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Ali Zirh

  • 4.8 Excellent 39 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • 1500+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
  • Award-winning stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon from Turkey, working for over 30 years. 

    Expert in deep brain stimulation (DBS). Has provided over 850 successful DBS procedures and more than 1,350 neurosurgery procedures. Broke a Guinness World Record for the biggest number of patients after DBS gathered in one place. Was trained in Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Israel, Belgium, and the USA. Cooperates with Bookimed from 2018 and regularly trains and educates the Bookimed’s team for training and education in neurology.

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High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$20,000 - $20,000
Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
$15,000 - $19,000
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Tayfun Apuhan

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan is a specialist in ENT and Head & Neck Surgery. He is known for his skill in treating ear infections, repairing the tympanic membrane, and performing rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty. He also has experience in adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, sleep apnea surgery, vocal cord microsurgery, and head and neck tumor surgery. Dr. Apuhan founded the ENT and Head & Neck Surgery Department at Özel A Plus Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

    Dr. Apuhan earned his medical degree from İnönü University. He completed further training at Abant Izzet Baysal University, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Gazi University, and The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. He has published over 200 scientific articles. He has also served as a session chair and editor at international conferences and journals. Dr. Apuhan currently leads the audiometry program at Doğuş University.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Nuri Alper Sahbaz

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Nuri Alper Sahbaz is an experienced endocrine and general surgeon. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He also gained advanced clinical experience at Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Medical School. He holds the European Board of Endocrine Surgery Qualification. Only five surgeons in Turkey have this accreditation.

    Dr. Sahbaz focuses on surgeries of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, and neuroendocrine tumors. He is skilled in laparoscopic and minimally invasive procedures. He has performed more than 2,000 surgeries in these areas. He is also known for his expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Zafer Orkun Toktas

  • 4.5 Good 50 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • 2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey

    MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2018 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey

    VM MEDICAL PARK PENDİK HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2012 - 2018, İstanbul/Turkey

    BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL PARK GÖZTEPE HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2009 - 2011, Bitlis/Turkey

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH TATVAN STATE HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

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Coronary artery bypass grafting
$13,000 - $20,000
FUE hair transplant
$1,900 - $2,500
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$1,500 - $2,900
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Derda Ozer

  • 4.9 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Medical interests:

    • 1. Ocular Oncology

    • 2. Surgical Retina

    • 3. Uveitis

    • 4. Medical Retina

    • 5. Cataract

    Education:

    • 1. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2004-2010

    • 2. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology 2011-2016

    Experience:

    • Liv Hospital Ulus

    • 1st Hakkari State Hospital

    • 2. Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Faculty of Medicine

    • 3. Yeni Yüzyıl University, Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital

    Research & Publications:

    Dr. Derda Ozer has worked on 5 major research projects in ophthalmology, including studies on uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal conditions. He has helped test new treatments for inflammatory and vascular eye diseases in clinical trials.

    Dr. Ozer has also published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals such as Cornea and International Ophthalmology. His work focuses on advanced imaging techniques, long-term outcome studies, and evaluations of innovative treatments.

    Memberships:

    • 1st Turkish Ophthalmology Association

    • 2nd Turkish Medical Association

    Awards:

    • 1. ICO-STAAR Surgical Three-Month Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina

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Vagus nerve stimulation
$27,500 - $35,000
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Kaplan Baha Temizgonul

  • 5 Excellent 12 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lotus Bariatrics Clinic
  • Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is a bariatric surgeon with expertise in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric procedures. He has been practicing since 2015. He trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, one of Turkey’s busiest centers for laparoscopic surgery.

    He graduated from Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. This university is known for its work in sleeve gastrectomy. Dr. Temizgonul also has experience in war surgery from his service at the Syrian border. He has published several peer-reviewed articles and is known for his caring approach to patients.

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$3,650 - $4,480
Gastric bypass
$4,500 - $5,000
Resection of gallbladder
$3,522 - $4,930
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Furkan Erol Karabekmez

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Ankara, Prof. Furkan Karabekmez's Aesthetic Surgery Clinic
  • He finished Plastic Surgery training in 2009 and worked at Mayo Clinic, Plastic Surgery department as a Research Fellow in the USA. He had the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Diploma. He worked in Munster University Clinical, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery department. He worked at Al Hayat National Hospital in Saudi Arabia for two years and have a licence from Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. He can speak fluently English and Turkish and have a beginner-level Arabic language. In December 2021, he started to work in his private clinic in Ankara Turkey. He has published 58 previewed articles and several book chapters, He has 128 presentation.
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Facelift
$3,639 - $3,668
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$1,174 - $1,409
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Selman Sarica

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Selman Sarica, M.D., is a board-certified otorhinolaryngologist. He specializes in otology, pediatric ENT, snoring surgery, head and neck tumors, laryngology, functional nasal surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, and salivary gland surgery. He received his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his ENT residency at Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University, where he now serves as an Associate Professor.

