Best Nephrology Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Associate Professor Atasoyu is a dedicated nephrologist at Anadolu Medical Center with senior expertise in internal medicine and kidney health.

• Specialises in managing complex hypertension and renal disorders
• Member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis Transplant Association
• Belongs to the International Society of Nephrology
• Expert in preventative care through specialised kidney check-up programmes
• Trained at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital in nephrology and hypertension

Professor Izzet Yavuz leads scientific research and clinical training at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is a recognised authority in managing complex paediatric conditions involving the head, neck, and jaw.

• Specialises in surgical correction of congenital craniofacial malformations
• Expert in paediatric maxillofacial surgery for complex structural issues
• Manages sleep apnea through specialised orofacial surgical techniques
• Focuses on head and neck reconstruction for young patients

Professor Erhan Tatar is a leading specialist in kidney transplantation and renal care at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He brings high-level academic expertise to the management of chronic kidney failure and complex transplantation cases.

• Specialises in kidney transplant preparation and long-term post-operative follow-up care
• Expert in peritoneal and hemodialysis for patients with chronic renal failure
• Appointed as Professor at the University of Health Sciences, Izmir Faculty of Medicine
• Manages diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis, which involves inflammation of the kidney filters
• Member of the European Renal Association – European Dialysis and Transplant Association (ERA EDTA)

Dr Gokhan Temiz is a dual-specialist in nephrology and internal medicine at the JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing complex kidney diseases and disorders
• Held a long-term clinical role at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes providing care at major state and private medical centres
• Focuses on comprehensive internal medicine alongside dedicated kidney health protocols

Dr. Cahide Yılmaz, Çocuk Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları uzmanı ve Çocuk Nörolojisi yan dal uzmanıdır. 1985-1991 arasında Atatürk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’nde tıp eğitimi ve yüksek lisansını tamamladı. 1997-2001 yılları arasında Fatih Üniversitesi’nde Çocuk Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları uzmanlığını tamamladı. 2003-2007 yılları arasında Yüzüncü Yıl Üniversitesi’nde Çocuk Nörolojisi yan dalını tamamladı.

2010-2013’te Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’nde Çocuk Nörolojisi alanında Doç. Dr. olarak görev yaptı. 2013-2016’da Yıldırım Beyazıt Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi’nde aynı unvanla çalıştı.

Professor Ayse Sinangil serves as a specialist nephrologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She brings a strong research background to the management of kidney-related conditions.

• Completed specialist medical training at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Fine-tuned her expertise with a minor specialisation at Şişli Etfal Training Hospital
• Member of the European Renal Association (ERA)
• Member of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association (EDTA)
• Active contributor to the Turkish Society of Nephrology

Professor Yavascan is a leading paediatric nephrologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He specialises in treating kidney disorders specifically in infants, children, and adolescents.

• Focuses on paediatric kidney health and childhood diseases
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine in paediatric nephrology
• Former specialist at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Provides expert care for complex congenital and acquired kidney conditions

Associate Professor Esra Demir is a specialist in internal medicine at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a background in clinical research for metabolic conditions.

• Served as a specialist at the Turkish Hospital in Qatar
• Contributed to international studies on semaglutide for metabolic health
• Background in managing internal medicine cases at major training hospitals
• Researched insulin efficacy and safety in global clinical trials
• Maintains an academic role as an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Professor Bora Uslu brings senior expertise to the nephrology department at Istinye University Liv Hospital, specialising in kidney transplants and hereditary conditions.

• Treats chronic kidney disease, nephritic syndrome, and complex proteinuria
• Manages both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis – blood filtering treatments for kidney failure
• Focuses on hereditary kidney diseases and hypertension management
• Published research on kidney care in international and national medical journals
• Professor at Istinye University – training the next generation of kidney specialists

Education and Specialization

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – English Medical Education
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Internal Medicine – Residency
• Akdeniz University Hospital – Nephrology – Subspecialty Training
• San Bortolo Hospital, Vicenza, Italy – Critical Care Nephrology and Transplantation – Fellowship
• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship

Professional Memberships

1. Turkish Society of Nephrology (TND)
2. European Society of Nephrology (ERA-EDTA)
3. Middle East Society of Organ Transplantation (MESOT)
4. International Society of Nephrology (ISN)

Dr Veysel Kidir is a leading specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on chronic kidney disease and advanced dialysis management.

• Specialises in peritoneal dialysis and managing central venous catheter infections
• Presented research on metabolic acidosis at European Renal Association congresses
• Uses Cystatin C ratio for more accurate kidney function detection in diabetic patients
• Expert in treating complex dialysis complications and biocompatible solution effects

Professor Akgun is a specialist in paediatric nephrology with international experience at the University of Toronto SickKids Hospital. He currenty treats young patients with complex kidney conditions at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Trained in paediatric nephrology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• International experience at one of the world's leading children's hospitals
• Former faculty member at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes managing kidney issues in infants and children

Dr Özcan Uzun is a nephrology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with dual-specialisation training from Dokuz Eylül University. He focus on complex kidney care including diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis.

• Manages complex renal conditions like vasculitis and Fabry disease
• Performs hemodialysis and provides specialised hypertension treatment
• Completed advanced internal medicine and nephrology training in the United States
• Member of the Turkish Nephrology Association and Izmir Medical Chamber

Professor Emiroglu is a senior surgical specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital with a focus on endocrine and abdominal procedures. He brings over two decades of clinical leadership from major training and research centres in Turkey.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Expertise in managing surgical conditions of the digestive tract and abdomen
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Society of Surgery and the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Completed surgical training at Europe Senology Academia in Germany

Dr Bahtishen Guven led the kidney transplantation team at the Bahcesehir University Medicalpark Goztepe Hospital Complex for over a decade.

• Specialises in nephrology and complex organ transplantation
• Completed renal specialisation at Istanbul Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as a lecturer at Bahçeşehir University for healthcare professionals
• Managed inpatient care as Chief Assistant at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Focuses on kidney health and long-term transplant success

Dr Ozden Gul is a General Surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on endocrine and laparoscopic surgery. She manages conditions involving the adrenal glands through minimally invasive techniques.

• Treats adrenal gland disorders using precise surgical interventions
• Uses laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery and reduced scarring
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Practised at leading Turkish institutions like Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Fluent in English for clear communication with international patients