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Sheref Bashal

  • 4.4 Good 74 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Quartz Hospital
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal was born in 1971 in Kırıkkale and completed

    his primary and secondary education in Kırıkkale. In 1984, he entered

    Maltepe Military High School and graduated in 1988. He continued his

    medical education at GATA Military Medical Faculty between 1988-1994

    and graduated in 1994.

    Following his graduation, he completed his internship at GATA Training Hospital in 1994-1995. He

    served as chief infirmary physician at Siirt Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1995-1996 and Batman

    Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1996-1997. Between November 2010 and November 2011, he

    worked as a clinical fellow in Uro-oncology and received urologic robotic surgery training at Colombia

    University Cancer Center in New York, United States of America. In October 2011, he completed his

    training at Hackensack University Medical Center daVinci Training Center in the United States and

    received the “Console Surgeon” certificate in robotic surgery.

    In 2013, he was appointed as Associate Professor at Istanbul GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital

    Urology Clinic and between September 2016 and October 2017, he continued this duty at SBU Sultan

    Abdülhamit Han Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic and worked as a docent faculty

    member in SBU Urology Department. Between October 2017 and December 2018, he served as the

    education officer at SBU Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

    In July 2021, he retired as an Associate Professor at SBU Urology Department. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref

    Başal, who has trained many experts and academicians in the field of urology, has many articles in

    national and international journals in his field, has advanced surgical experience in his field, has

    performed numerous surgeries related to his subject, has organized courses on this subject and has

    participated in many courses as an instructor.

    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal is fluent in English and thus able to communicate effectively in the

    international medical environment.

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Tarik Akar

  • 4.5 Good 164 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Tarık Akar is an experienced internist. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2000. He completed his specialty training in 2004. Dr. Akar has published 19 international and 6 local papers. He has also presented 25 papers at medical congresses. These achievements show his strong contribution to medical science.

    Dr. Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures. These include POEM for achalasia, ESD for early-stage gastrointestinal cancers, and ERCP for bile duct disorders. He also performs Z-POEM for Zenker’s Diverticulum and G-POEM for gastroparesis. He has received awards such as Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster at the 7th International Gastrointestinal System Cancers Congress.

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Dr Bugra Cetin

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Uroaesthetic
  • Dr. Bugra Cetin, MD, PhD, is a board-certified urologist. He specializes in penile prosthesis surgery, genital reconstruction, and male sexual health. He has performed hundreds of penile implant and reconstructive procedures. His patients report high satisfaction and safety rates.

    Dr. Cetin uses advanced surgical techniques to treat erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and premature ejaculation. He is skilled in inflatable and malleable implants, plaque excision, grafting, and penile denervation. He also performs urooncologic, endourologic, and reconstructive surgeries. He has achieved excellent results in complex cases.

    Dr. Cetin is accredited by IICPI and holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine. He is an active member of ISSM, ESSM, EAU, and the Turkish Association of Urology. His memberships show his dedication to excellence and innovation in urology.

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Erkan Yildirim

  • 4.5 Good 164 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım is a thoracic surgeon with Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification (2003). He is also a member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons (FETCS). Dr. Yıldırım completed fellowships at several international centers. At the Toronto Lung Transplant Program, he took part in 85 recipient surgeries and nearly 100 donor organ procurements.

    Dr. Yıldırım wrote Turkey’s first overseas clinical publication on lung transplantation. He has presented at 37 international and 19 national congresses. He serves as a reviewer for leading journals and holds four patents in biomedical engineering. His areas of expertise include lung cancer, chest wall tumors, mesothelioma, benign lung diseases, and advanced chest wall deformity surgeries.

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Orhan Unal Zorba

  • 4.4 Good 85 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
Vasectomy
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Circumcision
$438 - $547
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Ibrahim Halil Tanboga

  • 4.5 Good 164 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. İbrahim Halil Tanboğa is a cardiologist with expertise in coronary artery disease, valve disorders, arrhythmias, pacemaker implantation, peripheral artery disease, and congenital heart conditions. He is experienced in advanced diagnostic and interventional methods, including IVUS, FFR, OCT, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, TAVI, and electrophysiological ablation.

    Dr. Tanboğa has published over 100 scientific articles. He is accredited by the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology. He completed advanced training at St Thomas Hospital in London and holds a PhD in Biostatistics. Dr. Tanboğa currently provides cardiac care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

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Zuhal Tanzer

  • 4.4 Good 85 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Dr. Zuhal Tanzer is a specialist in Internal Diseases. She is known for her skill in diagnosing and treating complex medical conditions. Dr. Tanzer has a strong record of patient satisfaction and successful treatments. She is accredited by top medical institutions. She also takes part in ongoing medical education. Dr. Tanzer uses evidence-based methods and is dedicated to improving standards in internal medicine.

