Best High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) doctors in Istanbul: TOP 63 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Basri Çakıroğlu specializes in urooncology and endourology, with extensive experience in HIFU procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital
• Authored articles in international and local journals
• Specializes in endourology and pediatric urology

Specializes in HIFU ablation for various cancers, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expert in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Completed fellowship at prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – world-renowned oncology institution
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

After graduating from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000, he  

completed his specialization in Gynecology & Obstetrics at Başkent University Faculty of  

Medicine in 2006. He completed his compulsory state service in Nevşehir Ürgüp for 1year

and his military service in Edremit Military Hospital for 1 year. In 2009, he worked as a  

clinical observer in Israel Tel Aviv Chaim Seba Medical Center for 4 months. Between 2009-

2015, he worked as an Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist at Adana Başkent Hospital.  

Between 2015-2018, he received specialization training in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery at  

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. During his training, he worked as a clinical observer  

for 2 months in the gynecological oncology center of Charite University Berlin, Germany.  

After completing his subspeciality training, he successfully passed the European Society of  

Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO) exam in Athens in 2019. Between July 2018 and October 2024,  

he worked as a gynecologic oncology surgery specialist at Health Sciences University  

Umraniye Training and Research Hospital. During this period, he completed the DaVinci

Robotic Surgery course and received a robotic surgeon certificate. In 2024, he received the  

title of Associate Professor.  

Dr Cem Yalcinkaya has experience in gynecologic oncologic surgeries, and other basic and  

advanced gynecologic procedures. He is particularly interested in fertility sparing surgeries,  

laparoscopic and robotic surgical procedures.

Education:  

Post Doctorate of Medicine : Marmara University, Gynecologic Oncology Department 2015-

2018, Istanbul

Specialisation in Medicine : Baskent University, Medicine Faculty, Gynecology&Obstetrics  

Department 2001-2006, Ankara

Medical Faculty : Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medicine Faculty 1994-2000, Istanbul

Work Experience:  

May 2006-October 2007: Urgup State Hospital (Gyn&Ob Compulsory Service)

July 2008-July 2009: Edremit Military Hospital (Military Service)

November 2009-April 2015: Adana Başkent University Hospital Gyn&Ob Department

May 2015-May2018: Marmara University Gynecologic Oncology Residency Program  

July 2018-September 2024: Umraniye Training & Research Hospital

November 2024- Recent: Anadolu Medical Center  

Experience Abroad:

August 2009-November 2009: Tel Hashomer Chaim Sheba Medical Center, ISRAEL  

July 2014-July 2014: Hamburg Asklepios Clinic, GERMANY  

February 2018-March 2018: Berlin Charite Hospital, GERMANY

Memberships to Scientific Organizations:  

ESGO-European Society of Gyneacological Oncology (membership since 2015)

TRSGO-Turkish Society of Gynecologic Oncology (membership since 2016)

Foreign Language: English  

National- International Exams: ESGO Exam Certificate (2019 )

Dr. Sertkaya is a leading specialist in Andrology, holding the title of 'FEBU' from the European Association of Urology. He combines academic excellence with practical surgical expertise.

• Associate Professor of Urology since 2020
• Specializes in Andrology – a focused sub-branch of urology
• Performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals with leading techniques
• Founder of Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center
• Attended training sessions with world-renowned Andrology professors

The doctor is a highly experienced radiologist and interventional radiologist affiliated with Anadolu Medical Center since 2005. With a fellowship in interventional neuroradiology from the University Hospital of Zurich and a short-term fellowship from Harvard Medical School, the doctor has extensive expertise in neuroradiology and advanced imaging techniques.

Certified by the European Society of Neuroradiology and the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe, the doctor holds diplomas in minimally invasive neurological therapy and neuroradiology. A prolific contributor to the field, the doctor has over 100 national and international publications and presentations.

Prof. Ozdemir trained in HIFU treatment at Haarlaking Clinic in Munich – a leading center for this precise prostate therapy.

• Professor of Urology and Head of Department at Bilim University
• Fellowship in uro-oncology at European Oncology Center in Milan
• Multiple awards for prostate cancer research and surgical techniques
• Member of European Association of Urology and other specialist societies

Professor Cem Iyibozkurt specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic oncology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with training in robotic surgery from Florida Hospital.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in gynecologic oncology
• Certified in robotic surgery for minimally invasive procedures
• Member of European Society of Gynaecological Oncology
• PhD in Molecular Medicine from Istanbul University

Specializes in MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) – Dr. Tonge is a leading expert in HIFU ablation at Medipol University's Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• Trained in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery at Gazi University
• Completed a Deep Brain Stimulation fellowship in Maastricht
• Board member of the Turkish Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society
• Published 32 papers on movement disorder treatments
• Member of World and European Stereotactic Neurosurgery Societies

Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak is a leading expert in deep brain stimulation and functional neurosurgery, with over 30 years of experience of specialized experience at Atlas University Hospital.

• Completed PhD on deep brain stimulation at Maastricht University
• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Published 46 international papers on neurological interventions
• Supervised specialty theses on advanced neuromodulation techniques

Specializes in kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment and endoscopic prostate surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Over 38 years of experience of experience in urology
• Former Chief Physician at multiple state hospitals
• Expert in TUR method for prostate and bladder surgery
• Trained at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex sellar region pathologies at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University since 1998
• Pioneering work in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors
• Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee and other international societies
• Trained in stereotactic neurosurgery in Birmingham, UK

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries, including HIFU ablation, at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy
• Performs advanced laparoscopic procedures like nephrectomy and pyeloplasty
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Esra Nur Tola specializes in gynecology and obstetrics at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, with a strong focus on reproductive health and advanced treatments.

• Published over 50 research papers on reproductive health
• Expert in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility treatments
• Active participant in international medical congresses

Assoc. Prof. Selçuk Sılay specializes in robotic surgery for urology conditions in children, with extensive experience in pediatric laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.

• Performed over 300 pediatric laparoscopic surgeries
• Completed 100 pediatric robotic surgeries
• Head of Pediatric Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Trained at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital
• Recipient of the 2018 Crystal Matula Award

Dr. Uyar specializes in reproductive medicine and advanced gynecological procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Expert in in-vitro fertilization and recurrent miscarriages
• Aesthetic Genital Surgery Fellowship certified by The British Academy of CME
• Member of European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology

Dr. Tokmak specializes in neurology with a Master's in Electrophysiology, focusing on EMG, EEG, and PSG studies at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expertise in EMG, EEG, PSG, Dementia, Headache, and Vertigo
• Worked at Ağrı State Hospital and Medical Park Hospitals

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in advanced neurosurgical techniques, including HIFU ablation, at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 39 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in neurooncology
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with extensive experience in complex brain procedures. Specializes in focused ultrasound ablation at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Over 22 years of experience of medical practice in prestigious hospitals

Prof. Imer brings over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in advanced techniques like HIFU at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery
• Completed advanced Gamma Knife training in Marseille for precise ablation procedures
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's renowned neurosurgery department