Gastroenterology Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 5

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a surgical specialist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from the 1st Surgical Clinic at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats gastrointestinal tract conditions including gallbladder disease and appendicitis
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – small incisions that mean less pain and a faster return home
• Performs endocrine operations on the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages abdominal hernias and emergency trauma surgical cases

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an eye surgery expert at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on restoring vision through precision microsurgery.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification for cataract removal with premium lens implantation
• Performs refractive laser surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages complex retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical management for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal disorders such as keratoconus and performs corneal transplants

Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides precision imaging at Ümran Medical Centre to support accurate gastroenterology diagnoses. He uses abdominal ultrasound to evaluate digestive organs without radiation or pain.

• Specialises in abdominal ultrasonography for liver, gallbladder, and pancreas checks
• Provides CT and MRI imaging for detailed mapping of oncological conditions
• Conducts vascular ultrasound to monitor blood flow in the abdominal region
• Uses interventional radiology for minimally invasive, imaging-guided procedures
• Communicates with clinical teams to ensure accurate stomach and bowel assessments

Professor Levent Demirturk is the former Chief of Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious military medical institutions.

• Specialises in managing complex acute and chronic pancreatitis cases
• Performs precision removal of gastric polyps to prevent future complications
• Served as a member of the Higher Science Council for Turkish medicine
• Trained at Hacettepe University, a top-tier medical school in the region
• Mentored future specialists as a professor of internal medicine