CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Turkey — Page 15

Dr. Gokhan Kursat Kara is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, arthroplasty, and trauma and deformity correction. Dr. Kara graduated from Istanbul University. He has published research in journals like World Neurosurgery and The Spine Journal. He treats degenerative spine disease and complex vertebral fractures.

• Expertise in surgical methods for scoliosis and adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
• Performs specialized procedures like hemivertebra resection and vertebral column resection.
• Developed surgical modifications for odontoid fractures and tendon repair.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds Center of Excellence status.

Dr. Emre Merdan Fayda is a radiation oncologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a Professor of Medicine with a focus on MR Linac and 4D radiotherapy. Dr. Fayda completed specialized training in thoracic oncology and stereotactic radiotherapy in the USA. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

• Specializes in three-dimensional brachytherapy and IMRT for breast and lung cancers.
• Treats complex tumors of the central nervous system, head, neck, and skin.
• Maintains a consulting role for radiation oncology at international medical centers.
• Held academic and clinical leadership positions at Istanbul University Oncology Institution.

Dr. Hatice Balaban is a neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. She specializes in movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. Dr. Balaban uses botulinum toxin to treat dystonia, spasticity, and migraine headaches. She serves as an Associate Professor of Neurology at her institution.

• Expertise covers neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
• Treats complex conditions such as epilepsy, strokes, and balance disorders.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Center of Excellence.
• Completed her medical specialization training at Ankara University.

Dr. Utku Zor is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He completed specialty training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center. Dr. Zor completed an echocardiography course at Harvard Medical School. He also holds a Level I Cardiac MRI certification.

• Specializes in advanced heart failure and preventive cardiology.
• Performs transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography.
• Treats patients with hypertension and chronic cardiac conditions.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Center of Excellence for cardiac surgery.

Dr. Itir Sirinoglu Temiz is a Professor of Hematology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She specializes in lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma treatment. Dr. Temiz graduated with honors from the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She has extensive experience in stem cell transplantation and therapeutic apheresis.

• Performs allogeneic and haploidentical stem cell transplants.
• Treats complex blood disorders including thrombosis and bone marrow failure.
• Former Head of Internal Medicine at Istanbul Aydın University.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Erkancakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a recipient of the Turkish Thoracic Society national lung health award. Dr. Erkancakir serves as a board member of the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association. He specializes in childhood asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.

• Earned over 20 national and international awards for pediatric respiratory research.
• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures for infants and children.
• Treats complex conditions like tuberculosis and chronic respiratory tract infections.
• Collaborates with Boston Children's Hospital through Liv Hospital's international partnership.

Dr. Binnur Simsek is a gastroenterology specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. She focuses on complex liver conditions, including cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and liver transplantation. Dr. Simsek holds expertise in treating viral hepatitis (B, C, and Delta) and hepatocellular carcinoma. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility that serves as a center of excellence for endoscopy and colorectal surgery.

• Specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
• Uses diagnostic tools including videocapsule endoscopy and Fibroscan.
• Treats functional gastrointestinal disorders and malabsorption syndromes such as celiac disease.
• Member of the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver.

Dr. Cagri Canbolat is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in skull base, neurovascular, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Canbolat co-authored a major surgical study on 228 elderly patients with intracranial meningioma. He also researches therapeutic treatments for spinal cord injuries and the genetics of neural tube defects.

• Performs robotic spine surgery and endoscopic discectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas and cerebral artery aneurysms.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.
• Expertise includes neuro-trauma and minimally invasive oncological spinal surgery.

Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. Dr. Kucukaksu specializes in adult and pediatric heart transplantation. He completed fellowships at institutions in the US, Germany, and France.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center.
• Performs off-pump coronary bypass, valve replacements, and complex aortic repairs.
• Expert in LVAD systems and total artificial heart surgery.
• Established heart transplant centers at several major medical institutions.

Dr. Gulsah Bademci is a neurosurgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specialized in brain, nerve, and spine surgery during her 30-year career. Dr. Bademci completed a research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She also trained under Dr. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas.

• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates.
• Performs complex procedures like craniotomy, laminectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Specializes in spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cervical disc herniations.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.

Dr. Mehmet Soyarslan is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee surgery and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Soyarslan is a member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association. He also serves the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.

• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Treats pediatric orthopedic conditions, including developmental hip dysplasia and scoliosis.
• Presented shoulder arthroscopy research at SICOT and SECEC–ESSE international congresses.
• Completed specialized cadaver training in advanced knee and ankle surgical techniques.

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a fellowship-trained spine and orthopedic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He uses CT scans to plan complex musculoskeletal surgeries and joint replacements.

• Completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Specializes in arthroscopy – using small cameras and imaging for minimally invasive joint repair
• Expertise includes correcting bone deformities and managing complex skeletal fractures
• Former lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine training future surgeons
• Performs advanced reconstructions for ACL injuries and Achilles tendon repairs

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in the field of neurosurgery, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques for treating complex brain and spinal disorders. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has performed numerous successful surgeries, contributing significantly to the field through innovative approaches and patient-centered care.

Graduated from a prestigious medical school and completed rigorous residency and fellowship programs. The doctor is board-certified and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, sharing insights and advancements in neurosurgical procedures.

Dr. Sema Yilmaz is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in cell therapies for childhood cancers and cancer immunology. Dr. Yilmaz conducted research at top US institutions, including MD Anderson and Harvard University.

• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR).
• Treats complex pediatric conditions like neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs bone marrow biopsies and intra-arterial chemotherapy for young patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which features an on-site bone marrow transplant center.