CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Turkey — Page 17

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He uses advanced CT imaging to plan high-precision radiation treatments for complex cancer cases.

• Completed a post-doctoral fellowship in thermoradiotherapy at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA
• Specializes in CyberKnife – a robotic system delivering radiation with pinpoint accuracy to tumors
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludag University Medical College
• Conducted cancer risk research at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Bethesda
• Expert in gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancer diagnostics and treatment planning

Professor Metin Demirkaya leads pediatric oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He performs childhood cancer diagnostics using CT and PET-CT imaging to guide precise treatment plans.

• Treats solid tumors including neuroblastoma and Wilms tumor
• Specializes in pediatric hematology for children with leukemia and lymphoma
• Performs bone marrow biopsies for accurate blood cancer diagnosis
• Installs PORT-A-CATH systems for stable and long-term medication access
• Previously served at the GATA Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre

Professor Ersin Ozturk completed a prestige research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. He uses CT scans to plan complex surgeries for digestive and oncologic conditions.

• Specializes in surgical oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital – a major medical center
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions to help patients heal faster
• Treats esophageal, stomach, liver, and pancreatic cancers using advanced imaging
• Integrates a PhD in physiology to improve results in complex endocrine surgeries
• Performs mastectomy and thyroidectomy for targeted cancer removal

Professor Engin Bozkurt directs the Cardiology Department at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. He specializes in interventional cardiology and uses CT (computer tomography) scans to guide vascular treatments.

• Founder and current Head of Cardiology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
• Performs minimally invasive carotid stenting to clear neck arteries and prevent strokes
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy
• Practices at Medicana International Ankara Hospital using advanced catheter technologies
• Member of leading academic medical faculties in Turkey

Professor Tolga Akman leads urological care at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He uses CT scans to plan complex surgeries for kidney and bladder cancers.

• Specializes in oncological urology – treats cancers of the prostate and urinary system
• Performs laparoscopic urology – minimally invasive surgery for faster patient recovery
• Corrects pediatric conditions – treats reflux issues where urine flows toward kidneys
• Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital – trains other surgeons in urological techniques
• Expert in laparoscopic nephrectomy – removes kidney tumors through small incisions

Dr. Melahat Bekir Kulah is a pulmonologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating asthma, pneumonia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr. Kulah won a Poster Award from the Turkish Thoracic Society for her research. Her work focused on the quality of life for patients with bronchiectasis. Dr. Kulah practices at a hospital that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Expert in bronchiectasis, scoliosis-related lung function, and COPD exacerbations.
• Authored nearly 20 publications in international and national medical journals.
• Presents research at major global conferences like ATS and ERS.
• Uses ultrasound to evaluate diaphragm thickness and respiratory health.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedics and traumatology at Estophia Hospital. He uses CT scans to evaluate complex bone conditions and spine disorders.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology since 2010
• Completed a clinical spine surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Expertise includes surgical treatment for musculoskeletal tumors and complex vertebral fractures
• Published over 35 international peer-reviewed articles on orthopedic surgery and bone health
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Medical Association

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. Sultan Kavrut specializes in gynecological health at Medistate Hospital. She uses high-precision CT scans to guide surgical decisions for complex reproductive conditions.

• Trained at the Zeynep Kamil Institute – a major center for obstetrics and gynecology
• Follows international safety protocols at the JCI-accredited Medistate Hospital Istanbul
• Coordinates medical plans for patients with endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome
• Focuses on surgical oncology including the Wertheim-Meigs operation for cervical cancer
• Performs myomectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy for uterine fibroids

Dr. Mustafa Gurelik is a neurosurgery specialist at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He uses CT scans to plan complex surgeries for brain and spinal cord tumors.

• Treats Moyamoya disease by monitoring blocked carotid arteries that reduce brain blood flow
• Uses imaging to evaluate pituitary adenomas and brain cysts before endoscopic surgery
• Performed specialized neurosurgery at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in pediatric craniostenosis – a condition involving early skull bone fusion
• Evaluates spinal stenosis and herniated disks to determine if surgery is necessary

10,000+ heart surgeries performed – Dr. Hasan Yucel is a senior cardiologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He uses advanced imaging like CT to guide complex vascular procedures.

• Performed over 10,000 valve replacements with minimal complications
• Specializes in carotid an angioplasty – opening neck arteries with stents
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease
• Published academic researcher in international medical journals
• Specialized training from Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine

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.