Page 3 - Best Paediatric Check-Up doctors in Istanbul: TOP 75 doctors

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

Specializations

Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Heart Valve Diseases

Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)

Coronary, Angiography and Intervention

EDUCATION:

2014 ADNAN MENDERES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES, CHILD NEUROLOGY

2011 IZMIR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES

2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital, Child Health and Diseases

2004 DICLE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

EXPERIENCE:

2018 Istanbul Medipol Hospital

2017 - 2018 Kartal Education and Research Hospital

2014 - 2016 Denizli State Hospital

2011 - 2014 Aydin Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine Hospital

2006 - 2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital

2011Izmir Education and Research Hospital

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a Family Medicine Specialist since 2017. She earned her MD from Çukurova University in 2010. She completed specialty training at Yüzüncü Yıl University between 2013 and 2017. She is currently studying for a bachelor’s degree in Health Management at Anadolu University (2024–present).

She has 15 years of clinical practice (2010–2025) across 8 institutions. Her experience includes research in Family Medicine (2013–2017) and work at several Family Health Centers. Since 2020, she has served at TOKİ Avrupa Family Health Center in Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul.

Experience

2018 - 2022

Health Sciences University – Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

2016 - 2018

Diyarbakır Memorial Dicle Hospital Cardiology Clinic

2010 - 2010

Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2010 - 2016

Private Veni Vidi Hospital, Cardiology Clinic Supervisor

2006 - 2010

Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2005 - 2006

Urfa State Hospital

1999 - 2005

Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital

1998 - 1999

Duruca Health Center

Education

2018

Health Sciences University, Cardiology

2010

Dicle University, Department of Cardiology

2005

Cardiology Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Medical Specialization

1998

Ege University, Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mucahit Gur is an Internal Medicine Specialist. He focuses on Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Obesity, Hyperlipidemia, and Thyroid Diseases. He received his medical degree from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization in Internal Diseases at Düzce University.

Dr. Gur has worked at Tokat Niksar State Hospital, Düzce University, and Tokat Zile State Hospital. He currently practices at Emsey Hospital. He is known for his expertise in metabolic and endocrine disorders. Dr. Gur uses evidence-based methods and is dedicated to providing high-quality care.

experıence

educatıon and Traınıng

Congresses Attended:

1. 2010 Turkish National Congress of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Antalya.

2. 2010 32nd Turkish Plastic Surgery National Congress, Trabzon.

3. 2015 37th Turkish National Congress of Plastic Surgery, Ankara.

4. 2016 Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery National Congress, Fethiye.

Education:

• Higher Education (6 Years): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
• Specialization in Medicine: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007
   

Experience:

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Rostock, Department of Cardiac Surgery - Research Assistant, August 2007 - August 2008
• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, King Faisal Heart Institute - Fellow, August 2008 - October 2008
• Private Göztepe Şafak Hospital, October 2008 - April 2009
• Private Esnaf Hospital, May 2009 - March 2010
• Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, March 2010 - September 2011
• Private Anadolu Medical Center Hospital, October 2011 - June 2013
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2013 - December 2018
• Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, January 2019 - April 2023
• Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, April 2023 - Present
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• Professor: December 18, 2020
• Associate Professor: April 16, 2015-December 18, 2020
• Specialist Doctor: November 2009- April 16, 2015
• Research assistant: June 2002 - July 2007
• Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University - English (1995-2001)[Diploma Grade: 75/100] - Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Awards:

Second best oral presentation award: Didem Melis Öztaş, Mert Meriç, Metin Onur Beyaz, Mehmet Akif Onalan, Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Kıvılcım Sönmez, Kerem Oter, Sedat Ziyade, Beyhan Ömer, Ufuk Alpagut, Murat Uğurlucan. Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Levels in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, Kyrenia, Cyprus, October 26-29, 2019.

