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Dr Selami Sozubir

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Sozubir leads paediatric surgical care at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex congenital and reconstructive cases. He is recognised globally for his clinical research into neonatal and abdominal conditions.

    • Specialises in newborn surgery to correct life-threatening birth defects
    • Manages paediatric abdominal surgery for internal organ conditions
    • Trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center in the USA
    • Recognised with multiple awards for clinical and research excellence
    • Authored 65 scientific publications with over 1,000 citations
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Melih Ucer

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who completed his visiting scholarship at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

    • Specialises in spinal procedures including laminectomy and complex herniated disc surgery
    • Holds membership in EUROSPINE and the Turkish Spine Society
    • Expertise in preoperative diagnostics to ensure surgical precision for spinal cases
    • Trained at Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital, a major regional centre
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Dr Mustafa Aydin

  • 17 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Umran Medical Centre with a strong focus on diagnostic care and chronic disease management.

    • Graduated from the prestigious Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
    • Manages systemic conditions that can impact spinal surgery outcomes
    • Specialises in evidence-based care for diabetes and hypertension
    • Provides preventive medicine and risk assessments for adult patients
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Osman Karli

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in managing childhood conditions and newborn health.

    • Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital
    • Presented research on myoclonic epilepsy in patients with complex underlying conditions
    • Focuses on preventive medicine and monitors health for children up to eighteen
    • Expertise in infancy nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy for new parents
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Dr Cevat Azeroglu

  • 39 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a specialist radiologist at Ümran Medical Centre who provides the imaging backbone for successful spinal surgery.

    • Specialises in MRI and CT imaging to identify neurological and musculoskeletal spinal conditions
    • Performs interventional radiology – uses imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures
    • Collaborates with surgical teams to map out precise treatment plans
    • Expert in diagnostic evaluations for bone and soft tissue disorders
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Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialised surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on abdominal wall repairs and laparoscopic techniques.

    • Performs laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
    • Specialises in hernia repairs and gallbladder surgery within her general surgical practice
    • Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
    • Provides emergency surgical care for acute trauma and life-threatening conditions
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Dr Erdem Gelegen

  • 22 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi specialising in microsurgery to restore and preserve vision.

    • Performs phacoemulsification for cataracts using premium intraocular lens implants
    • Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using various laser techniques
    • Manages retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
    • Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
    • Treats corneal disorders and performs anterior segment surgery
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Dr Derya Zengin Metli

  • 11 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Derya Zengin Metli specialises in physical therapy and rehabilitation at Ümran Medical Centre. She focuses on non-surgical recovery and pain relief for spinal conditions.

    • Manages back and neck pain along with herniated discs
    • Provides post-surgical rehabilitation following neurosurgical and orthopaedic operations
    • Develops personalised programmes for chronic pain and fibromyalgia
    • Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
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Ms Yaren Nur Gungor

  • 8 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre. She focuses on clinical nutrition and metabolic health for patients managing long-term physical conditions.

    • Develops nutrition plans for metabolic disorders and cardiovascular health
    • Focuses on weight management to improve body composition and mobility
    • Creates sports nutrition strategies to support physical performance and recovery
    • Supports patients by using evidence-based lifestyle counselling and healthy eating education
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Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya

  • 41 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a highly senior dermatologist with over three decades of clinical expertise at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

    • Diagnoses and treats chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
    • Performs dermato-oncology to evaluate and surgically treat skin tumours
    • Provides geriatric skin care specifically tailored for elderly patients
    • Uses laser and light-based therapies to treat scars and vascular lesions
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Dr Nimet Ozcan

  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with expertise in dermato-oncology and surgical skin lesion removal.

    • Graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
    • Specialises in surgical excision of suspicious skin lesions and tumours
    • Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research hospital
    • Expert in treating medical conditions including psoriasis and eczema
    • Provides cosmetic skin rejuvenation and laser therapy treatments
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Dr Ahmet Cem Dural

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist at Liv Hospital, holding prestigious fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

    • Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
    • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
    • Focuses on endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
    • Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
    • Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
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Erkam Komurcu

  • 22 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious spinal surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Centre in Los Angeles.

    • Specialises in degenerative spine diseases, scoliosis, and vertebral fractures
    • Performs minimally invasive fusion surgery to help patients recover faster with smaller scars
    • Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTEK)
    • Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the European Spine Society
    • Published over 35 research papers on spinal fusion and fracture healing protocols
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Hasan Mirzai

  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Hasan Mirzai is a leading neurosurgeon at Kolan Hospital Group with a global reputation for managing complex spinal conditions.

    • Holds a professorship and senior roles at several top-tier Turkish university hospitals
    • Specialises in spinal surgery and paediatric brain surgery for younger patients
    • Focuses on neurosurgery for both adult and paediatric spinal disorders
    • Member of the World Spine Society and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
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Bookimed Insights: Top Spinal Surgery Specialists in Turkey for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Spinal Surgery specialists in Turkey, collaborating with 41 leading doctors. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with costs in Australia.
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#136 years of experiencePaediatric congenital and reconstructive abdominal surgeryProfessor at Yeditepe University and former researcher at UT Southwestern Dallas. He specialises in newborn and paediatric abdominal surgery, winning multiple awards for clinical study excellence in paediatric surgical outcomes.
Turkey
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#219 years of experienceComplex spinal disc and laminectomy proceduresWisconsin-trained Associate Professor specialising in complex spinal neurosurgery and disc herniation. Highly regarded member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Spine Society.
Turkey
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#317 years of experiencePre-surgical medical assessment and chronic risk managementInternal medicine specialist who manages underlying conditions like diabetes and hypertension to support overall patient health before and after surgical interventions. Focuses on evidence-based diagnostic care and personalized health plans.
Turkey
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#436 years of experiencePaediatric care and childhood epilepsy monitoringSpecialises in child health and diseases at Liv Hospital Ulus. Presented scientific research on epilepsy and pancreatitis in young patients, ensuring evidence-based care for complex paediatric cases.
Turkey
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#539 years of experienceDiagnostic imaging for spinal conditionsProvides the essential radiological mapping for spinal surgery through advanced CT and MRI. Specialises in interventional radiology, allowing for imaging-guided minimally invasive procedures to support accurate surgical planning.
Turkey
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#636 years of experienceLaparoscopic hernia and abdominal wall surgeryFocuses on laparoscopic interventions for hernias and gallbladder issues to improve patient comfort. Trained at Istanbul's Haseki Training and Research Hospital with expertise in endocrine and emergency trauma surgery.
Turkey
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#722 years of experienceMicrosurgical eye proceduresTrained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. Focuses on precision microsurgery for cataracts, refractive errors, and retinal diseases at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.
Turkey
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#811 years of experienceNon-surgical spinal recovery and rehabilitationSpecialises in physical therapy and post-surgical rehabilitation for spinal patients. Focuses on restoring mobility and managing chronic pain conditions like herniated discs using evidence-based recovery programmes.
Turkey
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#98 years of experienceMetabolic health and weight management for spinal recoveryProvides evidence-based nutrition counselling for metabolic conditions and weight control. Her personalised diet programmes help manage systemic health issues that can impact overall physical well-being and recovery outcomes.
Turkey
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#1041 years of experienceDermato-oncology and surgical skin tumour removalExtensive expertise in evaluating and surgically treating benign and malignant skin tumours. Provides specialised geriatric care and targeted therapies for chronic conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
Turkey
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