Doctors in Turkey — Page 22

Dr. Yasemin Ongun is an ENT and Head & Neck Surgery specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on rhinoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, and pediatric procedures. Dr. Ongun completed specialized training in Otology-Neurotology and Audiology at Hacettepe University. She serves at a JCI-accredited medical center in Istanbul.

• Performs endoscopic endonasal dacryocystorhinostomy for tear duct obstructions.
• Treat pediatric conditions including tonsil, adenoid, and ear tube surgeries.
• Specializes in snoring and sleep apnea surgical treatments.
• Former deputy chief physician with years of experience in private healthcare.

Dr. Servet Alan is a specialist in infectious diseases and clinical microbiology at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He holds a Master’s degree in pediatric infectious diseases from Istanbul University. Dr. Alan also earned a Master’s in hospital and healthcare management. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for world-class safety standards.

• Member of the Klimik Association and the Turkish Society of Microbiology.
• Active member of the Association for Hospital Infections and Control.
• Served as a specialist at Haseki Training and Research Hospital for 15 years.
• Participates in numerous international microbiology congresses and seminars.

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery across major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Hanimoglu works within a surgical department known for robotic and genetics-based procedures. He practices at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation for safety.

• Serves as a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital.
• Holds a clinical role at Istanbul Biruni University.
• Practiced at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 90% organ transplant success rate.

The doctor is a highly experienced Neurology Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over 15 years in major medical institutions across Türkiye. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has provided expert neurological care at several prominent healthcare facilities, including Memorial Sisli Hospital and the Private Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.

The doctor's professional journey includes significant clinical service at Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital and Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital. With a consistent focus on neurology, the doctor has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, maintaining a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

Dr. Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Bayraktar earned her medical degree and residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She practiced at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Institute in the USA.

• Holds European Board of Coloproctology (EBSQ-C) specialist certification.
• Completed clinical training at Klinikum rechts der Isar in Germany.
• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgical methods.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and the European Surgical Society of Oncology.

Dr. Sertac Demirel is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He focused on surgical care and oncology for over three decades. Dr. Demirel treats patients at a premier multidisciplinary medical center in Turkey.

• Serves as a General Surgery Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Former Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital.
• Expertise covers complex surgical interventions and oncological cases.
• Works at a facility with a 90% success rate in organ transplantation.

The doctor is a highly experienced Nuclear Medicine Specialist with over two decades of clinical practice. Since 2003, the doctor has been providing specialized care at Memorial Ankara Hospital. Prior to this, the doctor served as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at B. Erzincan State Hospital in 2003.

The doctor's medical career began in 1994, serving as a General Practitioner at Samsun Havza Seyhler Health Center. With a comprehensive background spanning general medicine and specialized nuclear diagnostic services, the doctor brings extensive expertise to the field of medical imaging and therapeutic nuclear medicine.

Dr. Tumay Ipekci is a urology specialist and professor at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Ipekci serves on the editorial boards of Urology Research and Practice and the Mediterranean Medical Journal. He is a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited hospital known for organ transplantation and robotic surgery.

• Member of the European Association of Urology (EAU) since 2006.
• Presented 36 scientific papers at national and international medical congresses.
• Active member of the Endourology Society and the Turkish Urological Association.
• Former associate professor at Başkent University Department of Urology.

Dr. Serkan Kitis is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and spinal conditions like herniated disks. Dr. Kitis has published over 25 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital known for its success in complex surgical cases.

• Expertise includes arteriovenous malformations, pituitary adenomas, and Moyamoya disease.
• Completed specialized microsurgical anatomy training at the Prof. Rhoton Lab.
• Authored 12 chapters in national and international medical textbooks.
• Presented over 60 scientific papers at national and international medical meetings.

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in orthopedics and traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA. Dr. Mahirogullari specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal injuries and joint conditions like arthrosis.

• Earned the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Best Verbal Declaration Award.
• Winner of multiple professional honors, including the Derviş Manizade and Altındağ Branch prizes.
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

Dr. Zinar Serhanoglu practices obstetrics, gynecology, and urogynecology. He provides prenatal care and pregnancy follow-up. He manages high-risk conditions such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. He performs vaginal and cesarean deliveries.

He specializes in minimally invasive surgery. He uses laparoscopy and V-NOTES for hysterectomy and for treating uterine disorders, ovarian cysts, fibroids, and ectopic pregnancy.

He treats stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. He provides long-term management of PCOS and endometriosis. He offers tubal ligation via laparoscopy or V-NOTES. He performs hysteroscopic treatment of uterine polyps and septum. He also provides perimenopausal and menopausal care, including bioidentical hormone therapy.

The doctor is a highly experienced Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist with an extensive clinical background in major medical institutions. Currently practicing at Memorial Sisli Hospital, the doctor has previously served at Service Hospital and Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, accumulating years of expertise in diagnosing and treating complex ENT conditions.

In addition to domestic clinical experience, the doctor completed an observership at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in the United States, gaining international exposure to advanced ENT practices and surgical techniques. The doctor maintains a strong focus on clinical excellence and evidence-based patient care within the field of otolaryngology.

Dr. Seniz Ustundag is a certified orthodontics specialist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She earned her doctorate from Marmara University with a focus on temporomandibular disorders. Dr. Ustundag treats complex dental alignment issues in children, teens, and adults.

• Performs orthodontic preparation for patients undergoing orthognathic surgery.
• Uses clear aligner systems including Invisalign First, Teen, and MA.
• Specially trained in lingual therapy and Roth techniques.
• Treats congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate.

Dr. Fatima Bayramova is an endocrinologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She specialists in diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, and obesity. Dr. Bayramova completed residency training at both Hacettepe University and Istanbul University. She holds expertise in adrenal and pituitary disorders and osteoporosis management.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Researches correlations between bone marrow aspiration and biopsy results.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
• Fluent in medical services for both adults and children.

The doctor is an experienced Associate Professor of General Surgery with a distinguished career spanning over a decade in leading medical institutions. Currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the doctor has held significant academic and clinical positions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Science University, and Acibadem University Atakent Hospital.

With a strong background in general surgery, the doctor has progressed from a specialist role to an Associate Professor, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence and medical education. The doctor's career reflects extensive experience in high-volume hospital settings, focusing on surgical patient care and professional development within the field of general surgery.

Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is an endocrinologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He treats metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders. He holds a medical board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Yalcin also has a certification as a Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global standard for medical safety.

• Published 8 international and 10 national research papers.
• Completed a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Ankara Numune.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Completed specialized training in thyroid and neck ultrasonography.

Dr. Erdem Akbal is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He has authored over 100 international indexed publications. Dr. Akbal completed specific training in interventional endoscopy at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He holds academic rank as a professor.

• Completed training for endoscopic ultrasound at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA.
• Trained in POEM and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.