Best pulmonologists: TOP 94 doctors

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Prof. Dr. Erkan Yıldırım specializes in advanced thoracic surgery, including lung transplantation and minimally invasive techniques at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed fellowship in lung transplantation at University of Toronto
• Expert in VATS and NUSS bar techniques for chest deformities
• Member of European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons
• Published first clinical overseas study on lung transplantation from Turkey

Dr. Mert Tanal is a General Surgery Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital (2024–present). He previously worked at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital (2023–2024) and Tekirdağ Dr. İsmail Fehmi Cumalıoğlu City Hospital (2021–2023). He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Health Sciences Şişli Hamidiye Etfal (2016–2021). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (2009–2015).

He holds the European Board of Surgery Qualification in General Surgery (2022). He took the Turkish Surgical Society Proficiency Exam (2021). He has published 28 articles in international indexed journals and 10 in national peer-reviewed journals. He has 46 conference presentations and posters.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, ESSO, EAES, and the American College of Surgeons. His training includes IRCAD Robotic Surgery in Strasbourg (2022) and SENATURK Breast Surgery (2020–2021).

Dr. Sandrus brings decades of specialized experience in nephrology and internal medicine, currently leading the Internal Medicine Department at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specialized in nephrology at Hospital Clinic and Hospital Provincial de Barcelona
• Former transplant specialist at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona
• Head of Internal Medicine Department since 2009
• Member of Spanish and Catalan Hypertension Societies

Dr. Samuel Guevara Gomez specializes in prosthodontics and implantology with over 30 years of experience of experience, offering advanced dental care at RO Dental Clinic.

• Trained in prosthodontics and implantology at La Salle University
• Specializes in endoperiodontology with training from UNAM
• Experienced in complex procedures like All-on-4 Dental Implants and smile makeovers
• Received international training from experts in Brazil, Israel, and Liechtenstein

1,100+ asthma treatments performed – Dr. Acar brings extensive pulmonology expertise to Büyük Anadolu Hospital.

• Specialized in asthma, COPD, and allergic respiratory diseases
• Trained at Ankara Gazi University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs bronchoscopy for precise diagnosis and treatment
• Experienced in managing complex asthma cases

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Dalkilic specializes in advanced bronchoscopy and asthma care at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

• 35 years of experience of pulmonology experience
• Expert in diagnostic and interventional bronchoscopy
• Led successful smoking-cessation programs
• Special focus on COPD and related respiratory conditions

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Sariman specializes in obstructive lung diseases and sleep disorders, with 36 years of experience of experience in pulmonology.

• Expert in bronchoscopy and sleep apnea treatments
• Published research in national and international journals
• Trained in functional medicine and phytotherapy
• Participated in international asthma clinical studies
• Holds memberships in multiple professional associations

Dr. Uskul is a seasoned pulmonologist with over 26 years of experience of experience in diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, currently at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specialized in pulmonology and tuberculosis with extensive training in interventional bronchoscopy
• Holder of the Harasawa Fellowship Award from the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology
• Published 11 articles in international journals on respiratory diseases
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and European Association for Bronchology
• Completed advanced training in medical thoracoscopy and rigid bronchoscopy

Specializing in pediatric chest diseases for over 31 years of experience, Dr. Karakoc treats a wide range of respiratory conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Expert in pediatric pulmonology with extensive experience
• Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases at Marmara University
• Provides specialized care for children with respiratory issues

Head of Pulmonology at Teknon Medical Center with 32 years of experience specializing in respiratory diseases, including pneumonia and asthma-COPD overlap.

• Coordinated international clinical trials on COPD and lung function
• Published multiple studies on respiratory biomarkers and treatments
• Former professor of pulmonology at Central University of Venezuela
• Member of Catalan Centre of Excellence in Pulmonology research group

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tayfun Caliskan is a specialist in chest diseases and interventional pulmonology. His focus areas include bronchoscopy, EBUS, and the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer. He received his MD from GATA in 1999. He completed his Chest Diseases residency at GATA Haydarpaşa between 2002 and 2006. He served as a specialist and deputy chief at military hospitals. He was on the faculty at GATA and Sultan 2. Abdulhamit Han. He completed advanced training at The University of Chicago Medicine in 2015–2016. He became an Associate Professor in 2021. He has worked at Anadolu Medical Center since 2022.

He co-authored The Essential Intensivist Bronchoscopy. He is the Turkish translator of The Essential EBUS Bronchoscopy. He is a member of WABIP, EABIP, the European Respiratory Society, the Turkish Thorax Association, and the Lung Health and Intensive Care Association. He serves on the Executive Board of the Interventional Pulmonology Working Group of the Turkish Respiratory Research Association.

Dr. Bayraktaroglu specializes in respiratory health at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive experience in pulmonary care.

• Over 13 years of experience of dedicated practice in pulmonology
• Residency at Yedikule Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in diagnosing and managing various respiratory conditions

Dr Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is a specialist in plastic surgery with extensive training in the United States, focusing on cosmetic procedures.

• Graduated from Vajira Hospital and Ramathibodi Hospital
• Further trained at UTHSC, PACES Plastic Surgery, and UMC
• Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons

Prof. Toker leads the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and specializes in robotic lung cancer surgery.

• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Expert in tracheal surgery for tumors and stenosis
• Recipient of multiple awards from European and Turkish thoracic societies
• Director of the Tracheal Surgery Program at West Virginia University

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher leads the Cardiology Clinic at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, specializing in advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and treatments.

• Performs 3,000–4,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures annually
• Expert in catheter-based treatments including TAVR and mitral valve procedures
• Offers comprehensive non-invasive diagnostics like 3D/4D echocardiography
• Specializes in managing high-risk conditions like chronic coronary occlusions

Over 15 years of experience of thoracic surgery experience – Dr. Eser specializes in complex respiratory conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in thoracic surgery with specialized training from Akdeniz University Hospital
• Focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for asthma and severe pneumonia
• Former thoracic surgeon at Harran University School of Medicine Hospital
• Member of Turkey's thoracic surgery community