Doctors in Turkey — Page 40

Dr. Murat Cakar is a pediatric surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a university lecturer and an expert in pediatric urology and surgery. Dr. Cakar treats complex children's conditions at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

• Specializes in hernia repair, appendectomy, and circumcision for children.
• Performs pediatric tumor resections for nephroblastoma and medulloblastoma cases.
• Member of the Pediatric Surgery Association and the Pediatric Urology Association.
• Certified in newborn resuscitation and pediatric intensive care training.

Dr. Sevgi Yazar is a plastic, reconstructive, and hand surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She is certified by the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). Dr. Yazar completed a fellowship at UZ Brussels specializing in breast reconstruction.

• Trained in microsurgery at University Hospital Zurich.
• Studied under specialists at China Medical University Hospital and Chang Gung Memorial.
• Published over 10 scientific papers on fingertip reconstruction and skin lesion removal.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Cenk Indelen is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization for heart surgery. He holds an associate professorship and is certified in robotic console surgery from Belgium.

• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and coronary artery disease.
• Performs robotic surgery, bypass grafting, and TAVI heart valve replacement.
• Published over 25 studies in journals like JAMA and Cardiovascular Journal of Africa.

Dr. Nihal Tastekin is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and anxiety disorders. Her research focuses on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder. She uses dynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to treat patients.

• Experienced in AMATEM clinic outpatient and inpatient addiction care.
• Treats complex mental health conditions, including paranoia and depression.
• Expert in cognitive remediation and mood disorder management.
• Works at Turkey’s first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital.

Dr. Cahide Yilmaz is a pediatric neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She is dually certified in general pediatrics and pediatric neurology. Dr. Yilmaz focuses on brain health and developmental disorders in children. She works at Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, which holds JCI accreditation.

• Served as Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurology at Mustafa Kemal University.
• Held a faculty role as Associate Professor at Yıldırım Beyazıt University.
• Treats neurological conditions using advanced monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Provides care at Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

Dr. Ebru Yilmaz is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on oncological PET/CT imaging and systemic radionuclide therapy. Dr. Yilmaz earned her medical degree from Ankara University. She completed her specialized residency at Istanbul University.

• Uses Ga-68 labeled peptides and F-18 tracers for cancer diagnostics.
• Performs brain PET/CT scans to evaluate epilepsy and dementia.
• Expert in VIZAMYL PET/CT for detecting amyloid plaques in the brain.
• Interprets DaTSCAN imaging for dopaminergic neuron assessment.
• Former Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Halil Olgun Peker is a neurosurgeon with 19 years of experience. He specializes in scoliosis, spinal canal stenosis, neck hernia, neuro-oncology, and complex spine disorders. Dr. Peker has managed many difficult cases and has helped improve neurosurgical techniques and patient care.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. The Ministry of Health in Sirnak awarded him a Certificate of Achievement for his service. Dr. Peker often presents his work at international conferences, showing his dedication to neurosurgery.

Dr. Cafer Tanriverdi has performed over 20,000 surgical cases as an eye surgery specialist. He is an associate professor at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. Dr. Tanriverdi won the Best Oral Presentation Award from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. This recognition came from the leading ophthalmic surgical organization in the United States.

• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and LASIK procedures.
• Treats keratoconus using corneal cross-linking and corneal ring implantation.
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and femtosecond laser technologies.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Dr. Nuri Delikara is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He is an assisted reproductive therapy specialist with a focus on IVF treatments. Dr. Delikara holds a master's degree in public health from Marmara University. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.
• Served as Chief Assistant at Zeynep Kamil Women and Child Diseases Training Hospital.
• Completed a specialist certificate program in assisted reproductive therapy at Hacettepe University.

Dr. Emrah Özdemir is a cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ischemic and peripheral artery diseases. He also manages complex conditions like hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Dr. Özdemir completed his medical training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Istanbul Bilim University.

• Published research on ticagrelor-associated thrombocytopenic purpura in the Anatolian Journal of Cardiology.
• Treats patients at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at a center holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of 100 specialists at Valued Med Hub.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Abdullmutalip Simsek is a robotic and reconstructive urology specialist at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura Hospital. He is a member of the American Urological Association. He earned his PhD in reconstructive urology from the University of Sheffield, England. Dr. Simsek also holds membership in the European Association of Urology.

• Two-time recipient of the Alpay KELAMI award for Men's Sexual Health.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy and complex bladder removal with reconstruction.
• Specializes in penile curvature correction and artificial urinary sphincter implantation.
• Member of the American Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Erkan Vural is a professor and ENT specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He serves on the editorial boards of two major international medical journals. Dr. Vural performs complex head and neck oncology surgeries, thyroid procedures, and cochlear implantations.

• Holds a Turkish Board Certificate in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
• Treats sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and deviated septums using surgical methods.
• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles on ototoxicity and sinus disease.
• Member of both the Turkish Association of Rhinology and Otorhinolaryngology.

The doctor is a highly experienced Hematology and Internal Medicine Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades. Currently practicing at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, the doctor has held significant roles in both clinical and administrative capacities throughout their career.

Previous professional experience includes serving as a Hematology Specialist, Deputy Chief Physician, and Quality Management Director at Gölcük Military Hospital. The doctor also completed foundational clinical training and practice at Erciyes University, establishing a strong expertise in hematological disorders and internal medicine.