Page 2 - Best Sleep Apnea doctors: TOP 77 doctors

Dr. Ali Rahimi specializes in ENT surgeries with 25+ years of experience, including snoring and sleep apnea procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed ENT specialization at Hacettepe University – Turkey's leading medical school
• Former Chief Physician at multiple hospitals with leadership in ENT departments
• Performs advanced techniques for snoring and sleep apnea surgeries
• Expertise in septoplasty, adenoid, and tonsil procedures related to airway issues

Associate Professor Edal Sakli specializes in otorhinolaryngology and has a special interest in rhinoplasty, working in Istanbul's top medical institutions.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Ear Nose Throat Foundation
• Affiliated with Turkish ENT and Surgery Association

Prof. Vural researches and treats obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) at Valued Med Hub – with multiple studies on CPAP effects and surgical outcomes.

• 14+ years specializing in otorhinolaryngology and sleep disorders
• Published research on CPAP's mucosal effects in OSA patients
• Studies uvulopalatal flap surgery outcomes for apnea reduction
• Member of Turkish Rhinology and ENT associations
• Professor at University of Avrasya's ENT department

Specializes in ENT with extensive experience at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and international training in France and the US.

• Over 30 years of ENT practice
• Trained at Indiana Methodist Hospital and Institut Gustave Roussy
• Former ENT Chief Assistant at Şişli Etfal Hospital
• Assistant Physician at Hopital Foch in France

Dr. Tolga Kandogan has published in 28 international refereed journals and presented at 17 international scientific meetings.

• Articles published in 55 national refereed journals
• Presented 56 papers and posters at national scientific meetings
• Attended 8 international conferences
• Participated in 32 domestic meetings

Over 900 treatments performed – Dr. Tugce Turker Botanlioglu brings two decades of ENT expertise to sleep apnea cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 20 years specializing in ENT conditions
• Experienced in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea
• Works at a leading hospital in Turkey

35 years specializing in otolaryngology – Dr Prapas Teerakul has performed 900+ treatments.

• Assistant Professor at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
• Specializes in head and neck surgery
• Certified in Otolaryngology by Ramathibodi Hospital
• Rated 4 out of 5 by patients

Ozcan Oztrk specializes in ENT conditions with a focus on laryngopharyngeal reflux and its impact on sleep apnea. His research and clinical work bridge ENT and sleep medicine.

• Member of the European Laryngological Society
• Conducted research on upper airway resistance and reflux
• Worked at University of Pittsburgh Sound Center
• Published multiple papers on ENT and related sleep disorders

Specializes in sleep apnea treatment, combining extensive ENT expertise with research-backed approaches at Atlas University Hospital.

• 15+ years of ENT practice with focus on sleep disorders
• Published research on voice and respiratory conditions
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı – one of Turkey's leading ENT research hospitals
• Handles both adult and pediatric cases

Professor Selahattin Tugrul specializes in sleep apnea treatment at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital – with over 30 years of experience in otorhinolaryngology.

• Professor at a leading university hospital
• Specialized in otorhinolaryngology since 1997
• Academic focus on advanced sleep disorder treatments
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem Hospital

Pioneer in sleep apnea treatments – first soft palate implant in Spain and author of the first global sleep apnea telemedicine app.

• First European report on injection snoreplasty for sleep disorders
• President of the Spanish Commission for Respiratory Disorders
• Author of the first lateral pharyngoplasty in Europe
• Lecturer in Otorhinolaryngology at University of Seville

Specialist in ENT with years of experience focusing on personalized care for sleep apnea at Lokman Hekim Etlik Hospital.

• Diagnoses and treats a wide range of ENT-related conditions
• Utilizes advanced medical technologies for effective treatment
• Patient-centered approach ensuring customized care plans

Dr. Lokman Yucelli has over 30 years of ENT experience, specializing in sleep apnea at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Completed residency at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Specialized training in Istanbul MASTERCLASS FESS Course
• Active participant in national congresses and academic meetings
• Certified in Occupational Medicine

Dr. Yasar Cokkeser is an ENT specialist. He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed his ENT residency at Ankara Numune Hospital (1989–1994). He held a Clinical Research Fellowship in Otology and Skull Base Surgery at Gruppo Otologico, Italy (1993–1994). He also completed observerships at GWU Neurosurgery, House Ear Institute, USC, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania.

He served at Inönü University as Assistant Professor (1994–1999) and Associate Professor (1999–2005). He was Chief of Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (2005–2007). His recent practice includes Medicana Ataköy (2024–2025).

He has more than 75 publications indexed in Index Medicus. His articles appear in Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, Am J Otol, J Laryngol Otol, and Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. His work covers revision stapes surgery, skull base approaches, vestibular schwannoma, and DCR outcomes in 115 patients (130 eyes).

Dr. Skal brings 20+ years of ENT expertise to sleep apnea treatment, trained at Istanbul University and Şişli Etfal Research Hospital.

• Specializes in ENT disorders with a focus on sleep apnea
• Member of Turkish Ear Nose Throat Foundation
• Affiliated with Turkish ENT and Surgery Association
• Practices at Elixirmed Clinic in Istanbul

Dr. Karatas specializes in sleep apnea treatment with extensive international training in otolaryngology and head-neck surgery at leading European institutions.

• Trained at Hannover Medical School and University of Munich
• Member of American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
• Expertise in advanced endoscopic approaches to skull base
• Active in Turkish Rhinology Society and Otology Association

Dr. Ustun specializes in sleep apnea treatment with over 15 years of ENT experience at top Istanbul hospitals.

• Trained at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Private Nisa Hospital and Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital
• Currently practices at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Specialized in Sleep Apnea surgery with advanced training from Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Foundation. Practices at Atlas University Hospital.

• Expertise in OSAS surgical techniques from specialized courses
• Active member of Turkish ENT associations
• Published research on head and neck surgery cases
• Trained at Ankara University's renowned ENT department