Page 28 - Best Doctors in the World

2001 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department

1990 - 2001, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE HOSPITAL

Head of Surgical Sciences

1990 - 1995, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF CARDIOLOGY

Cardiovascular and Surgery Specialist

1987 - 1990, London/London/England

ST. THOMAS HOSPITAL

Chief Resident of Cardiovascular Surgery

1986 - 1987, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Chief Assistant of Cardiovascular Surgery

1985 - 1986, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GÜLHANE MILITARY MEDICAL ACADEMY

2005 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Neurology Specialist

1982 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

Neurology Specialist

2004 - 2006, Istanbul/Türkiye

AMERICAN HOSPITAL

Neurology Specialist

2002 - 2004, Istanbul/Türkiye

GERMAN HOSPITAL

Neurology Specialist

1980 - 1982, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MASLAK MILITARY HOSPITAL

(Military Service), Neurology Specialist

 Medical Experience

- *2023 - Present*: Memorial Şişli Hospital  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Istanbul

- *2013 - 2023*: Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Istanbul

- *2011 - 2013*: Konya Beyşehir State Hospital  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Konya

- *2010 - 2011*: Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine  

 Research Assistant in Brain and Nerve Surgery / Istanbul

 Medical Education

- *2021 - 2023*: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

- *2006 - 2011*: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

- *2000 - 2006*: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

2012 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ATASEHIR HOSPITAL

Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist \ Pediatric Health and Diseases Specialist

2012 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist \ Pediatric Health and Diseases Specialist

1995 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases

Place and Date of Birth: 1975, Bafra/Samsun

Op. Dr. Abdül Kerim Yapıcı completed his primary and secondary education in

his hometown of Bafra. After graduating from Bafra High School in 1992, he

enrolled in the Gülhane Military Medical Academy (GATA) Military Medical

Faculty, completing his medical education in 1999. Between 2000 and 2002,

he served as a Consulting Physician at Eskişehir Military Hospital. In 2002, he

began his specialization in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at

GATA. He successfully completed his specialization in 2007, earning the title of

Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist.

Between 2007 and 2012, he worked as a specialist doctor at Eskişehir Military

Hospital. He then continued his career as an Assistant Professor at Ankara

GATA and the Health Sciences University Gülhane Training and Research

Hospital, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery.

Dr. Yapıcı is married with three children and is proficient in English. He is also

a member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic

Surgery, as well as the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association

Experience:

Dermatologist, 01/2001 - Current 

Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Health - İstanbul 

Responsible physician with 23 years of experience maximizing patient wellness and cure. Maintaining to deliver healthcare excellence at Hospitaltürk Hospital, İstanbul. 

Medical doctor in respected regional medical hospitals during the course of 23 years in the following cities: Kahramanmaraş, Kayseri, İstanbul. 

Maintained 95% success rate for patient goal attainment as measured by annual follow-up calls and surveys. 

Assessed patients' skin diseases, conditions, and ailments to determine appropriate treatment 

Prescribed medication and created treatment plans, referred patients for surgery where necessary 

Monitored patient progress 

Assessed and updated patients' medical history, including keeping a record of patients' symptoms Informed and educated patients on available treatments and preventative skincare 

Referred patients to specialists in other fields 

Kept up to date with new medical procedures, topics, and scientific studies by attending seminars, conferences, and training programs 

Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees 

Worked as one of the volunteer doctors for 1.5 months within the catastrophe field, following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Kahramanmaraş.

Skills:

Detail Orientated 

Acute Pain Understanding 

Scheduling Proficiency 

Treatment Plan Development 

Patient management 

In-Office Surgical Procedures 

Patient Evaluation 

Emergency Response 

Skin Condition Treatment 

Scheduling Expertise 

Pain Management 

Public Relations 

Emergency Procedures 

Cosmetic Procedures 

Minimal Invasive Procedures 

Medical Aesthetics 

Education:

1998 University of Vienna - Vienna

Graduate Medical Education Dermatology Residency

Completed my dermatology residency under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Georg Stingl, during the years 1994-1998.

1994 Goethe Institut - Vienna.

Language Institut Proficiency in German Language.

In-between the years 1993-1994, enrolled in the German Language Course. Completed successfully the proficiency exam in 1994.

1993 Antalya Gündoğmuş State Hospital.

Graduate Medical Education Internal Medicine Worked as a resident/assistant doctor in the field of internal medicine during and in-between the years 1991-1993.

