Kidney biopsy Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Özcan Uzun is a nephrology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He treats complex kidney conditions, including diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis. Dr. Uzun earned his medical degree from Atatürk University. He completed his internal medicine and nephrology training at Dokuz Eylül University. He is a member of the Turkish Nephrology Association and the Izmir Medical Chamber.

• Specializes in hemodialysis and hypertension management.
• Treats chronic kidney failure, Fabry disease, and vasculitis.
• Manages kidney disease related to heart failure and hyponatremia.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a specialized robotic surgery center.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Dr. Veysel Kidir is a nephrologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is certified by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. He also holds certification from the European Renal Association. Dr. Kidir treats complex kidney conditions and manages dialysis therapies.

• Specializes in kidney biopsies and medication treatment for cystitis.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed studies in journals like Renal Failure.
• Member of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 600,000 patients annually.

Dr. Cihangir Akgun is a pediatric nephrologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed specialized training at the University of Toronto SickKids Hospital. Dr. Akgun treats complex kidney conditions in children using dialysis and medical therapy. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its neonatal and pediatric care infrastructure.

• Specialize in pediatric nephrology and general pediatric diseases.
• Performs kidney biopsies and manages long-term dialysis treatment.
• Specialized in diagnostics including pediatric renal ultrasound and CT imaging.
• Practices at the second-largest hospital in the Medipol Health Group.

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Doppler Radiology

Obstetric Radiology

Breast Radiology

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Pediatric Radiology

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Nonvascular Interventional Procedures

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Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic

Academy Medical Center

Anaclinic Medical Center

Kayseri State Hospital

Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic

Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center

Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital (2023)

Professor Serkan Deveci is a specialized urologist and surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He focuses on kidney biopsy for diagnosing urological cancers.

• Treats kidney and prostate cancers at a major Istanbul hospital complex
• Performs nephrectomies – surgical removal of kidney tissue or the whole organ
• Uses spiral CT scans to analyze urinary stone composition before treatment
• Section Editor at UpToDate – an international clinical decision resource for doctors
• Published over 20 papers in international medical journals

Dr. Tuncay Tas is a urological surgeon at Safe Urology Clinic in Istanbul. He is one of the first five doctors globally to publish results on P-Shot applications. Dr. Tas specializes in urological oncology and male sexual health. He completed his fellowship at Heidelberg University in Germany. His practice focuses on regenerative medicine and robotic surgery for cancer.

• Developed a surgical technique for penile enhancement with a UK-based certification.
• Introduced combined PRP and stem cell penile injections to Turkey.
• Performs robotic prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Member of the International Society for Stem Cells Applications.

The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

Dr. Mehmet Tekin Akpolat is a nephrologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in chronic kidney disease and hypertension management. Dr. Akpolat completed a fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He has authored over 15 books for patients and medical professionals.

• Serves as a Professor of Medicine at İstinye University.
• Treats complex conditions including nephritis, renal failure, and hypertension.
• Expert in renal transplantation, dialysis, and chronic patient management.
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds JCI and ISO 9001 certifications.

Professor Orhan Tanriverdi leads urological care at Liv Hospital Ulus. He performs specialized kidney biopsy procedures using advanced imaging for high precision.

• Holds certifications from the World Surgical Infection Society
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for complex kidney and urological conditions
• Member of the European Association of Urology and American Urological Association
• Author of 31 articles in international medical journals
• Presented research at 71 global medical congresses

Dr. Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a clinical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She maintains professional ties with the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA. She specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Topcu is a member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Completed a fellowship at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Clinic in Canada.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including liver, pancreatic, and gynecological cancers.
• Held clinical roles at major institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Senem Karabulut is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a professor and holds a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Karabulut is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board. She previously trained as an observer at University Hospital in New Jersey, USA.

• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and breast cancers.
• Treats hepatobiliary system tumors, lung cancer, and genitourinary malignancies.
• Qualified by the Turkish Medical Oncology Society Board Exam.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.

Professor Tolga Akman leads the urology department at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He specializes in kidney biopsy and oncological surgeries for kidney cancer.

• Professor of Medicine at a leading Istanbul hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic urology for minimally invasive kidney procedures
• Performs complex nephrectomies to treat malignant kidney tumors
• Specializes in pediatric urology including backward urine flow conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University School of Medicine

Professor Ahmet Cag Cal leads urology at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He performs kidney biopsy procedures with a focus on urological oncology and complex kidney conditions.

• Trained at the Mayo Clinic and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in the USA
• Performs fusion biopsies – a specific technique that increases diagnostic accuracy
• Treats complex cases including polycystic kidney disease and renal cancers
• Holds the rank of Professor of Medicine in the Department of Urology
• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for kidney and prostate health

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in radiation oncology and thermoradiotherapy. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Engin treats complex cases like glioblastoma and stage 4 lung cancer.

• Performs advanced procedures including CyberKnife and targeted radiotherapy.
• Served as Director and Professor at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Department at Uludağ University.
• Awarded a research scholarship by the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).