Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 9

Dr. Burak Ozkan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He sits on several executive boards, including the International Society of Burn Injuries. Dr. Ozkan is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS). He focuses on reconstructive microsurgery, aesthetic face surgery, and complex burn treatment.

• Awarded the Professor Aikawa Young Investigator Prize by the ISBI.
• Completed surgical fellowships at prestigious centers in Tokyo, Seoul, and Ghent.
• Treats lymphedema and performs breast reconstruction after oncology procedures.
• Member of the European Association of Plastic Surgeons (EURAPS).

Dr. Cemalettin Aydin is a professor of general surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastroenterology surgery and complex weight loss procedures. He completed a prestigious fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at the Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Performs advanced bariatric surgeries including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions such as pancreatitis, Crohn's disease, and cirrhosis.
• Expert in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Ezgi Yuceer Cetiner is the Chief Physician at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital in Istanbul. She is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon specializing in reconstructive surgery and bone regeneration. Dr. Yuceer Cetiner performs complex procedures like orthognathic surgery and All-on-4 dental implants. She also holds the role of Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University.

• Member of both national and international oral and maxillofacial surgical associations.
• Expertise includes treating jaw pathologies, TMJ diseases, and mandibulary osteotomy.
• Published researcher with several articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Practices at a university-affiliated hospital featuring 183 dental units and sedative units.

Dr. Erhan Arslan is a neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved his professorship in 2020. Dr. Arslan specializes in brain aneurysm repair and tumor surgery. He treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis and moyamoya disease. Dr. Arslan practices at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs minimally invasive and pediatric neurosurgical procedures.
• Expert in deep brain stimulation and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Published research on brain tumors and spinal cord ischemia in prestigious journals.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Mehmet Tonge is a stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon at Medipol University PARMER in Istanbul. He specializes in deep brain stimulation and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Tonge completed a fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. He treats movement disorders, chronic pain, and epilepsy.

• Member of the World and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies.
• Author of over 30 international publications and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery.
• Expert in MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) for movement disorder treatment.
• Executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society.

Dr. Cagdas Gokhun Ozmerdiven is a urologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in male infertility, prostate laser surgery, and kidney stone removal. Dr. Ozmerdiven uses holmium laser lithotripsy for incisionless stone surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Trakya University and trained at Uludag University.

• Specializes in varicocele treatment, in vitro fertilization, and azoospermia.
• Performs bloodless kidney stone procedures using laser techniques.
• Works at a clinic holding a Turkish Government Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Treats patients at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Husnu Erkmen is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and severe obsessive disorders. Dr. Erkmen is a member of the American Psychiatric Association. He sits on the advisory boards of multiple scientific medical journals.

• Treats complex conditions including anorexia, autism, and social phobia.
• Performs psychotherapy and medical treatments for adult and childhood schizophrenia.
• Graduated from the Ankara University School of Medicine.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility ranked as Europe’s second-best brain hospital.

Dr. Yasin Kulaksiz is a facial plastic surgeon and ENT specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in cosmetic and functional nasal surgery, including complex revision rhinoplasty. Dr. Kulaksiz is a member of the European Rhinologic Society. He authored a 2024 book chapter on practical approaches in medical aesthetics.

• Performs open, closed, and ultrasonic rhinoplasty techniques for natural-looking results.
• Treats functional breathing issues through septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital equipped with robotic surgical systems.
• Maintains a robust academic profile with multiple international publications in craniofacial surgery.

Dr. Bulent Unal is a surgical oncologist and transplant surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He previously worked as an NCI Short-Term Scientist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Unal focuses on breast cancer techniques like ductoscopy and sentinel node applications. He has published research on liver transplant outcomes and complex oncologic procedures.

• Performs kidney and liver transplants at a JCI-accredited smart hospital.
• Trained in oncology surgery at the University of Giessen-Marburg in Germany.
• Sits on the Board of Directors for the Surgical Oncology Association.
• Co-authored professional series featuring 120+ living-donor liver recipients.

