CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Turkey — Page 17

Dr. Birnur Yilmaz is a Professor of Radiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on thorax and abdomen imaging along with cardiac CT angiography. Dr. Yilmaz has held academic roles at Okan University and underwent specialty training at Pamukkale University.

• Specializes in prostate imaging and pediatric radiology.
• Performs breast imaging, including mammography and diagnostic ultrasound.
• Conducts brain MRI, angiography, and computer tomography.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited hospital with a dedicated interventional radiology department.

Dr. Ahmet Salduz is an orthopedic oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed specialized fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Iowa. Dr. Salduz focuses on bone and soft tissue tumors. He treats complex cases including osteosarcoma and synovial sarcoma. His practice combines oncology with complex limb reconstruction and prosthetic surgery.

• Trained in prosthetic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
• Specializes in hip and knee replacements and complex joint revisions.
• Treats various benign and malignant bone cysts and soft tissue tumors.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages challenging cases like dilated cardiomyopathy and pulmonary hypertension in young patients.

• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Treats childhood cardiac conditions including arrhythmias and coronary artery disease.
• Served as a faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University.
• Practices at a center featuring 21 intensive care units for newborns.

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. 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. Turgut Akgul is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and complex spine revision surgery. Dr. Akgul uses Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis treatment. This technique allows for spinal correction while maintaining patient flexibility.

• Board member and Treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Received the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for research on spinal tuberculosis.
• Specialist in narrow canal surgery and pelvic reconstruction.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery and Acta Orthopaedica.

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. Tahsin Ali Zirh is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Dr. Zirh completed research fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and movement disorders.
• Treats epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and chronic pain using stereotaxic surgeries.
• Provides Gamma Knife and Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega Hospital, which treats over 1,200 daily patients.

Dr. Erkan Demirci is an interventional radiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic imaging and vascular treatments. Dr. Demirci completed his medical and radiology training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He currently treats patients at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited center.

• Specializes in computerized tomography (CT) and fluoroscopic imaging.
• Performs ultrasonography, Doppler ultrasound, and mammography.
• Treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis through interventional techniques.
• Works at a facility featuring 15 operating rooms and a hybrid surgical setup.

Dr. Ismail Ozdemir is an ENT and head and neck surgeon at Ento Surgical Medical Center. He has trained over 40 ear, nose, and throat specialists in clinical and theoretical practice. Dr. Ozdemir specializes in pediatric ENT care and microsurgery for ear diseases. He treats complex conditions like larynx and tongue cancers.

• Completed endoscopic sinus surgery training at Köln University and Brussels Free University.
• Performs rhinoplasty and endoscopic procedures for sinus and nasal illnesses.
• Served as the head of the ENT department at Namik Kemal University.
• Works at a center with high success rates in cochlear implants and rhinoplasty.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Okay Abaci is a professor of cardiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart and leg angiography and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Abaci holds over 100 domestic and international scientific publications. He completed dedicated training in peripheral arterial intervention in Italy.

• Performs coronary angiography, heart cryoablation, and carotid stenting.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association.
• Treats complex conditions including atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Ismail Yildiz is an anesthesiologist and intensive care specialist at Biruni University Hospital. He holds a subspecialty in intensive care from Akdeniz University. Dr. Yildiz manages critical conditions including sepsis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with 15 operating rooms.

• Expert in ECMO and renal replacement therapy for critically ill patients.
• Member of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine.
• Specializes in organ transplant anesthesia and life support for brain death cases.
• Uses echocardiography and ultrasonography for bedside patient monitoring.

Dr. Siar Dursun is a pediatric neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neurological conditions in children, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Dr. Dursun completed his medical training at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Research Hospital. He works at a university-affiliated center that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, West syndrome, and spinal muscular atrophy.
• Performs pediatric check-ups and diagnostic video-EEG monitoring for epilepsy.
• Provides medication management for autism and Parkinson’s disease.
• Practices at a hospital with 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.

Dr. Mesut Okur is a professor and chief physician at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric health and diseases, with a focus on internal medical sciences. Dr. Okur has published over 25 international peer-reviewed articles. He treats children for conditions ranging from congenital heart defects to thyroid disorders.

• Published research on Down syndrome, pediatric brucellosis, and neonatal health.
• Supervises specialized medical theses on allergic rhinitis and pediatric diabetes.
• Practices at a hospital holding a Healthcare Quality Standards Certificate of 95.4%.
• Performed clinical research on pediatric voiding dysfunction and enuresis.