Premium Check Up Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Ertuğrul Ercan is a Professor of Cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in interventional cardiology, atherosclerosis, and stem cell therapy. Dr. Ercan trained at the Cleveland Clinic and in Melbourne. He holds the European Cardiologist Diploma.

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Former Head of Cardiology and Dean at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University.
• Treats complex valve diseases, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmia.

Dr. Humayun Kakar is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Turkey. He recently completed specialized training in heart failure at the University of Zurich. Dr. Kakar treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its cardiovascular department.

• Member of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.
• Completed a cardiology residency at the İzmir Dokuz Eylül University.
• Holds membership in the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Active member of the national Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Mete Gülpınar is an Internal Medicine Specialist at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital. He has over 20 years of hospital and ICU experience. He manages acute and chronic diseases.

Education and accreditation: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine graduate. Completed Internal Medicine training at SSK Ankara Training and Research Hospital (1999–2003). Certified in ozone therapy, mesotherapy, dialysis, specialized clinical treatments, and emergency care.

Career highlights include service at Aksaray State Hospital, Beypazarı State Hospital, Sudan Turkish Hospital, and 29 Mayıs State Hospital. He joined Optimed in 2025. Clinical focus includes ICU management and infectious diseases. He also treats systemic disorders: endocrinology (insulin resistance, thyroid disease, obesity), nephrology (kidney disease and failure), rheumatology, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, gastrointestinal disorders, anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and fatty liver.

Professor Ilhan Mavioglu is a highly specialized cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He brings senior academic expertise to premium check-ups, focusing on heart and vascular health.

• Holds the title of Professor – an achievement reflecting years of surgical rank and teaching
• Trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London for advanced cardiovascular surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive heart surgery – performs procedures through small incisions for faster recovery
• Specializes in peripheral vascular surgery – treats conditions affecting blood vessels outside the heart
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery since 2000

The doctor is a highly trained cardiologist with extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex cardiovascular conditions. The doctor's professional focus includes the treatment of hypertension, cardiovascular occlusion, heart failure, and heart rhythm disorders. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in addressing high cholesterol and managing congenital heart disease.

The doctor completed medical training at Azerbaijan Medical University and subsequently underwent specialized cardiology training at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, spanning from 2017 to 2023. Through this rigorous academic and clinical background, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients with diverse cardiac health needs.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions, including asthma, allergic diseases, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Expertise encompasses the management of lung infections, tuberculosis, and the clinical evaluation of lung cancer.

In addition to pulmonary care, the doctor is proficient in performing bronchoscopy procedures and conducting polysomnography for the assessment and diagnosis of sleep apnea.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including cardiovascular occlusion and myocardial infarction. Expertise extends to the treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure.

Furthermore, the doctor provides specialized care for heart valve diseases, rhythm disorders (arrhythmias), and peripheral vascular conditions, specifically addressing leg and cervical vascular diseases.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a primary clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including the treatment of cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks. Expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as the treatment of heart valve diseases and various rhythm disorders or arrhythmias.

In addition to clinical management, the doctor is highly skilled in interventional cardiology, specifically performing coronary procedures and diagnostic angiography to address complex vascular issues.

The doctor is a highly skilled urologist specializing in advanced surgical and clinical interventions. Expertise includes RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) for laser stone fragmentation, as well as comprehensive management of open and closed prostate surgeries. The doctor is also proficient in performing complex urological cancer surgeries.

In addition to surgical oncology and stone disease, the doctor provides specialized care for urinary incontinence and male infertility, utilizing evidence-based treatment protocols to improve patient outcomes.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive treatment of prostate diseases and the management of tumors and stones affecting the kidneys, bladder, and urinary tract. With a focus on urological health, the doctor provides expert care for infertility, sexual health conditions, and urinary incontinence.

Additionally, the doctor performs surgical interventions, including circumcisions and the treatment of undescended testicles, ensuring specialized care for both pediatric and adult urological needs.

The doctor is a highly skilled surgeon specializing in adult and pediatric trauma surgery. With extensive expertise in orthopedics, the doctor focuses on arthroscopic procedures for the knee, shoulder, and ankle, as well as complex joint replacement surgeries including knee, hip, and shoulder prostheses.

In addition to joint reconstruction, the doctor provides specialized care in deformity correction and limb lengthening surgery. The practice also encompasses sports surgery, addressing athletic injuries to restore function and mobility for patients of all ages.

Dr. Cem Basatac is an associate professor and urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic urological surgery. Dr. Basatac provides treatment for complex conditions like kidney cysts, varicocele, and prostate disease. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and nephrectomies for kidney conditions.
• Uses HoLEP and GreenLight laser techniques for prostatic hyperplasia treatment.
• Specializes in microsurgical and embolization procedures for varicocele.
• Treats infertility related conditions including azoospermia and testicular tumors.

Dr. Cihan Altin is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed interventional cardiology training at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Altin treats heart failure, valve diseases, and coronary artery occlusion. He specializes in minimally invasive structural heart interventions. Dr. Altin works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Performs TAVI, Mitraclip, and Triclip procedures for heart valve repair.
• Expert in pacemaker applications and renal denervation for resistant hypertension.
• Treats complex conditions including aortic aneurysms and heart holes.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Mucahit Gur is an internal medicine specialist at Emsey Hospital. He leads premium check-up screenings for endocrine and metabolic health.

• Diagnoses thyroid disorders using advanced thyroid function testing
• Uses 3 Tesla MRI for high-resolution diagnostic imaging
• Specializes in evaluating diabetes mellitus and chronic metabolic conditions
• Provides radioiodine therapy for thyroid cells using radioactive iodine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association (TMA)

Dr. Ozkan Onuk is an associate professor of urology at Hermes Clinics in Ankara. He performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP). Dr. Onuk treats Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and nephrectomy for renal conditions.
• Uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for tissue ablation.
• Specializes in reconstructive procedures like uretheroplasty and vasectomy.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) for kidney stones.

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist with an extensive career spanning over three decades. After graduating from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1988, the doctor completed a specialization program in urology in 1997. The doctor attained the rank of Associate Professor in 2006 and achieved the title of Professor in 2011.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held numerous leadership roles, including serving as the Head of the Urology Department at multiple university hospitals and acting as an Education and Administrative Supervisor at major training and research hospitals. The doctor possesses deep expertise in clinical urology, having served in various state and private medical institutions across Turkey.

Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic is a gastroenterologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and complex liver disorders. Dr. Bilgic completed specialized endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He also finished a training course on ERCP at the Olympus Training Center in Germany.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, and stomach resection.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus and chronic pancreatitis.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center.
• Maintains a Google Scholar H-index of 10 for his research in gastroenterology.