Best transplant surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 57 doctors

Prof. Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in cancer treatment and organ transplants, with over 30 years of experience of experience and multiple international awards.

• Recognized for outstanding achievements in liver transplantation
• Member of the American Society of Breast Cancer and other prestigious associations
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a Ph.D. in General Surgery

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.

Dr. Ozer brings 22 years of experience of ophthalmology expertise to DERDA SAGLIK HIZMETLERI, with advanced training in ocular oncology from Wills Eye Institute.

• Fellowship-trained in vitreo-retina surgery at the University of Kansas
• Published research on rare eye conditions and innovative treatments
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Presented at international conferences on ophthalmology advancements

Professor Abuzer Dirican leads transplantology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive expertise in liver and hepatobiliary surgery.

• Over 30 years of experience' experience in liver transplantation
• Specializes in living donor liver transplants and complex hepatobiliary cases
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology department
• Published numerous studies on transplant outcomes
• Trained at one of Turkey's leading transplant institutes

Prof. Bulent Unal specializes in transplantology with extensive training in surgical oncology and international research on liver transplantation techniques.

• Completed advanced training in liver transplantation at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published multiple studies on living donor liver transplantation outcomes
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists

Performed 5,000+ kidney transplants and 1,000+ liver transplants – Prof. Dinckan leads the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specializes in complex simultaneous organ transplants
• 350+ pediatric kidney transplants performed
• Lecturer at Istinye University – trains future surgeons
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in kidney and pancreas transplants, with over 24 years of experience of experience in transplantology. His work includes pioneering hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy techniques.

• Associate Professor in General Surgery with a focus on transplantology
• Published 20+ articles on kidney transplants and general surgery
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques in Scotland
• Member of Florence Nightingale Hospital's Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Center
• Awarded by the Ministry of Health for contributions to burn center establishment

Associate Professor Polat brings specialized training in clinical trials and reproductive medicine to his transplantology practice at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Master's degree in Clinical Trials from the University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Göztepe Hospital
• Medical degree from Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty

Asli Tapan Kavusturan brings over 26 years of experience of dental expertise at Memorial Şişli Hospital, focusing on implantology and prosthetic dentistry.

• Trained at Ege University's Faculty of Dentistry
• Active member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
• Specializes in oral implantology and aesthetic dentistry
• Participant in multiple international dental congresses and seminars
• Holds memberships in Turkish Dental Association and Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

With 26 years of experience focused exclusively on kidney and liver transplants, Dr. Turunc leads the transplant program at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in both kidney and liver transplant procedures
• Previously responsible for kidney transplant centers at Medical Park Goztepe and Medicana Çamlıca
• Member of the National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Faculty member at Bahcesehir University's Faculty of Medicine

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle – Dr. Karacaoglan brings 33 years of experience of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' title by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Trained in breast surgery at Portland's Breast Surgery Center
• Member of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 30 years of experience, including leadership roles at Johns Hopkins and Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in kidney transplantation with a focus on complex cases
• Former Head of Organ Transplantation at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Published 35+ scientific papers on organ transplant studies
• Member of key transplant organizations including Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordinators Association

Prof. Dr. Abuzer Dirican is a renowned transplant surgeon with a Certificate of Excellence for completing 1000+ liver transplants. He specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex cases.

• 31 years of experience of experience in transplantology and oncology
• Fellowship at Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Recipient of International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Expert in kidney and liver cancer treatments

Specializes in liver and kidney transplantation at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with advanced training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.

• Over 15 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on transplants
• Completed clinical fellowship at Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices
• Expertise in laparoscopic and oncological surgery techniques

Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in liver and kidney transplants at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with extensive research in transplant outcomes.

• Over 25 years of experience of experience in transplantology
• Published multiple studies on kidney and liver transplant outcomes
• Member of the Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations of Turkey
• Trained at Pamukkale and Akdeniz Universities

Prof. Murat Dayangaç is a leading liver transplant specialist, directing the Organ Transplant Center at Medipol University Hospital.

• Heads one of Turkey's top transplant centers
• Trained at Mayo Clinic – a global leader in transplantation
• Published 70+ articles on liver disease and transplantation
• Member of multiple international transplant societies

Prof. Dr. Kamil Yalçın Polat trained in liver and multi-organ transplantation at New York University's Mount Sinai Hospital.

• Head of General Surgery and Transplantation at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Performed 100+ liver transplants with focus on surgical outcomes
• Member of American Society of Transplant Surgeons
• Published 50+ SCI articles on transplantation techniques
• Specializes in complex hepatopancreatobiliary cases

Dr. Tolga Kandogan is a prominent transplantologist with extensive research contributions, including 28 international journal publications.

• Specializes in kidney and liver transplantation procedures
• Presented at 17 international scientific meetings
• Published in 55 national refereed journals
• Active participant in both domestic and international transplantology panels

Umit Ozcelik brings over 24 years of experience of surgical experience to Transplantology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialized in general surgery at Baskent University – a leader in medical education
• Certified in critical anorectal diseases and breast cancer treatments
• Military service provided experience in high-pressure medical environments