Mehmet Altug Tuncer
34
years of experience
Mehmet Altug Tuncer, Cardiovascular surgeon in Istanbul
- Specialisation: Cardiovascular surgeon
- 34 years of experience
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Göztepe Hospital
- Serves as head of the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Mehmet Altug Tuncer is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Tuncer previously directed the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu. He holds the rank of Professor and specializes in complex heart and vascular procedures.
- Serves as Chairman of the Aortic Surgery Working Group in Turkey.
- Authored 38 SCI-indexed publications and a medical textbook.
- Expert in minimally invasive and robotic cardiovascular surgery.
- Practices at Memorial Göztepe, which features robotic surgery 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
Dr. Mehmet Altug Tuncer is a cardiovascular surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He has served as the Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University since 2018. Prof. Tuncer previously directed the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu Hospital.
Specialization and Surgical Focus
Dr. Tuncer focuses on complex heart and blood vessel procedures. He chaired the Aortic Surgery Working Group for the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. This group develops standards for treating the body's largest artery – the aorta. He also treats infections of the heart lining as a member of the Infective Endocarditis Working Group. The specialist uses techniques for surgical methods that use small incisions or robotic assistance to treat heart conditions.
Work Experience
- 2025–Present – Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, Istanbul
- 2018–Present – Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine
- 2013–Present – Cardiovascular Surgery Instructor at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 2016–2018 – Director of the Aortic Surgery Center at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 2012–2016 – Administrative Coordinator at Kartal Koşuyolu Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
- 2002–2013 – Chief Assistant in Cardiovascular Surgery at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1998–2002 – Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
Education and Academic Background
- 2018 – Awarded title of Professor at Istanbul Okan University
- 2013 – Awarded title of Associate Professor at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1992–1998 – Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital
- 1985–1991 – Medical Doctor degree at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
Research and Publications
Prof. Tuncer has contributed to medical literature with over 50 articles. His academic portfolio includes:
- 38 publications in SCI and SCI-Expanded journals
- 19 articles in national medical journals
- Author of one medical book
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
- Society of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiovascular Surgery
- Turkish Medical Association
- Turkish Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
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