    Dr. Sarica has performed hundreds of advanced ear, nose, and throat surgeries. His experience includes complex head and neck tumor resections and endoscopic procedures. He is known for his research in voice analysis and has published several peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Sarica holds national accreditation and is respected for his clinical and academic work in ENT.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Prof Dr Baris Nurogluu

  • 4.9 Excellent 182 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. MED
  • EDUCATION Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Urology Specialization Training, 1 9 9 2-1 9 9 7, Ankara/Türkiye Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Doctor Education, 1 9 8 2-1 9 8 8, Bursa/Türkiye

    EXPERIENCE Taksim Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 9-2 0 1 6, Istanbul/Türkiye Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 7-2 0 0 9, Istanbul/Türkiye Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2 0 0 0-2 0 0 7, Ankara/Türkiye Bergama State Hospital, 1 9 9 7-2 0 0 0, Izmir/Türkiye Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1 9 9 2-1 9 9 7, Ankara/Türkiye

    - Turkish Urology Association

    - European Association of Urology

    - Turkish Urology Association Northern Marmara

    - American Urological Association

     

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Breast lift
$3,000 - $4,000
FUE hair transplant
$2,500 - $2,990
Breast reconstruction surgery
$4,566 - $5,623
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Ilker Tinay

  • 4.6 Excellent 495 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Ilker Tinay is a Urological Oncologist with expertise in minimally invasive surgery, neo-bladder reconstruction, and urological cancers. He works at Anadolu Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University and completed his urology residency at Marmara University.

    Dr. Tinay is an executive board member of the Association of Urooncology. He also serves as Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group. He is on the Board of Directors of the Urological Surgery Association, Northern Marmara Branch. Dr. Tinay is a member of the European Association of Urology and the American College of Surgeons.

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Removal of liver cancer
$20,000 - $25,000
Stomach cancer surgery
$15,200 - $21,000
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Murat Ustun

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Murat Ustun is a General Surgery Specialist in Istanbul with over 20 years of experience. He has worked at top hospitals, including Memorial Şişli Hospital, LIV Hospital Vadistanbul, and Acibadem Maslak Hospital. He also founded the Bariatric and Metabolic Center at Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

    Dr. Ustun has performed more than 6,000 advanced laparoscopic surgeries. He is skilled in endoscopic, laparoscopic, revisional, and minimally invasive bariatric procedures. He has attended 4 symposiums, 7 congresses, and 10 workshops, courses, and certified trainings.

    He is a member of several national and international associations. These include the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society, the International Bariatric Club, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$4,400 - $6,000
Ankle joint replacement
$10,000 - $15,000
Gamma Knife
$4,300 - $4,300
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Erkan Yildirim

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım is a thoracic surgeon with Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification (2003). He is also a member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons (FETCS). Dr. Yıldırım completed fellowships at several international centers. At the Toronto Lung Transplant Program, he took part in 85 recipient surgeries and nearly 100 donor organ procurements.

    Dr. Yıldırım wrote Turkey’s first overseas clinical publication on lung transplantation. He has presented at 37 international and 19 national congresses. He serves as a reviewer for leading journals and holds four patents in biomedical engineering. His areas of expertise include lung cancer, chest wall tumors, mesothelioma, benign lung diseases, and advanced chest wall deformity surgeries.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Melikgazi Ozturk

  • 4.6 Excellent 328 reviews
  • 8 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Melikgazi Ozturk is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has worked as a specialist at several leading hospitals, including Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Afyonkarahisar State Hospital, Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, and Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital.

    Dr. Ozturk completed his specialist training at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, where he also served as a research assistant from 2018 to 2023. He received his medical degree from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. He has also worked as a general practitioner at Çorum Sungurlu State Hospital. Dr. Ozturk’s background combines strong clinical experience with academic research in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$4,400 - $6,000
Ankle joint replacement
$10,000 - $15,000
Gamma Knife
$4,300 - $4,300
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Kivanc Derya Peker

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker is a surgeon with expertise in pancreatic, gallbladder, liver, and stomach surgeries. He also specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, as well as kidney transplantation. He completed his medical and surgical training at Istanbul University. He ranked among the top three in the national minor specialty exam for gastroenterological surgery.

