Surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 12

Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon based at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He completed his medical training and surgical specialisation at Selçuk University.

• Trained at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in surgical treatments for eye conditions
• Served at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Managed clinical cases at Edirne Regional Hospital
• Focuses on ophthalmology within the surgical department

Dr Irfan Karalar is the former Chief Physician of General Surgery at Balkan Hospital and currently treats patients at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in complex abdominal wall repairs and hernia procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkeys most prestigious medical schools
• Manages both adult and paediatric cases including congenital conditions like anal atresia
• Active member of the Turkish Surgical Association, staying current with surgical protocols

Dr Hakan Ozalp is a dedicated neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He completed his specialised surgical training at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

• Focuses on neurosurgery and brain-related surgical interventions
• Gained international experience at the University of Insubria in Italy
• Served as a Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Managed complex surgical cases at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Held senior clinical roles at Diyarbakir Training and Research Hospital

Dr Murat Kilic is a paediatric surgery specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a strong focus on complex abdominal and soft tissue procedures.

• Treats childhood appendicitis, hernias, and intestinal conditions
• Expertise in infantile hemangioma – a type of birthmark – using propranolol therapy
• Published research on diagnostic accuracy for childhood appendicitis and urinary tract treatments
• Uses Hyacyst to manage recurrent urinary tract infections in children
• Trained at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University and Erciyes University

Associate Professor Mehmet Ali Gok is a leading general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, specializing in advanced laparoscopic techniques. He is internationally recognised for his expertise in minimally invasive hernia and abdominal repairs.

• Certified by the European Hernia Society for advanced laparoscopic surgery
• Completed robotic colorectal surgery training at Stony Brook University in New York
• Serves as an editor for several medical textbooks on minimally invasive and oncological surgery
• Published over 20 research articles on gastrointestinal and hernia surgery outcomes

Dr M Altan Kaya specialises in minimally invasive surgery at Risus Clinic Istanbul. He completed high-level fellowships in innovative surgical methods in both Germany and France.

• Focuses on keyhole techniques for obesity, breast cancer, and colorectal tumour surgery
• Trained at the Ethicon Surgical Centre in Hamburg for advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Member of the European Society of Oncological Surgeons (ESSO)
• Practises at the ITES Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery in Strasbourg

Professor Ozan Beytemur is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, specialising in the surgical management of bone and soft tissue tumours.

• Provides expert care for complex fractures, bone infections, and malignant musculoskeletal tumours
• Highly trained in advanced intramedullary nailing and paediatric trauma surgery
• Serves as a member of the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Division within the Turkish Orthopaedic Association
• Authored definitive textbook chapters on bone and joint infections for Springer

Professor Karaca is a senior surgical specialist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He previously served as Deputy Head of the cancer programme for the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Specialises in liver, kidney, and bile duct surgery
• Successfully completed a fellowship in kidney and liver transplantation
• Awarded the JCAM Best Article Prize for his laparoscopic gallbladder technique
• Expert in laparoscopic cholecystectomy – keyhole surgery to remove the gallbladder
• Lecturer and Professor at Başkent University School of Medicine

Professor Ali Ilker Filiz is a highly credentialed surgical oncologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He has been awarded for his research into colorectal cancer staging and bowel health.

• Specialises in breast and endocrine surgery with fellowship training from Norway
• Performs surgical oncology procedures to treat various cancer types
• Focuses on trauma, emergency surgery, and endocrine disorders
• Member of the European Society of Surgical Oncology
• Recognised with multiple awards for his work on colon and rectum diseases

Associate Professor Sormaz is a specialist surgeon at Biruni University Hospital. He completed a prestigious fellowship in Germany under industry leader Professor Henning Dralle.

• Focuses on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland surgery
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Faculty member at Istanbul University's Endocrine Surgery Service
• Trained at Universitätsklinikum Halle, Germany's top endocrine surgery centre
• Expert in managing both benign and malignant gland diseases

Dr. Mehmet Alper Ozturk is a general surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic and weight loss surgery. He treats obesity and Type 2 diabetes with precise surgical techniques. Dr. Ozturk earned his medical degree and residency at Istanbul University.

• Performs gastric sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass procedures.
• Expert in complex surgeries like SADI-S and transit bipartition.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Turkey.
• Treats metabolic conditions including surgical management of diabetes.

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – a specialised field involving the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder – at Biruni University Hospital.

• Maintains a focus on complex organ transplantation and abdominal procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Formerly served in the organ transplant units of multiple university hospitals
• Expertise includes managing tumours and cysts within the hepatobiliary system

Associate Professor Selman Emiroglu is a senior surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who specializes in oncoplastic surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.

• Performs nipple-sparing and breast-conserving surgery to preserve natural appearance during cancer treatment
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of the most prestigious medical schools in Turkey
• Specializes in oncological surgery for complex tumoral removals
• Experienced in laparoscopic hernia repairs and kidney removals

Professor Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focused his expertise at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery for thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland cancers
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery to perform minimally invasive procedures
• Fellow of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario research centre in Canada
• Focuses on surgical oncology and gland-related metabolic disorders

Dr Nimet Ozcan specialises in dermato-oncology at Ümran Medical Centre. She focuses on the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers and suspicious lesions.

• Performs surgical excision to remove skin cancers and high-risk growths
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Manages medical dermatology cases including psoriasis, eczema, and severe acne
• Offers laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Treats paediatric skin conditions in children and adolescents

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre with a focus on dermato-oncology and surgical removal of skin tumours.

• Performs surgical interventions for both benign and malignant skin tumours
• Specialises in laser-based therapies for treating vascular lesions and scars
• Addresses chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and keloids
• Integrates medical dermatology with cosmetic techniques like mesotherapy and chemical peels