Best Tympanoplasty doctors in Turkey: TOP 35 doctors

Education & Expertise

1981 to 1987 | Gülhane Military Medical Academy Faculty of Medicine

October 1990 to December 1993 | GATA, Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat – Specialization

Professional Experience

October 1988 to September 1990 | 5th CORPS Headquarters Health Veterinary Section Chief – Compulsory Service, Çorlu

January 1994 to September 1994 | Sivas Military Hospital, Sivas

February 1995 to August 1998 | Halkbank Health Center, Ankara

August 1998 to August 1999 | SSK Ankara Training Hospital, Ankara

August 1999 to 2003 | Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, ENT-BBC Department – Assistant Associate Professor

March 2003 to 2008 | Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, ENT-BBC Department – Associate Professor

March 2008 to 2013 | Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, ENT-BBC Department – Professor

March 2005 to September 2013 | KÜTF ENT-BBC Department Head

May 2010 to May 2013 | KÜTF, Faculty Board Member

December 2013 to December 2019 | Anadolu Health Center (Affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine)

December 2019 to December 2020 | Break Abroad

Foreign Experience

July, 1991 | Free University Hospital, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Division of Head and Neck Surgery, Amsterdam, Netherlands

May - July, 2002 | University of Michigan, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Division of Otology Neurotology, Ann Arbor, USA

July - August, 2009 | Sint Augustinus GZA Ziekenhuizen, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Division of Otology, Antwerp, Belgium

July, 2009 | International Neuroscience Institute, Hannover, Germany

July - August, 2012 | University of Pittsburgh, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Head and Surgery, Pittsburgh, USA

November, 2015 | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Dept. of Head and Neck Oncology, New York, USA

August - September, 2016 | University of Toronto, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Head and Surgery, Toronto, Canada

November, 2018 | University of Toronto, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Head and Surgery, Toronto, Canada

Professional Memberships

-Turkish Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Association

-Association of Ear, Nose, and Throat and Head and Neck Surgery

-Turkish Rhinology Association

-Otology-Neurotology Association

-Facial Plastic Surgery Association

-Laryngology Association

Board Memberships & Leadership Roles

May 2010 to May 2012 | Member of the Board of Directors, Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Association

2008 to 2010 | Turkish Rhinology Association, General Rhinology Working Group Member

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric ENT Diseases

Plastic Surgery Procedures (Rhinoplasty, Protruding Ear Correction)

Filling-Botox Procedures

Endoscopic/Microscopic Middle Ear Surgery

Sleep Apnea and Snoring Surgery

Tonsil and Adenoid Operations with Plasma-Evaporation Method

Specializations

Head and Neck Surgery

Surgical Treatment of Head and Neck Cancers

Dizziness (Vertigo)

Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries

Hearing Loss and Ear Diseases Surgery

Endoscopic Head and Neck Diseases Surgery

Head and Neck Diseases Microsurgery

Salivary Gland Diseases and Surgery

Specializations

• Head and Neck Surgery
• Surgical Treatment of Head and Neck Cancers
• Dizziness (Vertigo)
• Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries
• Hearing Loss and Ear Diseases Surgery
• Endoscopic Head and Neck Surgery
• Microsurgery for Head and Neck Diseases
• Salivary Gland Diseases and Surgery

2017: Oticon Medical Scientific Center Copenhagen Denmark.
2016: ICLO Teaching Center New Endoscopic Approaches to Lateral Skull Base, Inner Ear and Cerebello-Pontine Angle, Verona Italy
2016: World Hearing Center, Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, Warsaw,Poland
2015: Cochlear Science and Research Center Berlin Germany.
2014: Cochlear implant Center Medel Company Innsburck, Austria.
2014: Hannover Medical School. Clinic for Laryngology, Rhinology and Otology, Hannover, Germany
2014: Academy of Hearing Aid Acoustics (Akademie für Hörgerate-Akustik), Lübeck, Germany.
2013: International European Sialendoscopy Training Center, Geneva, Switzerland.
2012: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, klinikum der Universitat, Munchen, Germany.
2012: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, Bern, Switzerland.
2011: University clinic of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, klinikum der Universitat, Munchen, Germany.
2007: The Ohio State University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Otology and Neurotology. Columbus, Ohio, USA.
2006: University of Würzburg, Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Otology and Neurotology. Würzburg, Germany.
1999-2003 İnönü Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Kulak Burun Boğaz Anabilim Dalı
1993-1999 İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Turkish Rhinology Society

