Doctors in Turkey — Page 44

Dr. Emel Torun is a professor of pediatrics at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on child nutrition, growth monitoring, and vaccination schedules. Dr. Torun has published research on vitamin D deficiency and rickets management. She holds a medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University.

• Serves as a professor at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine.
• Former professor at Bezmialem Vakıf University for over a decade.
• Expert in breastfeeding benefits and childhood vitamin-mineral supplementation.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Ibrahim Cansaran is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He ranked second nationally in the 2017 Turkish pediatric cardiology board exam. Dr. Cansaran has authored over 150 scientific papers with 1,200 citations. He specializes in interventional angiography procedures for children.

• Performed over 250 pediatric interventional missions across Kosovo, Libya, and Kenya.
• Former Vice Chair of the Interventional Cardiology Working Group.
• Served as the Director of Pediatric Cardiology Angiography at Çam & Sakura Hospital.
• Completed specialty training at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and Fuwai Heart Center.

Dr. Ali Hakan Kaya is an Associate Professor and hematologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on stem cell transplantation and the treatment of complex blood cancers. Dr. Kaya has deep expertise in managing acute and chronic leukemias, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma. He practices at a facility authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

• Performs autologous and allogeneic bone marrow transplantations.
• Treats marrow deficiencies, including myelodysplastic syndrome and aplastic anemia.
• Administers targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and inpatient chemotherapies.
• Managed hematology and stem cell units at several major Turkish training hospitals.

Dr. Necdet Demir is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in trauma surgery, arthroscopic procedures, and arthroplasty. Dr. Demir completed his medical education at Istanbul University and specialization at Bezmialem Vakif University. He currently treats patients at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

• Performs arthroscopic meniscus repair and complex sports injury surgeries.
• Published research on body mass index effects following arthroscopic surgery.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats patients at a center serving over 300 international visitors annually.

Dr. Nusret Can Çilesiz is a urologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic surgery and uro-oncology for prostate and bladder cancer treatment. Dr. Çilesiz is an expert in endourology and laparoscopic techniques. He practices at a facility holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

• Performs stem cell therapy for male infertility.
• Treats complex stone diseases and andrology conditions.
• Maintained a clinical focus at Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.
• Published research on rare renal masses in major medical journals.

Dr. Oktay Sari is a specialist in nuclear medicine at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on pancreatico-biliary and gastroenterology surgery diagnostics. Dr. Sari held a professorship at Selcuk University for five years. He possesses extensive expertise in endoscopic diagnostic treatments and trauma surgery support.

• Completed medical residency at the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.
• Clinical interests include emergency surgery diagnostics and nuclear medicine imaging.
• Practices at a ministry-authorized center for international health tourism in Istanbul.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team across 20 specialized hospital departments.

Dr. Adem Topaloglu is a general surgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specialized in bariatric revision surgery at the Universite Libre Bruxelles Erasmus Hospital in Belgium. Dr. Topaloglu has held surgical clinic leadership roles in prestigious Swiss and Belgian hospitals. He treats patients for obesity, metabolic disorders, and various cancers.

• Served as Chief of Surgery Clinic at Neuchatel Hospital in Switzerland.
• Expert in bariatric procedures and complex revision surgeries for obesity.
• Focuses on laparoscopic, breast, and endocrine cancer surgeries.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

Dr. Didem Tastekin is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on gastrointestinal system (GI) cancer, cancer vaccines, and lung cancer. Dr. Tastekin is a professor at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute. She treats rare cancers and breast cancers with evidence-based protocols.

• Expertise in cancer vaccines and immunotherapy applications.
• Completed oncology training at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute.
• Treats patients at a Turkish government-authorized medical tourism center.
• Specializes in complex gastrointestinal and rare cancer cases.

Dr. Cemaleddin Ertekin is a professor of general surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in pancreatico-biliary and gastroenterology surgery. Dr. Ertekin teaches at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University. He performs complex procedures like gastroenterostomy and ERCP.

• Specializes in endoscopic diagnostic treatments and pancreatic cyst management.
• Expert in trauma and emergency surgery.
• Practices at a clinic holding the Turkish International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Treats patients at a multi-specialty center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Ibrohim Saduakhassov is a patient consultant and medical interpreter at Men's Health Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in urology patient coordination and cross-cultural communication. He speaks Russian, English, Kazakh, and Turkish at a native level.

• Supports the full care pathway from initial consultation to postoperative follow-up.
• Facilitates clear communication between international patients and the medical team.
• Works at a JCI-accredited clinic founded by Prof. Dr. Barış Nuhoğlu.
• Coordinates care for patients traveling from Europe, the USA, and Russian-speaking countries.

