Page 7 - Best surgeons in Turkey: TOP 332 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Prof. Cengiz Koksal specializes in cardiovascular surgery with over 34 years of experience at top Turkish hospitals, currently at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Led the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Expert in establishing and running cardiovascular surgery clinics
• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery
• Extensive experience in both public and university hospital settings

Prof. Dr. Cemal Asım Kutlu is a leading thoracic surgeon in Istanbul. He heads the Thoracic Surgery Department at Central Hospital. He has decades of experience and international training. He is known for complex thoracic surgery and innovative techniques.

He achieved several firsts in Turkey. These include the first successful lung transplantation, the first robotic lobectomy, and the first Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion (EVLP). His expertise includes lung transplantation; VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery) and robotic thoracic surgery; tracheal and bronchial surgery; lung cancer surgery; and pleural diseases.

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair with European Hernia Society certification, performing advanced minimally invasive procedures at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published over 20 studies on hernia surgery techniques and outcomes
• Editor of multiple medical textbooks on hernia surgery
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery
• Expert in both conventional and advanced laparoscopic procedures

Dr. Murat Kilic specializes in pediatric surgery with over 19 years of experience of experience, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on childhood appendicitis and urinary tract infections
• Trained at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University and Erciyes University
• Expertise in pediatric hemangiomas and innovative treatments
• Works with both common and rare pediatric surgical conditions

Professor Ozan Beytemur specializes in complex orthopedic cases with extensive research on bone healing and tumors at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology since 2015
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on bone and joint health
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Supervised research on bone healing and fracture models

Associate Professor at Medical Park Bahçelievler with 28 years of experience in complex abdominal and colorectal surgeries.

• Specializes in hernia repairs – both open and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Focuses on bariatric, endocrine, and metabolic procedures

Dr. Bekar specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in lung cancer and complex chest conditions. Performs a wide range of procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Expertise in surgical treatments for lung cancer and bronchiectasis
• Skilled in managing pleural effusion and diaphragm conditions
• Member of Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery and other key professional groups
• Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques

Specializes in complex abdominal surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – Dr. Kazak brings extensive expertise to liver, gallbladder, and hernia procedures.

• Skilled in both traditional and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in surgical treatment of anorectal diseases like hemorrhoids
• Performs precise thyroid and breast disease surgeries
• Trained in advanced gastrointestinal procedures

Dr. Kadir Dicle specializes in complex abdominal and metabolic surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, offering comprehensive care across multiple surgical disciplines.

• Expert in obesity and metabolic surgery techniques
• Skilled in minimally invasive procedures for gallbladder and stomach diseases
• Specializes in oncological surgeries with a focus on colorectal cases
• Experienced in treating complex hernias and anorectal conditions

Specializes in minimally invasive stomach hernia surgery at BAH International, also skilled in oncological and anorectal procedures.

• Expert in colon and rectum surgery for complex cases
• Trained in obesity and type 2 diabetes surgical treatments
• Performs advanced thyroid and breast disease surgeries
• Skilled in treating gallbladder and stomach conditions

Dr. Davut Tepe specializes in ENT and plastic surgery, with a focus on rhinoplasty and ear corrections at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs endoscopic and microscopic middle ear surgeries
• Expert in plasma-evaporation method for tonsil and adenoid operations
• Specializes in sleep apnea and snoring surgeries
• Offers filling and botox procedures

Prof. Ahmet Memis specializes in interventional radiology and vascular surgery, performing complex procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques like embolization and stenting
• Former head of Interventional Radiology at Ege University
• Trained at Hannover University of Applied Sciences
• Handles vascular blockages, aneurysms, and organ tumors

Associate Professor Fatma Ferda Kartufan specializes in anesthesia for thoracic-cardiovascular and transplant surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 15 years of experience of experience in anesthesiology and reanimation
• Expert in regional anesthesia techniques
• Member of the Thoracic Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association
• Former faculty member at Yeditepe and Istinye Universities

Specializing in cardiac and thoracic anesthesia, Dr. Hasan Yurday Cetin brings 35 years of experience of expertise to Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Ege University and Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• Expert in anesthesia for adult and pediatric cardiac surgeries
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Member of European Association of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesiology

Dr. Boylu specializes in laparoscopic minimally invasive techniques at Medicalpoint International Hospital, offering faster recovery times.

• Expert in treating adrenal and anorectal diseases
• Skilled in laparoscopic advanced techniques for various surgical conditions
• Member of Turkish Surgery Association and Aydin Breast Diseases Association

Specializing in pediatric surgery, Dr. Divarci performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures for children at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe and Ege Universities – Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for congenital conditions
• Focuses on urogenital and gastrointestinal pediatric surgeries
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience

Dr. Ozyuksel specializes in pediatric surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with extensive training in both open and laparoscopic techniques.

• Completed rigorous pediatric surgery training at Hacettepe University
• Expertise in congenital conditions like diaphragmatic hernia and hypospadias
• Performs advanced procedures including bronchoscopy and colorectal surgery
• Special focus on minimally invasive approaches for childhood conditions
• Current practice at Izmir University of Economics Medicalpoint Hospital

Prof. Hakki Ulutas specializes in advanced thoracic surgery, using minimally invasive techniques like Uniportal VATS at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 31 years of experience focused on thoracic surgery procedures
• Expert in treating chest wall diseases and pectus deformities
• Trained at Inonu University, a leading center for thoracic surgery
• Member of European Society Thoracic Surgery and other key associations
• Performs bronchoscopic procedures and awake Uniportal VATS

Specializes in complex oncological and metabolic surgeries with a focus on pancreatic and bile duct procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Skilled in both cancer and bariatric surgeries
• Board-certified in oncological and pancreatic surgery
• Part of Turkey's leading cancer treatment network