Best Doctors in the World — Page 12

Dr. Mehmet Karaca is a professor of gynecology and obstetrics at Medical Park Antalya. He holds a minor degree in gynecological oncology surgery from the Ministry of Health. Dr. Karaca treats complex female cancers, high-risk pregnancies, and infertility issues. He performs surgical procedures at the largest private hospital in Turkey's Mediterranean region.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and endometriosis.
• Performs radical cancer surgeries including the Wertheim procedure and cytoreductive debulking.
• Expert in in vitro fertilization and urogynecology treatments.
• Former clinical chief at Antalya Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Hasbi Meral has performed 2,000+ successful plastic surgeries at his practice in Antalya. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). This certification signifies his adherence to high European surgical standards. Dr. Meral specializes in facial rejuvenation, complex rhinoplasty, and body contouring.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Holds a specialized certification in reconstructive microsurgery.
• Expertise includes mommy makeovers, breast surgery, and reconstructive surgery for burns.
• Practices at Mert Meral Plastic Surgery, an ESAPS-accredited facility in Turkey.

The doctor is a dedicated dental professional who graduated from the Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017. Since entering the field, the doctor has focused on providing meticulous, attentive, and compassionate dental care to patients.

Committed to continuous professional development, the doctor actively stays current with the latest treatment methods and clinical innovations to ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality dental services.

Dr. Izim Turker is a specialist in prosthetic dentistry at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a PhD focused on the long-term durability of dental materials. Dr. Turker currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University.

• Specializes in zirconia crowns, porcelain restorations, and implant-supported prosthetics.
• Researches how thermal aging affects the strength of dental materials.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring an on-site custom prosthesis production lab.
• Fluent in both English and Turkish for international patient consultations.

Dr. Dogukan Aydenizoz is a specialist in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) and facial surgery. He works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex as a senior surgeon. Dr. Aydenizoz focuses on combining functional health with natural-looking facial results. He trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital. Patients visit him for sleep apnea relief and facial aesthetic procedures.

• Specializes in ultrasonic and ethnic rhinoplasty plus revision nose surgery.
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery, septoplasty, and eyelid correction.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association.
• Treats complex ENT conditions at the Mediterranean region's largest private hospital.

Dr. Ayhan Dinckan has performed over 5,000 kidney transplants at Istinye University Liv Hospital. He is the director of the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center. Dr. Dinckan specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants for adults and children.

• Completed more than 1,000 liver transplants and 77 pancreas operations.
• Performs complex combined surgeries, including heart-kidney and liver-kidney transplants.
• Handled over 350 pediatric kidney transplant cases personally.
• Sits on the Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers board.

Dr. Vedat Tosun is a hair transplant specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He focuses on restoring hair with natural-looking results. Dr. Tosun tailors each procedure to the patient's specific hair loss pattern. He treats patients at a university hospital with 33 medical departments.

• Uses FUE, DHI, and Sapphire FUE hair restoration methods.
• Performs specialized procedures like beard, eyebrow, and Afro hair transplants.
• Provides organic and stem cell hair transplantation options.
• Served as hair transplantation coordinator at Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Hospital.

Dr. Zafer Çetinkaya is a hair restoration specialist with more than 10 years of experience. Since 2014, he has performed hair transplants for thousands of patients. His expertise includes FUE, DHI, Sapphire FUE, ICE FUE, and hybrid methods. He focuses on precise technique and thorough patient evaluation.

He graduated from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2011. He worked as an emergency physician from 2011 to 2013, then as an occupational physician from 2013 to 2014. In 2015, he completed the Mesotherapy Application Certificate Program at Istanbul Medipol University, focusing on mesotherapy and PRP. He worked in clinics from 2014 to 2020, at Vera Clinic from 2020 to 2022, and has been at EsteNove since 2022. He earned a Certificate of Achievement at the Ultra V Seminar–Workshop in February 2020 and attended the Medical Aesthetics Regional Meeting in March 2020.

Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Florya in Istanbul. He has performed advanced brain and spine surgeries since 2003. Dr. Guclu treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex neurological conditions. He practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital with Center of Excellence status.

• Specializes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery for brain tumors and neurological disorders.
• Performs minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures for tumor removal and spine repair.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, brain aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery for spina bifida and childhood brain tumors.

The doctor has four years of practical experience in dentistry, having graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Marmara University. The doctor has advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery from the University of California, enhancing their expertise in complex dental procedures. Attending the 2nd Spring Dental Symposium in 2013 further underscores their commitment to continuous professional development.

Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak is the Rector of Atlas University and a neurosurgeon in Istanbul. He is a founding board member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association. Dr. Kocabicak specializes in neuromodulation and treats conditions like Parkinson’s and essential tremor. He has authored 46 international peer-reviewed articles on functional neurosurgery.

• Serves on the functional group committee of the European Association of Neurosurgery.
• Treats Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and complex movement disorders through brain stimulation.
• Performs stereotaxic surgeries and vagus nerve stimulation for epilepsy patients.
• Served as the chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Association’s functional surgery group.

Dr. Ziya Ilgin is an ENT specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and surgical treatments for sleep apnea. Dr. Ilgin graduated from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. He treats a wide range of complex ear, nose, and throat disorders.

• Uses the thermal welding method for tonsillectomy procedures.
• Specializes in closed technique nose aesthetic surgery.
• Performs functional endoscopic sinus surgery and eardrum repair.
• Works at an institution accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Murat Aydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He specializes in joint replacement, complex trauma reconstruction, and spine surgery. Dr. Aydin uses robotic-assisted techniques for knee and hip replacements to improve patient mobility.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint restoration.
• Treats complex traumatic injuries, including pelvic fractures and musculoskeletal reconstruction.
• Skilled in minimally invasive endoscopic discectomy and kyphoplasty for spine conditions.
• Integrates regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee pain.

Dr. Nurullah Ermis is an orthopedic surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and orthopedic trauma. Dr. Ermis is a widely published researcher. His studies are indexed in PubMed and Scopus. He presented at the 37th ESRA Congress in Dublin. Dr. Ermis works at a facility equipped with robotic surgical systems.

• Performs total hip and knee replacements alongside arthroscopic procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis and spinal deformities.
• Expert in surgical treatments for scoliosis and kyphosis in children and adults.
• Published studies on anesthesia techniques for better postoperative pain management in hip surgery.

Dr. Yasar Dag is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery, corneal diseases, and strabismus. Dr. Dag previously served as a specialist at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

• Performs corneal transplants, keratoplasty, and ocular trauma surgery.
• Completed vitrectomy training at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Published over 10 research papers on tear film analysis and surgical margins.
• Works at a JCI-accredited university hospital with robotic and bariatric excellence centers.

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Dr. Mustafa Ibas is an ENT and facial plastic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in childhood ENT diseases, rhinoplasty, and maxillofacial trauma surgery. Dr. Ibas is a published researcher with studies in international medical journals. He focuses on ear diseases, including hearing loss and chronic otitis media.

• Performs open, closed, and revision rhinoplasty alongside ethnic nose reshaping.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland diseases and sinus disorders.
• Published extensively on anti-inflammatory treatments for middle ear effusion.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Gökay Bilgin is the co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 4,000 hair transplant procedures throughout his career. Dr. Bilgin is an associate member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. He specializes in Sapphire FUE and DHI hair transplantation techniques.

• Uses Micromotor Graft extraction to ensure high precision during harvesting.
• Served as Deputy Chief Physician at the Medicana Healthcare Group.
• Developed the True Philosophy system for medical staff training and quality.
• Treats patients from the UK, USA, and Europe at his specialized clinic.