Doctors in Turkey — Page 38

Dr. Gulnar Ibrahimova is a neurologist at the Medipol Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center. She completed her specialized medical training at Istanbul University. Dr. Ibrahimova focuses on treating movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. She practiced at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London as an observer doctor.

• Licensed member of the General Medical Council in the United Kingdom.
• Maintains membership with the Turkish Neurological Association.
• Manages long-term medical follow-up for patients with complex movement disorders.
• Contributes to clinical research published in international medical journals.

The doctor is a highly esteemed psychologist with over 45 years of experience, known for founding NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and serving as rector of Uskudar University. Specializing in the treatment of stress and diseases, the doctor is also recognized for innovations in psychopharmacology.

With a prolific career, the doctor has authored several books, selling over 1 million copies, and contributed more than 150 research articles and 45 written chapters. The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty and has received numerous awards, including the World Peace Invitation Award and the Golden Axon Leadership Award.

The doctor is a dedicated Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist with extensive clinical experience. Since 2013, the doctor has been providing specialized care at Memorial Atasehir Hospital, focusing on the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions in children.

In addition to clinical practice, the doctor serves as a member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, contributing to academic advancement and the clinical training of future medical professionals in the field of pediatric pulmonology.

Dr. Edal Sakli is an Associate Professor and ENT specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on rhinoplasty and treats conditions like sleep apnea and nasal polyps. Dr. Sakli earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He completed specialization at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital.

• Holds membership in the Facial Plastic Surgery Association.
• Performs septoplasty, cochlear implant placement, and nasal polyp surgery.
• Treats deviated septums, adenoids, and epistaxis.
• Practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Salih Taskin is a gynecologic oncologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is an ESGO-certified specialist in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Taskin completed a fellowship in robotic surgery at McGill University in Canada. He specialized in obstetrics and gynecology at Ankara University.

• Trained in robotic, laparoscopic, and gynecologic cancer surgery.
• Member of the Society of Robotic Gynecologic Surgery (SERGS).
• Former faculty member at Ankara University’s Department of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features da Vinci XI robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Ferhat Ferhatoglu is a clinical and gynecologic oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including breast, gastric, and medullary thyroid carcinoma. Dr. Ferhatoglu is a prolific researcher. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed studies on oncology outcomes.

• Published research in major journals like Medicine and Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics.
• Expert in managing systemic treatments for rare thyroid cancers and advanced melanoma.
• Focuses on personalized chemotherapy protocols for gastric and ovarian cancer patients.
• Works at a center with an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.

Dr. Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She has published over 50 scientific works in the field of eye care. Dr. Tuzcu specializing in cataract and strabismus surgery. She treats medical conditions like amblyopia and performs multifocal lens implantations.

• Completed retina training at the Ankara Faculty of Medicine.
• Qualified in refractive and vitreoretinal surgical techniques.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at an ISO 9001 certified facility treating 30,000 patients annually.

Dr. Elif Afacan Yildirim is a medical specialist in rheumatologic dermatology. She co-authored a chapter in the book "Rheumatologic Dermatology," edited by Kenan Aydoğan.

Her work highlights advanced diagnostic methods such as histopathology, capillaroscopy, and fibroscan. These tools help in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of rheumatologic skin diseases. Dr. Yildirim’s knowledge supports better care in this field.

Dr. Kadri Cemil Apaydin is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. He has over 40 years of experience in active clinical practice. Dr. Apaydin has published over 60 scientific works in international journals and conferences. He holds a Turkish Ophthalmology Proficiency Certificate and specializes in vision diagnostics.

• Member of EURETINA and the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS).
• Active member of the New York Academy of Sciences.
• Completed medical training and a residency at Hacettepe University.
• Works at a specialized clinic treating 30,000 eye patients annually.

Dr. Ege Sinan Torun is a rheumatologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has over a decade of clinical experience at Istanbul University. Dr. Torun focuses on internal medicine, immunology, and rheumatology. He also conducts research in hematology and nephrology. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

• Specializes in treating complex conditions like systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including whole-body MRI and bone density scans.
• Provides medication therapy for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
• Holds a Ph.D. and serves as a research assistant at Istanbul University.

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Atilla Saygi is a chest diseases and tuberculosis specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He is a prolific researcher with over 100 articles published in international and national journals. Dr. Saygi formerly served as the Dean of the Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine. He provides expert care for complex pulmonary conditions and respiratory tuberculosis.

• Served as Chief Physician at Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Hospital.
• Authored over 150 papers for scientific meetings and six medical book chapters.
• Received eight professional awards and 14 certificates of appreciation for his work.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Haluk Cokugras is a triple-specialized pediatrician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds certifications in pediatrics, pediatric allergy, and pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Cokugras is a member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. He practiced at Istanbul University for over 40 years.

• Specializes in childhood allergies, asthma, and immunology.
• Treats complex pediatric infectious diseases and pulmonary conditions.
• Member of the Balkan Pediatric Society and the Turkish Pediatric Association.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility with child-friendly care areas.

Dr. Ugur Aferin is a urological surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic and minimally invasive urological surgery. Dr. Aferin is a published researcher on mitochondrial DNA as a prostate cancer biomarker. He performs complex procedures including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.
• Treats conditions ranging from erectile dysfunction to localized prostate cancer.
• Co-authored research on urodynamic curve patterns in the journal Urology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Yasef Özsarfati is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has over 40 years of expertise in neurology. He spent a year in the United States researching dementia and behavioral neurology. Dr. Özsarfati earned his professorship at Istanbul University.

• Specializes in the treatment of dementia, epilepsy, and severe headaches.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.
• Uses advanced diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brain MRI.

Dr. Bulen Can is an endocrinology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He previously served as a faculty member at Istanbul Medeniyet University. Dr. Can holds a subspecialty degree in endocrinology from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients at a clinic equipped with AI-supported imaging and digital PET/CT technology.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (TEMD).
• Completed internal medicine training at Bezm-i Âlem Vakıf Gureba.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialists Association.
• Works at a facility featuring 19 operating rooms and a dedicated research unit.

Dr. Savash Chomlek is an anesthesiologist and algology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Chomlek uses ultrasound-guided techniques to improve precision in pain management. He treats chronic pain conditions and manages anesthesia for complex surgeries.

• Member of the World Academy of Pain Medicine United and World Institute of Pain.
• Earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, a JCI-accredited smart facility.
• Focuses on pain management research and the latest interventional anesthesia techniques.

Dr. Mahir Cengiz is a Professor of Internal Medicine at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He previously served as chief physician at two major hospitals in Turkey. Dr. Cengiz treats a wide range of adult health conditions and diagnostic cases. He has over 12 years of experience as a university lecturer in medicine.

• Held the role of Chief Resident at Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa.
• Served as Chief Physician at Biruni University Hospital and Şarkışla State Hospital.
• Earned a professorship in Internal Medicine in 2022.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with 19 operating rooms.