Doctors in Turkey — Page 60

Dr. Aynur Solak is a radiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. She specializes in abdominal, breast, and MRI radiology. Dr. Solak graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. She is a member of the Turkish Radiology Association.

• Performs balloon angioplasty to open vascular narrowing.
• Conducts brain and heart angiography via the wrist.
• Provides 4D pregnancy ultrasounds and general radiology services.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Huseyin Hudaver Alper is a radiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He serves as a Board Member and Secretary General of the Turkish Radiology Association. Dr. Alper focus areas include pediatric, thoracic, and head and neck radiology. He brings research and clinical experience from Ege University and Hacettepe University.

• Sits on the board of the Medical Ultrasonography Association.
• Specialize in diagnostic imaging for complex pediatric and thoracic cases.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital.
• Trained at Robert Academy and Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Hakki Ulutas is a thoracic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in uniportal VATS, a minimally invasive surgical technique. This method uses a single small incision for complex lung and chest procedures. He treats conditions from lung disease to pectus deformities and esophageal disorders.

• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgery (ESTS).
• Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
• Performs awake uniportal VATS and endoscopic lung treatments.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir.

Dr. Afet Erbay is an immunologist and infectious disease specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. She focuses on viral hepatitis, diabetic foot infections, and intensive care unit complications. Dr. Erbay completed her medical residency at the Atatürk Teaching and Research Hospital. She treats patients aged 14 and older.

• Specializes in the differential diagnosis of complex fevers and viral conditions.
• Performs specialized antiviral, antifungal, and antiparasitic therapies.
• Expert in managing infections within high-risk hospital intensive care units.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International, which follows US patient safety standards.

Dr. Gokhan Koc is a urologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in oncological urology, erectile dysfunction, and infertility. Dr. Koc completed an observation program in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at the University of Iowa. He treats complex conditions like kidney, bladder, and prostate cancers.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for urological cancers.
• Treats stones using closed kidney stone surgical techniques.
• Specialize in infertility and erectile dysfunction treatments.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir.

Dr. Safa Vatansever is a transplant and endocrine surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He holds membership in the European Association of Endocrine Surgeons. Dr. Vatansever completed specialized observer training at the Thyroid Cancer Center in Seoul, South Korea. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a dedicated Robotic Surgery Center.

• Performs liver and kidney transplants alongside complex robotic and laparoscopic procedures.
• Treats diseases of the adrenal, parathyroid, and thyroid glands.
• Member of the Society of Endocrine Surgery and the Turkish Surgery Association.
• Treats international patients from the US, Canada, and Australia.

Dr. Zeynep Tugba Arikan is a pediatric allergist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. She specializes in childhood immune system diseases and severe allergic reactions. Dr. Arikan earned her medical degree from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. She follows high clinical standards at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Member of the European Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
• Treats childhood asthma, food allergies, and drug-related allergic reactions.
• Expert in managing atopic dermatitis and chronic cough in children.
• Belongs to the Turkish National Association of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Dr. Emre Divarci is an associate professor and pediatric surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in neonatal congenital diseases and urogenital surgery for children. Dr. Divarci utilizes robotic and laparoscopic techniques to treat complex conditions in newborns and infants.

• Performs specialized surgeries for diaphragmatic hernia, esophageal atresia, and Hirschsprung disease.
• Expertise includes hypospadias repair, undescended testes treatment, and pediatric colorectal surgery.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital, which features a dedicated robotic surgery center.
• Trained at Ege University and Hacettepe University, two of Turkey's premier medical institutions.

Dr. Irmak Uçak is an ENT specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on endoscopic sinus surgery and facial aesthetic procedures. She graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Uçak has contributed to several scientific studies and publications.

• Treats conditions like deviated septums and nasal polyps.
• Performs procedures including septoplasty, tonsillectomy, and tympanoplasty.
• Completed residency at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which treats 138,000 patients every year.

