Best Liver transplant doctors in Turkey: TOP 22 doctors

Prof. Abuzer Dirican leads liver transplant surgery at Florence Nightingale Hospital, bringing decades of specialized expertise to complex cases.

• Professor at İnönü University Liver Transplant Institute
• Published extensively on hepatobiliary surgery outcomes
• Member of International Liver Transplantation Society
• Performs both living donor and cadaveric transplants

Dr. Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with extensive training in varied surgical procedures.

• Graduated from Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, Istanbul University
• Residency at General Surgery Department, Marmara University
• Authored articles in local and international journals
• Participated in numerous local and international congresses

Dr. Turunc specializes in liver and kidney transplants at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with over a decade of focused experience in transplant surgery.

• 12+ years as a transplant specialist in leading Turkish hospitals
• Holds dual expertise in both kidney and liver transplantation
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including Turkish Surgical Association
• Academic background includes faculty position at Bahcesehir University

Dr. Salih Boğa specializes in liver transplant surgeries, bringing expertise to Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Experienced in complex liver transplant cases
• Works at a leading hospital with advanced facilities
• Focused on patient-specific treatment plans

Over 30 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery – Dr. Karacaoglan is based at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in procedures like hair transplants and facial surgeries
• Recognized as one of 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Fellowship-trained at Onep Plastic Surgery Institute and Breast Surgery Center in the USA
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Prof. Bulent Unal leads liver transplant and surgical oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with specialized training at top international centers.

• Completed transplantation surgery training at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale
• Published numerous studies on living donor liver transplantation techniques
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists

• Performs living donor liver transplantation with extended criteria to improve donor safety.
• Has trained and practiced internationally in Spain and Turkey.
• Received the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• Holds a certificate of excellence in liver transplantation for completing 1000 successful procedures.
• Is a member of the Gastroenterology Surgery Association and the International Association of Surgeons.

Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in liver transplants with extensive academic and clinical research in transplantation medicine.

• Trained in general surgery and transplantology at Pamukkale University
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on liver transplant outcomes
• Member of Turkey's Organ Transplantation Coordination Association
• Worked at Akdeniz University's Organ Transplantation Center

Prof. Murat Dayangac heads the Organ Transplant Center at Medipol University Hospital – a leading liver transplant specialist with extensive experience.

• Director of the Center for Organ Transplantation since 2017
• Visiting Surgeon at Mayo Clinic's Department of Transplantation
• Author of over 70 articles on liver disease and treatment
• Member of multiple international transplant societies

Performed 1,000+ liver transplants – Professor Dinckan leads the Organ Transplant Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specializes in transplants for both adults and children
• Performs complex multi-organ transplants including liver-kidney procedures
• Director of Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Performed over 4,500 liver transplants since 2004 – Prof. Yuzer specializes in living donor procedures at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 38 years of experience in hepatobiliary surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
• Published multiple papers on liver surgery outcomes
• Leads the hepatobiliary surgery unit since 2004

Specializes in liver and organ transplantation with extensive experience as a clinical fellow and assistant professor.

• Graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in general surgery at Pamukkale University
• Focused on liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery
• Holds Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices Education Certificate
• Has academic and practical expertise in laparoscopic and oncological surgery

• Specializes in liver transplant using minimally invasive and living donor methods.
• Received international training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, USA.
• Recipient of the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgery Association and the Liver Transplantation Association.
• Recognized for completing 1000 liver transplants.

Dr. Ali Kagan Gokakin is a skilled General Laparoscopic Surgeon. He specializes in advanced digestive surgeries such as inguinal hernia repair, hemicolectomy, appendectomy, laparoscopic gall bladder removal, and Whipple’s procedure. He has worked at top Turkish hospitals, including Gazi University, Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital, and the Florence Nightingale Hospital Liver Transplantation Center.

Dr. Gokakin has treated complex conditions like pancreatic head cancer, cholecystitis, and complicated appendicitis. He is known for his work in minimally invasive surgery and liver transplantation. He currently practices at Medicana INT Hospital Ankara. His clinic hours are Monday to Saturday, from 11 am to 5 pm.

Ass. Prof. Harun Çöloğlu specializes in liver transplant procedures at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, bringing over 15 years of experience in complex surgeries.

• Trained in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery
• Worked at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in the USA
• Member of the Turkish medical community with extensive surgical training
• Holds a specialty in oral, facial and maxillofacial surgery

Education and Expertise

1996-2002 – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education

2003-2009 – Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery – Specialization Training

Experience

2009-2011 – Yüksekova State Hospital, Compulsory Service

2011-2012 – Van/Özalp, 6th Border Regiment, Military Service

2012-2018 – Baskent University Istanbul Health Application and Research Center Hospital

2018-2022 – Istanbul Aydın University Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center Hospital

Courses and Certificates

Selim Anorectal Diseases Course, Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Association, Istanbul, 17.12.2016 (National)

Training Program on Istanbul Protocol, Practitioner Training, Van, 06.11.2009-07.11.2009 (International)

Burn Course, Ankara Surgery Association, Başkent University, Ankara, 11.04.2009 (National)

Gazi Hernia Days, Hernia Course, Gazi University, Ankara, 18.10.2008-19.10.2008 (National)

Innovations in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Ankara Breast Diseases Association, Ankara, 22.03.

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Associate Professor Barlas specializes in liver and kidney transplants, combining extensive surgical experience with academic research at Demiroğlu Science University.

• Over 15 years in transplant surgery, including at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Authored 20+ articles and book chapters on transplant techniques
• Pioneered hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy methods
• Certified in advanced laparoscopic techniques from Scotland

Vahit Onur Gül graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Faculty in 1998. He became a general surgeon specialist in 2009 and a general surgery associate professor in 2020. He served as a military doctor in almost every city in our country. He received training in robotic surgery in the USA and microsurgery in Switzerland. He participated in many advanced laparoscopic surgery courses both domestically and internationally. He presented numerous oral and written papers at conferences and meetings both domestically and internationally. He has extensive experience in robotic and laparoscopic colon, stomach, and rectal cancer surgery, thyroid and breast surgery. He is currently serving at Ankara Koru Hospital. His medical interests include:

Robotic Surgery

Obesity Surgery

Colorectal Surgery

Breast Surgery

Endocrine (Thyroid-Goiter) Surgery

Oncologic Surgery

Laparoscopic Surgery

Anal Region Diseases

Hernia Surgery

Dr. Pekmez specializes in liver transplants at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, bringing years of focused surgical expertise.

• Trained in general surgery at Ankara Baskent University
• Current role at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities
• Member of the Ankara Surgical Association