Tigris-Euphrates Basin Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association

Gaziantep Otorhinolaryngology Association

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Qualification Board

Turkish Otology Association

Malatya Otorhinolaryngology Association

American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology

International Vertigo Association

Dr. Denizhan Özkaya is a distinguished Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist based in İzmir, Turkey, with a medical career spanning over 38 years. Born in 1964 in İzmir, he graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. In 2000, he completed his specialization in ENT at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine.

In 2001, Dr. Özkaya co-founded the Private ENTO Ear Nose and Throat Clinic in Alsancak, İzmir, with Dr. Ümit Filiz. The clinic has since evolved into the ENTO Surgical Medical Center, where Dr. Özkaya continues to perform surgeries for both domestic and international patients.

After he completed his University in Dicle University Medical Faculty, he has specialized in ENT Clinic in Izmir Education and Reseacrh Hospital. Following he worked in Aydin Medline Hospital as ENT Specialist. Since May 2012 he began working at Private ENTO ENT Medical Center and still continue to work there.He is a highly skilled specialist in the treatment of protruding ears (otoplasty) and a broad range of related ear conditions. With a deep understanding of ear anatomy and aesthetics, he is adept at correcting prominent ears, providing solutions that balance cosmetic appeal with functional outcomes. His expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of congenital ear deformities such as microtia and lop ear, as well as addressing ear trauma, keloid formation after ear piercings, and chronic ear infections that may affect both children and adults. He is committed to offering comprehensive and personalized care, utilizing advanced surgical techniques and non-surgical options to ensure optimal results for his patients. His approach is patient-centered, focusing on delivering the highest standard of care with a dedication to improving both the appearance and overall ear health of his patients.

He was born in France in 1969. After graduating from İzmir Müdafaai Hukuk Primary School and Bornova Anatolian High School, he entered Ege University Faculty of Medicine. After completing his specialization at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine Ear Nose and Throat Clinic, he worked as Op.Dr. Together with Denizhan Özkaya, he founded ENTO Ear, Nose and Throat in Alsancak.

Op.Dr., who worked as a visiting doctor at the Ear Nose and Throat Clinic of the University of Vienna, Austria, in 1998. Ümit Filiz speaks English and German.

He is a member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Association, the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, the Turkish ENT Facial Plastic Surgery Working Group, the Turkish Sleep Research Association and the European Sleep Research Association Aviation Medical Association.

He received the “Flight Medicine” certificate at the Eskişehir Aerospace Medicine Physiological Training Course within the Air Force (8 October – 16 November 2001). Aesthetic and functional nose surgery, endoscopic sinus surgeries and snoring and apnea surgery are his special areas of interest.

Dr. Sezgin Bekdemir is a distinguished Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist based in İzmir, Turkey. Born in 1974 in Bulancak, Giresun, he completed his secondary education in Giresun before enrolling at the 19 May University Medical Faculty in Samsun in 1992. In 2000, he pursued specialization in ENT at Erzurum Atatürk University Medical Faculty, completing his residency in 2004.

Following his specialization, Dr. Bekdemir served at Otlu Government Hospital and Erzurum Numune Hospital. In 2005, he began working at Erzurum Private Recovery Hospital.

Currently, Dr. Bekdemir practices at the ENTO ENT Surgical Medical Center in Bornova, İzmir. The center, established in 2001, is renowned for its advanced technologies and specialized services in otorhinolaryngology, nasal aesthetics (rhinoplasty), dermatology, hair transplantation, sleep disorders (including sleep apnea and snoring), and hearing assessments.

