Doctors in Turkey — Page 45

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in treating chronic total occlusions and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Kocas completed his specialization at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute. He treats various cardiovascular conditions, including heart valve diseases and heart failure.

• Performs TAVI (transcatheter aortic valve implantation) for heart valve issues.
• Expertise in managing hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and completely occluded heart vessels.
• Published research on contrast-induced kidney injury in acute coronary syndrome.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Fulya Özkal Mola is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She specializes in pregnancy follow-up and minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Dr. Mola researches the effects of Vitamin D deficiency on pregnancy outcomes. She holds medical degrees from Yeditepe and Bezmialem Vakıf Universities.

• Performs hysteroscopic and laparoscopic operations, including laparoscopic hysterectomy.
• Focuses on genital aesthetics and laser applications for reproductive health.
• Treats patients at a Turkish Medical Association accredited clinic.
• Published clinical research in international journals like African Health Sciences.

Dr. Fatih Akova is a pediatric surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric urology and congenital urinary tract anomalies. Dr. Akova earned his medical degree from the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialized surgical training at the same institution.

• Treats childhood conditions such as inguinal hernias and undescended testicles.
• Expert in hypospadias repair and pediatric circumcision.
• Published author on темы involving spontaneous duct perforation in children.
• Practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr Furkan's specialty is in root canal treatments and gum treatments.                                                                                                                                                                                   

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Dr. Kadri Cemil Apaydin is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. He has over 40 years of experience in active clinical practice. Dr. Apaydin has published over 60 scientific works in international journals and conferences. He holds a Turkish Ophthalmology Proficiency Certificate and specializes in vision diagnostics.

• Member of EURETINA and the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS).
• Active member of the New York Academy of Sciences.
• Completed medical training and a residency at Hacettepe University.
• Works at a specialized clinic treating 30,000 eye patients annually.

Dr. Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She has published over 50 scientific works in the field of eye care. Dr. Tuzcu specializing in cataract and strabismus surgery. She treats medical conditions like amblyopia and performs multifocal lens implantations.

• Completed retina training at the Ankara Faculty of Medicine.
• Qualified in refractive and vitreoretinal surgical techniques.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at an ISO 9001 certified facility treating 30,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mazhar Celikoyar is an ENT specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed clinical training at Indiana Methodist Hospital and Institut Gustave Roussy in France. Dr. Celikoyar served as an assistant physician in the prestigious clinic of Professor Frederic Chabolle. He treats complex conditions including sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and sensorineural hearing loss.

• Corrects structural issues through septoplasty and tympanoplasty.
• Performs specialized interventions like endolaryngeal microsurgery for laryngeal polyps.
• Provides reconstructive solutions including ear and nose prosthetics.
• Works at a JCI-accredited smart hospital treating 300,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Oguzhan Parlak is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in andrology, endourology, and uro-oncology. Dr. Parlak performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries. He treats both adults and children for complex urological conditions.

• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate.
• Treats conditions ranging from kidney cysts to prostatic hyperplasia.
• Expertise in hydroselectomy, varicocelectomy, and urethral reconstruction.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Onat Uzumcigil is a professor of orthopedics at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in spinal surgery and regenerative medicine. Dr. Uzumcigil authored several textbooks on spinal deformities. He holds medical degrees from Istanbul University and Altinbas University.

• Treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal stenosis.
• Performs arthroscopic procedures for shoulder and knee joint disorders.
• Uses regenerative therapies including stem cells and PRP for joint pain.
• Published over 20 articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals.

Dr. Mehmet Semih is a cardiologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart rhythm management and bifurcation lesion treatment. He holds memberships in the European Society of Cardiology and the European Heart Rhythm Association. Dr. Semih trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa, a leading medical institution in Turkey.

• Presented oral case reports at EHRA and Turkish Society of Cardiology congresses.
• Completed specialized training in echocardiography and bifurcation lesions.
• Treats patients at an eco-friendly facility equipped with 3 Tesla MRI technology.
• Member of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA).

Dr. Tolga Sinan Guvenc is a cardiologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart failure and echocardiography. He sits on the Editorial Board of Scientific Reports, a Nature Portfolio journal. Dr. Guvenc has authored over 200 scientific articles and medical book chapters.

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology Heart Failure Association.
• Completed a clinical fellowship in heart failure at the University of Alberta.
• Served as a visiting scientist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility with AI-supported imaging technology.

Dr. Muslim Sahin is a cardiology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). Dr. Sahin also holds membership in the EuroCTO Club. He focuses on interventional cardiology and structural heart treatments.

• Completed specialized training in TAVI and MitraClip heart valve procedures.
• Expert in renal denervation for treating high blood pressure.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a modern facility with hybrid operating rooms.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Chamber.

Dr. Ahmet Ekmekci is a cardiology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved the title of Associate Professor of Cardiology in 2014. Dr. Ekmekci holds Gold Membership in the European Heart Failure Association. He treats a wide range of cardiovascular conditions and heart failure cases.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Former Board Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology Heart Failure Working Group.
• Served as Chief Assistant in Cardiology at Dr. Siyami Ersek Hospital.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, an eco-friendly facility with 3 Tesla MRI technology.

Dr. Haluk Caglar Karakaya is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He manages complex heart and vascular conditions using robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Karakaya earned his medical degree from the prestigious Hacettepe University English program. He completed his residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Hospital, a major Turkish thoracic center.

• Member of the European Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Maintains membership in the European Society for Vascular Surgery.
• Completed specialized training in endovascular surgery and Doppler ultrasonography.
• Works at a facility equipped with da Vinci XI robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Ozcan Oztrk is an ENT specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 200 cochlear implant procedures in Turkey and abroad. Dr. Oztrk focuses on complex hearing restoration and skull base surgery. He completed training at the University of Pittsburgh and Gruppo Otologico in Italy.

• Specializes in stapes surgery and bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA) implants.
• Treats voice disorders using microlaryngeal surgery and Botox injections.
• Member of the European Academy of Otology-Neurootology.
• Maintains membership in the European Laryngological Society.

Dr. Umit Ozcelik is a transplant surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He performs liver and kidney transplants for both adults and children. Dr. Ozcelik trained at Ankara University and specializing in general surgery at Baskent University. He treats complex conditions requiring hepatobiliary surgery and HLA-typing.

• Performs pediatric and adult organ transplants.
• Expertise in hepatobiliary surgery and breast cancer treatment.
• Completed specialized training in anorectal diseases and burn care.
• Works at a center with an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.