    Dr. Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries and more than 200 liver surgeries. He has also completed many gallbladder, biliary tract, obesity-metabolic procedures, and kidney transplants. He received training at the Mayo Clinic. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. There, he provided advanced training to surgical residents.

    He is known for his research in aging and stem cell treatments. Dr. Peker has established gastroenterology surgery clinics at major hospitals. He is accredited by the Turkish HPB Association and has received a scholarship from the Turkish Surgery Association.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Gorkem Turkkan

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan started his medical education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2003 and completed it at Zonguldak Karaelmas (Bülent Ecevit) University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He completed his specialization at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and became a radiation oncology specialist in 2016.

    After completing his compulsory service, he served as a Lecturer and Head of Department at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, from May 2019 to February 2021. Meanwhile, between March and June 2020, he worked as a clinical researcher at Maastricht University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology – MAASTRO Clinic (Netherlands) on stereotactic radiotherapy, thoracic radiotherapy-related lung toxicity and proton therapy. While he was working at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and Liv Hospital Ulus Radiation Oncology Clinic between March 2021 and April 2023, he received the title of Associate Professor in February 2023. She has been serving her patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental since May 2023.

    He has performed both traditional radiotherapy and advanced radiotherapy throughout his career. He is one of the experienced physicians in our country in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided radiotherapy treatments, which have become increasingly popular and used especially recently. So far, he has successfully completed more than 2500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device.

    He has been a member of the Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology (TROD) since 2013 and the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015. He has 27 articles published in domestic and international journals, 31 oral-poster presentations presented at national and international congresses, and 5 book chapters published by national and international publishing houses. He taught Term I and Term V undergraduate courses at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, postgraduate courses within the scope of Ear Nose and Throat Department Specialization training, and Radiotherapy associate degree courses at İstinye University Vocational School of Health Services. She is currently working on 2 ongoing TÜBİTAK Projects. He is married and has a son.

    MEDICAL INTERESTS

    MR-Linac

    Linac

    Stereotactic (Pinpoint) Radiotherapy

    Prostate Cancers

    Breast Cancers

    Lung Cancers

    Rectum Cancers

    Brain and Spinal Cord Cancers

    Head and Neck Cancers

    Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT)

    Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci, M.D., is an experienced endocrinologist. He specializes in diabetes, thyroid diseases, thyroid cancers, pituitary and adrenal gland disorders, and hormone imbalances. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 1999. He completed his internal medicine residency in 2005 and his endocrinology fellowship in 2010.

    Dr. Ipekci became an Associate Professor in 2016. He has published 42 international scientific articles. His research has been cited 230 times. He has contributed to 8 national and international scientific projects, including 2 TUBITAK projects. He has received several awards for his scientific publications. Dr. Ipekci has also served as a referee for 65 articles. His work demonstrates his strong commitment to medical science.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Goksel Kalyaz

  • 4.8 Excellent 43 reviews
  • 5 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Soraca Med
  • Dr. Goksel Kalyaz is an expert in aesthetic and maxillofacial dentistry. He is known for his skill, attention to detail, and focus on new techniques. He performs oral surgery, as well as reconstructive and aesthetic dental procedures. Dr. Kalyaz is committed to achieving the best results for his patients.

    He is a member of several leading dental and surgical associations in Turkey. These include the Turkish Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EDAD), Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (TAOMS), Turkish Dental Association (TDB), Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (TPCD), and Turkish Medical Association (TTB). Dr. Kalyaz is dedicated to high standards and uses the latest technologies in his work. This makes him a respected and trusted professional in his field.

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All-on-6 Dental Implants
$5,250 - $7,000
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$3,000 - $4,500
Liposuction
$1,500 - $3,000
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Fatih Algan

  • 4.9 Excellent 17 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. Safa Manav Clinic
  • Dr. Fatih Algan, MD, FEBOPRAS, is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his specialty training in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at İnönü University in 2019.

    Dr. Algan is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS). This title shows his commitment to high European standards. He is also accredited by the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

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Breast lift
$5,580 - $5,850
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$4,970 - $4,970
Tummy tuck
$5,460 - $6,510
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Ali Gozukucuk

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a Pediatric Surgeon, born in 1969. He earned his medical degree from Çukurova University. He completed his specialization in Pediatric Surgery at Erciyes University. He has published three articles in international journals. He has also presented thirteen papers at international scientific meetings.

    Dr. Gozukucuk has worked at Erciyes University and Kahramanmaras Children's Hospital. He treats pediatric hernias, appendicitis, constipation, and other surgical conditions in children. He is dedicated to improving pediatric surgical care.

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Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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Suleyman Alici

  • 4.4 Good 174 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$2,000 - $3,000
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