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Vasectomy
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Radiofrequency ablation
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Circumcision
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Mustafa Saglam

  • 4.5 Good 164 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Mustafa Sağlam, M.D. graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine in 1994 and has specialized in Endovascular Repair of the Aneurysm of Abdominal Aorta, Stress Test for imaging the Coronary Artery Diseases, Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring, Holter Test, Balloon Valvuloplasty and Temporary Pacemaker. He is currently the Head of the Cardiology Department in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

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$3,725 - $3,725
Thyroidectomy
$5,750 - $6,537
Nephrectomy
$7,000 - $11,000
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Selami Aydin

  • 4.5 Good 164 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Selami Aydin is an experienced physician. He specializes in diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid diseases, chronic and rheumatic diseases, obesity, and digestive disorders. He is known for managing complex chronic conditions and metabolic syndromes. His care helps improve patient health and quality of life.

    Dr. Aydin earned his medical degree from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He worked at Tokat State Hospital from 2001 to 2007 and at Private Kocaeli Konak Hospital from 2007 to 2021. Since 2021, he has been practicing at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is respected for his clinical skills and patient-focused approach.

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Varicocelectomy
$3,725 - $3,725
Thyroidectomy
$5,750 - $6,537
Nephrectomy
$7,000 - $11,000
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Zulfu Sertkaya

  • 1 Good 2 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics
  • 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.

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$5,140 - $5,140
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Ugur Boylu

  • 4.5 Good 229 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Dr. Ugur Boylu is a Professor of Urology. He is known for his skills in Robotic Surgery, Urological Oncology, and Endourology. He treats urological cancers and performs minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Boylu has played a key role in improving techniques in his field.

    He has written 72 scientific papers and presented 193 congress abstracts. He has also contributed to 20 books. His work has received over 1,150 citations, and his h-index is 19. Dr. Boylu is accredited by the Turkish Urology Association and the European Association of Urology.

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Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy
$14,900 - $15,000
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Semih Ayyan

  • 4.7 Excellent 47 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Accepting patients in the Urology medical unit of Florya Hospital, Prof. Dr. Semih Ayan completed his education at Sivas Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and received the title of Urology Specialist. In 1999, he became a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Urology at Harvard University; He became Associate Professor of Urology in 2003 and Professor of Urology in 2009. In 2015, he completed his Minimal Invasive Urological Oncology (Clinical Fellow) studies at the University of Chicago and crowned his professional education and experience with international studies.

     

    In the field of Urological Oncology, which is one of the physician's areas of interest, surgical treatment of prostate cancer, bladder cancer and kidney tumors provides a significant increase in the survival rate and the chance of surviving cancer. In the field of Pediatric Urology, which is another area of interest, congenital anomalies such as renal outflow stenosis, urinary reflux to the kidney and hypospadias are corrected by using innovative surgical applications and a lifelong contribution is provided to the patients.

     

    Medical equipment required for medical diagnosis, treatment and surgical treatment to be given in the areas specified in our urology units, laparoscopic surgeries and all kinds of equipment suitable for the use of new surgical techniques are available in our hospital. With the treatment and operations performed in our hospitals by making use of the best facilities offered by medical technology, a significant increase in the quality of life is achieved while the patients are healed.

     

    prof. Dr. Semih Ayan received almost all of his medical education and certificates from the leading institutions of America and Europe, and gained deep knowledge and international experience in many advanced specialties of urology. prof. Dr. Among the trainings and certificates Ayan has received internationally;

     

    American Medical License (USML)

    Pediatric Urology Fellow (1999-2000/Boston, USA)

    Urological Oncology Fellow (2014-2015/USA).

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Dr Ozkan Onuk

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Uroaesthetic
  • Dr. Ozkan Onuk is a skilled urologist with expertise in urooncology, endourology, female urology, andrology, laparoscopic surgery, pediatric urology, and incontinence. He is known for performing complex procedures such as nephrectomy, robotic da Vinci prostatectomy, bladder removal, and vasectomy.

    Dr. Onuk earned his medical degree and MSc from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Ph.D. in Urology at Taksim E.A.H. In 2020, he became an Associate Professor at New Century University. He has a strong academic background and extensive surgical experience, especially in minimally invasive and robotic urological surgeries.

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Flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS)
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Peniflex
$10,000 - $12,000
Transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy
$6,000 - $8,000
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Yilmaz Bilgic

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

    Degree: Bachelor's
    Field: Medicine
    University: Atatürk University
    Year: 2001

    Degree: Master's
    Field: Medicine
    University: Atatürk University
    Year: 2001

    Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
    University: İnönü University
    Year: 2012

    Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
    University: İnönü University
    Year: 2018

    Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

    H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

    Impact Factor: 8.1577

    Key Research Work:
    “Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

    Declared Project Title, Year:
    K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

    International Experience:
    Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
    Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

    ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

    • Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
      City: Malatya
      Position: Assistant Chief Physician
      Period: 2021 - 2024
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Tolga Okutucu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, EMPCLINICS
  • Dr. Tolga Okutucu is a Turkish urologist with expertise in men’s health, sexual health, and advanced urological disorders. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. He completed his urology specialty training at the same university in 2012. Dr. Okutucu has worked at leading medical centers, including Anadolu Medical Center (affiliated with Johns Hopkins) and Medicana Ataşehir Hospital. He has also contributed to international emergency medical teams.

