Best Liver transplant doctors in Turkey: TOP 13 doctors

Prof. Abuzer Dirican leads liver transplant surgery at Florence Nightingale Hospital, bringing decades of specialized expertise to complex cases.

• Professor at İnönü University Liver Transplant Institute
• Published extensively on hepatobiliary surgery outcomes
• Member of International Liver Transplantation Society
• Performs both living donor and cadaveric transplants

Dr. Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with extensive training in varied surgical procedures.

• Graduated from Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, Istanbul University
• Residency at General Surgery Department, Marmara University
• Authored articles in local and international journals
• Participated in numerous local and international congresses

Dr. Turunc specializes in liver and kidney transplants at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with over a decade of focused experience in transplant surgery.

• 12+ years as a transplant specialist in leading Turkish hospitals
• Holds dual expertise in both kidney and liver transplantation
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including Turkish Surgical Association
• Academic background includes faculty position at Bahcesehir University

Dr. Salih Boğa specializes in liver transplant surgeries, bringing expertise to Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Experienced in complex liver transplant cases
• Works at a leading hospital with advanced facilities
• Focused on patient-specific treatment plans

Dr. Pekmez specializes in liver transplants at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, bringing years of focused surgical expertise.

• Trained in general surgery at Ankara Baskent University
• Current role at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities
• Member of the Ankara Surgical Association

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Prof. Bulent Unal leads liver transplant and surgical oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with specialized training at top international centers.

• Completed transplantation surgery training at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
• Head of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale
• Published numerous studies on living donor liver transplantation techniques
• Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists

• Performs living donor liver transplantation with extended criteria to improve donor safety.
• Has trained and practiced internationally in Spain and Turkey.
• Received the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
• Holds a certificate of excellence in liver transplantation for completing 1000 successful procedures.
• Is a member of the Gastroenterology Surgery Association and the International Association of Surgeons.

Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in liver transplants with extensive academic and clinical research in transplantation medicine.

• Trained in general surgery and transplantology at Pamukkale University
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on liver transplant outcomes
• Member of Turkey's Organ Transplantation Coordination Association
• Worked at Akdeniz University's Organ Transplantation Center

Prof. Murat Dayangac heads the Organ Transplant Center at Medipol University Hospital – a leading liver transplant specialist with extensive experience.

• Director of the Center for Organ Transplantation since 2017
• Visiting Surgeon at Mayo Clinic's Department of Transplantation
• Author of over 70 articles on liver disease and treatment
• Member of multiple international transplant societies

Performed 1,000+ liver transplants – Professor Dinckan leads the Organ Transplant Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specializes in transplants for both adults and children
• Performs complex multi-organ transplants including liver-kidney procedures
• Director of Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center
• Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers

Associate Professor Barlas specializes in liver and kidney transplants, combining extensive surgical experience with academic research at Demiroğlu Science University.

• Over 15 years in transplant surgery, including at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Authored 20+ articles and book chapters on transplant techniques
• Pioneered hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy methods
• Certified in advanced laparoscopic techniques from Scotland

Over 30 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery – Dr. Karacaoglan is based at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in procedures like hair transplants and facial surgeries
• Recognized as one of 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Fellowship-trained at Onep Plastic Surgery Institute and Breast Surgery Center in the USA
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery