Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 14

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci is a professor of endocrinology at Atlas University. He treats complex hormone disorders, thyroid cancers, and pituitary diseases. He practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. This JCI-accredited facility serves over 500,000 patients annually. Dr. Ipekci earned his medical degree and residency at Istanbul University.

• Authored over 40 articles in international journals with 230 citations.
• Winner of multiple awards at the National Diabetes Congress.
• Led scientific projects funded by TUBITAK, Turkey's national research council.
• Focuses on diabetes and adrenal gland management for international patients.

Dr. Akif Nuri Dogan is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in treating chronic conditions including obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Dr. Dogan completed his medical training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine. He provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments and personalized monitoring services for adult patients.

• Specializes in reflux, chronic tiredness, and metabolic disease management.
• Completed residency at the Bezm-i Alem Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.
• Offers specialized screenings including heart check-ups and cancer clusters.

Dr. Esma Sonmez is a prosthodontist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on restorative dental treatments and smile aesthetics. Dr. Sonmez previously served at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. She works at a JCI-accredited facility, meeting top US safety standards.

• Expertise in veneers, zirconia crowns, and complex dental implant installations.
• Performs specialized procedures like Invisalign and root canal treatments.
• Maintains a perfect patient satisfaction score on the Bookimed platform.
• Treats patients at an eco-friendly hospital known for high coordination quality.

Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has participated in approximately 3,000 cardiovascular cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in adult coronary artery disease and complex heart valve surgeries. Dr. Gencoglu previously served as clinical chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training Hospital. He practice at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul known for high safety standards.

• Performs aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve replacements and repairs.
• Treats peripheral vascular diseases and deep vein thrombosis.
• Expertise includes carotid surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Manages venous insufficiency and varicose vein conditions.

Dr. Ruhat Tanli is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions with a focus on arthroscopy and spinal surgery. He previously served as an orthopedist at Istanbul Beylikduzu State Hospital. Dr. Tanli holds a degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hand surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Ugur Korkmaz is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in esophageal diseases, chronic liver conditions, and pancreatic disorders. Dr. Korkmaz completed his medical training at Abant Izzet Baysal University. He later finished his gastroenterology specialization at Kocaeli University.

• Performs complex ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection procedures.
• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis and Crohn's.
• Provides weight loss solutions through gastric Botox injections.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating over 10,000 patients annually.

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in proctology and breast health. Dr. Balcioglu completed her medical education in English at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She serves as a columnist for two medical journals. Her practice focuses on minimally invasive surgery for common surgical conditions.

• Performs laser and Longo surgeries for hemorrhoid treatment.
• Specializes in local laparoscopic day surgery for pilonidal sinus.
• Treats breast pain, anal fissures, lipomas, and various hernias.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which is JCI-accredited for safety and quality.

Dr. Omer Oner is a maxillofacial surgeon and implantology expert based in Istanbul. He specializes in complex procedures including All-on-4 implantation and oral tumor surgery. He graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Oner later completed surgical specialization at Kırıkkale University.

• Performs hundreds of successful procedures for impacted teeth and cysts.
• Presents research findings at major global events like the Nobel Biocare Symposium.
• Completed training in emergency dental care and aesthetic implantology.
• Works at YEG Clinic, which is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Ali Karahan is a hair transplant surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. He blends expertise in anesthesiology with hair restoration to ensure patient comfort. Dr. Karahan formerly managed hair transplant units at Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa hospitals. He specializes in achieving natural-looking results for hair restoration patients.

• Specialized in Anesthesiology and Reanimation at Okmeydanı Training Hospital.
• Participates in national and international hair transplantation conferences.
• Treats patients at Quartz Hospital, an Istanbul center serving 6,500 people annually.
• Performed hair restoration procedures in various top Turkish medical networks.

Dr. Dilek Necioglu Orken is a neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on complex neurological conditions and patient management. Dr. Orken previously served as the Head of the Neurology Department at Demiroglu Science University. She also held the role of Education and Administrative Officer at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital.

• Served as a member of the faculty at Demiroglu Science University.
• Practiced as a specialist at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Works at Memorial Sisli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Provides care at a facility with a recognized history of world-class safety standards.

Dr. Fulya Gokdagli Sigir is an OB/GYN and IVF specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on reproductive medicine, infertility, and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Sigir has provided fertility treatments for over 15 years. She is an Assistant Professor of health sciences at Galata University. Dr. Sigir trained in perinatology at Frankfurt Bürger Hospital in Germany.

• Served as the Responsible Physician at the Kolan International Hospital IVF Center.
• Certified in Assisted Reproductive Treatment Practices by the Memorial Şişli IVF Center.
• Specializes in IUI, IVF, and stem cell therapy for infertility.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 250,000 patients every year.

Dr. Berna Buse Kobal is a gynecologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She conducted clinical studies in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Louisville, USA. Dr. Kobal specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for hysterectomies and cyst removals. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 250,000 patients every year.

• Performs laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and genital reconstructive surgeries.
• Treats endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and complex HPV cases.
• Provides bioequivalent hormone therapies and functional medicine for women's health.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical techniques.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a professor and rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals. He specializes in pain medicine, electrodiagnostic neurology, and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Cakar chair’s the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He completed training in brain stimulation at Harvard Medical School.

• Author of over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Treats complex cases using transcranial magnetic and direct current stimulation.
• Is a member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center known for neurosurgery excellence.

Dr. Birkan Duras is an aesthetic dentistry specialist at YEG Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in smile design, oral rehabilitation, and implantology. Dr. Duras graduated from Yeditepe University and pursued research in prosthodontics at Istanbul University. He performs procedures at YEG Clinic, which features an on-site laboratory for fast results.

• Member of the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD).
• Active in the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPİD).
• Treats dental conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Performs Straumann dental implants, porcelain veneers, and zirconia bridges.

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in hip and shoulder replacement and treats international patients. Dr. Dogan also manages complex spine and extremity trauma. He holds a degree from the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching Hospital.

• Expertise includes pediatric orthopedics for conditions like hip dysplasia and pes equinovarus.
• Studied orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital.
• Performs sports traumatology procedures for meniscus and cruciate ligament injuries.
• Dr. Dogan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting US healthcare safety standards.

Dr. Funda Ataman is a dermatologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in skin cancer treatment, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic rejuvenation. Dr. Ataman graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. She then completed a residency at the Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital Dermatology Clinic.

• Treats allergic skin diseases, hyperhidrosis, and skin tumors.
• Performs cosmetic procedures including Botox, laser treatments, and fillers.
• Uses dermatoscopy for precise skin examination and cancer screening.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation for safety and quality.

Dr. Safa Manav is a facial rejuvenation specialist at his private clinic in Istanbul. He is European