Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 44

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain tumor removal and minimally invasive intracerebral hemorrhage surgery. Dr. Mucuoglu utilized 3D printing technology for assisted transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Dokuz Eylül University.
• Treats complex conditions including spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and acoustic neuroma.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and vagus nerve stimulation surgery.
• Specialized in surgical neuroanatomy and head injury management.

Dr. Ali Ihsan Anadolulu is a surgical specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He focuses on pediatric gastrointestinal surgery and anorectal malformations. Dr. Anadolulu treats complex colorectal and pelvic floor disorders in children. He uses minimally invasive techniques for pediatric surgical cases.

• Performs specialized surgeries for nephroblastoma and rhabdomyosarcoma removal.
• Treats motility disorders and anorectal malformations in pediatric patients.
• Expert in pituitary tumor surgery for children and adolescents.
• Works at Central Hospital, which features modern neonatal intensive care units.

Dr. Meryem Eken is a professor and head of the IVF Unit at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. She focuses on infertility, including natural-cycle IVF and intrauterine insemination. She is a winner of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics First Prize. Dr. Eken previously led the IVF Unit at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

• Authored over 30 peer-reviewed international articles on reproductive health.
• Performs minimally invasive myomectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis and recurrent pregnancy loss.
• Uses PRP therapy for ovarian and uterine rejuvenation.

Dr. Deniz Konya is a spinal neurosurgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex. He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Konya specializes in complex spinal tumors and scoliosis. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul. His work focuses on both adult and pediatric spinal conditions.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and European Spine Society.
• Published 40+ articles in overseas peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Former Board Member of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Treats spinal fractures, herniated disks, and spinal strictures.

Dr. Burcin Arican Alpay is an Associate Professor in Endodontics at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital. She led two TUBITAK projects focused on genetics and artificial intelligence in dental research. Dr. Alpay earned her PhD in Endodontics from Marmara University.

• Specializes in root canal treatment and removing foreign bodies using a microscope.
• Integrates microbiology and rational drug use into clinical endodontic care.
• Treats patients at a multidisciplinary university hospital accredited by the TMA.
• Practices at a facility equipped with specialized sedation and anesthesia units.

Dr. Omer Alatas is a dentist at CE International Hospital in Istanbul. He has provided dental care since 2014. He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association. Dr. Alatas treats patients at a clinic that serves 12,000 people annually.

• Specializes in porcelain laminate veneers and fractured tooth restorations.
• Performs zirconia crown installations and E-max veneer procedures.
• Completed training in digital and traditional fixed prostheses.
• Certified in dental botox and root canal treatments.

Dr. Yucel Ozturk is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 30,000 surgical cases. Dr. Ozturk treats complex eye conditions like optic nerve atrophy and cataracts. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and retinal detachment surgery.
• Authored 20 international and national scientific publications.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and phacoemulsification.

Dr. Ayse Akkus is a dermatologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in skin treatments and medical aesthetics. Dr. Akkus is a member of the Turkish Dermatology Association. She has published research in international peer-reviewed journals on nail and skin conditions. Her work is featured in professional publications like Dermatologic Therapy.

• Performs chemical matricectomy, laser mole removal, and scar revision.
• Treats dermatological conditions using stem cell rejuvenation and phototherapy.
• Provides Botox injections, fillers, and mesotherapy for facial rejuvenation.
• Practices at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

Dr. Serdar Bilmen is a dentist at CE International Hospital in Istanbul. He delivers aesthetic and functional smile restorations using master-class surgical techniques. Dr. Bilmen specializes in implantology, periodontology, and prosthetic dentistry.

• Holds advanced level implantology and master-class implant surgery certifications.
• Expert in Hollywood Smile design, zirconium crowns, and root canal treatments.
• Formally trained in current approaches in periodontology and aesthetic dentistry.
• Works at CE International Hospital, which holds IFSO and ISO 9001 certifications.

Dr. Emre Turkmen is a specialized ENT and facial plastic surgeon at Estemarley Clinic in Istanbul. He focuses on rhinoplasty, ear aesthetics, and sinus surgery. Dr. Turkmen is an active member of the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery (EAFPS).

• Completed sinus surgery training in Germany and maxillofacial surgery courses in Turkey.
• Treats complex nasal conditions including deviated septums, polyps, and chronic sinusitis.
• Performs surgical and non-surgical nose corrections, including wide and bulbous nose rhinoplasty.
• Served as a chief physician during his medical practice at a state hospital.