Rheumatology Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya provides specialist care for chronic autoimmune skin conditions at Ümran Medical Centre.

• Treats psoriasis and urticaria using targeted medical therapies
• Diagnoses complex skin manifestations of systemic inflammatory diseases
• Focuses on geriatric dermatology for elderly patients with chronic conditions
• Graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• Provides clinical expertise in managing long-term inflammatory skin disorders

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in paediatric health and diagnostic research. He focuses on identifying inflammatory conditions in children and young adults.

• Specialises in managing childhood diseases for patients aged 0 to 18
• Researched psoriatic arthritis diagnosis in paediatric cases
• Trained at Istanbul University’s prestigious Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in preventive medicine and nutrition-linked health issues

Professor Koca serves as a leading rheumatology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed his specialist residency and training at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Manages Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and complex autoimmune diseases
• Treats inflammatory conditions including Psoriatic Arthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis
• Specialises in Behcet's Disease and Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
• Treats crystal arthropathies such as gout and pseudogout
• Uses focused medication therapies for chronic inflammatory myositis

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist at Liv Hospital focusing on endocrine conditions that often overlap with complex rheumatic disorders.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic's Endocrine and Metabolism Institute
• Specialises in surgical treatment of the parathyroid and adrenal glands
• Held a clinical fellowship at Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden
• Member of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for minimally invasive recovery

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Center who focuses on the skin-related symptoms of autoimmune and systemic conditions.

• Manages psoriasis and associated skin inflammation
• Expertise in medical dermatology including eczema and chronic infections
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Provides biopsy and surgical excision for suspicious skin lesions
• Offers a patient-oriented approach to systemic skin health

Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides precision imaging at Ümran Medical Centre. He supports rheumatology patients through detailed diagnostic evaluations of the musculoskeletal system.

• Specialises in ultrasound imaging for soft tissue and vascular conditions
• Uses MRI and CT scans to detect inflammatory joint diseases
• Performs X-ray evaluations for musculoskeletal and chest disorders
• Offers interventional radiology for minimally invasive, image-guided procedures
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on the ocular complications of systemic autoimmune diseases.

• Manages diabetic retinopathy and retinal inflammation linked to chronic health conditions
• Performs phacoemulsification for cataracts – a common side effect of long-term steroid use
• Provides glaucoma management to prevent vision loss from increased ocular pressure
• Uses premium intraocular lens implantation to restore vision after surgical procedures

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ with extensive training from Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Performs laparoscopic procedures – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expertise includes gastrointestinal surgery for gallbladder and hernia repair
• Manages both benign and malignant breast disorders with surgical precision

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre. She uses an evidence-based approach to manage metabolic and inflammatory conditions through nutrition.

• Develops tailored meal plans for managing chronic metabolic disorders
• Focuses on clinical nutrition to help control inflammation and weight
• Designs growth-oriented nutrition programmes for paediatric and adolescent patients
• Provides preventive lifestyle counselling for long-term health and well-being

Dr Fulya Dortbas is a dual-specialist in internal medicine and rheumatology at Emsey Hospital. She holds specialist qualifications from the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats inflammatory joint conditions and autoimmune diseases
• Qualified in internal medicine and rheumatology subspecialties
• Practised at the Ankara Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital
• Expertise in managing systemic rheumatic disorders
• Consulted at several major Turkish state and training hospitals