Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 25

2021 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

INTERNAL DISEASES AND GASTROENTROLOGY SPECIALIST

2014 - 2021, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE INTERNAL DISEASES DEPARTMENT/GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT LECTURER

2012 - 2014, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP ŞEHİT KAMİL STATE HOSPITAL GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT (COMPULSORY SERVICE)

Dr. Leyla Ozer is a psychiatrist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She is a founding member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association. Dr. Ozer holds national and European certifications as a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist. She focuses on depression, mood disorders, and psychiatric genetics.

• Authored over 80 scientific publications and 25 book chapters on mental health.
• Maintains membership in the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
• Winner of the TPA Research Encouragement Award and the Mood Disorders Prize.
• Served as an editorial board member for 15 medical journals.

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. Hatice Hale Tuzun is a neurologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on diagnosing and treating various neurological disorders. Dr. Tuzun previously served as a specialist at the prestigious American Hospital in Turkey. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high patient safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a medical center with ISO quality certification.
• Served as a neurology specialist at Ethica FIG Hospital for over a decade.
• Treats patients in a facility recognized for advanced brain surgery and neurology.
• Provides consultations at one of Istanbul's most modern multidisciplinary hospitals.

Dr. Engin Turkgeldi is an associate professor and fertility specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in IVF, reproductive medicine, and stem cell therapy for infertility. Dr. Turkgeldi earned a master’s degree in clinical trials from the University of London. He holds a Ministry of Health certification specifically in reproductive medicine.

• Performs IVF, embryo cryopreservation, and egg cryopreservation.
• Provides ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Uses stem cell therapy to treat male infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Merih Oray is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She has performed over 15,000 surgeries. Dr. Oray specializes in uveitis and Behçet's disease. She completed research fellowships at Yale University and the Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution.

• Authored over 150 scientific publications and presentations.
• Member of the International Ocular Inflammation Society.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Treats patients at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Özkan Onuk is a urologist at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 3,000 urological surgeries. He treats many international patients from Canada, the United States, and Europe. Dr. Onuk was recently appointed to the rank of Professor of Urology. His practice follows evidence-based methods and international quality standards.

• Specializes in complex urological procedures and sexual health treatments.
• Performs the Peniflex procedure for male enhancement.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.
• Provides online consultations for international patients seeking expert second opinions.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

Dr. Senay Yilmaz has performed over 9,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and surgical treatments for strabismus. Dr. Yilmaz completed her medical training and eye disease residency at Istanbul University. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology.

• Handled 9,000+ surgical cases throughout her career.
• Presented research on third cranial nerve palsy at the European Strabismological Association.
• Authored three scientific publications on ocular conditions and surgery.
• Works at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management standards.

Dr. Gamze Ozturk Karabulut is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She specializes in oculoplastic surgery and prosthetic eye procedures. Dr. Karabulut has performed over 5,000 surgeries throughout her career. She holds a prestigious diploma from the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO).

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Authored over 50 scientific publications in international and national journals.
• Awarded best oral presentation by the European Society of Ophthalmic and Plastic Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Burak Onan is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored 150 scientific articles and focuses on complex heart valve repair. Dr. Onan received specialized robotic surgery training in Strasbourg, France. He treats mitral valve diseases, aortic aneurysms, and coronary artery conditions.

• Member of the EACTS Robotic Cardiac Surgery Group.
• Completed heart valve repair training at OLV Hospital in Belgium.
• Former Chairman of the Ethics Committee at a major Turkish research center.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, a US medical quality standard.

Dr. Kezban Nur Pilanci is a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on clinical oncology and has practiced at multiple major Turkish medical centers. Dr. Pilanci holds certifications as both an internal medicine and medical oncology specialist. She works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality and patient safety.

• Serves as a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.
• Completed oncology residency at Istanbul Science University.
• Held research roles at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Formerly served as an internal medicine specialist at Kanuni Sultan Hospital.

Dr. Ediz Altinli is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for complex gastrointestinal conditions. He previously directed the Surgery Center for Esophageal and Gastric Diseases at Florence Nightingale Hospitals.

• Specializes in surgical treatments for esophageal, gastric, and colorectal diseases.
• Served as a faculty member for the Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery program.
• Former Chief of the General Surgery Clinic at Haydarpasa EA Hospital.
• Expert in gastrointestinal system motility and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Dr. Abdurrahman Efem is a physician trained at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine (2000–2008). He graduated with a score of 74/100. He also holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Haliç University (2015–2016).

His practice focuses on emergency and public health. He worked at Dabanoğlu Health Center in Diyarbakır (2008–2011). He then served at the Istanbul Provincial Ambulance Service (2011–2012). He worked at the İstinye State Hospital Emergency Clinic (2012–2014). He joined the Inspection Unit of the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate (2014–2015). He later worked at the Şişli Etfal EAH Emergency Clinic (2016–2017). Languages: Turkish (native), French, English.

Dr. Suleyman Guray is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopy and internal medicine. He completed training in endoscopic interventions at CHA Bundang Medical Center. Dr. Guray belongs to the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology.

• Participated in the Manchester Advanced Endoscopy Symposium.
• Expertise includes gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP.
• Is a member of the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a 25-year-old facility with 19 operating rooms.

Dr. Harun Cologlu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in aesthetic, reconstructive, and revision surgeries. He previously led the plastic surgery departments at Baskent and Istinye Universities. Dr. Cologlu completed a professional observer program at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in the USA.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and liposuction.
• Performs gynecomastia surgery for male breast reduction.
• Former Head of Department at two major Turkish universities.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited and LEED Platinum-certified hospital.