Best Doctors in the World — Page 8

Dr. Semih Tiber Mentese is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He has extensive international training. Dr. Mentese completed medical exchange programs and observerships in Romania, Spain, Italy, Denmark, and Greece. He works at a JCI-accredited university hospital holding ISO quality certification.

• Specializes in complex breast surgery, including lifts and augmentations with implants.
• Performs cosmetic facial rejuvenation and abdominal wall reconstructions.
• Authored over 15 presentations on topics like hand anomalies and nerve grafts.
• Completed microsurgery training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Eyup Veli Kucuk is a urology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He holds certifications in robotic surgery and kidney transplantation. Dr. Kucuk completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He later finished his urology residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Completed an andrology fellowship program to treat male reproductive health.
• Member of the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology.
• Maintains membership in the Eurasian Urooncology Association and Robotic Surgery Association.
• Works at a facility equipped with da Vinci XI robotic surgery technology.

Dr. Lale Allahyarova is a child and adolescent psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. Dr. Allahyarova uses psychosomatic therapies like deep TMS to help pediatric patients. She completed her specialty training at the Çukurova University Department of Child Psychiatry.

• Treats complex conditions including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and childhood depression.
• Expert in managing anxiety disorders, school refusal, and exam-related stress.
• Provides cognitive behavioral therapies for obsessive compulsive disorder and eating disorders.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital ranked among the top brain hospitals in Europe.

Dr. Murat Akkus is a Professor of Pediatric Gastroenterology practicing at Memorial Bahçelievler in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric hepatology, nutrition, and digestive disorders in children. He served as a visiting scholar at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Akkus previously headed the Department of Pediatrics at İnönü University.

• Published over 170 articles in international journals and 70 in national journals.
• Served as the editor of seven medical books.
• Authored 28 book chapters focusing on pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition.
• Winner of multiple Outstanding Achievement Awards from İnönü University.

Dr. Umit Naci Karacal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ankara Hospital. He held a professorship at Black Sea Technical University for over two decades. Dr. Karacal specializes in aesthetic surgery and complex reconstructive procedures. He completed his medical degree at the prestigious Hacettepe University. He then finished his specialty training at Ankara Numune Hospital.

• Served as a faculty member at Izmir Bakirçay University.
• Achieved the rank of Professor in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Served as a chief assistant at Ankara Numune Hospital.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Imran Onur is a cardiologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored 28 scientific articles in national and international medical journals. Dr. Onur contributes to cardiology research through his role at a JCI-accredited facility. He treats a variety of heart conditions with over 15 years of clinical expertise.

• Contributor to two scientific books on cardiology themes.
• Presented over 40 scientific papers and oral studies at congresses.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and Turkish Radiology Association.
• Held specialist roles at Istanbul University Medical Faculty and Arnavutköy Hospital.

Dr. Mevlit Korkmazz is a pediatric surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has practiced pediatric surgery since 2002. Dr. Korkmazz specializes in surgical treatments for children and infants. He previously worked at Private Emsey Hospital and Medeniyet University Göztepe Hospital.

Dr. Korkmazz practices at a JCI-accredited facility. This accreditation is a US-based gold standard for hospital safety. The clinic is also ISO certified for quality management. Memorial Bahçelievler features an eco-friendly design to support patient recovery. The facility utilizes robotic surgery and general surgery techniques for diverse pediatric cases.

Dr. Fatih Yildiz is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He previously practiced at Bezmialem Foundation University for twelve years. Dr. Yildiz earned his medical degree and completed his residency at Istanbul University. He treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and trauma cases.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD).
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTDER).
• Served on the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTEK).
• Practices at a facility equipped with robotic surgery and 3 Tesla MRI systems.

Dr. Cemal Firat is a professor of plastic surgery at Medical Park Antalya. He focuses on microsurgery and complex reconstructive procedures. He treats nerve injuries, cleft palates, and skin tumors. Dr. Firat works at a facility that holds international health tourism certification.

