Best Thyroidectomy Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Nuri Alper Sahbaz is one of only five surgeons in Turkey to hold the European Board of Endocrine Surgery qualification for thyroid and neuroendocrine tumours.

• Performed 2,000+ successful operations across thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland disorders
• Completed advanced clinical and scientific studies at Baylor College of Medicine in the USA
• Specialises in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical techniques to reduce recovery times
• Holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from the University of Strasbourg

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

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.

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Assistant Professor Gokhan Yilmaz brings high-level academic expertise to General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialised in endocrine surgery focusing on thyroid and parathyroid disorders
• Former specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital
• Earned his doctorate from the Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Provides detailed surgical consultations via online video link
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association for endocrine care

Associate Professor Soykan Barlas is a highly credentialed general surgeon who has published over 20 international articles and numerous textbook chapters on advanced surgical techniques.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopic surgery through two intensive programmes in Scotland
• Awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Turkish Ministry of Health for his surgical contributions
• Serves as an academic Doctor Lecturer at the Demiroğlu Science University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in precise surgical interventions using harmonic scalpel technology for better recovery

Dr. Levent Kaptanoglu is a general surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society for Transplantation and Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Chirurgie. Dr. Kaptanoglu completed a fellowship at the Northwestern University Transplantation Unit in Chicago.

• Specializes in complex procedures like Whipple surgery and liver resection.
• Treats conditions including liver hemangioma, pancreatic cysts, and obesity.
• Performs surgeries for breast, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers.
• Sits on the boards of the Breast Surgery and Hepatobiliary Surgery Associations.

Professor Osman Civil is a senior endocrine and general surgeon at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's premier academic medical centres.

• Specialises in thyroid surgery and managing complex endocrine disorders
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association with a focus on surgical oncology
• Trained at Kartal Training and Research Hospital, a major regional trauma and surgery hub
• Active in the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society for evidence-based practice

Professor Balcioglu specialises in endocrine and gastrointestinal surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on minimally invasive techniques designed to reduce recovery time and patient discomfort.

• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in general surgery
• Writes as a regular columnist for two separate medical journals
• Received her medical education in English at Istanbul University
• Performs diverse gastrointestinal procedures including colectomy and large intestine resection
• Uses precise laparoscopic methods for faster return to daily activities

Dr. Alaettin Celik is a pediatric surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He was the founding chairman of the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Celik holds triple specializations in general surgery, pediatric surgery, and pediatric urology. He trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children to establish Turkey’s first dedicated pediatric units.

• Trained generations of surgeons as a former department head at Istanbul University.
• Author of three major books on newborn and pediatric surgery.
• Treats complex cases including anal atresia, liver hemangiomas, and neonatal conditions.
• Member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society.

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior general surgeon and academic who leads complex surgical cases at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi.

• Holds a Professorship in General Surgery from Istanbul University
• Former Educational and Administrative Supervisor at major Turkish training and research hospitals
• Expertise in endocrine and gastrointestinal procedures including thyroid and hernia repairs
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Published over 50 scientific papers in international peer-reviewed journals

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Kilicli is the Chief Medical Officer at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in reproductive endocrinology and metabolism. Dr. Kilicli manages endocrine disorders like thyroid cancer, Addison’s disease, and hirsutism. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

• Treats complex conditions including adrenal gland disorders and hyperparathyroidism.
• Performs specialized procedures like radioiodine therapy and thyroidectomy.
• Provides bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and metabolic surgery.
• Offers complex diagnostics like thyroid function tests and premium check-ups.

Professor Turgut Camkiran is a senior general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with elite training from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques for endocrine and general surgical cases
• Completed advanced surgical residency at one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Active member of the National Association of Surgery and the Turkish Medical Association
• Engages in ongoing professional development through the National Surgery Congress

Professor Muzaffer Al has performed over 3,000 laparoscopic procedures and serves as the Head of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Department at Büyük Anadolu Hospital.

• Trained in advanced oncological cancer surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques that use smaller incisions for faster recovery
• Handles complex metabolic and endocrine surgical cases
• Completed dedicated laparoscopic surgery training at the Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a highly accomplished general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on precision endocrine and oncological surgery.

• Specialises in thyroid surgery and the management of gastrointestinal tumours
• Former Chief Physician with extensive experience in leading surgical departments at major Turkish training hospitals
• Editor of several medical textbooks on oncological and minimal invasive surgery
• Completed advanced robotic colorectal surgery training at Stony Brook University in New York
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery

Specializations

Oncological Surgery

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Surgery

Anorectal Diseases Surgery and Treatment

Stomach Hernia Surgery

Colon and Rectum Surgery

Breast Diseases and Cancer Treatment

Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases Treatment

Treatment of Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases

Dr Volkan Kinas is an oncological surgery expert who focuses on complex endocrine cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specialises in thyroid cancer and breast surgery programmes
• Performs oncological resections for various endocrine and digestive system cancers
• Handles both routine thyroid removal and complex malignancy cases
• Focuses on precision-based techniques within bariatric and metabolic surgery

Dr. Erkan Karatas is an ENT and maxillofacial surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in skull base surgery and cochlear implant placement. Dr. Karatas has contributed to over 100 medical articles. He completed specialized training at prestigious centers in the US, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

• Member of 11 professional associations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
• Expert in complex surgeries for thyroid, tongue, and larynx cancers.
• Performs specialized procedures like stapedectomy, tympanoplasty, and orthognathic surgery.
• Works at an AACI-accredited hospital that treats 565,000 patients annually.