    He specializes in prostate MR fusion biopsy, uro-oncologic robotic surgery, and treatments for erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and urinary system cancers. Dr. Okutucu is an instructor at EMPACADEMY, where he provides training on ESWT and modern urological techniques. He holds several accreditations in robotic surgery and sexual health education.

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Mehmet Guler

  • 3 Good 1 review
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Academic Titles

    • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, 1992
    • Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Residency, 1995
    • Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Residency, 2000
    • Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor of General Surgery, 2007
    • Interuniversity Council – Associate Professorship, 2018
    • Istanbul Aydın University – Professorship, 2023
    • Second Bachelor’s Degree: Anadolu University – Public Administration, 2008
    • Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University – Health Law, 2023
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Cemalettin Aydin

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education:

    • Bachelor of Science (MD): Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University, 1989

    Specialized Education and Experience:

    • General Surgery Specialist Degree: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 1997
    • Fellowship: Gastroenterology Surgery, Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, 2005

    Academic Career:

    • Associate Professor: General Surgery, Inonu University, 2011
    • Professorship: General Surgery, İnönü University, 2017
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Hilmi Cem Kaya

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  • 4 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Pendik Hospital
  • Dr. Hilmi Cem Kaya is an experienced ENT specialist. He earned his medical degree from Ege University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his ENT specialization at Uludağ University. Both universities are well-known for their strong medical programs.

    Dr. Kaya has worked at top hospitals in Turkey. He served at Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital in 2023. He also worked at Martyr Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he gained skills in advanced surgical techniques and patient care.

    He is known for his expertise in modern, minimally invasive ENT treatments. Dr. Kaya achieves high success rates in his treatments. He stays up to date with the latest research and training to provide the best care for his patients.

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Murat Savas

  • 3 Good 1 review
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Specialization

    • Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, 1990 /1996
    • Ph.D. / Medical Specialization: Urology, Akdeniz University, 1997/2002
    • Associate Professor / Professor: Urology, Harran University, 2012/ 2013
    • Professor: Urology, Istanbul Gelişim University, Faculty of Health Sciences, 2019/ 2023

    Professional Experience

    • Research Assistant: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Antalya (1997/ 2002)
    • Urology Specialist: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Antalya (March 2002 / October 2002)
    • Lecturer: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2003/ 2006)
    • Assistant Professor: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2006 / 2010)
    • Associate Professor: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2012 /2013)
    • Associate Professor: Ministry of Health Antalya Training and Research Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya (2013 /2018)
    • Associate Professor: Memorial Antalya Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya (2018 /2019)
    • Professor: Memorial Antalya Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya & Istanbul Gelişim University, Faculty of Health Sciences (2019/ 2023)
    • Professor: Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex (2023 / Present)

    International Experience

    • Berlin University, Charité Hospital – Fellowship in Urology (February 1 - March 31, 2006, Berlin, Germany)
    • Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Urology Clinic – Postgraduate Education in Laparoscopic Surgery by Endourology Association (May 1 - June 12, 2008, Antalya, Turkey)

    Memberships in Scientific Organizations

    • Turkish Urology Association
    • Turkish Andrology Association
    • Turkish Endourology Association
    • Turkish Medical Association
    • European Association of Urology
    • Endourological Society
    • Urological Surgery Association
    • Eurasian Urooncology Association
    • Turkish Pediatric Urology Association
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    • TÜYK Competency Certificate
    • "Recent Advances in Laparoscopic Urology" & "Urodynamics and Neuro-Uropharmacology" (October 8, 2000, Izmir)
    • IRCAD Advanced Laparoscopic Urology Course Certificate (February 13-15, 2008)
    • Laparoscopic Training Program Certificate (Endourology Association, 2008, Antalya)
    • Experimental Animal Usage Certificate (January 26 - February 4, 2009)
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Prostatectomy
$8,500 - $8,500
Coronary bypass surgery
$12,500 - $14,200
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Bilal Ergul

  • 4.5 Good 3 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
  • Dr. Bilal Ergul, MD, is a pioneering force in the field of gastroenterology.  

    His innovative treatment protocols have transformed the lives of many patients, including a remarkable case where he successfully treated a patient with a Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery.

    Dr. Bilal Ergul, often says, ‘Healing is more than treating a condition; it’s about restoring hope and improving lives.’ This philosophy is evident in every aspect of his work, making his and his team truly inspirational figure in the medical community."
    He has authored around 100 publications in different academic topics

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