Page 2 - Best pediatricians in Istanbul: TOP 86 doctors

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and trained generations of specialists.

• Specializes in pediatric surgery and pediatric urology with 40+ years of experience
• Trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children – a global leader in pediatric care
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks, including 'Newborn Surgery'
• Active member of Turkey's Pediatric Surgery Society
• Continues to treat patients at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Cihan Meral combines pediatric neurology expertise with infectious disease training – a rare dual focus. He practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, one of Istanbul's leading centers.

• 20+ years specializing in pediatric neurology and infectious diseases
• Published 30+ articles in international scientific journals
• Former Head of Pediatrics at Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Child Neurology Association and Association against Epilepsy

Specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Dr. Yaman provides expert care for children with blood disorders and cancers at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Focuses on diagnosing and treating pediatric blood diseases
• Expert in managing childhood cancers with tailored treatments
• Works at one of Turkey's leading university hospitals

Professor Yurtcu specializes in pediatric surgery with expertise in congenital anomalies and complex childhood conditions.

• Trained at Selcuk University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Focuses on conditions like Hirschsprung's disease and hypospadias
• Over 15 years of academic and clinical experience
• Published research on rare pediatric cases

Prof. Dr. Ilker Tolga Özgen specializes in pediatric endocrinology, with over 20 years of experience treating growth and hormonal disorders in children at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in managing growth delays, puberty issues, and diabetes in children
• Clinical focus on thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal gland disorders
• Trained at Istanbul University and Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Holds professor title at Biruni University
• Published research on pediatric nephrology and endocrinology

Dr. Kocaman specializes in pediatric surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques at Memorial Göztepe Hospital.

• Associate Professor with over 15 years in pediatric surgery
• Trained in robotic surgery and advanced thoracoscopy
• Member of European Paediatric Surgeons' Association
• Expert in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair and hypospadias

Dr. Fatih Mert specializes in pediatric rehabilitation for children with special needs and newborn monitoring at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Over 15 years of experience in pediatric care
• Expert in childhood vaccinations and development monitoring
• Trained in neonatal resuscitation and mechanical ventilation
• Active participant in national pediatric congresses and symposia

Siar Dursun specializes in child neurology and pediatric health with over 10 years of dedicated experience at leading hospitals in Turkey.

• Trained at Adnan Menderes University in child neurology
• Has worked at Istanbul Medipol Hospital and other top medical centers
• Focused on child health and diseases throughout career

Dr. Ahmet Oktem brings over a decade of specialized pediatric care at prestigious institutions like Hacettepe and Ufuk Universities.

• Research assistant in Pediatrics at Hacettepe University's Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized minor in Pediatrics from Ufuk University
• Doctorate from Ankara University focusing on pediatric biotechnology
• Extensive research experience at Ankara University's Biotechnology Institute

Prof. Mesut Okur specializes in pediatric health and diseases with a focus on research and rare conditions, currently at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in diagnosing and managing childhood voiding dysfunction and nocturnal enuresis
• Published extensively on rare pediatric syndromes and autoimmune disorders
• Supervised multiple theses on pediatric allergies and diabetes complications
• Served as Chief Physician at Istanbul Medipol University Healthcare Center

Dr. Ahmet Oktem specializes in Pediatrics and Pediatric Health Sciences, bringing advanced training to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in Pediatrics at Hacettepe University
• Holds a Ph.D. in Basic Biotechnology from Ufuk University
• Doctorate in Medicine from Ankara University
• Over 15 years of experience in pediatric care

Dr. Sevil Bilir brings 20+ years of pediatric expertise across renowned Turkish hospitals.

• Specialized in pediatrics at Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Held academic roles at Abant Izzet Baysal University as Associate Professor
• Expertise spans from research to practical pediatric care

Specializes in pediatric rehabilitation for children with special needs and comprehensive newborn care at BAH International.

• Expert in childhood vaccinations and developmental monitoring
• Focuses on growth and development retardation cases
• Providing personalized care for a wide range of childhood diseases

Dr. Erdal Irmak specializes in children's health, focusing on newborns and infants with breathing problems, feeding issues, and neonatal conditions.

• Expert in neonatal jaundice and sepsis management
• Specializes in childhood allergies and atopic dermatitis
• Monitors healthy child growth and development
• Handles recurring constipation and appetite problems in children

Specializes in pediatric surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopic procedures for undescended testis and appendectomy.

• Experienced in gastrointestinal and thoracic surgery for children
• Handles newborn surgeries and childhood tumors
• Performs thyroid surgeries and trauma interventions

Dr. Erdogan specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for pediatric gastroenterology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology at Ankara City Hospital
• Expert in ERCP, EUS, and POEM techniques
• Published multiple studies on inflammatory bowel disease treatments
• Member of leading gastroenterology research teams in Turkey

Prof. Haluk Cokugras specializes in pediatric allergy and infectious diseases at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, with over 40 years of experience in pediatrics.

• Double specialization in pediatric allergy and infectious diseases
• Member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
• Former faculty at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medicine School
• Active participant in pediatric congresses across Europe