Doctors in Turkey — Page 6

Dr. Abdulsamet Kundakcioglu is a maxillofacial surgeon at Dentavie Istanbul Dental Clinic. He specializes in orthognathic surgery and dental implant procedures. Dr. Kundakcioglu earned his PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Istanbul University. He focuses on complex cases like jaw cysts and maxillofacial traumas.

• Participated in the Orthognathic Surgery Symposium at the Royal College of London.
• Completed specialized training on custom-made implants in Brussels.
• Member of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Works at an ITI- and AAO-affiliated center treating 3,600+ patients annually.

Dr. Hamdi Er is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. He completed fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital and the Doheny Eye Institute. Dr. Er specializes in retinal transplantation and vision correction surgery. He works at a hospital treating 62,000 eye patients annually.

• Clinical training at University of California San Diego and Baylor College of Medicine.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants.
• Specialized in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and keratoplasty.

Dr. Merve Karli is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She has performed over 1,000 operations for hernias, breast diseases, and anorectal conditions. Dr. Karli trained at Eskisehir Osmangazi University and Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. She holds official certifications to perform endoscopic procedures.

• Specializes in laparoscopic and open hernia repair, including umbilical and incisional cases.
• Performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and PEG insertion for diagnostic and therapeutic needs.
• Treats benign anorectal diseases and manages complex breast disease cases.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Fevzi Akkan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved a national milestone by performing the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey. Dr. Akkan specializes in retinal treatments and cataract surgery using multifocal lens implants. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Winner of the TOD Best Surgical Video Award for his groundbreaking surgical work.
• Performs laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE procedures.
• Treats complex retinal conditions and provides comprehensive eye examinations.
• Works at ISO-certified Dunyagoz Hospital, which treats 66,000 patients every year.

Dr. Nuvit Sarimurat is a pediatric surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in surgical care for children and infants. Dr. Sarimurat previously served as a lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. He also practiced at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital abroad.

• Performs specialized pediatric surgeries at a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Treats patients at a facility with over 90 departments.
• Collaborates with a clinic that serves patients from 167 countries.
• Works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI certification.

Dr. Mehmet Berki is a physician at Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He currently serves as the Chief Physician at Scala Polyclinic. Dr. Berki trained 250 doctors on reproductive health for an EU pipeline project. He previously managed health services for 20,000 students at Yeditepe University.

• Specializes in FUE, DHI, and sapphire hair transplantation.
• Performs stem cell hair treatments and moustache reconstruction.
• Former Chief Physician and Manager at Cinik Hair Hospital.
• Managed Traditional Chinese Medicine courses at Kadir Has University.

Dr. Mustafa Sakar is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric neurosurgery and tumor surgery. Dr. Sakar completed a corner tumor surgery observership at the University of Tübingen, Germany. He also trained in fetal spina bifida surgery at HCor in São Paulo, Brazil.

• Member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN).
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).
• Active in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Pediatric Neurosurgery group.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe, which features AI-supported 3 Tesla MRI technology.

Dr. Elnur Allahverdiyev is a urologist and urogynecologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in minimally invasive treatments for complex urologic and andrologic conditions. Dr. Allahverdiyev is professionally certified in urodynamics. He treats patients at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs HoLEP and REZUM water vapor therapy for prostate enlargement.
• Treats female urogynecologic issues like urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
• Expert in reconstructive urology, including robotic vesicovaginal fistula repair.
• Provides pediatric urologic care for congenital anomalies and kidney stone disease.

Dr. Derda Ozer is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in ocular oncology and surgical retina treatments. Dr. Ozer has published over 35 research papers in journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology. He focus on imaging and new treatments for vascular eye diseases.

• Completed the ICO-STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreo-retina.
• Treats complex conditions like uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment.
• Performs vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Practice is based at a government-authorized center for international health tourism.

Dr. Volkan Turunc is the Kidney Transplant Center Responsible Specialist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in kidney and liver transplantation alongside laparoscopic general surgery. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its 90% organ transplant success rate. Dr. Turunc holds dual expertise in both renal and hepatic transplant procedures.

• Specialist in charge of the kidney transplant center at Memorial Sisli.
• Performs complex liver transplant surgeries and laparoscopic interventions.
• Member of the National Association of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

Dr. Koray Karabulut is a general surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in liver transplantation and robotic HPB surgery. He completed a research fellowship in liver tumors at the Cleveland Clinic. He also trained in minimally invasive surgery at IRCAD in France.

• Served as the responsible specialist at Fırat University Liver Transplant Center.
• Completed specialized robotic HPB surgery training at Ageo Medical Center in Japan.
• Authored clinical guidelines for the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Published over 400 scientific papers in journals like Surgery and Surg Endosc.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Ulvi Gulmammadov is a check-up physician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in preventive medicine and comprehensive health screenings. Dr. Gulmammadov previously served as a medical director for five years. He holds a degree from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained in occupational medicine to support workplace health and safety.
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Medical Association.
• Spent six years practicing check-up and hospital medicine at Acıbadem Atakent.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a facility equipped with advanced 3 Tesla MRI technology.

Dr. Ali Fedakar is a cardiovascular surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 4,000 open heart surgeries and 8 heart transplants. Dr. Fedakar founded the cardiovascular surgery clinics at Giresun and Sinop State Hospitals. He treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and mitral valve prolapse.

• Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating heart bypass.
• Performs redo valve surgery and abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.
• Managed organ procurement for 40 heart transplant cases as a team member.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Furkan Erol Karabekmez is a plastic surgeon at his private clinic in Ankara. He completed a research fellowship at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the USA. He is an EBOPRAS-certified surgeon, meeting European standards for aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Karabekmez specializes in complex cases like revision rhinoplasty and congenital deformity repair.

• Holds a diploma from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and delivered 120+ scientific presentations.
• Performs surgeries at Acıbadem Ankara Hospital, an internationally accredited facility.
• Former research fellow at the Mayo Clinic department of plastic surgery.

Dr. Engin Tutar is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He is the former head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University. Dr. Tutar has delivered over 50 presentations at national and international medical congresses. He specializes in treating complex digestive, liver, and nutritional disorders in children.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including polypectomy and esophageal variceal bleeding control.
• Treats inflammatory bowel disease, Celiac disease, and H. pylori infections.
• Manages chronic pediatric conditions such as growth disorders and liver diseases.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ahmet Melih Ozel is a gastroenterologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic liver conditions. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies. Dr. Ozel also focuses on pancreatobiliary system diseases. He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease and chronic Hepatitis B.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
• Former Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Ebru Cogendez is a fertility specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and reproductive medicine. Dr. Cogendez has practiced in major Turkish women's health centers for over two decades. She provides care for patients facing infertility through tailored treatment plans.

• Performs IVF, testicular sperm aspiration (TESA), and embryo cryopreservation.
• Expertise in egg and sperm cryopreservation and embryo transfer.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 65% success rate for IVF.

Dr. Elif Nurhak Erdal is a dentist and prosthetist at KLİNİKEN in Istanbul. She led domestic training for Ultradent and Kerrhawe brands in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Erdal specializes in Hollywood Smile makeovers, zirconia crowns, and porcelain veneers. She has provided dental care and technical consulting since 1999.

• Organized aesthetic dentistry courses for local and international dental professionals.
• Served as a lecturer at the Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry.
• Expert in laser teeth whitening and complex root canal treatments.
• Member of the Istanbul Dentists Chamber Health Tourism Commission.