This work experince also counted as my compulsory service to the State, Turkey.

1990 University of İstanbul - Istanbul, 34

Doctor of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a leading neurosurgeon. He is known for his skill in brain and spinal surgeries, neurooncology, and skull base surgery. He has worked at top institutions such as Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Elmaci has introduced new techniques in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery.

He is the founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey. He is also an active member of the European Skull Base Society. Dr. Elmaci has helped advance neurosurgery through teamwork across specialties. He led Turkey’s first EANS-accredited neurosurgery clinic. He also holds accreditations from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Dr. Elmaci has published over 110 scientific papers and given more than 250 presentations at congresses. His work continues to influence neurosurgical practice and patient care around the world.

Qualification

• Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol Universtiy, 1994

Past Experiences

• 2011-2017 Plastic Surgery Department, YanheeHospital, Bangkok, Thailand.
• 2007-2011 Skin Laser and Cosmetic Center, Vejthani Hospital, Thailand.
• 2003-2005 Residency Training for Plastic Surgery, King Chulalong Korn Hospital, Thailand.
• 1999-2003 General Surgeon, War VetralHospital, Thailand.
• 1996-1999 Residency Training for General Surgery, King Bhumibol Hospital, Royal Thai Air Force, Thailand.

Associate Professor Dr. Burak Teymen is a cardiologist. He earned his M.D. from Hacettepe University in 2000 and completed cardiology training in 2005. He specializes in heart and vascular diseases.

He has extensive experience in interventional cardiology, including angiography, balloon angioplasty, and stent placement. He uses up-to-date diagnostic and treatment methods.

He worked at Emsey Hospital from 2014 to 2022. He opened his own clinic in Kadıköy in September 2022.

Dr. Umut Dogu is a neurosurgeon with strong experience in advanced spine care. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training & Research Hospital. Dr. Dogu has worked as a specialist at Yozgat City Hospital, Emsey Hospital Advanced Spine Center, and Memorial Şişli Hospital. He currently practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Dogu treats degenerative spine diseases, traumatic spine injuries, spinal tumors, and infectious spine diseases. He also manages congenital and developmental spinal disorders. His expertise includes pain-focused procedures such as neuromodulation and vertebroplasty. Dr. Dogu is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

Professor of Oncology and Hematology

Endocrinologist

Dr. Sema Karakas specializes in gynecologic oncology surgery. She also performs minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, including laparoscopy and V-NOTES (scarless) techniques.

She offers V-NOTES hysterectomy and cyst removal. She performs surgery for uterine cancer and tubal ligation. She provides a full range of laparoscopic gynecologic procedures. She treats urinary incontinence with medical, laser, or surgical options and pelvic floor physiotherapy. She manages HPV with diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. She performs colposcopy, LEEP, and conization. She provides endometriosis care and surgery. She treats polyps and uterine septum with hysteroscopy. She offers perimenopausal and menopausal care and bioidentical hormone therapy.

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Sarıman graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English) in 1990 and completed her specialization in “Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis” at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital. She worked at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital between from 2004 till 2022, obtaining the titles of associate professor and professor. Her primary areas of interest include; Obstructive Lung Diseases (Asthma-Allergy, COPD), Sleep Disorders (Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome), Lung Cancer, and Smoking Cessation Treatments. She is a bronchoscopy specialist and sleep physician. She has published articles in national and international journals and has authored book chapters. She participated in a multicenter international clinical study on asthma. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses and supervised master’s theses. She has served as a member of the Clinical Research Ethics Committee. She holds memberships in national and international associations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she actively participated in COVID-19 services. During her years at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, she undertook numerous administrative and academic roles, including serving as the editor of “Maltepe Medical Journal” and as the assistant dean from 2019 till 2022. She participated in certified training programs organized under the Ministry of Health GETAT applications at Medipol University in “Functional Medicine” and “Phytotherapy” and completed training in “Hypnosis Application Training”

Dr. Rashad Rzazade is a skilled radiation oncologist. He specializes in advanced cancer treatments, including IMRT, SRT, proton therapy, and CyberKnife. He has strong experience treating head and neck cancers, brain tumors, lung, spine, cervical, and gastrointestinal cancers.

Dr. Rzazade trained at Azerbaijan Medical School, Hacettepe University, and Marmara University. He also gained international experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center. He has treated thousands of patients and is known for high survival rates and patient satisfaction in complex cancer cases.