CT (computer tomography) Doctors in Turkey — Page 17

Dr. Melahat Bekir Kulah is a pulmonologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating asthma, pneumonia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr. Kulah won a Poster Award from the Turkish Thoracic Society for her research. Her work focused on the quality of life for patients with bronchiectasis. Dr. Kulah practices at a hospital that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Expert in bronchiectasis, scoliosis-related lung function, and COPD exacerbations.
• Authored nearly 20 publications in international and national medical journals.
• Presents research at major global conferences like ATS and ERS.
• Uses ultrasound to evaluate diaphragm thickness and respiratory health.

Dr. Caglayan Altinbas is a physician at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in rehabilitation for complex spinal cord injuries and pediatric cerebral palsy. Dr. Altinbas earned his medical degree from Marmara University and completed residency at Bezmialem Vakif University. He holds a certificate in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

• Expertise includes orthopedic recovery and pediatric physical therapy programs.
• Treats patients at a clinic scoring 95.4 out of 96.4 for quality standards.
• Performs specialized rehabilitation for children with motor disabilities.
• Practices at a university-affiliated center serving 350,000 patients annually.

Dr. Burcak Ekinci Evci is a neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She received the TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Award for neurologal research. Dr. Evci specializes in electroneurophysiology, epilepsy, and complex headaches. She publishes research on genetic links in temporal lobe epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.
• Expert in EEG, MRI, and CT diagnostics for neurological conditions.
• Performs medication management for epilepsy and treats trigeminal facial pain.
• Works at a hospital with 95.4 points in Healthcare Quality Standards.

Dr. Bengisu Ay is an infectious diseases specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on viral hepatitis, diabetic foot infections, and clinical microbiology. Dr. Ay has contributed to multi-center studies on antibiotic resistance and pathogen identification. She treats complex cases at a clinic that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C and Mediterranean spotted fever.
• Authored research on epidermal growth factor for diabetic foot wounds.
• Former physician at Acipayam State Hospital and Bozyaka Training Hospital.
• Published international research on causative pathogens in bacterial infections.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart conditions and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages cases of hypertension, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy in young patients.

• Expertise includes pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease in children.
• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a center with 21 intensive care units dedicated to newborns.

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.

Dr. Mehmet Soyarslan is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee surgery and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Soyarslan is a member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association. He also serves the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.

• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Treats pediatric orthopedic conditions, including developmental hip dysplasia and scoliosis.
• Presented shoulder arthroscopy research at SICOT and SECEC–ESSE international congresses.
• Completed specialized cadaver training in advanced knee and ankle surgical techniques.

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a professor of orthopedics at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in robotic knee prosthesis and complex joint replacement surgery. Dr. Bektaser serves as a lecturer and has published numerous scientific articles on skeletal trauma. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic knee, hip, and shoulder arthroplasty.
• Treats orthopedic oncology cases and complex bone fractures.
• Expertise includes arthroscopy for sports injuries and hand surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint conditions.

Dr. Osman Ilhan was part of the team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow stem cell transplant. He focuses on leukemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, and myeloma treatments at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. Dr. Ilhan has authored over 300 PubMed publications with 5,000+ citations. He holds the Platinum CME certificate from the European Hematology Association.

• Helped establish the Turkish Stem Cell Donor Bank (TURKOK).
• Served as a board chairman for bone marrow transplantation at the Ministry of Health.
• Former President of the Turkish Hematology Association.
• Founded the Cellular Therapy and Regenerative Medicine Association.

Dr. Sema Yilmaz is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in cell therapies for childhood cancers and cancer immunology. Dr. Yilmaz conducted research at top US institutions, including MD Anderson and Harvard University.

• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR).
• Treats complex pediatric conditions like neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs bone marrow biopsies and intra-arterial chemotherapy for young patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which features an on-site bone marrow transplant center.

Dr. Sinan Altan Kocaman is a professor of cardiology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Kocaman holds a high citation count for his research in heart rhythm disorders. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs cardiac electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation therapy.
• Implantation and long-term follow-up of cardiac pacemakers.
• Expertise in intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Yusuf Serdar Sakin is a professor of gastroenterology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He completed specialized motility and endoscopy training at the AMC Center in the Netherlands. Dr. Sakin focuses on inflammatory bowel diseases, reflux, and gallbladder disorders. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients every year.

• Performs ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection for complex gastrointestinal cases.
• Analyzes digestive function using high-resolution manometry and pH-impedance metry.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Manages gastric and duodenal polyps using therapeutic endoscopic procedures.