Doctors in Turkey — Page 111

Dr. Burak Eren is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is an Associate Professor specializing in endoscopic pituitary surgery and brain tumor resection. Dr. Eren treats complex vascular and spinal conditions including aneurysms and spinal cord tumors. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for cardiac and oncological care.

• Authored over 10 international peer-reviewed articles on spinal surgery and traumatic brain injury.
• Specializes in endoscopic techniques for pituitary tumors and skull base surgery.
• Co-authored textbook chapters on hypophysis lesions and sacral trauma management.
• Treats degenerative spinal diseases such as stenosis and lumbar disc herniation.

Dr. Feza Yarbug Karakayali is a colorectal and transplant surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. She won first prize for her video presentation at the Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Congress. Dr. Karakayali specializes in rectal tumor excision and complex abdominal surgeries. She completed an observership in the Department of Colorectal Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.

• Won the Young Researcher Award from the Turkish Society of Vascular Surgery.
• Treats obstructive defecation syndrome using laparoscopic ventral rectopexy.
• Performs minimally invasive transanal surgery and single-incision laparoscopic appendectomy.
• Works at a center with a 94.4% success rate for living donor kidney transplants.

Dr. Ayberk Akçay is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing at Euro İstanbul Medical Group. He holds European Board certification in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Akçay specializes in body contouring and facial rejuvenation. He works at a JCI-accredited clinic that treats 1,400 patients annually.

• Expertise includes rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).
• Member of national and international plastic surgery societies.
• Performs liposuction, tummy tucks, and facelifts.
• Practices at a facility holding ISO 9001 and TMA certifications.

Dr. Osman Karli is a pediatrician at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in newborn care and monitoring healthy development for children up to age 18. Dr. Karli provides expert guidance on infant nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy for new mothers. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high safety standards.

• Manages childhood diseases and delivers preventive medicine including essential vaccines.
• Authored a specialization thesis on the evaluation of children with acute pancreatitis.
• Presented scientific research on zinc deficiency and myoclonic epilepsy in pediatric patients.
• Focuses on neonatal follow-up care and nutrition throughout infancy and childhood.

Dr. Kader Keskinbora is an algology and anesthesiology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. She specializes in the treatment of chronic and neuropathic pain through varied interventional techniques. Dr. Keskinbora holds specific expertise in spinal cord stimulation for complex pain cases. She completed her medical training at Marmara University and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Specializes in pain management and anesthesiology at a JCI-accredited hospital.
• Treats patients with chronic and neuropathic pain disorders.
• Is a member of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP).
• Holds membership in the European Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Therapy.

Dr. Yeliz Komurcu is an internal medicine specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She focuses on general diagnostics, obesity management, and thyroid disorders. Dr. Komurcu has published research on focused radioguided parathyroidectomy in the Hellenic Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

• Member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Obesity Association.
• Researched preoperative plasmapheresis for hyperthyroidism during pregnancy.

Dr. Tuba Efe is a wellness and preventive medicine specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She focuses on functional medicine, healthy living, and tobacco addiction recovery. Dr. Efe conducts comprehensive health screenings, including premium and oncological check-ups for men and women. She works at a JCI-accredited facility known for high patient safety standards.

• Specializes in mesotherapy, phytotherapy, and immunization programs.
• Presented research on physician dietary habits at the National Family Medicine Congress.
• Treats chronic pain and manages personalized smoking cessation plans.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Family Physicians Specialists.

Dr. Selda Ucuncuoglu is a wellness and check-up specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. She focuses on preventive medicine, medical risk assessment, and healthy longevity. Dr. Ucuncuoglu treats obesity through specialized nutritional supplements and metabolic management. She works at Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds JCI accreditation for quality and safety.

• Member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).
• Performs basic, premium, and gender-specific oncological check-up screenings.
• Coordinates diagnostic laparoscopy and chronic pain management after surgery.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and Darüşşafaka Foundation.

Dr. Begum Aslan is an orthodontist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She focuses on clear aligner therapy and personalized smile design. Dr. Aslan earned her specialization from the Yeditepe University Orthodontics Department. She treats conditions like periodontitis and malocclusion at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Specializes in transparent plate treatments and teeth movement acceleration.
• Member of the Turkish Orthodontics Association and Turkish Dentists Association.
• Researched the effects of alveolar decortication on teeth movement.
• Practices at a hospital holding TÜV NORD CERT ISO 9001 certification.

Dr. Aydan Gurcan is a dentist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She specializes in prosthetic and aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Gurcan focuses on digital and laser-assisted dental techniques. She treats complex conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs dental prosthetics installation and aesthetic temporary prosthesis.
• Expertise in overimplant prosthesis and digital smile design.
• Member of the Computer Aided Dentistry Academy and Global Dentists Association.
• Alumna of the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry.

