Best Doctors in the World

Dr. Taha Abbas Göktaş is the founder of TH Dental Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in implant surgery and aesthetic dentistry, integrating both into a single treatment plan. Dr. Göktaş uses restoratively-driven planning, where the final smile design determines the implant position. He holds a license for international health tourism from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Co-authored implantology research in the International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants.
• Performs bone grafting and sinus lifts for patients with bone loss.
• Performs full-arch rehabilitations using All-on-4 and All-on-6 protocols.
• Speaks seven languages, including English, Arabic, French, and Russian.

Dr. Ebru Sasmazlar is a dentist and implantologist at KLİNİKEN Istanbul. She specializes in full-mouth restorations and high-precision aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Sasmazlar completed digital smile design training at Miami University. She also holds a certificate in implantology from California Northstate University. Her clinic reports a 99.9% success rate for implants and Hollywood Smile procedures.

• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant protocols.
• Expert in zirconia veneers and CAD/CAM smile makeovers.
• Practices at a clinic accredited by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
• Uses original Straumann dental implants and Ivoclar materials.

Dr. Cagatay Ozturk is an orthopedic surgeon who founded and directs the Liv Spine Center. The AOSpine Society certified this center as a "Center of Excellence." He has performed over 25,000 orthopedic operations throughout his career. Dr. Ozturk leads the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department at Istinye University.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery, hip replacement, and spinal cord injury treatment.
• Performs complex surgical procedures across nine countries including Kazakhstan and North Macedonia.
• Appointed as a professor of orthopedics and traumatology.
• Uses stem cell therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for joint and spine conditions.

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.

The doctor is a graduate of the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, having completed the degree in 2019. With a strong clinical focus on aesthetic dentistry, the doctor specializes in comprehensive smile transformations, including Hollywood smile procedures and full mouth smile makeovers.

The doctor possesses extensive expertise in restorative dental techniques, specifically the application of e.max veneers and zirconia crowns to achieve optimal functional and cosmetic outcomes for patients.

Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He ranked first in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam. Dr. Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic lumbar and brain surgery. He also performs vascular operations for brain aneurysms and AVMs. Dr. Ozdemir treats spine tumors, spine fractures, and neck hernias.

• Completed training at Hacettepe University and Akdeniz University.
• Certified in endoscopic lumbar discectomy and minimally invasive surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private hospital complex.

Dr. Bulent Eser is a hematologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia. Dr. Eser is a member of the European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.

• Performs allogenic bone marrow transplants from both related and unrelated donors.
• Provides CAR T-cell therapy and haploidentical stem cell transplantation.
• Treats blood cancers using biological therapy and targeted chemotherapy.
• Serves as a professor of internal medicine and hematology.

Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu is a bariatric surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and robotic-assisted procedures for weight loss. Dr. Poyrazoglu completed specialized training in robotic surgery in France. He holds membership in the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).

• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Treats gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions using laparoscopic techniques.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Surgical Society and Liver Transplant Association.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association for health tourism.

Dr. Ibrahim Aliosmanoglu is a transplant surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He has performed 1,000+ liver transplants with a 90% success rate. He also completed over 2,000 hepatobiliary surgeries with a 95% success rate. Dr. Aliosmanoglu specializes in complex organ transplantation and surgical oncology.

• Serves as a professor at the Medical Park Organ Transplantation Unit.
• Former manager of the Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit at Akdeniz University.
• Performs high-complexity procedures including Whipple surgery and liver resections.
• Practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

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. Murat Kezer is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement using the MAKO system. Dr. Kezer treats complex conditions, including ligament tears, bone fractures, and joint deformities.

• Completed specialized surgical training for MAKO total and partial joint reconstruction.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery and revision procedures for the knee and hip.
• Provides stem cell and PRP therapy for non-surgical arthritis management.
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.

Dr. Mete Akin is a gastroenterologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating cirrhosis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Akin is an Associate Professor with academic background from Akdeniz University. He chairs the Endoscopic Ultrasound Working Group.

• Performs endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and Da Vinci robotic gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions using stem cell therapies.
• Expert in bariatric procedures including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Turkish Liver Research Association.

Dr. Emrah Dilaver is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in orthognathic surgery, dental implants, and jaw tumors. Dr. Dilaver is a member of the Turkish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility affiliated with İstinye University.

• Published research on Le Fort I osteotomy in the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.
• Performs complex zygomatic All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant placements.
• Expertise includes sliding genioplasty and aesthetic jaw reconstruction.
• Uses 3D imaging and digital scanning for precise surgical planning.

Dr. Nurettin Uzer is a plastic and aesthetic surgeon at Grand Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in facial surgery, body contouring, and breast reconstruction. Dr. Uzer earned his medical degree from Istanbul University.

• Completed surgical residency at the Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Performs body shaping including Vaser liposuction and Brazilian Butt Lifts.
• Works at Grand Clinic, which treats approximately 800 patients every year.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association.

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. Ramazan Altin is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed specialized training at the Cleveland Clinic Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute. Dr. Altin focuses on uro-oncology and robotic surgery for complex conditions. He provides treatment for prostate cancer, kidney cysts, and urolithiasis.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic, a top-ranked US center for urology.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and bladder removal.
• Treats male infertility and erectile dysfunction using stem cell therapy.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

Dr. Abdulaziz Temiz is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group. He specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Temiz earned a certification for the Mako robotic system in Amsterdam. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, coxarthrosis, and bone fractures.

• Uses the NAVIO 7 and Mako systems for robotic knee and hip replacements.
• Performs herniated disc surgery, laminectomy, and spinal fusion.
• Specially trained in the kinematic approach for knee replacement surgery.
• Published research on biomechanical methods for pedicle screw revision.

Dr. Fatih Temizturk is a rehabilitation specialist at Nobel Medical Center in Pamukkale. He specializes in neurological and orthopedic recovery for children and adults. Dr. Temizturk is a former Assistant Professor at Dumlupınar University. He focuses on musculoskeletal diseases and rheumatological conditions.

• Performs USG-controlled injections, PRP, and CGF therapy for joint pain.
• Treats children with cerebral palsy and patients recovering from strokes.
• Specializes in Botox injections for neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Practices at a center using thermal mineral water and natural mud therapy.