• Specializes in maxillofacial surgery and breast reconstruction.
• Performs aesthetic procedures including rhinoplasty, facelifts, and liposuction.
• Researches clinical burn wound healing and nerve regeneration.
• Served as an education coordinator at Inonu University.

Dr. Mohammed Alhelou is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Elixirmed Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in a broad range of aesthetic procedures, from complex facial reconstruction to body contouring. Dr. Alhelou performs microsurgery and uses specialized suture techniques for refined results. He works at Elixirmed Clinic, which serves 4,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, facelift, and eyelid operations (blepharoplasty).
• Performs breast aesthetics, including reduction, enlargement, and reconstructive surgery.
• Treats congenital facial anomalies and skin cancers.
• Expert in fat removal (liposuction) and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) techniques.

Dr. Mehmet Erdogan is a hair transplant surgeon and co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed 5,000+ procedures, focusing on natural-looking hairline design. He earned his medical degree from Yeditepe University. Dr. Erdogan co-developed the True™ Philosophy to improve hair restoration standards.

• Specializes in Sapphire FUE and Micromotor Graft extraction techniques.
• Maintains membership in the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Healthcare Travel Council.
• Performs high-volume cases including beard, eyebrow, and Afro hair transplants.

Dr. Bulent Unal is a surgical oncologist and transplant surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He previously worked as an NCI Short-Term Scientist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Unal focuses on breast cancer techniques like ductoscopy and sentinel node applications. He has published research on liver transplant outcomes and complex oncologic procedures.

• Performs kidney and liver transplants at a JCI-accredited smart hospital.
• Trained in oncology surgery at the University of Giessen-Marburg in Germany.
• Sits on the Board of Directors for the Surgical Oncology Association.
• Co-authored professional series featuring 120+ living-donor liver recipients.

Dr. Ali Cemal is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care and head and neck surgery. Dr. Cemal is a member of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology. He previously served on the medical faculty at Marmara University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Ohio State University – The James Cancer Research Center.
• Holds dual certification from the European and Turkish Boards of Otorhinolaryngology.
• Completed specialized training in robotic surgery and microsurgery.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Neslihan Cebe is a dentist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic in Istanbul. She graduated with honors from the Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Cebe focuses on aesthetic dental treatments and personalized smile design. She performs a range of restorative and surgical procedures with a reassuring approach.

• Specializes in composite and porcelain laminates, E-max veneers, and zirconium crowns.
• Performs specialized dental procedures including gingivectomy and surgical tooth extractions.
• Provides root canal treatments, aesthetic fillings, and professional teeth whitening.
• Practices at a clinic holding JCI and TEMOS international healthcare accreditations.

Dr. Metin Al has performed over 10,000 successful hair transplants at Estemarley Hair Clinic. He was an early adopter of DHI and hybrid surgical methods in Turkey. Dr. Al treats hair loss using FUE, DHI, and sapphire techniques. He also trains medical teams and doctors worldwide in hair restoration.

• Completed 10,000+ hair transplant procedures since beginning his practice.
• Trains surgical teams domestically and abroad in Turkey and internationally.
• Uses FUE, DHI, and hybrid techniques for personalized results.
• Previously worked at Acıbadem and Istanbul Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Goztepe Hospital in Istanbul. She has published over 30 scientific papers in national and international medical journals. Dr. Gunaydin previously served as Chief Assistant at Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal City Hospital. She is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Holds a certification in corneal transplantation.
• Certified as an Eye Bank Medical Director.
• Contributed to five medical book chapters, including international publications.
• Translated major clinical texts like Vaughan & Asbury: General Ophthalmology.

Dr. Hakan Sofu is an orthopedist and traumatology specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He completed an academic research fellowship at the University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany. Dr. Sofu provides expert surgical care for complex bone and joint conditions.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 99% success rate for complex procedures.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in a hospital with 67 specialized departments.

Dr. Ibrahim Ural is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on pediatric rehabilitation and physical therapy. Dr. Ural earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He has received multiple awards at National Thoracic Oncology Congresses in Turkey.

• Winner of Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster awards for clinical research.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Member of the Pediatric Rehabilitation Association.