Best Doctors in the World — Page 25

Dr. Levent Kilickan is an anesthesiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He achieved full professorship at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Kilickan focuses on cardiovascular anesthesia and organ transplantation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in intensive care and regional anesthesia.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Taksim Hospital.
• Treats patients at a clinic serving over 500,000 people annually.
• Experienced in complex anesthesia for major cardiovascular surgeries.

Dr. Deniz Gören is a hematologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating blood cancers and complex bone marrow disorders. Dr. Gören represents the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation. She completed selective medical training at Harvard University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
• Completed a specialist masterclass in lymphoma at the Turkish Academy of Blood Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, which reports a 90% organ transplant success rate.
• Member of the Turkish Academy of Blood Science and the EBMT.

Dr. Ali Irfan Emre Tekgunduz is a hematologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplants and the treatment of complex blood diseases. Dr. Tekgunduz formerly served as the Deputy Head of Hematology at Ankara Oncological Hospital. He completed his medical training at Istanbul Medical University and Trakya University.

• Specialist in stem cell transplantation and internal medicine.
• Maintains membership in the European Hematological Association.
• Active member of the Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility, a US standard for patient safety.

Dr. Mustafa Özdoğan heads the Medical Oncology Department at Memorial Antalya Hospital. He treats ovarian cancer, glioblastoma, and brain tumors. He holds a professorship in oncology and uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy. Dr. Özdoğan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Heads the oncology departments at both Memorial and Medstar Antalya hospitals.
• Authored over 40 scientific articles on cancer treatment.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Dr. Asli Tatliparmak is an associate professor of dermatology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. She is a recognized editor of two international medical books. Dr. Tatliparmak specializes in medical aesthetics and complex skin pathologies. She is a member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.

• Performs laser skin resurfacing, Botox injections, and advanced jawline contouring.
• Authored or co-authored 50 scientific publications in international and national journals.
• Served as the former Head of Dermatology at İstinye University Liv Hospital.
• Winner of the Best Oral Presentation Award at the Aegean Dermatology Days.

Dr. Ümit Aykan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He specializes in the early detection and management of glaucoma. He utilizes multidiode laser treatments to eliminate the need for direct eye intervention. This method is highly effective for patients unable to use medication. Dr. Aykan is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO).

• Completed training at the Glaucoma Research and Education Group in San Francisco.
• Performs cataract surgery and multifocal lens implantation.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Practices at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Tugba Akin Telli is a medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She completed clinical research fellowships at Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium. Dr. Telli also gained experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. She focuses on chemotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer patients.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Performs PET-MRI and immunohistochemistry for precise cancer diagnosis.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Istanbul.
• Treats patients using protocols from top European and American cancer centers.

Dr. Nermin Mammadova is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. She has a strong academic background and international experience. She completed medical school at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. She finished specialty training in plastic surgery at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

Her credentials include ISAPS membership, advanced surgical training, and microsurgery training. She also has international observership experience. She contributes to the field through oral presentations and scientific studies. She stays active in national and international congresses.

Dr. Hasim Ustunsoy is a cardiac surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He pioneered robotic cardiac surgery using the Da Vinci system in Turkey. Dr. Ustunsoy specializes in valve repair and coronary artery bypass. He provides treatment for both adults and children with complex heart conditions.

• Former Head of the Lung Transplant Center at Gaziantep University.
• Completed fellowships at Glasgow University and Columbia University in New York.
• Served as an Associate Professor at Geneva University in Switzerland.
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.

Dr. Erdem Turemen is an endocrinologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He has authored over 25 national and international medical publications. Dr. Turemen treats diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disorders. He also manages complex diseases of the pituitary and adrenal glands.

• Specializes in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management.
• Treats endocrine-related cancers including thyroid and adrenal tumors.
• Performs thyroid biopsies and subtotal thyroidectomy procedures.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a Top 10 global hospital by MTQUA.

Dr. Ayse Arvas Ulug is a hair transplant surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in the biology of hair follicles at the cellular level. Dr. Ulug earned her medical degree from the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Specialist in Histology and Embryology with a focus on tissue regeneration.
• Expertise includes wound healing and the microscopic structure of skin tissues.
• Performs hair mesotherapy, PRP therapy, and stem cell hair treatments.
• Practices at Quartz Hospital, which serves over 6,500 international patients annually.

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon at Quartz Hospital, Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and the treatment of obesity. He graduated from Hacettepe University's English medical program. He later specialized in general surgery at Istanbul University.

• Performs weight loss surgeries, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
• Treats abdominal wall hernias and diseases of the breast.
• Expertise covers anorectal disorders and post-bariatric reconstructive surgery.
• Works at Quartz Hospital, which treats 6,500+ international patients annually.

Dr. Abdurrahman Efem is a physician trained at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine (2000–2008). He graduated with a score of 74/100. He also holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Haliç University (2015–2016).

His practice focuses on emergency and public health. He worked at Dabanoğlu Health Center in Diyarbakır (2008–2011). He then served at the Istanbul Provincial Ambulance Service (2011–2012). He worked at the İstinye State Hospital Emergency Clinic (2012–2014). He joined the Inspection Unit of the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate (2014–2015). He later worked at the Şişli Etfal EAH Emergency Clinic (2016–2017). Languages: Turkish (native), French, English.

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a professor and medical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the current President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Dr. Ozdogan previously led oncology departments at Memorial Antalya and Medstar Antalya hospitals. He focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to complex cancer care.

• Sits on the board of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Maintains active membership in ESMO and ASCO.
• Co-chairs the national working group for head and neck cancers.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features MR Linac and robotic surgery systems.