Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 95

Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan is a plastic surgeon at his private practice in Istanbul. He is an associate professor specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Türkaslan pursued research at St James Seacroft University Hospital in England. He has published over 20 articles in international medical journals.

• Member of the International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Certified by the American Maxillofacial Surgeons Association.
• Treats gynecomastia and performs complex breast reconstruction.
• Performs Vaser liposuction, rhinoplasty, and mommy makeover procedures.

Dr. Abut Kebudi is an oncological surgeon at Istanbul Okan University Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic and oncoplastic breast surgery. Dr. Kebudi trained at the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds a certificate in oncoplastic breast surgery from the European Breast Cancer Center.

• Authored over 250 scientific publications in oncological surgery.
• Holder of the European Board of Surgery Certificate.
• Member of the American College of Surgeons.
• Former professor at the Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

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.

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 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.

Dr. Fulya Dortbas is a rheumatologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in chronic inflammatory conditions like Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF). Dr. Dortbas completed dual specializations in internal medicine and rheumatology. She earned these credentials at the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Expertise includes treating psoriatic arthritis and gout.
• Practiced at specialized oncology and training hospitals across Turkey.
• Works at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital, a center for medical tourism.
• The clinic is a Ministry of Health authorized health tourism provider.

The doctor graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2001. Following this, they completed specialization training at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Disorders Training and Research Hospital, becoming a specialist in 2010. The doctor has extensive experience in psychiatry, currently practicing at Private EMSEY Hospital since 2012. Their career includes service at Edremit State Hospital and military service at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor began their medical career as a general practitioner at Necip Health Center.

The doctor graduated from Hacettepe University Medical Faculty in 1997 and completed a specialty in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital in 2005.

With extensive experience in both state and university hospitals, the doctor has worked at Balıkesir State Hospital and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Faculty of Medicine. Since 2011, the doctor has been practicing at Kadıköy Şifa Ataşehir Hospital's Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic.

Dr. Sidika Altop is a vascular surgeon at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on peripheral vascular disease, venous insufficiency, and advanced coronary surgery. Dr. Altop previously served as a surgeon at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. She works at Emsey Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey to receive health tourism authorization.

• Performs endovascular thrombectomy, balloon therapy, and arterial stenting.
• Specializes in endovenous laser and radiofrequency ablation for venous disease.
• Treats varicose veins using sclerotherapy and embolization agent therapies.
• Completed surgical residency at Bursa High Specialization Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor began their medical career as a physician at the 2nd Infantry Brigade Infirmary in Şırnak from 1993 to 1995. They further specialized in child health and diseases at Ardahan Military Hospital from 1999 to 2001.

They achieved specialization in neonatology at the GATA Neonatology Department between 2003 and 2007. Subsequently, the doctor served as a neonatology specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital from 2007 to 2010.

Continuing their tenure at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, they provided specialized care and contributed to training from 2010 to 2016.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1986 and completed specialization training in chest diseases and thoracic surgery at the Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Center. Subsequently, the doctor served as a specialist doctor at Erzurum Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Hospital.

From 1994 to 2013, the doctor was a faculty member at Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases. Between 2013 and 2015, the doctor held the position of Training Supervisor at Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital.

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.

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.

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. 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.