Dr. Ender Tukay is a specialist prosthodontist at Fizyomer Terapia in Eskisehir. He completed his specialty training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Tukay focuses on restoring dental function and aesthetics through restorative procedures. He treats complex conditions like temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

• Installs fixed smile restorations including porcelain crowns and dental bridges.
• Provides implant-supported fixed and removable prostheses for tooth loss.
• Performs root canal treatments and conservative restorative dental care.
• Offers clinical teeth bleaching and detailed guidance on oral hygiene care.

Dr. Zafer Beyza Hancioglu Kircelli is a professor and Head of Orthodontics at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital. She earned the Invisalign Diamond Provider title for treating an exceptional number of patients. Dr. Kircelli specializes in lingual appliances, clear aligners, and orthodontic care combined with surgery.

• Titular member of the European Society of Lingual Orthodontics since 2016.
• Certified educator for the Incognito Lingual Appliance System.
• Twice awarded "Best Speaker of the Session" at international orthodontics congresses.
• Expert in temporary anchorage devices and temporomandibular joint focused orthodontics.

Dr. Cagatay Arslan is a clinical oncologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He holds certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Arslan specializes in treating breast cancer, brain tumors, and gastrointestinal malignancies. He trained at the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and Hacettepe University.

• Certified as a full member of the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions including sarcomas, lymphoma, and malignant melanoma.
• Full member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a dedicated Robotic Surgery Center.

Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed hundreds of endoscopic spine surgeries. Dr. Kara specializes in minimally invasive procedures for the cervical and lumbar spine. He completed his medical training at Dicle University and specialized in neurosurgery at Kartal Hospital.

• Completed a clinical internship at the Helios Clinic in Hamburg.
• Performs anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal fixation.
• Focuses on surgical methods that shorten rehabilitation time.
• Works at Central Hospital, which treats 138,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic supported chemotherapy (MSCT) for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Iyikesici integrates ketogenic diets and hyperbaric oxygen therapy into cancer care cycles.

• Published peer-reviewed research on MSCT outcomes specifically for rectal cancer.
• Treats complex cases of pancreatic and colorectal cancer using hyperthermia therapy.
• Contributes to international scientific studies on early-stage breast cancer survival.
• Practices at a clinic equipped with AI-powered MRI and CT imaging systems.

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Dr. Gulin Okay is a fertility specialist and gynecologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. She performs endoscopic surgery and handles complex pregnancy treatments. Dr. Okay specializes in infertility solutions, including IVF and laparoscopic procedures. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility in İzmir.

• Specializes in laparoscopic hysterectomy and hysteroscopy for reproductive health.
• Treats conditions such as urinary incontinence and bladder prolapse.
• Expert in genital aesthetics and pregnancy follow-up care.
• Member of the Reproductive Health and Infertility Association.

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Dr. Celal Acar is a hematologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir, Turkey. He focuses on internal medicine and hematology-oncology. Dr. Acar earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. He treats blood disorders and systemic conditions using the resources of a JCI-accredited facility.

• Specializes in treating glomerular diseases like nephritis and nephrotic syndrome.
• Manages fat metabolism disorders and hormonal imbalances.
• Treats bone softening conditions, liver abscesses, and bowel diseases.
• Works at a clinic recognized by TEMOS for international medical service quality.

Dr. Ahmet Memis is a professor of radiology and interventional radiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He is the former Head of Interventional Radiology at Ege University. Dr. Memis focuses on intravascular closed surgery and complex embolization procedures. He serves as a lecturer in radiology at Azerbaijan Medical University.

• Specializes in stenting for aortic stenosis, aneurysms, and uterine fibroid embolization.
• Performs thrombectomy for acute stroke and embolization of spinal cord malformations.
• Conducted clinical research under a German federal government scholarship at Hannover University.
• Treats patients at Medicalpoint, a JCI-accredited facility and robotic surgery center.