Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 104

Dr. Levent Demirturk is a gastroenterologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He is the former Ward Chief of Internal Diseases and Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa. Dr. Demirturk treats complex conditions like pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and chronic hepatitis. He works at the first Turkish hospital to receive Ministry of Health international certification.

• Served as a member of the GATA Higher Scientific Council.
• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and rectoscopy.
• Treats esophageal varicose veins using advanced band therapy and sclerotherapy.
• Specializes in non-surgical polyp removal through mucosal resection techniques.

Dr. Burak Teymen is a cardiologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He treats heart failure and complex heart diseases. Dr. Teymen specializes in coronary angiography via both the inguinal and wrist routes. He performs procedures at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality medical standards.

• Performs coronary and peripheral artery stenting and balloon procedures.
• Expert in atherectomy or vascular shaving for plaque removal.
• Earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University, a top Turkish medical school.
• Specializes in angioplasty and echocardiography for heart monitoring.

Dr. Ahmet Firat Gungor is a nuclear medicine physician and radiologist at Emsey Hospital. He earned the title of Professor at Akdeniz University. He completed specialized training in Neuroradiology and Interventional Radiology in the United States. Dr. Gungor practiced at UT Southwestern Medical Center and UT Health Science Center SA.

• Specializes in PET-CT imaging and nuclear oncology treatments like Lutetium and Iodine.
• Performs specialized diagnostic scans including Gallium 68 DOTA and DOTATATE.
• Former Professor and department head at multiple Turkish medical universities.
• Works at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital, a certified spine center of excellence.

The doctor specializes in gynecology and obstetrics, with a focus on IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). Graduating from Ege University, Faculty of Medicine in 1994, the doctor completed compulsory service at Kütahya Health Clinic from 1994 to 1997.

Further specialization was achieved at Zeynep Kamil Woman and Child Disease Research and Education Hospital between 1997 and 2001. Since 2012, the doctor has been serving as the IVF Unit Officer at Private Emsey Hospital.

The doctor specializes in the treatment of child asthma and allergy diseases, pediatric nephrology, and pediatric infectious diseases. With a robust career spanning several reputable medical institutions, the doctor has gained extensive experience in pediatric medicine. The professional journey includes tenures at Pendik Hospital, Emsey Hospital, Hisar Hospital, and Ada Medical Hospital, with a return to Emsey Hospital in 2019, where the doctor continues to practice.

The doctor is a highly experienced hair transplant specialist with over two decades of experience. Specializing in Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) methods, the doctor has performed more than 4000 hair grafting operations. Known for expertise in Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment, the doctor enhances the success rate of hair transplantation. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in performing transplants on moustaches, beards, and eyebrows.

The doctor is a member of the World FUE Institute.

The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine at Erciyes University, completing their studies in 1999. With a decade of experience from 2010 to 2020, the doctor has served in various capacities at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital and Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to medical practice and research in these institutions.

The doctor graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989 and initially worked as a General Practitioner in emergency service and AÇSAP centers until 1998. Specializing in radiology, the doctor completed a specialization at Taksim First Aid Training and Research Hospital from 1998 to 2002.

Following specialization, the doctor practiced at Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center from 2002 to 2009, and then at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Imaging Center from 2009 to 2010. The doctor returned to Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center, continuing to work there from 2010 to 2013.

The doctor graduated from Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine in 1998 and completed a specialization in the Thoracic Surgery Clinic at the same institution in 2008. Specializing in chest diseases and surgery, the doctor has expertise in esophageal surgery, thoracic sympathectomy for hand sweating, and primary lung surgeries and biopsies. The doctor is also skilled in performing both flexible and rigid bronchoscopy and diaphragm surgery.

Dr. Dogan Kose is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in child bone marrow transplants and childhood cancer treatments. Dr. Kose previously served as an Associate Professor at Harran University. He completed two specializations in child health and pediatric hematology.

• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, and complex childhood bleeding diseases.
• Performs bone marrow transplants for children at Emsey Hospital.
• Expertise includes childhood vascular occlusion and severe anemia.
• Works at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital, a center for bone marrow therapy.

Dr. Ahmet Akar is a professor of dermatology at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex skin conditions, including psoriasis and venereal diseases. Dr. Akar served as a faculty member at the GATA Military Medical Faculty for over 20 years. He focuses on diagnosing and managing chronic acne, fungal infections, and hair diseases.

• Former Professor at the Health Sciences University Gulhane Medical Faculty.
• Treats sexually transmitted diseases and chronic dermatological conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital, a certified international health tourism center.
• Previously held senior academic roles at GATA Military Medical Faculty.

Dr. Ahmet Kemal Firat is an interventional radiologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He completed specialized training at UT Southwestern and UT Health Science Center in the USA. Dr. Firat previously served as an Associate Professor at İnönü University. He focuses on neuroradiology and oncological treatments like radioembolization. Emsey Hospital is JCI-accredited and holds a Surgical Spine Centre of Excellence certification.

• Performs aneurysm and AVM embolization for complex vascular conditions.
• Treats tumors using chemoembolization and precise biopsy techniques.
• Specializes in vascular occlusion and dialysis catheter placement.
• Provides care at the first Turkish hospital with a Health Tourism Certificate.

The doctor graduated from Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine in 1999 and completed specialization training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kurtul Training and Research Hospital in 2005.

With extensive experience in various hospitals, the doctor worked at Pendik Sifa Hospital from 2005 to 2006, Nene Hatun Maternity Hospital from 2006 to 2008, Tuzla Gisbir Hospital from 2009 to 2011, and Gebze Medical Park Hospital from 2011 to 2015.

Dr. Tamer Sozen is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in risky pregnancy care and Level 2 ultrasonics. He focuses on adolescent gynecology and menopause management. Dr. Sozen previously worked at the Istanbul Medical Faculty and German Hospital. He treats complex conditions like cervical dysplasia and polycystic ovary syndrome.

• Specializes in egg freezing and infertility treatments.
• Maintains membership in TJOD, TSRM, and ÜTD societies.
• Contributed to 28 national and international medical publications.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey.

Dr. Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a general surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating diseases of the colon, rectum, and stomach. He twice received national board recognition with outstanding degrees. Dr. Yüksel is proficient in both surgical and endoscopic diagnostic procedures.

• Specializes in obesity surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions like hemorrhoids, hernias, and pancreatic cysts.
• Performs complex surgical procedures such as colectomy and thyroidectomy.
• Member of the Turkish surgery and colorectal surgery associations.