Kidney biopsy Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Ayşe İrem Yasin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate. Dr. Yasin specializes in solid tumors, including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She treats complex cases such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cancers of unknown primary.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, and Basel University Hospital.
• Completed a clinical observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy.
• Treats brain and CNS malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and urologic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Mehmet Tekin Akpolat is a nephrologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in chronic kidney disease and hypertension management. Dr. Akpolat completed a fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He has authored over 15 books for patients and medical professionals.

• Serves as a Professor of Medicine at İstinye University.
• Treats complex conditions including nephritis, renal failure, and hypertension.
• Expert in renal transplantation, dialysis, and chronic patient management.
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds JCI and ISO 9001 certifications.

EDUCATION:

2000 - SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, .

1996 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

EXPERIENCE:

2019 - Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital

2017 - 2019 - Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital

2005 - 2017 - Private Avicenna Umut Hospital

2003 - 2005 - SSK Yalova Regional Hospital

2002 - 2003 - Kayseri Military Hospital

Dr. Onder Yavascan is a pediatric nephrologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in child health and complex kidney disorders. He previously held clinical roles at Ege University Faculty of Medicine and several training hospitals. Dr. Yavascan focuses on providing specialized care for children with renal conditions.

• Performs kidney biopsies and standard pediatric vaccinations.
• Completed specialized training in child health and pediatric nephrology.
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Treats patients at a clinic recognized by Bookimed for pediatric oncology excellence.

Dr. Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a clinical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She maintains professional ties with the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA. She specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Topcu is a member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Completed a fellowship at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Clinic in Canada.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including liver, pancreatic, and gynecological cancers.
• Held clinical roles at major institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Senem Karabulut is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a professor and holds a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Karabulut is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board. She previously trained as an observer at University Hospital in New Jersey, USA.

• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and breast cancers.
• Treats hepatobiliary system tumors, lung cancer, and genitourinary malignancies.
• Qualified by the Turkish Medical Oncology Society Board Exam.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.

Dr. Mustafa Ondzhel is a professor of oncosurgery and proctology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He spent five years as a practicing surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA. Dr. Ondzhel specializes in treating bowel cancer and complex rectal disorders. He is a founder of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association.

• Holds a proctology qualification certificate from the European Commission on Coloproctology.
• Received the Most Successful Scientist of the Year award in the healthcare category.
• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Confirmed as an Official International Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons.

Dr. Orhan Tanriverdi is a urologist and surgical oncologist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in robot-assisted urologic surgery and uro-oncology. Dr. Tanriverdi treats prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers. He performs complex procedures including prostatectomy and nephrectomy. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Expertise in percutaneous kidney surgery and endourology.
• Authored over 50 national and international scientific publications.
• Member of the European Association of Urology and American Urological Association.
• Specialized in minimally invasive thyroid and laparoscopic surgery.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Ahmet Cag Cal is a urologist at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He holds the rank of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Cal completed several training programs in the United States. He worked as an observer at Memorial Sloan-Kettering and the Mayo Clinic. He also served as a research assistant at UCLA.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostatectomy procedures.
• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and transurethral resection of the prostate.
• Treats urological cancers, kidney cysts, and prostate hyperplasia.
• A former Vice Dean at the Izmir University of Economics.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in radiation oncology and thermoradiotherapy. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Engin treats complex cases like glioblastoma and stage 4 lung cancer.

• Performs advanced procedures including CyberKnife and targeted radiotherapy.
• Served as Director and Professor at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Department at Uludağ University.
• Awarded a research scholarship by the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).

Dr. Tolga Akman is a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital Bahcelievler in Istanbul. He specializes in uro-oncology and surgical treatments for complex urological conditions. Dr. Akman focuses on penis prosthesis surgery and treatments for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer. He treats both adults and children for conditions like kidney stones and hypospadias.

• Performs radical and partial nephrectomy for kidney cancer treatment.
• Specializes in laparoscopic urology and robotic-assisted surgical techniques.
• Expert in penis enlargement and surgical correction of Peyronie's disease.
• Works at Medicana Bahcelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Banu Erkalma is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in kidney transplantation and chronic renal failure management. Dr. Erkalma is a member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis and Transplant Association. She previously practiced at Acıbadem International Hospital and Istanbul Medeniyet University City Hospital.

• Treats complex conditions like glomerulonephritis, cystic kidney diseases, and hypertension.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsies and peritoneal dialysis.
• Expertise in managing genetic kidney diseases and acute renal failure.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

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. Alaattin Yildiz is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a two-time winner of the Turkish Society of Nephrology oral presentation prize. He focuses on kidney transplants, dialysis, and diabetic kidney disease.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School in Massachusetts.
• Studied podocyte biology as an ISN fellow at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsy and urethroscopic lithotripsy.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 70 specialized departments.