Dr. Burak Tuna is an orthopedic surgeon at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and complex trauma management. Dr. Tuna focuses on minimally invasive techniques for joint and ligament repairs. This approach helps patients achieve faster recovery times and better surgical outcomes.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy for ligament and meniscus injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and skeletal fractures.
• Manages joint osteoarthritis through minimally invasive hip and knee replacement.

Dr Ipek graduated from a top dental school in Turkey which is Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry in 2019. Hollywood smile, full mouth smile make over, e.max veneers and zirconia crowns are her specialty.                                                                                                                   

Dr. Efe Sever is a hair transplant specialist at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in FUE and DHI techniques for hair, beard, and eyebrow restoration. Dr. Sever builds personalized treatment plans based on donor capacity and hair structure. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility overseen by Prof. Dr. Barış Nuhoğlu.

• Performs hair, beard, and eyebrow transplants using FUE and DHI methods.
• Provides specialized care in stem cell hair treatments and PRP therapy.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the RSCE Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence title.
• Focuses on natural hair density and comprehensive post-transplant follow-up.

Dr. Omer Bilgehan Poyrazoglu is a bariatric surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic surgery and robotic-assisted procedures for weight loss. Dr. Poyrazoglu completed specialized training in robotic surgery in France. He holds membership in the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).

• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Treats gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions using laparoscopic techniques.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Surgical Society and Liver Transplant Association.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association for health tourism.

Dr. Cem Iyibozkurt is a gynecologic oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive oncology. He holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine. Dr. Iyibozkurt trained at the University of Oxford and Florida Hospital. He is a primary practitioner of robotic gynecologic procedures in Turkey.

• Certified by the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
• Performed hundreds of minimally invasive procedures for gynecologic cancers.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 300,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Elshad Gulmammadov is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. He completed his residency at the prestigious Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Gulmammadov provides both psychiatric care and psychotherapy for complex mental health conditions.

• Treats neurodevelopmental and mood disorders like autism and anorexia.
• Performs specialized interventions including adult schizophrenia treatment and psychotherapy.
• Uses EEG and brain MRI to support precise psychiatric diagnostics.
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility and Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in bariatric surgery, colorectal procedures, and metabolic management. Dr. Alis focuses on minimally invasive techniques for obesity and digestive system disorders. He practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from Turkey.

• International member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
• Performs complex procedures including Whipple surgery and gastric sleeve gastrectomy.
• Maintains membership in the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Published research on hepatobiliary diseases and pancreatic conditions in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Kazibe Demir is an obstetrics and gynecology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. She treats patients in Istanbul with a subspecialty focus on urogynecology. Dr. Demir is currently completing a PhD in urogynecology at Ankara University. She provides care at a facility equipped with robotic surgery systems.

• Member of the International Urogynecological Association (IUGA).
• Sits on the Turkish Urogynecology and Pelvic Rehabilitation Society.
• Treats patients at Memorial Göztepe, which features 19 hybrid operating rooms.
• Ongoing professional training includes IUGA and EUGA international congresses.

Dr. Arzu Öz is an ENT surgeon at CE International Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in both functional and aesthetic head and neck surgeries. Dr. Öz previously practiced at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital and Medient ENT Center. She has extensive clinical experience across public and private Turkish medical institutions.

• Performs septoplasty, adenoid removal, and tonsillectomy.
• Treats sleep apnea, hearing loss, and nasal polyps.
• Expert in endolaryngeal microsurgery for laryngeal polyps.
• Works at a clinic holding TÜV NORD and IFSO certifications.

Dr. Onur Imamoglu is an implantologist at Dental Bosphorus in Istanbul. He holds a master’s degree from the Inonu University Faculty of Dentistry. He focuses on aesthetic smile restoration and implant surgery. Dr. Imamoglu works at a clinic that serves 6,000 patients annually.

• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and mini dental implant procedures.
• Specializes in aesthetic solutions including porcelain veneers and dental crowns.
• Treats complex cases with implant-supported bridges and gingivectomy.
• Uses tailored treatment plans for root canals and caries management.