Dr. Mustafa Yilmaz is a dentist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry. He focuses on smile design, digital dentistry, and zirconium crowns. Dr. Yilmaz operates within a JCI-accredited hospital setting in Istanbul.

• Specializes in root canal treatments and inlay-onlay restorations.
• Treats teeth clenching issues using joint splints and night plates.
• Performs laser-assisted dentistry and masseter botox procedures.
• Provides movemently and implant-supported prostheses for patients.

Dr. Gul Burcu Buyukbayram is an orthodontic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She focuses on orthodontic treatments for adults and children using clear aligners. Dr. Buyukbayram earned her dentistry degree from Istanbul University. She completed her specialized orthodontic training at Gazi University.

• Specializes in clear aligner therapy and fixed orthodontic treatments.
• Treats impacted teeth and performs functional orthopedic corrections.
• Uses movable appliances to manage jawbone alignment and tooth positioning.
• Works at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Anar Mammadov is an urologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in robotic surgery and ureteroscopic stone removal. Dr. Mammadov completed a fellowship in robotic urology at the Cleveland Clinic. He treats conditions like bladder cancer, prostate disease, and urolithiasis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

• Performs robotic-assisted prostatectomy and nephrectomy using the Da Vinci system.
• Expert in laser prostate surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate.
• Authored research on reducing ischemia time during laparoscopic partial nephrectomy.
• Regular presenter at major international congresses including AUA and EAU.

Dr. Emre Merdan Fayda is a radiation oncologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a Professor of Medicine with a focus on MR Linac and 4D radiotherapy. Dr. Fayda completed specialized training in thoracic oncology and stereotactic radiotherapy in the USA. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

• Specializes in three-dimensional brachytherapy and IMRT for breast and lung cancers.
• Treats complex tumors of the central nervous system, head, neck, and skin.
• Maintains a consulting role for radiation oncology at international medical centers.
• Held academic and clinical leadership positions at Istanbul University Oncology Institution.

Dr. Hatice Balaban is a neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. She specializes in movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. Dr. Balaban uses botulinum toxin to treat dystonia, spasticity, and migraine headaches. She serves as an Associate Professor of Neurology at her institution.

• Expertise covers neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
• Treats complex conditions such as epilepsy, strokes, and balance disorders.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Center of Excellence.
• Completed her medical specialization training at Ankara University.

Dr. Suleyman Tevfik Ecder is a nephrologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a former scientific research fellow at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Ecder specializes in managing chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and fluid-electrolyte disorders. He has held high-ranking academic roles, including a professoriate of internal medicine.

• Completed a visiting scholarship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA.
• Received a research fellowship from the International Society of Nephrology.
• Performs specialized procedures including robotic-assisted nephrectomy and kidney biopsies.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

Dr. Arzu Yasemin Korkut is an ENT specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. She serves as a Professor and focuses on head and neck cancer surgery. Dr. Korkut completed clinical studies on endoscopic sinus surgery at the Graz Medical Faculty in Austria. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that partners with Boston Children's Hospital.

• Specializes in endoscopic sinus surgery and pediatric ENT diseases.
• Treats complex conditions like vocal cord paralysis and airway narrowing.
• Served as a Clinical Administrative Officer at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital.
• Performs diagnostic nasal endoscopy and brainstem evoked response audiometry.

Dr. Tolga Simru Tugrul is a professor of anesthesiology and intensive care at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in medical and surgical intensive care. Dr. Tugrul is a former Secretary General of the Turkish Society of Intensive Care. He leads research in sepsis treatment and acute respiratory distress syndrome management.

• Member of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM).
• Published more than 20 articles in internationally refereed journals.
• Authored chapters in the Year Book of Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center for robotic surgery and oncology.

Dr. Muhammet Ali Varkal is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in childhood obesity, allergic rhinitis, and growth delays. Dr. Varkal previously served as a lecturer at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He provides care at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high safety standards.

• Treats pediatric emergencies and chronic respiratory diseases like asthma.
• Expertise includes functional medicine and managing vitamin deficiencies.
• Author of dozens of scientific articles and book chapters on child health.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and Istanbul Medical Faculty Alumni Association.

Dr. Utku Zor is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He completed specialty training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center. Dr. Zor completed an echocardiography course at Harvard Medical School. He also holds a Level I Cardiac MRI certification.

• Specializes in advanced heart failure and preventive cardiology.
• Performs transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography.
• Treats patients with hypertension and chronic cardiac conditions.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Center of Excellence for cardiac surgery.