Best Doctors in the World — Page 7

Dr. Koray Karabulut is a general surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in liver transplantation and robotic HPB surgery. He completed a research fellowship in liver tumors at the Cleveland Clinic. He also trained in minimally invasive surgery at IRCAD in France.

• Served as the responsible specialist at Fırat University Liver Transplant Center.
• Completed specialized robotic HPB surgery training at Ageo Medical Center in Japan.
• Authored clinical guidelines for the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Published over 400 scientific papers in journals like Surgery and Surg Endosc.

Dr. Ahmet Melih Ozel is a gastroenterologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and chronic liver conditions. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies. Dr. Ozel also focuses on pancreatobiliary system diseases. He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Performs Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease and chronic Hepatitis B.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
• Former Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Ebru Cogendez is a fertility specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and reproductive medicine. Dr. Cogendez has practiced in major Turkish women's health centers for over two decades. She provides care for patients facing infertility through tailored treatment plans.

• Performs IVF, testicular sperm aspiration (TESA), and embryo cryopreservation.
• Expertise in egg and sperm cryopreservation and embryo transfer.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 65% success rate for IVF.

Graduated from one of the top dental schools in Istanbul Dr Hakan gives a great smile to all patients.                                                                                                                                              

Dr. Mustafa Kurklu is an orthopedic and traumatology surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in traumatology, orthopedics, and hand transplantation. Dr. Kurklu has published over 70 scientific papers on his clinical findings. He serves as the Head of the Hand Transplantation Department at a prestigious medical academy.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at a university in the USA.
• Treats complex musculoskeletal conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Previously served as an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir is an orthopedist and bone tumor specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked center for orthopedics in the United States. Dr. Ozdemir focuses on orthopedic oncology and complex trauma surgery.

• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society.
• Treats bone and soft tissue tumors, including sarcoma and chondrosarcoma.
• Performs joint replacements, arthroscopic surgeries, and stem cell therapy.
• Authored over 15 international and national medical publications.

Dr. Salim Salimov is a hair transplant surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in restorative hair procedures and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Salimov integrates regenerative techniques like stem cell therapy into his practice. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its environmentally friendly design.

• Performs DHI hair transplantation and eyebrow restoration.
• Certified in dermal fillers, Botox applications, and stem cell areas.
• Provides exosome therapy and hair mesotherapy for hair loss.
• Trained at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Mustafa Sakar is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric neurosurgery and tumor surgery. Dr. Sakar completed a corner tumor surgery observership at the University of Tübingen, Germany. He also trained in fetal spina bifida surgery at HCor in São Paulo, Brazil.

• Member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN).
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).
• Active in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Pediatric Neurosurgery group.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe, which features AI-supported 3 Tesla MRI technology.

Dr. Burak Akbay is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 1,500 oculoplastic cases. Dr. Akbay is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO). He treats patients at a JCI-accredited medical center. This accreditation is a global gold standard for patient safety.

• Holds FEBO certification, a high mark of European professional quality.
• Completed residency training in ophthalmology at Pamukkale University.
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society.
• Specializes in complex eye and eyelid surgery.

Dr. Murat Dokdok is a specialized interventional radiologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed an interventional neuroradiology fellowship at the University Hospital of Zurich. Dr. Dokdok also held a fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He focuses on neurological therapy and imaging for conditions like cerebral aneurysms and liver cancer. Dr. Dokdok works at Anadolu, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Holds over 100 national and international scientific publications and presentations.
• Certified by the European Society of Neuroradiology.
• Member of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society of Europe.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and chemoembolization for oncology patients.

Dr. Mehmet Emre Ustundag is an ENT professor and head and neck surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like larynx cancer, sleep apnea, and chronic sinusitis. Dr. Ustundag trained at Stanford University in laryngology and sleep apnea surgery. He also completed clinical training in Germany and Ireland. He has published 47 international articles with nearly 800 citations. Dr. Ustundag serves patients at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Specializes in head and neck oncology, rhinoplasty, and septoplasty.
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery and vocal cord injections.
• Member of the German and Turkish societies of otorhinolaryngology.
• Works at a clinic ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

Dr. Ela Çabuk Renklibay is a periodontist and implantologist at her private clinic in Ankara. She performs up to 1,000 dental implant procedures annually. Dr. Renklibay focuses on gingival aesthetics, smile design, and bone augmentation. She earned her DDS from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2009.

• Specializes in sinus surgeries and surgical treatment for gingival recession.
• Completed a four-year residency in periodontology at Erciyes University.
• Member of the Turkish Periodontology Association and Turkish Dental Association.
• Practices at a TMA-accredited facility providing 24/7 support for international patients.

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a transplant surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He focuses on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. He completed a clinical fellowship in organ transplantation at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Karademir has also conducted research with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

• Serves as the general surgery department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former head of Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.
• Active member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.
• Performs Whipple surgery and robotic cholecystectomy for complex cases.

Dr. Mehmet Berki is a physician at Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He currently serves as the Chief Physician at Scala Polyclinic. Dr. Berki trained 250 doctors on reproductive health for an EU pipeline project. He previously managed health services for 20,000 students at Yeditepe University.

• Specializes in FUE, DHI, and sapphire hair transplantation.
• Performs stem cell hair treatments and moustache reconstruction.
• Former Chief Physician and Manager at Cinik Hair Hospital.
• Managed Traditional Chinese Medicine courses at Kadir Has University.

Dr. Duran Cekic is a plastic surgeon at Adem and Havva Medical Center in Istanbul. He won a national award for his research on stem cell differentiation in fat tissues. Dr. Cekic specializes in rhinoplasty, facial aesthetics, and regenerative medicine. He graduated from Erciyes University and completed his surgical residency at Mersin University.

• Awarded third place at the 40th National Congress of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Performs procedures including facelifts, breast reconstruction, and chin liposuction.
• Completed specialized training in closed atraumatic rhinoplasty and upper extremity blocks.
• Works at a clinic that has performed over 16,000 plastic surgery interventions.

Dr. Yasar Kutukcu is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He completed training at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Kutukcu specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and movement disorder treatments. He treats complex cases involving Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and tremors.

• Expert in neurophysiology, botulinum toxin applications, and sleep disorders.
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society.
• Manages epilepsy, dementia, and neuromuscular diseases.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Veysel Sal is a professor and gynecologic oncology surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in the surgical treatment of female reproductive system cancers. Dr. Sal treats complex gynecological conditions in Istanbul. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its superior safety standards.

• Specializes in obstetric care and gynecological oncology surgery.
• Served as a specialist at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at a clinic holding ISO and JCI quality certificates.
• Focuses on surgical oncology treatments for varied gynecological conditions.

Dr. Serkan Orhan is an experienced otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon. He has 25 years of practice, focusing on rhinoplasty and advanced ENT procedures. Dr. Orhan has performed over 5,500 treatments. His expertise includes cochlear implant placement, septoplasty, nasal polyp surgery, embolization for epistaxis, and prosthetic ear and nose surgeries.

Dr. Orhan is a faculty member at the University of Istanbul. He completed his residency at the ORL Department of Radboud University in the Netherlands. He also attended advanced courses at the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London. His international training highlights his dedication to his field.