Areas of Interests

• Acute and chronic respiratory problems
• Respiratory tract infections
• Bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures
• Asthma
• Breathing problems during sleep
• Cystic fibrosis
• Tuberculosis

Education 

• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1991 - 1997) 

• Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, 1997 - 2002 

• Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases, 2004 - 2007 

Experiences 

• Göztepe Training and Research Hospital Pediatrics Clinic, Pediatrics Specialist, 2002 - 2004 

• Sureyyapasa Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist, 2007 - 2010 

• Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases, Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist, Lecturer, 2010 - 2023

Memberships 

• Turkish Pediatrics Institution, member of the supervisory board 

• Pediatric Chest Diseases Association, board member 

• Türk Toraks Derneği 

• Istanbul Tuberculosis Association 

• European Respiratory Society (ERS)

Education

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Urology Residency, 1992-1997, Ankara/Turkey

Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 1982-1988, Bursa/Turkey

Experience

Taksim Training and Research Hospital, 2009-2016, Istanbul/Turkey

Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, 2007-2009, Istanbul/Turkey

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2000-2007, Ankara/Turkey

Bergama State Hospital, 1997-2000, Izmir/Turkey

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1992-1997, Ankara/Turkey

Scientific Memberships

• Turkish Urology Association
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• European Association of Urology
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• Turkish Urological Association North Marmara
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• American Urological Association

Education

Doctor: Kilis Merkez No. 1 Health Center, 2006-2008
Assistant Doctor: Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, 2009-2013
Specialist Doctor: Bingöl Genç State Hospital, 2013-2014
Minor Assistant: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, 2014-2017
Minor Specialist: Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital, 2017-2018
Subspecialist: Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital, 2018-2020
Attending Specialist: Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, 2020-2022
Associate Professor: Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, 2023
Associate Professor: Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, 2023-2024

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Pediatric Society
Turkish Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
ESPGHAN - European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition.

Medical Intrests

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  -Irritable (Restless) Bowel Syndrome
• -Food allergies associated with the digestive system
• -Constipation, faecal incontinence
• -Acute and chronic diarrhoea, malabsorption
• -Chronic abdominal pain
• -Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• -Celiac disease
• -Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease
• -Treatment before and after liver transplantation
• -Acute and chronic pancreatitis

Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

Dr. Mehmet Yigit is an internal medicine specialist. He focuses on diabetes, metabolic syndrome, thyroid diseases, and hypertension. He also treats gastrointestinal problems such as dyspepsia, gastritis, and irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, he manages spondylitis and connective tissue diseases.

Dr. Yigit graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 2007. He completed his internal medicine training at Adnan Menderes University in 2013. He has worked as Assistant Chief Physician at Liv Hospital Ulus. He has held Medical Director roles at Recordati Rare Diseases and Alexion Pharmaceuticals. He has also held leadership positions at Abbvie and Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Yigit has served as an internal medicine physician at Manisa State Hospital. He has contributed to research as an assistant at ADU.

Education

• Undergraduate: Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, 1993-1997
• M.Sc: Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, 1997-1999
• Specialization: Pediatrics, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 1999-2004
• Subspecialty: Pediatric Endocrinology, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 2004-2007
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Experience

• Ar.Gör. (Research Assistant): Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, 1999-2004
• Research Assistant (Minor Research Assistant): Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine (Pediatric Endocrinology), 2004-2007
• Assist. Assoc. Dr.: Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, 2007
• Uzm. Dr.: Gulhane Military Medical Academy (Military Service), 2007-2008
• Uzm. Dr.: Bakırköy Obstetrics and Gynecology Training and Research Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2008-2011
• Assoc: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine, 2011-2013
• Assoc. Dr.: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine, 2013-2018
• Prof. Dr.: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine, 2018-2023
• Prof. Dr.: Biruni University, 2023-
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Scientific Memberships

• National Pediatric Association
• Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association
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Awards

