Doctors in Turkey — Page 48

Dr. Ultvi Hasanov is a plastic surgeon at Elixirmed Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 200 surgeries, including rhinoplasty, facial procedures, and breast surgery. Dr. Hasanov earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He also holds a Master of Surgery (MS) degree.

• Specializes in complex facial reconstruction and maxillofacial surgery.
• Served as a surgery specialist at the Ege Army Command Military Hospital.
• Former President of the World Implant Orthodontic Congress.
• Treats patients at Elixirmed Clinic, a member of the European Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Specializations

Nose Aesthetics Aesthetics

Facial Applications in Surgery

Breast Aesthetics

Body Shaping Aesthetics

liposuction

Botox-Filling-Mesotherapy Procedures

Dr. Musa Boztepe is a neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats complex conditions including brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. Dr. Boztepe completed medical training at Selçuk University and Istanbul Göztepe Training Hospital.

• Performs specialized procedures like discectomy, laminectomy, and craniotomy.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Completed specialized training courses in cerebrovascular and spinal surgery.
• Works at a facility that treated 280,000 patients last year.

Dr. Suber Dikici is an associate professor of neurology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She received the Publication Success Incentive Award for her neurology research achievements. Dr. Dikici specializes in treating complex neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. She has completed specialized training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) applications in Dubai.

• Certified in sleep medicine and the diagnosis of sleep disorders.
• Treats neurological conditions including epilepsy, headaches, and peripheral paralysis.
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Neurology Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a dedicated stroke center.

Dr. Ali Dogan is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He has performed more than 1,000 aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. He is known for precision, patient safety, and consistent results.

Expertise: face—facelift, neck lift, blepharoplasty, brow lift, rhinoplasty, facial fat grafting and contouring; body—abdominoplasty, liposuction, mommy makeover, body lift, arm and thigh lift, post‑weight‑loss contouring; breast—augmentation, lift, reduction, implant revision, and reconstruction.

He follows international surgical standards and evidence‑based protocols. He keeps his knowledge current through national and international scientific meetings. He maintains high patient satisfaction among both local and international patients.

Dr. Cemil Bilir is a professor of medical oncology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in immunotherapy and chemotherapy for lung, breast, and prostate cancers. A former research fellow at Northeastern University in Boston, he focused on pharmaceutical biotechnology and nanomedicine. Dr. Bilir works at a JCI-accredited facility where academic physicians provide around-the-clock care.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO.
• Completed a specialized clinical rotation at the Cleveland Clinic in the U.S.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including stage 4 lung cancer and sarcoma.
• Current Ph.D. student in inorganic chemistry at Sakarya University.

Dr. Akif Saygin is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery and refractive treatments. Dr. Saygin is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University and completed his specialization in Istanbul.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implantation.
• Treats complex eye conditions including keratoconus, glaucoma, and uveitis.
• Specializes in retinal detachment surgery and corneal transplants.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Dr. Sedef Tavukcu Özkan is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik. She focuses on combining anesthesia expertise with stem cell therapies. Dr. Özkan treats conditions like male infertility and erectile dysfunction using regenerative techniques. She balances her clinical practice with PhD research in health management at Istinye University.

• Performs mesenchymal stem cell therapy and treatments using the patient's own cells.
• Maintains active memberships in the Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Association.
• Has served as a general intensive care responsible physician at major Turkish medical groups.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring 63 specialized intensive care beds.

Dr. Yuksel Isik is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital. He specializes in high-risk pregnancy management and laparoscopic surgery. He formerly served as an Assistant Professor at Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Isik treats infertility and manages gynecologic oncology cases.

• Performs laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy and ovary removal surgery.
• Expertise in vaginal aesthetics and surgical treatment for urinary incontinence.
• Manages complex deliveries, including risky C-sections and vaginal births.
• Works at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, a KalDer-member facility serving 250,000 patients annually.

Dr. Levent Akcay has performed over 55,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. He specializes in laser procedures and complex cataract surgeries. Dr. Akcay treats conditions like keratoconus and handles IOL implantations. He works at a facility authorized by the government for international health tourism.

• Published over 200 scientific articles and research papers in ophthalmology.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants.
• Holds membership in the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Tufan Cansever is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. Dr. Cansever won the Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award for his contributions. He focuses on minimally invasive spine surgery and interventional pain management.

• Performs brain and spinal tumor removals and minimally invasive fusion surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, spine cysts, and spinal cord abscesses.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Spine Society.

Dr. Asker Bulut is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Atakoy in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 surgical cases in ophthalmology. Dr. Bulut holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University. He treats complex eye conditions, including cataracts and oculoplastic concerns.

• Specializes in cataract surgery with multifocal lens and IOL implantation.
• Performs oculoplastic surgery and prosthetic eye procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and its Young Ophthalmologists Unit.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yunus Nazli is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital. He treats complex heart and vascular conditions. Dr. Nazli performs both on-pump and off-pump coronary bypass surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Trakya University and specialized at Celal Bayar University.

• Performs aortic surgeries, including endovascular procedures like EVAR and TEVAR.
• Treats carotid artery disease and performs peripheral bypasses for arms and legs.
• Expert in heart valve replacement and repair techniques.
• Provides varicose vein treatments using laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and surgery.

Dr. Bahri Gok is a urologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is an investigator in a 2024 international trial for urothelial carcinoma treatment. Dr. Gok is a certified da Vinci console surgeon. He focuses on robotic urology and uro-oncology.

• Served as a training supervisor for urology at Ankara City Hospital.
• Winner of multiple best poster awards from the European Association of Urology.
• Supervised doctoral research on robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy.
• Member of the Société Internationale d’Urologie and the Eurasian Uro-oncology Association.

Dr. Mehmet Recep Tepebasi is a general surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric procedures and gastroenterology, specifically treating obesity and digestive disorders. He performs the gastric balloon procedure as a minimally invasive weight loss solution. Dr. Tepebasi manages conditions including pancreatitis, gastritis, and ulcerative colitis.

• Practices at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, a member of the Turkish Society for Quality.
• Treats patients at a facility serving 250,000 people annually across 32 departments.
• Provides medically supervised weight loss programs including nutritional coaching.
• Offers surgical care at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Certificate.

Dr. Onur Üstün, Kulak Burun Boğaz (KBB) uzmanıdır. Haseki Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi'nde görev yapmaktadır.

Eğitim ve uzmanlık: İstanbul Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi (2014). KBB ihtisası: Okmeydanı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (2019). Lise: İstanbul Erkek Lisesi (2008).