Best Doctors in the World — Page 10

Dr. Feryal Gun Soysal is a pediatric surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in pediatric urology, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Soysal served as Head of Pediatric Surgery at Istanbul University. She is also a widely published researcher with over 100 peer-reviewed papers.

• Former Head of the Pediatric Urology Division at Istanbul University.
• Holds certifications in pediatric endoscopy, laparoscopy, and thoracoscopy.
• Delivered nearly 500 scientific presentations and posters at medical meetings.
• Maintains active membership in the European Paediatric Surgeon’s Association.

Dr. Abuzer Dirican is the Head of General Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He authored the liver transplant chapter in Schwartz’s Principles of Surgery. He treats complex cases involving cholangiocarcinoma, liver transplantation, and colorectal cancer. Dr. Dirican earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery.
• Co-authored an analysis of over 300 living-donor liver transplants.
• Performed research on hepatic vein reconstructions and thyroid surgical complications.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital certified as a Smart-and-Green facility.

Dr. Hakan Kocaman is a pediatric surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair and hypospadias repair. Dr. Kocaman previously served as Associate Professor of Pediatric Surgery at Istanbul University. He completed his medical degree and residency at the same institution.

• Member of the European Paediatric Surgeons’ Association (EUPSA).
• Is a member of the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group (IPEG).
• Trained in robotic surgery, pediatric endoscopy, and thoracoscopy.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility featuring child-friendly care areas.

Dr. Samet Yardimci is a gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon in Istanbul. He ranked first in Turkey's national subspecialty exam for surgeons. In 2012, he became the youngest gastroenterological surgeon in the country. Dr. Yardimci trained in cancer surgery and organ transplants at MD Anderson in Houston.

• Specializes in gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery.
• Treats inflammatory bowel disease, liver hemangiomas, and pancreatic cysts.
• Established units for organ transplantation and IBD surgery at Marmara University.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Burak Ozkan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He sits on several executive boards, including the International Society of Burn Injuries. Dr. Ozkan is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS). He focuses on reconstructive microsurgery, aesthetic face surgery, and complex burn treatment.

• Awarded the Professor Aikawa Young Investigator Prize by the ISBI.
• Completed surgical fellowships at prestigious centers in Tokyo, Seoul, and Ghent.
• Treats lymphedema and performs breast reconstruction after oncology procedures.
• Member of the European Association of Plastic Surgeons (EURAPS).

Op. Dr. Semih Özçınar is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He earned his M.D. from Ankara University and completed his plastic surgery residency at İnönü University. He is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

His scientific work includes an oral presentation at the 2022 National Congress of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery titled "Retrospective Analysis of Regional, Free, and Local Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction." He also wrote a thesis on the effect of septocolumellar flap use on nasal tip projection in rhinoplasty.

He has completed training in ISAPS Live Surgery Rhinoplasty, the ISAPS World Congress 2022 in Istanbul, Bosphorus Breast Live Surgery, the 9th Rhinoplasty & Facial Aesthetics fresh cadaver course, BTS International Aesthetic in Sweden, and FABCAST meetings. His focus areas are facial aesthetics, breast surgery, body contouring, and reconstruction.

Dr. Cemalettin Aydin is a professor of general surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastroenterology surgery and complex weight loss procedures. He completed a prestigious fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at the Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Performs advanced bariatric surgeries including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions such as pancreatitis, Crohn's disease, and cirrhosis.
• Expert in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Ezgi Yuceer Cetiner is the Chief Physician at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital in Istanbul. She is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon specializing in reconstructive surgery and bone regeneration. Dr. Yuceer Cetiner performs complex procedures like orthognathic surgery and All-on-4 dental implants. She also holds the role of Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University.

• Member of both national and international oral and maxillofacial surgical associations.
• Expertise includes treating jaw pathologies, TMJ diseases, and mandibulary osteotomy.
• Published researcher with several articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Practices at a university-affiliated hospital featuring 183 dental units and sedative units.

Dr. Koray Atik is a dental specialist at Inter Dental Turkey in Antalya. He focuses on aesthetic dentistry, dental implantology, and digital orthodontics. He completed his university degree in 2011 and later finished training in London. Dr. Atik is a columnist for Milliyet Newspaper. He has appeared on national channels like CNN Türk and Haber Türk.

