Doctors in Turkey — Page 40

2018- Currently MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Hematology Specialist / Istanbul

2006 - 2015 GÖLCÜK MILITARY HOSPITAL

Hematology Specialist - Deputy Chief Physician - Quality

Management Director / Denizli

1998 - 2006 ERCIYES UNIVERSITY

Hematology Specialist - Internal Medicine Specialist / Kayseri

Dr. Abdullmutalip Simsek is a robotic and reconstructive urology specialist at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura Hospital. He is a member of the American Urological Association. He earned his PhD in reconstructive urology from the University of Sheffield, England. Dr. Simsek also holds membership in the European Association of Urology.

• Two-time recipient of the Alpay KELAMI award for Men's Sexual Health.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy and complex bladder removal with reconstruction.
• Specializes in penile curvature correction and artificial urinary sphincter implantation.
• Member of the American Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery.

The doctor is a seasoned Ophthalmologist and Cornea Specialist with over a decade of experience. Based in Istanbul, Turkey, the doctor has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures. The doctor completed post-graduation from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital and graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006.

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate. This credential signifies his alignment with high European clinical standards. Dr. Ucar specializes in treating heart and vascular conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia.

• Performs intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Maintains a Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious posting at Royal Brompton Hospital, Imperial College London. Dr. Kaplan focuses on complex heart conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia. He holds certifications from the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs angioplasty, stenting, and radiofrequency ablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Treats hypertension and atherosclerosis using minimally invasive techniques.
• Contributed to over 35 publications in international medical journals.
• Is a member of the European Society of Invasive Cardiology.

Dr. Elif Afacan Yildirim is a medical specialist in rheumatologic dermatology. She co-authored a chapter in the book "Rheumatologic Dermatology," edited by Kenan Aydoğan.

Her work highlights advanced diagnostic methods such as histopathology, capillaroscopy, and fibroscan. These tools help in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of rheumatologic skin diseases. Dr. Yildirim’s knowledge supports better care in this field.

Dr. Mehmmet Soy is a rheumatologist and immunologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has held professorships at three different Turkish universities. Dr. Soy specialized in internal diseases at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. He later earned a minor specialization in rheumatology and immunology at Çukurova University.

• Served as a professor at Trakya University.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Rheumatology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding Turkish government health tourism authorization.
• Is a member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.

Dr. Kenan Kapici is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery and complex brain tumor removal. Dr. Kapici served as the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Altinbas University. He has held senior leadership roles at Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS), discectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Is a member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Completed specialized training in microsurgery and neuroanatomy.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Senol Akman is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in knee replacement surgery and complex trauma care. Dr. Akman maintains a 90% surgical success rate. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the low-dose EOS imaging system.

• Published over 15 research papers in respected medical journals.
• Treats bone injuries, joint dislocations, and meniscus tears.
• Expert in open reduction and fixation techniques for fractures.
• Uses advanced methods for joint replacement and heterotopic ossification.

Dr. Murat Gul is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a prolific researcher with over 10 articles published in international medical journals. Dr. Gul specializes in trauma and sports injuries, including rotator cuff and ligament repairs. He completed his medical training at Istanbul University and specialized at Taksim Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs knee arthroscopy and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.
• Expert in shoulder replacement and complex joint dislocations.
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Training Council (TOTEK).
• Works at a center holding the Turkish International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Ergun Tozkoparan is a pulmonologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has deep expertise in tuberculosis, asthma, and pneumonia. He enhanced his skills in interventional pulmonology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Tozkoparan also served as a professor at the GATA Department of Pulmonology.

• Published research in CCLM regarding platelet indices in tuberculosis patients.
• Treats lung diseases at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital.
• Maintains expertise in interventional techniques for complex lung conditions.
• Gained extensive specialized training at GATA Military Medical School in Ankara.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşe Sinangil is a nephrologist with expertise in kidney failure. She has authored 30 international publications. She has also presented at 19 international scientific meetings.

Dr. Sinangil graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her specialization at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. In 2012, she finished a minor specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Nephrology, ERA, and EDTA. Dr. Sinangil is dedicated to ongoing professional development in nephrology.

Dr. Omer Uslukaya is a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery, breast health, and wound healing. Dr. Uslukaya completed neck dissection training at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in the USA. He has authored 50 scientific publications focused on surgical outcomes and reconstruction techniques.

• Specializes in laparoscopic splenectomy and complex pancreatitis treatments.
• Authored over 50 scientific papers on reconstructive and general surgery.
• Treats patients at Memorial Ataşehir, a JCI-accredited medical facility.
• Held academic positions as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor.

2013 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ATASEHIR HOSPITAL

Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist

2013 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases

Dr. Erkan Vural is a professor and ENT specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He serves on the editorial boards of two major international medical journals. Dr. Vural performs complex head and neck oncology surgeries, thyroid procedures, and cochlear implantations.

• Holds a Turkish Board Certificate in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
• Treats sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and deviated septums using surgical methods.
• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles on ototoxicity and sinus disease.
• Member of both the Turkish Association of Rhinology and Otorhinolaryngology.

Dr. Funda Tekkeşin is a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Acıbadem Ataşehir (2024–2025) and at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). At Ümraniye, she served in the Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation Unit (2020–2024). She received her MD from Hacettepe University (1995–2002). She completed a pediatric hematology–oncology fellowship at Gazi University (2010–2015).

Her expertise includes pediatric hematology and oncology, stem cell and bone marrow transplantation, childhood leukemia and lymphoma, benign and immune-related hematologic disorders, and supportive oncology care. She has published in the Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Hematology. She contributes to national and multicenter collaborations.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Ebru Altindag is an associate professor and neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Altindag has won multiple first prizes at National Epilepsy Congresses for her research publications. She also treats Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Expertise in video-EEG monitoring and electroencephalography (EEG).
• Member of the Association of Child Neurology and Neuroimmunology.
• Winner of the Kenan Tükel publishing award for research on seizure semiology.
• Recipient of a scientific research support award from the Turkish Epilepsy Association.