Doctors in Ankara, Turkey — Page 6

Dr. Abdukadir Bedirli is a surgical oncologist and general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 robotic surgeries. These procedures focus on obesity and digestive tract cancers. Dr. Bedirli holds a console surgeon certification from the Robotic Surgery Program in Strasbourg.

• Earned the F.A.C.S. title from the American College of Surgeons.
• Completed the Gastric Cancer Master Class at Severance Hospital in South Korea.
• Published over 60 papers in international medical journals.
• Practices at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Yusuf Serdar Sakin is a professor of gastroenterology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He completed specialized motility and endoscopy training at the AMC Center in the Netherlands. Dr. Sakin focuses on inflammatory bowel diseases, reflux, and gallbladder disorders. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients every year.

• Performs ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection for complex gastrointestinal cases.
• Analyzes digestive function using high-resolution manometry and pH-impedance metry.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Manages gastric and duodenal polyps using therapeutic endoscopic procedures.

Dr. Vahit Onur Gul is an expert general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, stomach, and rectal cancers. Dr. Gul completed robotic surgery training in the USA and microsurgery training in Switzerland. He holds the rank of Associate Professor of General Surgery.

• Performs minimally invasive procedures for obesity, breast, and thyroid conditions.
• Treats complex oncologic cases alongside hernia repairs and anal region diseases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system.
• Utilizes skills gained from international courses in Switzerland and the USA.

Dr. Emrah Eraslan is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of breast, prostate, and lung cancers. Dr. Eraslan has contributed extensively to oncology research through various scientific publications. He currently treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Ankara.

• Expertise in managing colorectal, stomach, and ovarian cancers.
• Performs chemotherapy and radiotherapy for complex oncological cases.
• Served as Chief Physician at Dr. Nafiz Körez Sincan State Hospital.
• Works at a clinic that treats over 350,000 patients every year.

Dr. Gulsah Bademci is a neurosurgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specialized in brain, nerve, and spine surgery during her 30-year career. Dr. Bademci completed a research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She also trained under Dr. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas.

• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates.
• Performs complex procedures like craniotomy, laminectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Specializes in spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cervical disc herniations.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Bilge Bülbül Şen is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She focuses on diagnosing chronic skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Dr. Şen holds deep expertise in dermoscopic examinations for early skin cancer detection. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs dermatological surgeries including mole removal, cryotherapy, and nail extractions.
• Provides cosmetic procedures such as Botox, fillers, PRP therapy, and mesotherapy.
• Treats hair loss disorders and various inflammatory skin diseases.
• Obtained her Associate Professorship from Mustafa Kemal University in 2014.

Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a professor of orthopedics at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in robotic knee prosthesis and complex joint replacement surgery. Dr. Bektaser serves as a lecturer and has published numerous scientific articles on skeletal trauma. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic knee, hip, and shoulder arthroplasty.
• Treats orthopedic oncology cases and complex bone fractures.
• Expertise includes arthroscopy for sports injuries and hand surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint conditions.

Dr. Osman Ilhan was part of the team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow stem cell transplant. He focuses on leukemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, and myeloma treatments at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. Dr. Ilhan has authored over 300 PubMed publications with 5,000+ citations. He holds the Platinum CME certificate from the European Hematology Association.

• Helped establish the Turkish Stem Cell Donor Bank (TURKOK).
• Served as a board chairman for bone marrow transplantation at the Ministry of Health.
• Former President of the Turkish Hematology Association.
• Founded the Cellular Therapy and Regenerative Medicine Association.

Dr. Sinan Altan Kocaman is a professor of cardiology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Kocaman holds a high citation count for his research in heart rhythm disorders. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs cardiac electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation therapy.
• Implantation and long-term follow-up of cardiac pacemakers.
• Expertise in intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Ahmet Koybasioglu is an ENT specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He focuses on head and neck oncology and laryngology. Dr. Koybasioglu performed clinical research at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center in the Netherlands. He also collaborated on complex cases at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

• Specializes in vocal cord disorders, snoring, and respiratory problems.
• Treats pediatric ENT conditions including tonsillitis and congenital neck cysts.
• Addresses tumors of the mouth, tongue, throat, and salivary glands.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving patients from over 60 countries.

Dr. Kursat Fidanci is a pediatric cardiologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, rhythm disorders, and rheumatic heart conditions. Dr. Fidanci holds the title of Associate Professor and has more than 10 years of subspecialty expertise. He previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in fetal echocardiography and congenital heart disease management.
• Expert in monitoring heart health for young athletes.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.
• Focuses on pediatric heart valve procedures and atrial septal defect surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Emre Tascilar is a professor and pediatric endocrinologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in child growth disorders and calcium metabolism. He trained at the University of South Florida College of Medicine as a research fellow. Dr. Tascilar holds a medical degree from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Treats childhood diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disorders.
• Expert in early and late puberty and gender development disorders.
• Manages pituitary and adrenal gland conditions in children.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which serves 350,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sema Yilmaz is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in cell therapies for childhood cancers and cancer immunology. Dr. Yilmaz conducted research at top US institutions, including MD Anderson and Harvard University.

• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR).
• Treats complex pediatric conditions like neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs bone marrow biopsies and intra-arterial chemotherapy for young patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which features an on-site bone marrow transplant center.

Dr. Hulusi Kocak is a pediatrician specializing in nephrology and rheumatology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He formerly served as a faculty member at Hacettepe University. Dr. Kocak later worked as a professor at Samsun 19 Mayis University. He treats children with complex kidney and rheumatic conditions.

• Performs specialized procedures including renal biopsy, hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis.
• Expertise in pediatric nephrology interventions like nephrostomy and hemapheresis.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 350,000 patients annually.
• Focuses on pediatric kidney health, growth hormone testing, and lithotripsy.

Dr. Ismail Biri is a general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He is the first in Turkey to perform postpartum laparoscopic SCOLA repairs. This method treats complex abdominal hernias and diastasis recti simultaneously. Dr. Biri treats obesity, oncological conditions, and digestive disorders at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs laparoscopic gastric sleeve and endoscopic gastroplasty procedures.
• Treats gallbladder disease in pregnant women during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters.
• Specializes in oncological surgery for liver, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Uses trans-cystic choledochal irrigation for bile duct stones during surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an ophthalmologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He has handled over 30,000 retinal disease cases. Dr. Sahin specializes in cataract surgery and refractive procedures. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Expert in retinal detachment surgery and vitrectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and strabismus.

Dr. Nazife Asikgarip is an ophthalmologist and eye surgery specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in oculoplastic surgery, including blepharoplasty and eye area aesthetics. Dr. Asikgarip completed her medical education at Bursa Uludag University. She later specialized in ophthalmology at Istanbul University of Health Sciences.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and lens implantation.
• Treats refractive errors using Excimer laser and LASIK techniques.
• Manages glaucoma and provides amblyopia treatments for patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Saim Ustunel is an eye surgery specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He graduated from Hacettepe University, a top medical school in Turkey. Dr. Ustunel treats common and complex vision issues like cataracts and strabismus. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs glaucoma treatments and macular dystrophy management.
• Provides specialized care for amblyopia and offers photocoagulation.
• Conducts precision diagnostics including refractometry and corneal pachymetry.
• Practices at a hospital equipped with a dedicated international patient department.