Doctors in Turkey — Page 27

Dr. Firat Ozer is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in facial rejuvenation and complex breast surgery. Dr. Ozer previously served at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, a prestigious Turkish training institution. He works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir, which treats patients from 92 countries.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, and rhinoplasty.
• Expertise in breast augmentation, reduction, and lift procedures.
• Expert in septoplasty for correcting deviated septums and breathing issues.
• Practices at a hospital with 15,000+ successful IVF and transplant procedures.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Karacaoglu previously served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA. He specializes in endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis techniques.

• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 40 research papers and contributed to five international medical books.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which follows US clinical safety standards.

Dr. Özkan Onuk is a urologist at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 3,000 urological surgeries. He treats many international patients from Canada, the United States, and Europe. Dr. Onuk was recently appointed to the rank of Professor of Urology. His practice follows evidence-based methods and international quality standards.

• Specializes in complex urological procedures and sexual health treatments.
• Performs the Peniflex procedure for male enhancement.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.
• Provides online consultations for international patients seeking expert second opinions.

Dr. Engin Turkgeldi is an associate professor and fertility specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in IVF, reproductive medicine, and stem cell therapy for infertility. Dr. Turkgeldi earned a master’s degree in clinical trials from the University of London. He holds a Ministry of Health certification specifically in reproductive medicine.

• Performs IVF, embryo cryopreservation, and egg cryopreservation.
• Provides ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Uses stem cell therapy to treat male infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Ebru Ozturk Oksuz is a fertility specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She focuses on IVF, hormone disorders, and high-risk pregnancy follow-up. Dr. Oksuz completed training in assisted reproductive therapies at Memorial Hospital. She works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Holds certifications in assisted reproductive therapies and perinatal ultrasound.
• Specialize in ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Performs embryo cryopreservation and genetic testing for aneuploidy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologist and obstetrician at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in gynecology, obstetrics, and urogynecology. Dr. Ceydeli treats complex conditions like ovarian and cervical cancers. His clinic is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, a top-ranked US medical institution.

• Member of the AAGL, Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures for endometriosis and ovary removal.
• Expert in surgical techniques for hysteroscopy and hysterectomy.
• Serves at Anadolu Medical Center, a Top 10 medical tourism hospital.

Dr. Leyla Ozer is a psychiatrist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She is a founding member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association. Dr. Ozer holds national and European certifications as a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist. She focuses on depression, mood disorders, and psychiatric genetics.

• Authored over 80 scientific publications and 25 book chapters on mental health.
• Maintains membership in the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
• Winner of the TPA Research Encouragement Award and the Mood Disorders Prize.
• Served as an editorial board member for 15 medical journals.

Dr. Haluk Duman is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors. Dr. Duman completed a high-level fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex hand and maxillofacial conditions.

• Published over 60 scientific papers on micro-surgery and aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Expert in breast reconstruction, melanoma surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, currently practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. With over a decade of clinical expertise, the doctor has served in both private hospital settings and academic institutions.

Previously, the doctor held a position as a lecturer within the Faculty of Medicine at Gaziantep University, contributing to the Gastroenterology Department. Additionally, the doctor completed a period of compulsory service at Gaziantep Şehit Kamil State Hospital, further refining clinical skills in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions and internal diseases.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

The doctor is a highly experienced Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist with over two decades of clinical practice. Currently serving at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital since 2022, the doctor previously dedicated 16 years to the GATA Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital, contributing extensive expertise to the field of cardiovascular surgery.

In addition to specialized surgical roles, the doctor has held leadership positions, including serving as the Infirmary Chief Physician at the Bilecik Soldier Training Brigade. The doctor's career is defined by a long-standing commitment to cardiovascular health, surgical excellence, and institutional medical leadership.

Dr. Murat Ulusan is an otolaryngology and head and neck surgery specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He won the EORL Congress Best Poster Award. Dr. Ulusan completed an observer program at Johns Hopkins Otolaryngology in the USA. He also serves as a specialist at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Published 17 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Completed three TÜBİTAK research projects.
• Translated two medical books and authored three book chapters.
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Otolaryngology.

Dr. Ozlem Cemboluk is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. She specializes in mommy makeovers, body contouring, and facial rejuvenation. Dr. Cemboluk previously served as the Clinic Chief of the PRAS Clinic at Sakarya University. She operates at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Member of the International Confederation of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS).
• Performs VASER and laser liposuction alongside Brazilian butt lifts (BBL).
• Specializes in post-bariatric surgery, including arm and leg lifts.
• Completed specialized training in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery.

Dr. Harun Cologlu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in aesthetic, reconstructive, and revision surgeries. He previously led the plastic surgery departments at Baskent and Istinye Universities. Dr. Cologlu completed a professional observer program at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in the USA.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and liposuction.
• Performs gynecomastia surgery for male breast reduction.
• Former Head of Department at two major Turkish universities.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited and LEED Platinum-certified hospital.

Dr. Tayfun Caliskan is an interventional pulmonologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer. He trained in pulmonology and critical care at The University of Chicago Medicine. Dr. Caliskan co-authored a textbook on bronchoscopy in intensive care units. He also translated a key work on EBUS bronchoscopy into Turkish.

• Expert in bronchoscopy, EBUS, and COPD management.
• Executive Board member of the Interventional Pulmonology Working Group in Turkey.
• Holds memberships in the World Association for Bronchology and European Respiratory Society.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.