• Specializes in All-on-4 dental implants, porcelain veneers, and lumineers.
• Uses an on-site digital prosthetic lab with REDON equipment.
• Treats patients at a clinic partnered with Straumann and Ivoclar Vivadent.
• Combines precise treatment planning with natural-looking smile design.

Dr. Omur Gokmen Sevindik is a hematologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, a top-ranked medical center in the US. Dr. Sevindik specializes in treating blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

• Performs allogeneic and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Authored 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Presented research findings at over 25 international scientific conferences.
• Treats complex conditions including myeloma, aplastic anemia, and thrombocytopenia.

Dr. Erhan Arslan is a neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved his professorship in 2020. Dr. Arslan specializes in brain aneurysm repair and tumor surgery. He treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis and moyamoya disease. Dr. Arslan practices at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs minimally invasive and pediatric neurosurgical procedures.
• Expert in deep brain stimulation and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Published research on brain tumors and spinal cord ischemia in prestigious journals.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Cagdas Gokhun Ozmerdiven is a urologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in male infertility, prostate laser surgery, and kidney stone removal. Dr. Ozmerdiven uses holmium laser lithotripsy for incisionless stone surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Trakya University and trained at Uludag University.

• Specializes in varicocele treatment, in vitro fertilization, and azoospermia.
• Performs bloodless kidney stone procedures using laser techniques.
• Works at a clinic holding a Turkish Government Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Treats patients at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Mehmet Tonge is a stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon at Medipol University PARMER in Istanbul. He specializes in deep brain stimulation and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Tonge completed a fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. He treats movement disorders, chronic pain, and epilepsy.

• Member of the World and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies.
• Author of over 30 international publications and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery.
• Expert in MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) for movement disorder treatment.
• Executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society.

Dr. Husnu Erkmen is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and severe obsessive disorders. Dr. Erkmen is a member of the American Psychiatric Association. He sits on the advisory boards of multiple scientific medical journals.

• Treats complex conditions including anorexia, autism, and social phobia.
• Performs psychotherapy and medical treatments for adult and childhood schizophrenia.
• Graduated from the Ankara University School of Medicine.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility ranked as Europe’s second-best brain hospital.

Dr. Yasin Kulaksiz is a facial plastic surgeon and ENT specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in cosmetic and functional nasal surgery, including complex revision rhinoplasty. Dr. Kulaksiz is a member of the European Rhinologic Society. He authored a 2024 book chapter on practical approaches in medical aesthetics.

• Performs open, closed, and ultrasonic rhinoplasty techniques for natural-looking results.
• Treats functional breathing issues through septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital equipped with robotic surgical systems.
• Maintains a robust academic profile with multiple international publications in craniofacial surgery.

Dr. Burak Tuna is an orthopedic surgeon at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and complex trauma management. Dr. Tuna focuses on minimally invasive techniques for joint and ligament repairs. This approach helps patients achieve faster recovery times and better surgical outcomes.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy for ligament and meniscus injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and skeletal fractures.
• Manages joint osteoarthritis through minimally invasive hip and knee replacement.

Dr. Bahtiyar Demiralp is an orthopedic oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in limb-sparing surgery and the treatment of aggressive bone tumors. Dr. Demiralp completed research fellowships at the Mayo Clinic in orthopedic oncology and pathology.

• Winner of multiple awards for research in orthopedic oncology and limb-sparing techniques.
• Performs complex reconstructions for benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors.
• Expert in trauma surgery, including war injuries and limb lengthening procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society.

Dr Ipek graduated from a top dental school in Turkey which is Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry in 2019. Hollywood smile, full mouth smile make over, e.max veneers and zirconia crowns are her specialty.                                                                                                                   

Dr. Efe Sever is a hair transplant specialist at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in FUE and DHI techniques for hair, beard, and eyebrow restoration. Dr. Sever builds personalized treatment plans based on donor capacity and hair structure. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility overseen by Prof. Dr. Barış Nuhoğlu.

• Performs hair, beard, and eyebrow transplants using FUE and DHI methods.
• Provides specialized care in stem cell hair treatments and PRP therapy.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the RSCE Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence title.
• Focuses on natural hair density and comprehensive post-transplant follow-up.