Doctors in Turkey — Page 16

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Senol Erguney is a senior urologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopic stone treatments and transurethral prostate surgeries. Dr. Erguney previously served as the Kocaeli Provincial Health Director. He also leads treatments for male infertility and sexual dysfunction.

• Performs endoscopic prostate and bladder surgery using the TUR method.
• Treats kidney stones through endoscopic crushing techniques.
• Expert in male infertility treatments, including microsurgical varicocele repair.
• Treats pediatric urological conditions such as nocturnal incontinence and undescended testicles.

Dr. Aysegul Acar is a chest diseases specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on complex respiratory conditions, including lung cancer and occupational lung diseases. Dr. Acar performs bronchoscopy and manages intensive care for pulmonary patients. She works at a clinic that treats 280,000 patients every year.

• Treats chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pulmonary tuberculosis.
• Expertise in managing sleep disorders and pneumonia.
• Clinical experience in treating post-Covid-19 respiratory complications.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Murat Zeytunlu is a professor and transplant surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He focuses on hepatobiliary (HPB) surgery, liver transplantation, and oncological surgery. Dr. Zeytunlu holds a professorship at Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions affecting the liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
• Maintains membership in the Liver Research Association and the HPB Surgery Association.
• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Liver Transplantation Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a robotic surgery center.

Dr. Ali Sirali is an implantology and periodontology specialist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic. He served as a former faculty member at Bezmialem Vakif University. Dr. Sirali graduated from Istanbul University in 2006. He focuses on surgical dentistry and complex gum treatments.

• Performs dental implant placement, sinus lifting, and bone graft applications.
• Treats periodontitis using advanced techniques like flap operations and tissue grafts.
• Provides surgical tooth extractions and gingivectomy procedures.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI, ISO, and TEMOS international quality accreditations.

Dr. Ergin Er is a plastic surgeon at Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. He has performed over 10,000 aesthetic procedures throughout his career. Dr. Er is a multiple 1st prize winner from the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons. He specializes in various facial and body procedures using the latest clinical methods.

• Expert in rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and Vaser liposuction.
• Completed fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
• Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS).
• Holds membership in the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Dr. Gürhan Özcan is a plastic surgeon at Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. He specializes in tummy tucks, revision rhinoplasty, and breast surgery. He is the founding chairman of the Başkent University Plastic Surgery Department. Dr. Özcan twice received awards from the American Society for Plastic Surgery.

• Holds EBOPRAS certification, a European standard for plastic surgery quality.
• Completed a three-year fellowship at Baylor Medical School in Houston, USA.
• Member of the European Association of Plastic Surgeons (ESPRAS).
• Treats patients at a clinic serving 4,000+ people for plastic procedures annually.

Dr. Huseyin Sinan is a board-certified general surgeon at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in metabolic and morbid obesity surgery. He completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Sinan has held leadership roles in both military and civilian health sectors.

• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
• Performs specialized transit bipartition and ileal interposition procedures.
• Treats morbid obesity, metabolic disorders, and type 2 diabetes.
• Former Chief Physician of Van Military Hospital and SAM Samsun Military Hospital.

Dr. Serkan Keskin is a medical oncologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He ranked first in Turkey in the 2012 Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam. Dr. Keskin treats over 25 types of cancer, including breast, lung, and stomach cancers. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for excellence in oncology.

• Secured second place in Turkey in the 2009 Minor Specialty Certificate Examination.
• Maintains membership in both the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO.
• Uses chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy to treat complex tumors.
• Winner of the Best Poster Award at the 19th National Cancer Congress.

Dr. Abdullah Ozkaya is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and laser eye procedures. Dr. Ozkaya has published over 80 articles in international journals. His surgical research has earned more than 500 citations from other medical experts. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high surgical success rates.

• Member of the European Vitreoretinal Society and Turkish Ophthalmology Society.
• Teaches as a faculty member at Aydin University in Istanbul.
• Performs LASIK and macular degeneration surgery alongside complex vitreoretinal repairs.
• Expert in diagnostic tests including slit lamp exams and vision field studies.