48 Best Pulmonology Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Tulay Yarkin is a pulmonologist at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. She treats respiratory conditions such as asthma and pneumonia. Dr. Yarkin works at a facility with TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation, which confirms the clinic meets standards for international patient care. The hospital also holds ISO 9001 certification for quality management systems.

Academic Hospital treats 15,000 patients every year and is authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Health for international health tourism. Dr. Yarkin is part of a team of over 100 doctors in a 120-bed facility. The clinic has provided medical services in Istanbul since 1997.

Dr. Didem Ozkan is a pulmonologist and thoracic surgeon at Derindere Hospital in Istanbul. She diagnoses and treats respiratory illnesses and conditions requiring chest surgery. Dr. Ozkan works at a facility that manages over 106,000 patients annually. The hospital holds a TÜV AUSTRIA certificate for quality and safety standards.

Her work includes medical lung care and surgical interventions for thoracic diseases. She treats patients at a 75-bed clinical center equipped for specialized pulmonary treatments. Dr. Ozkan is based at a major private medical center in Istanbul.

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre with over two decades of clinical experience in eye care.

• Specialises in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implants
• Performs refractive laser surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to protect retinal health
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal conditions including keratoconus and performs corneal transplants

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical background from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and skin infections
• Practises dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specialises in diagnostic radiology for chest diseases at Umran Medical Centre. He provides the imaging accuracy needed for precise pulmonology diagnoses.

• Performs conventional radiology to evaluate musculoskeletal and chest conditions
• Uses CT and MRI imaging for detailed cardiovascular and oncological assessments
• Focuses on precise diagnostic evaluations to support lung treatment planning
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate staging for cancer patients

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya provides expert care for complex skin conditions at Umran Medical Centre. He treats both medical and cosmetic dermatological needs with diagnostic precision.

• Manages chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology procedures to remove benign and malignant skin tumours
• Specialises in light-based therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Offers geriatric dermatology focusing on long-term skin health in elderly patients

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a clinical dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who supports pulmonology patients through evidence-based nutritional therapy.

• Manages metabolic conditions and clinical nutrition needs
• Designs tailored meal plans for disease management
• Focuses on preventive nutrition for long-term respiratory health
• Develops lifestyle programmes to assist with weight-related breathing issues

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures. She focuses on surgical interventions that promote faster recovery times and better patient comfort.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for reduced scarring
• Treats endocrine disorders involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Manages both benign and malignant breast conditions
• Performed residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute surgical needs