Dr. Elif Cömert Özer is a dermatologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She specializes in cosmetic applications, pediatric dermatology, and allergic skin diseases. Dr. Özer earned her medical degree from Uludağ University. She completed her residency at Marmara University Department of Dermatology.

• Performs skin tumor surgery, biopsy, and nevus monitoring.
• Treats psoriasis, acne, and sexually transmitted diseases.
• Expert in Botox, fillers, mesotherapy, and PRP treatments.
• Published research on omalizumab safety for chronic spontaneous urticaria.

Dr. Hilmi Apak leads Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University. He has held this leadership role since 2007. Dr. Apak specializes in treating childhood leukemia, lymphomas, and rare blood disorders. He works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. This clinic holds a health tourism authorization from the Turkish government.

• Treats complex conditions like acute lymphoblastic leukemia and aplastic anemia.
• Expertise includes chemotherapy, nutritional anemias, thalassemia, and hemophilia.
• Served as the head of the Science Department until 2012.
• Authored research on the molecular spectrum of Turkish osteopetrosis.

Dr. Abdullah Özkardes is a neurologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in Botox applications for migraines and pain management. Dr. Özkardes has extensive experience in neurophysiology, including EMG and EEG diagnostics. He also treats multiple sclerosis and sleep-related conditions.

• Expertise in Flight Medicine and Sleep Medicine (PSG).
• Performed clinical research on central nervous system alterations.
• Former Chief Medical Officer at Kütahya Air Hospital.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

Dr. Hazel Çagin Kuzey is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She specializes in infertility treatment, pregnancy follow-up, and laparoscopic gynecological surgery. Dr. Kuzey holds a special certification in In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). She treats conditions like ovarian cysts, endometriosis, and leiomyomas using surgical and laser techniques.

• Performs genital aesthetic operations and laser applications.
• Expert in hysteroscopy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis.
• Authored research on ectopic pregnancy treatments published in Fertility and Sterility.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Okay Abaci is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve diseases, hypertension, and heart failure. Dr. Abaci focuses on peripheral artery conditions and leg vascular diseases. He treats patients at a facility authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

• Performs elective angiography and diagnostic heart procedures.
• Published research in The American Journal of Cardiology.
• Studied the impact of rosuvastatin on kidney health during vascular imaging.
• Practices at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Mehmet Baltali is a cardiologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in heart check-ups and hypertension management. He earned his medical degree from Gazi University and completed his specialty training there. Dr. Baltali works at a JCI-accredited facility ranked as the second-best brain hospital in Europe.

• Expertise includes family and relationship therapies alongside cardiovascular care.
• Maintains a research focus with articles published in both local and international journals.
• Trained in cognitive psychotherapy and family therapy techniques.
• Supports personalized medicine through genotyping and drug monitoring at NP Istanbul.

Dr. Nihal Ozaras is a specialist in neurological and pediatric rehabilitation at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She completed clinical training as an observer physician at Harvard University Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Dr. Ozaras holds a master’s degree in neuroscience to support her medical practice. She focuses on cerebral palsy, stroke recovery, and musculoskeletal disorders.

• Specializes in botulinum toxin applications for spasticity and local injections.
• Treats children with cerebral palsy and provides orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility certified for safety and quality.

Dr. Ebru Yilmaz is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on oncological PET/CT imaging and systemic radionuclide therapy. Dr. Yilmaz earned her medical degree from Ankara University. She completed her specialized residency at Istanbul University.

• Uses Ga-68 labeled peptides and F-18 tracers for cancer diagnostics.
• Performs brain PET/CT scans to evaluate epilepsy and dementia.
• Expert in VIZAMYL PET/CT for detecting amyloid plaques in the brain.
• Interprets DaTSCAN imaging for dopaminergic neuron assessment.
• Former Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital.

Op. Dr. Şükrü Arslan is a General Surgeon. He received his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2005. He completed his General Surgery residency at Atatürk University between 2006 and 2011. He served as an Assistant Professor of General Surgery at Atatürk University from 2013 to 2017. He also worked with the Atatürk University Organ Transplantation Center.

His practice covers gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, hernia, and abdominal surgery. He focuses on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques and organ transplantation. He has worked in public hospitals and leading private hospitals across the Marmara Region. He has been a General Surgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital since May 2026. He speaks English.

Dr. Safak Sayar is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy and trauma surgery. Dr. Sayar completed his medical degree at Istanbul Science University. He earned his specialty training at Bezmialem Vakif University. His research includes co-authoring studies on traumatic shoulder dislocation.

• Performs knee and hip replacements and meniscus tear repairs.
• Treats sports injuries including anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
• Maintains a clinical focus on orthopedic trauma and arthroplasty.
• Works at a center holding a Turkish government health tourism certificate.