Best Pneumonectomy Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Professor Erkan Yildirim completed a prestigious lung transplant fellowship at the University of Toronto and authored Turkey's first overseas clinical publication on lung transplantation.

• Fellow of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons since 2002
• Expert in complex surgeries for lung cancer, mediastinal masses, and chest wall tumours
• Pioneered research in lung volume reduction and advanced transplant techniques
• Holds four biomedical engineering patents for innovative chest disorder treatments
• Serves as a reviewer for the European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli is a senior medical oncologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital, specialising in complex lung and gastrointestinal cancers.

• Promoted to Associate Professor status – an academic rank indicating high level clinical expertise and leadership
• Highly experienced in managing oncology cases within Turkey's specialised regional training and research hospitals
• Former specialist at the Ankara Oncology Clinic – one of the region's dedicated cancer centres
• Focuses on the systemic treatment protocols required before or after major thoracic procedures

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

Professor Yildiray Bekar is a thoracic surgery specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler who focuses on complex lung cancer and bronchiectasis surgeries.

• Trained at Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Centre – one of Turkey's premier institutes for respiratory care
• Specialises in diaphragm disease management and surgical treatment of emphysema
• Active member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Expertise in hydatid cyst surgery and managing pleural effusions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery

Professor Adnansayar is a leading thoracic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who sits on the Ministry of Health's Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee.

• Holds a European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (FETCS) qualification
• Completed specialised lung transplantation training at the University of Zurich in Switzerland
• Specialises in thoracoscopic and robotic minimally invasive surgery for lung cancer cases
• Served as the Specialist in Charge at the Yedikule Lung Transplant Clinic
• Observed living donor and tracheal transplant surgery at top institutes in Japan and Sweden

Dr. Erkan Cakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating acute and chronic respiratory problems in children. Dr. Cakir focuses on asthma, cystic fibrosis, and breathing disorders during sleep. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards.

• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and specialized treatment procedures for young patients.
• Treats complex respiratory conditions including tuberculosis and chronic infections.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
• Served as a board member for the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association.

Dr. Levent Dalar is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in interventional bronchoscopy and rare lung diseases. Dr. Dalar gained expertise at the University of Zürich’s Lung Transplant Unit. He has diagnosed and treated thousands of complex respiratory cases. His practice focuses on interstitial lung diseases and respiratory deficiencies.

• Member of the European Respiratory Society and the EABIP.
• Trained and worked in France, Switzerland, and Turkey.
• Treats complex pulmonary conditions including pneumonia and asthma.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey.

Professor Ferah Ece is a lung cancer expert who completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center – one of the highest-ranked cancer hospitals in the world.

• Trained in interventional bronchoscopy at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore
• Serves as an Executive Board Member for the Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Selected as a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP)
• Published 48 international research papers on thoracic diseases and treatment
• Leads the Department of Thoracic Diseases at Liv Hospital Ulus

Professor Sinem Iliaz is a prize-winning chest specialist at Biruni University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex lung cancer and pneumonia cases.

• Awarded the European Respiratory Society Championship prize in London for clinical knowledge
• Specialised in interventional diagnostic methods for precise tumour identification
• Recognised by the Turkish Thoracic Society for excellence in clinical publications
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and Turkish Medical Association
• Professor at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine training future chest specialists

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in interventional bronchoscopy and chronic lung diseases like COPD and asthma. Dr. Aydogan has contributed to over 50 medical publications and textbooks. He practicing at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality and patient safety.

• Expert in EBUS and endobronchial valve replacement for complex lung conditions.
• Author of the national tuberculosis guide for patients on specialized therapies.
• Treats interstitial pulmonary diseases, pulmonary embolism, and pleural disorders.
• Provides stem cell therapy and balloon dilatation for COPD management.

Dr. Dilaver Tas is a Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He has over 30 years of experience in respiratory medicine and internal care. Dr. Tas previously served as Chief Physician at a major military hospital. He specializes in treating complex conditions like lung cancer, COPD, and tuberculosis.

• Expert in EBUS and other bronchoscopic diagnostic techniques.
• Treats interstitial lung diseases, asthma, and pulmonary embolism.
• Performs specialized procedures like bronchial fistula closure via bronchoscopy.
• Winner of national awards for his research in respiratory medicine.

Dr. Omer Ayten is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional bronchoscopy and endobronchial ultrasonography. Dr. Ayten treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and pneumonia. He formerly served as an Education Officer at Sultan Abdulhamit II Han Hospital.

• Expert in bronchoscopic balloon dilatation for COPD and fistula closure.
• Earned his medical degree from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility and Center of Excellence.
• Focuses on diffuse parenchymal lung diseases and chronic obstructive conditions.