• Growth curves of Turkish girls with Turner syndrome: FAVOR Turner syndrome study group: 59th national pediatric congress 4-8 November 2015 ANTALYA PRIZE FIRST PRIZE FOR AN ORAL PRESENTATION
• Anthropometric findings and karyotype in Turner syndrome: National Turner syndrome database. 19TH UPEK 22-25 OCTOBER 2015. POSTER SECOND PRIZE
• Investigation of the Role of Irisin in the Pathophysiology of Puberty Precox in Female Rats. Esra Kutlu, İlker Tolga Özgen, Huri Bulut 24th UPEK Short Oral Presentation First Prize.
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Medical Interests

• -Growth Retardation
• -Puberty Problems (Early or Late Puberty)
• -Menstrual Irregularities in Adolescent Girls
• -Increased Hair Growth in Adolescent Girls
• -Diabetes
• -Obesity
• -Thyroid Problems
• -Pituitary Disorders
• -Genital Abnormalities
• -Micropenis and Gynaecomastia in Boys
• -Adrenal Gland Disorders

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medicine, 02/07/2013
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery, 20/12/2018

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine: 2013-2019
Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital: 2019-2021
Istanbul Training Research Hospital: 2021-2023
Biruni University Hospital: 2023-Present

Awards

National Society of Vascular Surgery Congress-Oral Paper 2.2nd prize:
ÖZTAŞ DİDEM MELİS, Meriç Mert, BEYAZ METİN ONUR, Önalan Mehmet Akif, Bahşeliyev Şiraslan, SÖNMEZ KIVILCIM, ÖTER KEREM, ZİYADE SEDAT, ÖMER BEYHAN, ALPAGUT İBRAHİM UFUK, UĞURLUCAN MURAT (2019). Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Level in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress.

Dr. Meki Bilici is a pediatric cardiologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex congenital heart diseases in children. He is known for his skills in minimally invasive transcatheter procedures. Dr. Bilici is also experienced in fetal and pediatric echocardiography and advanced angiographic diagnostics. He performs interventions in both neonates and infants.

Dr. Bilici has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in international journals. He has also contributed chapters to medical books at both national and international levels. His work supports the education of pediatric cardiology. He has taken part in multicenter clinical studies, including research on the Occlutech® Duct Occluder for PDA closure. Dr. Bilici often presents his findings at major medical congresses around the world.

He has held important clinical and academic positions at hospitals such as Liv Hospital, Medical Park, and Dicle University. Dr. Bilici is a member of the Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association. He is dedicated to training future pediatric cardiologists and improving national standards of care.

Education

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2005, Bursa/Turkey

Experience

Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
Adıyaman 82. Yıl State Hospital, 2010-2012, Adıyaman/Turkey

He graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. In the year he graduated, he started his specialization in Istanbul University Cardiology Institute Cardiology Department and successfully completed his specialty training in 2010. After his specialty training, he completed his compulsory service in Adıyaman State Hospital for 2 years. After the compulsory service was over, he started working at the university hospital where he received his specialization. In 2017, he received the title of Associate Professor. During his specialization, he performed many operations in the field of cardiovascular diseases and peripheral arterial diseases. In 2018, he completed the Academia - peripheral arterial disease intervention training in Italy. He received the title of Professor in 2022.

He has carried out joint studies with many experts who are considered experts in their fields in Turkey, especially on heart angiography and leg angiography.

He regularly follows the congresses, seminars and courses related to the Cardiology branch organized at home and abroad every year. He has more than 100 domestic and international publications in his field.

Scientific Memebrships

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association for Percutaneous Intervention
European Society of Cardiology
SCAI Association

Awards 

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
European Society of Cardiology

Education

• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 2005, Konya/Turkey
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Experience

• Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
• Siverek State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Şanlıurfa/Turkey
• Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, 2005-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
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Scientific Memberships 

• Turkish Society of Cardiology
• European Percutaneous Intervention Association
• European Society of Cardiology
• SCAI (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions)