Doctors in Turkey — Page 15

Dr. Hanifi Onalan is an oncology and general surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss procedures and digestive system surgeries. Dr. Onalan has performed gastric sleeve and balloon procedures for over 15 years at Atlas. He previously served as a surgeon at Taksim Education and Research Hospital.

• Expertise includes gallbladder, thyroid, and hernia surgeries.
• Certified in videoendoscopy from Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education and Research Hospital.
• Performs complex procedures like colectomy, liver resection, and pancreatic surgery.
• Treats patients at an AACI-accredited facility following international safety standards.

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed hundreds of endoscopic spine surgeries. Dr. Kara specializes in minimally invasive procedures for the cervical and lumbar spine. He completed his medical training at Dicle University and specialized in neurosurgery at Kartal Hospital.

• Completed a clinical internship at the Helios Clinic in Hamburg.
• Performs anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal fixation.
• Focuses on surgical methods that shorten rehabilitation time.
• Works at Central Hospital, which treats 138,000 patients annually.

Dr. Senol Erguney is a senior urologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopic stone treatments and transurethral prostate surgeries. Dr. Erguney previously served as the Kocaeli Provincial Health Director. He also leads treatments for male infertility and sexual dysfunction.

• Performs endoscopic prostate and bladder surgery using the TUR method.
• Treats kidney stones through endoscopic crushing techniques.
• Expert in male infertility treatments, including microsurgical varicocele repair.
• Treats pediatric urological conditions such as nocturnal incontinence and undescended testicles.

Dr. Cemsit Karakurt is the Head of Child Health at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine. He resides on the board of the Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology. Dr. Karakurt treats children with complex heart conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital. He specializes in managing arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs coronary angiography for pediatric patients.
• Treats dilated cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation.
• Holds a board membership in the Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Emad Abdallah is a neurosurgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in spinal surgery and neuro-oncology. Dr. Abdallah co-authored a notable 2024 study on lumbar disc herniation. He completed his residency at Balikesir University in Turkey. His research includes investigating platelet-rich plasma treatments for spinal cord injuries.

• Performs laminectomy, discectomy, and radiofrequency ablation.
• Treats spinal stenosis, brain cysts, and complex spinal cord abscesses.
• Analyzes enzyme activity in patients with herniated disks.
• Uses minimally invasive spine techniques for faster patient recovery.

Dr. Bilal Ergul is a gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is known for performing Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery. This procedure treats complex swallowing disorders without external incisions. Dr. Ergul has authored around 100 academic publications on various gastrointestinal topics.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for GERD and gastric polyps removal.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs esophagectomy and small intestine resections for complex cases.
• Works at an ISO-certified university hospital that treats 20,000+ patients annually.

Op. Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He focuses on cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, medical retinal diseases, and pediatric eye care. He performs oculoplastic eyelid surgery and ocular trauma surgery. His skills include intravitreal injections, pterygium excision, and neuro-ophthalmology. He also has experience with advanced intraocular lens fixation, including scleral fixation and the Yamane technique.

Achievements and accreditations: Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD). Presenter at the TOD 59th National Congress. Attended the TOD 58th National Congress. Completed the TOD Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Course (2024). Published “Comparison of the Effects of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses on Lenticular Astigmatism” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Holds certification in Botox and dermal fillers.

Dr. Semih Ayan is a urologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is certified by the European Board of Urology. Dr. Ayan completed a research fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He also completed a clinical fellowship in robotic surgery at the University of Chicago.

• Specializes in urologic oncology and pediatric urology.
• Performs a high volume of endoscopic and percutaneous surgeries for urinary stones.
• Member of the American Urological Association and the European Association of Urology.
• Treats prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer using robotic surgical techniques.

Dr. Seckin Cagirgan is a professor of hematology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in treating complex blood cancers like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma. Dr. Cagirgan rose through the ranks at Ege University from assistant professor to full professor. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its tumor board expertise.

• Performs allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Treats blood disorders using photopheresis, plasmapheresis, and targeted therapies.
• Focuses on advanced treatments like chemoimmunotherapy for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
• Is an active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Erhan Tatar is a professor of nephrology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He is a member of ERA-EDTA, the leading European society for kidney care and transplantation. Dr. Tatar treats chronic renal failure, diabetic kidney disease, and glomerulonephritis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility following global patient safety standards.

• Specializes in kidney transplant preparation and long-term patient follow-up.
• Performs hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis for patients with kidney failure.
• Focuses on hypertension management to prevent renal complications.
• Served as the administrative head of the Nephrology Clinic at Bozyaka Training Hospital.

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sule Temizturk is a physical medicine specialist at Nobel Rehabilitation Center in Pamukkale. She specializes in neurological and orthopedic recovery for children and adults. Dr. Temizturk treats musculoskeletal disorders and complex rheumatological diseases. She earned her medical degree from Ankara University.

• Specializes in stroke, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis rehabilitation.
• Performs dry needling, trigger point injections, and intra-articular injections.
• Treats pediatric patients for conditions including cerebral palsy.
• Practices at a center popular with Turkish celebrities and international patients.

Dr. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu is a urological surgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic procedures for prostate and bladder cancer. Dr. Keseroglu performs Retzius-sparing radical prostatectomy to improve patient recovery. He also focuses on female incontinence surgery and complex stone treatments like HOLEP.

• Performs robotic sacrocolpopexy and radical cystectomy for cancer and pelvic organ prolapse.
• Treats urological conditions using laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy techniques.
• Manages all endourological stone surgeries and endoscopic procedures.
• Works at İstinye University Liv Hospital, a 300-bed facility with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Ahmet Ekin is the founder of the Department of Hand Surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in microsurgery and complex joint reconstruction for the upper and lower limbs. Dr. Ekin completed specialized training at the Columbia University Presbyterian Medical Center in New York.

• Established the first hand surgery department at Dokuz Eylül University.
• Performs elbow, wrist, and shoulder arthroscopy and microsurgical tendon repairs.
• Applies finger, hand, elbow, and shoulder prostheses for degenerative diseases.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a specialized robotic surgery center.

Dr. Samet Yardimci is a specialist in gastroenterology and general surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He holds the Best Young Researcher Award from the Congress of Transplantation. Dr. Yardimci completed a fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at a top Turkish training center. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and gastric ulcers.

• Performs obesity surgery and laparoscopic procedures for the digestive system.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
• Completed an international observer program at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Texas.
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Competency Certificate for surgical excellence.

Dr. Savas Ceylan has performed over 5,600 endoscopic neurosurgical procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik. He specializes in the treatment of pituitary adenomas and complex skull base tumors. Dr. Ceylan is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He practices at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.

• Completed over 4,300 surgeries for pituitary adenomas.
• Expert in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for sellar region pathologies.
• Performed 150+ craniopharyngioma resections and 120+ chordoma surgeries.
• Previously served as Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University.

Dr. Murat Zeytunlu is a professor and transplant surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He focuses on hepatobiliary (HPB) surgery, liver transplantation, and oncological surgery. Dr. Zeytunlu holds a professorship at Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions affecting the liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
• Maintains membership in the Liver Research Association and the HPB Surgery Association.
• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Liver Transplantation Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a robotic surgery center.