Engin Cakar
21
years of experience
Engin Cakar — Istanbul
- Specialisation: Neurologist
- 21 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Göztepe Hospital
- Chairs the Brain Stimulation & Neurorestoration Working Group; author of 40 international journal articles; member of the European Society of PRM.
Dr. Engin Cakar is a specialist in physical medicine, pain medicine, and neurology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. Dr. Cakar completed training at Harvard Medical School in brain stimulation techniques. He treats chronic pain and neurological conditions using electrodiagnostic neurology.
- Published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Obtained specialized training in Electrodiagnostic Neurology from Marmara University.
- Member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
- Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features AI-supported imaging and hybrid operating rooms.
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Anonymous • PET/CT
Ukraine
11 Oct 2026
Anonymous • Breast Implants with Breast Lift
United Kingdom
19 Sept 2026
Nothing could have been better
My biggest concern was traveling alone, especially after having to make a last-minute booking. I booked on the Friday and flew to Istanbul on the Sunday, but being a lone traveller was not a problem at all. The Memorial was a lovely hospital. My surgeon was fantastic; he was honest about the right Motiva implant size for my body, showed photos of similar cases, and explained the risks of combining an anchor lift with implants. The whole process was great from start to finish. I'm feeling better than expected, and the end results are better than I ever could have expected. Nothing could have been better. The only additional expense was my discharge medication, which wasn’t even £7. I have been so pleased, I will hopefully be booking for a tummy tuck next year.
The whole process was great from start to finish. I only booked on the Friday as I was having big concerns about the surgery I had previously booked in April 2026, for September 2026, through another company.
Booked on Friday, flew out to Istanbul on the Sunday and flying back home today. The Memorial was a lovely hospital and I couldn’t have asked to be looked after better.
I was a lone traveller, but this was not a problem at all.
My surgeon was fantastic and the end results are better than I ever could have expected.
I have been so pleased with my experience, I will hopefully be booking for a tummy tuck next year.
If you are thinking about surgery in Istanbul, I can honestly recommend using Bookimed.
Nothing could have been better, my whole experience was excellent.
John • Nasal polyp surgery
8 July 2026
Honestly, my recovery so far has been better than expected
The price was exactly as agreed. My surgery for Turbinate reduction also included a septoplasty to straighten my septum, and fix my concha bullosa. Done under general anesthesia. Honestly, my recovery so far has been better than expected. The support has been solid; the clinic stayed in touch, and it was particularly helpful that my doctor was available to answer all of my follow-up questions. That provided a lot of reassurance. Everything really felt like a luxury first class experience. After half my life living off nasal sprays and congestion I’m now ready to live the other part of life with a nose that breathes! Just go for it. Lifes too short to put up with suffering that can be medically fixed!
Warm Doctor and staff, feels like a luxury first class experience.
Anonymous • Vaginoplasty
United Kingdom
20 June 2026
my recovery from reconstructive vaginoplasty has been much better than expected
If you're thinking about this procedure, I'd tell you that my recovery from reconstructive vaginoplasty has been much better than expected. The whole process felt very supported. It was so helpful that my surgeon took the time to explain the dilation schedule clearly, which made me feel confident about aftercare. The clinic staff have also stayed in touch since I left. Do be aware that you'll need to pay for medications you take with you from the hospital. A final tip: bring your own sanitary towels and be sure to budget extra money for travel, food, and sightseeing, as hotel stays generally only cover breakfast.
Great fast response from Bookimed very helpful information and hospital referral liliia was very helpful in giving me information and guidance
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Anonymous • Radiofrequency ablation
Canada
26 July 2026
The surgeon and staff were fantastic
The surgeon and staff were fantastic. I'm in the early phase of healing now; while I’m still slightly tired and my mobility is a bit reduced, I can feel myself getting stronger daily. It’s a steady process. Looking back, my only personal regret is that I wish I knew more Turkish to connect with people directly. That said, the translation provided was great and everything was communicated clearly. The whole process was handled with care.
Dorian was excellent. All the staff were great and made the experience so much more pleasant.
Dr Akdimar is the very best physician I have ever seen. He was patient and caring. He helped me deal with a complicated and stressful process. I would recommend both Dr Akdimar and Memorial to my friends and family.
I really ant imagine better are and service.
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Qualifications
Prof. Dr. Engin Cakar is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation with 40 international publications. He chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He treats patients at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals in Istanbul.
Specialization and Advanced Techniques
Dr. Cakar treats patients using algology, electrodiagnostic neurology, and physical rehabilitation. He uses advanced neurostimulation methods like transcranial magnetic stimulation. This technique helps patients recover from strokes and neurological disorders. He also provides pain medicine to treat chronic conditions.
Work Experience
- 2025–Present — Specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, Turkey
- 2016–Present — Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, Turkey
- 2012–2016 — Specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, Turkey
- 2005–2012 — Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
Education and Training
- 2016 — Professor Title, Turkey
- 2011 — Associate Professor Title, Turkey
- 2011 — Algology Specialty, Ministry of Health Medical Specialization Board–GATA
- 2007–2010 — Electrodiagnostic Neurology Training, Marmara University
- Harvard Medical School — Training in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Direct Current Stimulation
- 2014 — Stroke and Rehabilitation Symposium, Istanbul
- 2013 — National PM&R Congress, Antalya
- 2013 — Clinical Neurophysiology Symposium, Antalya
- 2010 — Aziz Sevuktekin Stroke Rehabilitation Symposium, Ankara
- 2009 — National Orthotics and Prosthetics Congress, Istanbul
Research and Recognition
Dr. Cakar contributes to medical literature and international congresses. He has authored many book chapters and translations. Additionally, he has delivered many invited lectures at professional gatherings.
- 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
- 17 articles in national peer-reviewed journals
- 17 presentations at international scientific meetings
- 12 presentations at national scientific meetings
Professional Memberships
- European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mediterranean Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Turkish Algology (Pain Medicine) Society
- Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG–EMG Society
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