Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 24

Dr. Semih Aki is the founder of the Physical Treatment and Rehabilitation Department at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in electroneurophysiology, botulinum toxin injections, and PRP therapy. Dr. Aki previously served as a professor at Istanbul University for several years. He treats complex cases involving stroke recovery and spinal cord injuries.

• Member of the European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Expert in neural and ozone therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Practices at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation.

Dr. Ayse Sokullu is a pediatrician at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She led the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for over five years. Dr. Sokullu specializes in nutrition, child development, and lactation counseling. She works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Supports Baby-Friendly Hospital certification and conducts specialized nurse training.
• Treats common childhood illnesses and manages vaccination schedules.
• Sits on the Patient Safety Committee at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Managed patient follow-up in pediatric outpatient clinics for ten years.

Dr. Sezer Saglam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal and breast cancers. His research on rectal cancer timing has influenced global treatment protocols. Dr. Saglam develops personalized therapy plans using targeted medicine and precision techniques.

• Nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for work on liver cancer.
• Leads clinical trials focused on targeted therapies and precision oncology.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Dr. Arzu Tekkeli is a dentist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in smile design and digital dentistry using CAD/CAM technology. Dr. Tekkeli graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. She focuses on restorative and aesthetic treatments for international patients.

• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and the Oral Implantology Association.
• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and Straumann dental implant installations.
• Expertise in aesthetic dentistry and digital smile reconstruction.
• Practices at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Nihal Isik is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She serves as the Turkey Representative to the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Isik specialized at Hacettepe University and focuses on neuro-muscular diseases, epilepsy, and dementia. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored the official Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for Multiple Sclerosis.
• Published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals.
• Heads sessions and delivers invited panels at global neurology conferences.
• Awarded for excellence in multiple sclerosis research at the National Neurology Congress.

Dr. Baris Demiriz is a general and bariatric surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic weight loss procedures and obesity treatment. Dr. Demiriz earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He completed his surgical residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Performs gastric sleeve surgery at a clinic with a 97% success rate.
• Works at a center treating 4,500+ patients annually from Europe and the USA.
• Maintains membership in the National Society of Endoscopical Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Sadi Kerem Okutur is a medical oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy for various cancers. Dr. Okutur achieved his Associate Professorship in 2016. He treats complex conditions like melanoma and pancreatic cancer. He holds certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

• Winner of the Oncology Research Award from the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Authored over 20 scientific papers and 10 book chapters on oncology.
• Member of the Turkish Immuno-Oncology Society.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

Dr. Veysel Ozcan is a specialist in aesthetic and holistic medicine in Istanbul. He blends cosmetic treatments with Turkish Ministry of Health-certified wellness therapies. Dr. Ozcan has served as Chief Physician at a state hospital. He operates a private practice in Bakırköy focusing on non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

• Certified in Mesotherapy, Phytotherapy, Cupping, and Ozone Therapy.
• Former Chairman of hospital committees for Infection, Quality, and Patient Safety.
• Performs stem cell rejuvenation, Botox injections, and 8-point biological lifting.
• Provides vitamin infusions and PRP treatments for hair loss.

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Dr. Bulent Unal is a transplant and general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in liver and kidney transplantation alongside surgical oncology. Dr. Unal gained a Certificate of Outstanding Achievement in Liver Transplantation. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Surgical Oncology Association.

• Recipient of the AACR Scholar-in-Training Award for his work in breast cancer research.
• Performs complex organ transplants and oncological surgeries for adults and children.
• Member of the American Society of Breast Cancer and the Turkish Surgery Association.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international medical tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Emrah Ugurlu is an ENT specialist at Adem and Havva Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision nose surgery, and blepharoplasty. Dr. Ugurlu performs endoscopic sinus surgery and treats vocal cord diseases. He completed his medical training at Akdeniz and Dokuz Eylul universities.

• Member of the Facial Plastic Surgery Association.
• Published research on pediatric rhinosinusitis and hearing aid outcomes.
• Part of a clinic that has performed over 16,000 plastic surgery interventions.
• Sits on the Turkish Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.

Dr. Baris Topcular is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on dementia, movement disorders, and multiple sclerosis. He trained at the University of Basel in Switzerland. He also works in the molecular neuroimaging department for PET scans. Dr. Topcular treats patients at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Turkey.

• Specialize in botulinum toxin applications for movement disorders.
• Performs neuropsychological assessments and molecular brain imaging.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
• Manages neurodegenerative diseases using stem cell therapy protocols.

The doctor has a robust background in oculoplastic surgery, having completed a medical degree at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. She further specialized in ophthalmology at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital, where she trained from 2011 to 2016 and continued further training until 2019. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Dr. Yavuz Kamil Bardak is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He won the Troutman Award for his research on laser thermal keratoplasty. Dr. Bardak treats cataract and performs complex lens replacements. He completed a fellowship at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for oxidative stress research.
• Received the Best Paper Award at the 28th National Congress of EOD.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL and multifocal lens implants.
• Works at a TÜV NORD-certified clinic that treats 66,000 patients annually.

Dr. Gökhan Temiz is a nephrologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 scientific publications in international journals. This makes him one of Turkey's most published experts in kidney transplantation. Dr. Temiz specializes in chronic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis. He completed training at Munich Technical University in Germany.

• Specializes in kidney transplantation and dialysis management.
• Treats acute renal failure and complex glomerular diseases.
• Member of the European Renal Association (ERA–EDTA).
• Sits on the Clinical Journal of Translation Turkey Committee.

Dr. Ufuk Ozkaya is an orthopedist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology. Dr. Ozkaya serves as a lead physician at his current facility. He previously held administrative and education leadership roles at GOP Taksim Hospital. His training includes service at specialized centers like Baltalimani Bone Diseases Hospital.

• Specializes in traumatology and corrective orthopedic surgeries.
• Served as the Education and Administrative Officer at Taksim Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Expertise spans pediatric orthopedics and complex adult musculoskeletal injuries.