Nephrology Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

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

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on the systemic management of chronic conditions affecting the kidneys.

• Manages hypertension and diabetes, common causes of chronic kidney issues
• Uses evidence-based protocols to coordinate care for adult internal diseases
• Focuses on preventive medicine and personalised health plans for long-term wellness
• Trained at the Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

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

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and acne
• Focuses on dermato-oncology for early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Provides paediatric dermatology services for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for treating vascular lesions and pigmentation issues

Professor Yildiz is a Harvard-trained nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital. He specialises in diabetic kidney disease and transplant medicine.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital – Harvard Medical School's top teaching hospital
• Selected as an International Society of Nephrology (ISN) fellow at Vanderbilt University
• Expert in managing glomerular diseases and podocyte biology to prevent kidney failure
• Full Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties

Dr Banu Erkalma is a board-certified nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital who specialises in kidney transplants and dialysis. She holds a prestigious subspecialty qualification from the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Manages chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, and cystic kidney conditions
• Expertise in both haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis for kidney failure
• Treats genetic kidney diseases and inflammatory conditions like glomerulonephritis
• Member of the European Renal Association and the Turkish Society of Nephrology

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a highly experienced specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, bringing expertise from Istanbul's leading medical circles.

• Treats chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology – evaluate and surgically treat skin tumours
• Specialises in geriatric dermatology for elderly skin health
• Uses laser therapies to treat vascular lesions and pigmentation
• Manages complex acne and urticaria with tailored medical plans

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor provides evidence-based nutrition support for patients at Ümran Medical Centre. She specialises in designing tailored dietary programmes for metabolic conditions and long-term health management.

• Manages clinical nutrition for diabetes and metabolic disorders
• Creates growth-oriented meal plans for children and adolescents
• Develops personalised programmes for weight loss and body composition
• Uses a patient-centred approach to support sustainable lifestyle changes

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who supports nephrology teams through high-precision diagnostic imaging.

• Performs abdominal ultrasound to identify kidney stones or structural issues
• Uses CT and MRI imaging for detailed cross-sectional views of the renal system
• Specialises in interventional radiology for minimally invasive, image-guided procedures
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate staging for oncological conditions

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist eye surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on restoring vision through microsurgery.

• Performs phacoemulsification to remove cataracts and replace them with premium internal lenses
• Uses laser techniques to treat vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to prevent permanent sight loss
• Provides medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma to reduce internal eye pressure
• Treats keratoconus and performs corneal transplants for complex eye surface issues

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on endocrine and abdominal surgical interventions. She performs laparoscopic procedures to help patients recover faster with less scarring.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Treats gallbladder diseases and gastrointestinal tract conditions
• Uses minimally invasive laparoscopy for improved patient comfort
• Manages both benign and malignant breast disorders