is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and anxiety disorders. Her research focuses on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder. She uses dynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to treat patients.

• Experienced in AMATEM clinic outpatient and inpatient addiction care.
• Treats complex mental health conditions, including paranoia and depression.
• Expert in cognitive remediation and mood disorder management.
• Works at Turkey’s first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital.

Dr. Haluk Cokugras is a triple-specialized pediatrician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds certifications in pediatrics, pediatric allergy, and pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Cokugras is a member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. He practiced at Istanbul University for over 40 years.

• Specializes in childhood allergies, asthma, and immunology.
• Treats complex pediatric infectious diseases and pulmonary conditions.
• Member of the Balkan Pediatric Society and the Turkish Pediatric Association.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility with child-friendly care areas.

The doctor is a highly esteemed psychologist with over 45 years of experience, known for founding NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and serving as rector of Uskudar University. Specializing in the treatment of stress and diseases, the doctor is also recognized for innovations in psychopharmacology.

With a prolific career, the doctor has authored several books, selling over 1 million copies, and contributed more than 150 research articles and 45 written chapters. The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty and has received numerous awards, including the World Peace Invitation Award and the Golden Axon Leadership Award.

Dr. Cihan Meral is a pediatric neurologist and pediatrician at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in childhood epilepsy and pediatric neurological disorders. Dr. Meral formerly served as Head of the Department of Pediatrics at Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital.

• Published over 30 scientific articles in international medical journals.
• Member of the Association against Epilepsy and the Child Neurology Association.
• Completed specialized training in child neurology at the Gulhan Military Medical Academy.
• Works at Memorial Ataşehir, a JCI-accredited facility for safety and quality.

Dr. Kamil Yalçın Polat is the Head of General Surgery and Transplantation at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He specializes in multi-organ transplantation, liver surgery, and surgical oncology. Dr. Polat completed master's level training at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He is an expert in liver transplantation outcomes for both adults and children.

• Served as the founder and director of a major organ transplant center.
• Published over 50 articles in SCI Expanded journals on surgical techniques.
• Trained in oncologic surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the US.
• Vice President of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Society.

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.