Doctors in Turkey — Page 116

Dr. Alaattin Yildiz is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a two-time winner of the Turkish Society of Nephrology oral presentation prize. He focuses on kidney transplants, dialysis, and diabetic kidney disease.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School in Massachusetts.
• Studied podocyte biology as an ISN fellow at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsy and urethroscopic lithotripsy.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 70 specialized departments.

Dr. Murat Arslan is a fertility specialist and gynecologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in IVF treatment and laparoscopic reproductive surgeries. Dr. Arslan completed a clinical research fellowship at the Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine in the US. He also holds Da Vinci robotic surgery certification.

• Former Unit Director of the IVF departments at Acıbadem International and Momart IVF Center.
• Served as Department Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Biruni University.
• Performs complex hysteroscopic surgeries for infertility and reproductive endocrinology.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Mustafa Yaman is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a former professor at Istanbul University with decades of expertise in lung health. Dr. Yaman served as a visiting professor at the University of Paris Rothschild Hospital. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung nodules and cancer.

• Manages complex respiratory cases including asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung diseases.
• Performs bronchoscopic procedures for precise lung diagnostics.
• Served as Medical Director at Kolan Hospital and Universal Hospitals Group.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Ismail Cem Sormaz is a general surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endocrine surgery with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid gland diseases. Dr. Sormaz completed a fellowship at Universitätsklinikum Halle (Saale) under Prof. Dr. Henning Dralle.

• Serves as a faculty member at Istanbul University’s Endocrine Surgery Service.
• Performs thyroidectomy and laparoscopic surgery for adrenal gland conditions.
• Treats patients at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Turkey.
• Completed surgical training and specialization at Istanbul University.

Dr. Ahmet Salduz is an orthopedic oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed specialized fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Iowa. Dr. Salduz focuses on bone and soft tissue tumors. He treats complex cases including osteosarcoma and synovial sarcoma. His practice combines oncology with complex limb reconstruction and prosthetic surgery.

• Trained in prosthetic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
• Specializes in hip and knee replacements and complex joint revisions.
• Treats various benign and malignant bone cysts and soft tissue tumors.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Turgut Akgul is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and complex spine revision surgery. Dr. Akgul uses Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis treatment. This technique allows for spinal correction while maintaining patient flexibility.

• Board member and Treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Received the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for research on spinal tuberculosis.
• Specialist in narrow canal surgery and pelvic reconstruction.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery and Acta Orthopaedica.

Dr. Guzide Turanli is a pediatric neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in resistant epilepsy and epilepsy surgery for children. Dr. Turanli previously worked as a Professor at Hacettepe University. She completed deep observer studies on epilepsy surgery at the University of Zurich.

• Treats complex neurological conditions including cerebral palsy and headaches.
• Expert in clinical electrophysiology and EEG interpretation.
• Provides stem cell therapy for patients with cerebral palsy.
• Practices at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Emel Torun is a professor of pediatrics at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on child nutrition, growth monitoring, and immunization. Dr. Torun earned her medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. She has held academic and clinical roles at several major Turkish medical institutions.

• Treats children at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.
• Expert in breastfeeding benefits and childhood vitamin-mineral supplementation.
• Former professor at Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine.
• Focuses on developmental monitoring and preventive childhood healthcare.

Dr. Eda Kepenekli is a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a former Head of Department at Marmara University. Dr. Kepenekli trained eight subspecialists in the field of pediatric infections. She earned a national second-place award for her research on pneumococcal vaccines and antimicrobial resistance.

• Specializes in tuberculosis, HIV, and vaccine-preventable diseases in children.
• Develops training materials for rational antibiotic use for Turkish pediatricians.
• Treats complex infections in children with immune system defects.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited hospital featuring over 70 medical departments.

Dr. Ilker Tolga Özgen is a professor of pediatric endocrinology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won multiple first prizes for research on Turner syndrome and precocious puberty. Dr. Özgen treats growth retardation, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. He serves patients at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in a modern campus.

• Specializes in puberty problems and menstrual irregularities in adolescent girls.
• Treats metabolic issues including obesity and adrenal gland disorders.
• Clinical focus includes pituitary disorders and genital abnormalities in boys.
• Member of the Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association.

Dr. Kamil Deger is a pediatric surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in neonatal surgical diseases and complex congenital anomalies. Dr. Deger completed his medical education at Uludag University. He later specialized in pediatric surgery at Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty.

• Performs neonatal surgeries and treats anorectal region diseases.
• Expert in hypospadias repair and other penile anomalies.
• Treats inguinal hernias, undescended testicles, and hydrocele.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Nevzat Koca is a rheumatologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory joint diseases. He manages conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Behçet's disease. Dr. Koca focuses on pain syndromes including fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis.

• Expert in medication therapy for systemic lupus erythematosus and vasculitis.
• Treats genetic inflammatory conditions such as Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF).
• Utilizes bone density scans and whole-body MRI for precise diagnostics.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, a center recognized for medical excellence.

Dr. Hakan Yanar is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic oncologic surgery for colon, stomach, and esophageal cancers. Dr. Yanar holds an Honorary Diploma from the European Board of Surgery in Emergency Surgery. He has trained at prestigious US institutions, including the USC Keck School of Medicine.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic procedures for complex gastrointestinal diseases.
• Served as an instructor for cadaver training in colon and rectal surgery in New York.
• Completed specialized robotic surgery training at IRCAD in France.
• Works at a clinic recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Onat Ege Kutluturk is a GDC-registered dentist based full-time in the UK. He coordinates a unique treatment pathway between the UK and Turkey. This system provides local consultations and necessary aftercare for patients traveling abroad. Dr. Kutluturk focuses on restorative care and smile makeovers.

• Specializes in full mouth rehabilitation and implant prosthodontics.
• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant procedures.
• Provides Emax veneers and professional tooth whitening.
• Practices at Esdent Dental Centre, which treats 1,000 patients annually.

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.