Prof. Dr. Ali Vefa YÜCETÜRK was born in Aydın in 1963. He graduated from Hakimiyetimilliye Primary School in 1974, Izmir Private Turkish High School in 1980, and graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1986.

After completing his compulsory service at Adıyaman's Çelikhan District Health Center in 1986-89, he specialized in Ear Nose and Throat Diseases at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine between 1989-92 and worked in the same clinic as a specialist until 1994. KKK in 1993. He did his military service at Izmir Military Hospital.

He started working as an ENT faculty member at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine in 1994, and became an associate professor in 1999 and a professor in 2005.

In 1996, he carried out studies and research on larynx and parotid surgery at the ENT Clinic of the University of Ferrara, Italy, with Prof. Dr. Carlo Calearo and Prof. Dr. Antonio Pastore.

He is a member of the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association and the Laryngology Association.

He supervised four theses on laryngeal cancer, inner ear hearing loss and snoring-sleep apnea.

He participated in more than 40 congresses, courses and meetings at home and abroad as a speaker and participant.

He has 18 scientific articles published in international and 31 national journals, 11 international and 35 papers presented in national meetings, and 5 copyrighted book chapters. In particular, his studies on snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, voice diseases, laryngeal cancer and ear microsurgery have been at the forefront.

Biography
Ahmet Köybaşıoğlu is a Professor and Doctor who was born in 1958. He entered Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his education, graduating in 1981. He completed his specialization in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1982-1986.

While working as an ENT specialist at Ankara Dışkapı SSK Hospital, he also worked at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Research Center in the Netherlands. In 1997, he became an associate professor in the ENT Head and Neck Surgery department at Gazi University, and in 2003, he became a full professor.

In 1998, he worked on cases with his American colleagues at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States. He conducted academic research for 16 years from 1996-2012, focusing on head and neck tumors. He also deepened his academic research in laryngology, which includes vocal cord and voice disorders.

He specialized in voice hoarseness, snoring, respiratory problems, dizziness, as well as nodules, polyps and vocal cord cysts in the larynx. His medical interests also include pediatric ENT diseases such as tonsillitis, adenoids, fluid accumulation in the ear, and congenital neck cysts.

He conducted academic research and publications on tumors and cancer diseases that occur in the mouth, nose, tongue, jaw, throat, and skin areas in the head and neck region. These diseases are his primary medical interest areas.

Education

2003-2103 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor,
1998(November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary /Boston-USA,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training,
1975-1981 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experience
 

2016-2018 Lösante Hospital,
2014-2016 Memorial Ankara Hospital,
2012-2014 Acıbadem Healthcare Group Ankara Hospital,
2003-2013 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor
1998 (November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1990-1995 Ankara Diskapi SSK Hospital ll. ENT Clinic Specialist,
1988-1990 Bayburt State Hospital/Mandatory Service,
1986-1988 Adana Military Hospital, Ear Nose and Throat Specialist,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training

Medical Interest

Head and Neck Oncology
laryngology
Voice Hoarseness
Snore
Pediatric Ear Nose Throat Diseases
Elongated Styloid Prosthesis
Congenital Neck Tumors
Salivary Gland Tumors

After graduating from Fırat University Faculty of Medicine in 2008, he worked as a physician in Şırnak Silopi Health Center No. 3 for 2 years. In 2011, he started his specialization in Manisa Celal Bayar University, Otorhinolaryngology.

He completed his specialization in ENT Diseases Specialization in 2016. In 2016, he succeeded in the written and oral exams organized by the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Association and was entitled to receive a Certificate of Proficiency.

He worked as an Ear Nose and Throat Diseases Specialist at Manisa Merkez Efendi State Hospital between 2016-2021. He has been working at Private ENTO ENT Surgical Medical Center since October 2021.