Surgery Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 18

Dr. Ali Solmaz graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002. He completed his General Surgery residency in 2007. In 2017, he received his Associate Professorship Certificate in General Surgery. Dr. Solmaz specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgeries. His expertise includes gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, revisional obesity surgery, and diabetes surgery.

He is skilled in minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernia repairs. Dr. Solmaz treats a wide range of gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological conditions. He is known for his expertise, patient satisfaction, and dedication to surgical excellence.

Dr. Ismail Barut is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He received advanced training at Ege University and Gazi University. He also completed a specialization in hand surgery. Dr. Barut has presented at more than 10 national and international congresses. He has published several peer-reviewed articles, including new techniques for head and neck reconstruction and orbital floor defects.

Dr. Barut took part in Turkey’s third face transplant operation. He is known for achieving natural-looking results using advanced, minimally invasive methods. He has worked at leading hospitals in Turkey and now practices in Istanbul. Dr. Barut provides patient-focused care to both local and international patients. His experience and scientific work make him a leading choice for plastic surgery in Turkey.

Ilkay Kirkac is the Head of the Urology Department at Private Optimed Hospital. He pioneered closed kidney stone surgery at the facility, introducing this specialised technique to the clinic's surgical repertoire.

• Specialises in minimally invasive keyhole surgery for kidney stones
• Graduated from Turkey's prestigious Hacettepe University Medical Faculty
• Previously served at Ankara Diskapi Training Hospital
• Focuses on surgical urology and modern stone removal techniques

Professor Gunluoglu is a specialist thoracic surgeon based at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He focuses on surgical interventions within the chest cavity to treat complex conditions.

• Specialises in thoracic surgery, involving the heart, lungs, and oesophagus
• Consults at a leading JCI-accredited university hospital centre
• Performs surgical procedures for disorders of the chest and respiratory system
• Experienced in managing surgical cases within a multidisciplinary medical team

Dr Gursoy is a specialist surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on gynaecological procedures and delicate genital aesthetics.

• Performs vaginal rejuvenation using laser and filling techniques to restore tissue function
• Completed over 500 surgical and non-surgical procedures for genital aesthetics
• Specialises in vaginal PRP – using a patient’s own plasma to stimulate healing and tissue repair
• Experienced in vaginal birth after caesarean section (VBAC) and non-invasive birth methods
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions