CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Ayhan Kara leads spinal diagnostics and surgery at Central Hospital. His specialized training enables precise CT evaluation of cervical and lumbar conditions.

• Completed a surgical internship at the Helios Clinic in Hamburg.
• Expert in spinal instrumentation and fixation for complex structural issues.
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques like nucleoplasty to speed up recovery.
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital in advanced neurosurgery.
• Member of professional spine surgery groups and regular conference attendee.

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is an associate professor of neurosurgery at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in functional neurosurgery, brain tumors, and peripheral nerve reconstruction. Dr. Akcakaya completed a clinical fellowship in stereotactic surgery at Hannover Medical School in Germany.

• Trained in microsurgery of the brachial plexus at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center.
• Performs deep brain stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, and Gamma Knife procedures.
• Treats complex conditions including brain cysts and malignant brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Professor Akif Albayrak is a lead spine surgeon who specializes in complex spinal diagnostics at Central Hospital. His expertise includes using CT (computer tomography) for detailed bone and deformity mapping.

• Held an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York
• Specializes in scoliosis and kyphosis – conditions requiring high-precision spinal imaging
• Acts as a Professor at a leading medical institution in Istanbul
• Regular contributor to international orthopedic journals on spine trauma and reconstruction
• Expert in pediatric and adult orthopedic conditions involving complex bone structures

Dr. Samet Yardimci is a specialist in gastroenterology and general surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He holds the Best Young Researcher Award from the Congress of Transplantation. Dr. Yardimci completed a fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at a top Turkish training center. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and gastric ulcers.

• Performs obesity surgery and laparoscopic procedures for the digestive system.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
• Completed an international observer program at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Texas.
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for surgical excellence.

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Award-winning specialist Dr. Tarik Akar provides expert gastroenterology services at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His diagnostic work includes CT scans to evaluate complex gastrointestinal conditions.

• Recognized with the Best Verbal Presentation Award at an international cancer congress
• Specializes in ESD to remove early-stage esophageal and colon cancers
• Authored 25 research papers in local and international medical journals
• Performs ERCP to treat and diagnose bile duct obstructions
• Expert in treating inflammatory conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

Dr. Mustafa Solak completed an oncology fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. He uses CT scans to stage and monitor complex cancers at Hisar Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute – a top Turkish research center
• Specializes in staging lung, gastrointestinal, and breast cancers
• Uses evidence-based protocols for immunotherapy and targeted treatments
• Experienced in treating solid tumors, including brain and gynecological cancers
• Provides systemic treatment supervision for sarcoma and lymphoma cases

Dr. Selman Dogan is a specialist in orthopedic oncology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He uses CT scans to plan complex bone and soft tissue tumor surgeries.

• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Performs reconstruction for upper and lower limb trauma injuries
• Treats pediatric conditions including scoliosis and spina bifida
• Expert in spinal procedures such as discectomy and kyphoplasty
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He uses CT scans to evaluate complex surgical conditions in neonates and children.

• Completed specialized pediatric surgery fellowship at Erciyes University
• Treats congenital heart issues using imaging for precise surgical planning
• Published 3 articles in international peer-reviewed journals on pediatric care
• Presented 13 research papers at global scientific meetings
• Member of international medical congresses focused on surgical innovation

Professor Ibrahim Halil Tanboga is a specialist surgeon at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He focuses on heart imaging and structural heart diseases.

• Completed specialized cardiac valve training at St Thomas Hospital in London
• Uses advanced tools like IVUS and OCT to visualize blood vessel structure
• Holds a PhD in Biostatistics for high-accuracy medical data analysis
• Associate Professor previously teaching at Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the European Society of Cardiology

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. He performs CT scans and interventional procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in teleradiology for the expert remote analysis of complex medical images
• Performs mammography with tomosynthesis to create detailed 3D views of breast tissue
• Conducts guided biopsies for precise tissue sampling of the prostate, kidney, and liver
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology
• Presented academic research at 13 national and international medical congresses

Dr. Savas Kansoy is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He founded Turkey’s first pediatric bone marrow transplantation units. Dr. Kansoy treates children with leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia. He is a primary contributor to national stem cell transplant registries.

• Founded pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant clinics across major Turkish hospitals.
• Performs haploidentical, allogenic, and autologous stem cell transplantations.
• Served as a board member of the Turkish Society of Hematology.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner is a hematologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She founded and directed multiple adult bone marrow transplantation centers. Dr. Guner specializes in leukemia, lymphoma, and complex coagulation disorders. She works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high safety standards.

• Performs haploidentical, related, and unrelated allogenic bone marrow transplants.
• Authored over 19 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Received multiple academic awards for her contributions to hematology.
• Former founder and lead physician of therapeutic apheresis units.

Professor Kivanc Derya Peker specializes in gastrointestinal surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He uses CT scans to evaluate complex digestive tract cancers and metabolic disorders.

• Performed over 1,000 major surgeries involving liver, stomach, and pancreatic diseases
• Trained as a visiting surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Co-founded the specialized Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Training Hospital
• Completed a PhD in medical biology focusing on stem cells and aging
• Ranked in the top three during his surgical specialization examinations in Turkey

Professor Mehmet Aydogan is a spine surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital and a former research fellow at UCLA. His work involves using CT scans to plan complex orthopedic and spinal interventions.

• Heads orthopedic surgery and traumatology at major medical centers in Istanbul
• Member of the North American Spine Society (NASS)
• Fellowship-trained at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center in the United States
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
• Author of 50 scientific journal articles on orthopedic and spine health

Dr. Tokmak is a neurologist with a Master's Degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University. She practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental where she interprets brain CT and advanced neuroimaging scans.

• Evaluates brain imaging to diagnose epilepsy, dementia, and Parkinson's disease
• Holds a specialized degree in electrophysiology for studying brain and nerve activity
• Expert in Video-EEG monitoring for identifying specific types of seizure disorders
• Specializes in somnological check-ups and sleep studies for chronic brain-related fatigue
• Practiced as a neurologist at Medical Park Hospitals and Agri State Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.