Best Autoimmune thyroiditis Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Associate Professor Nuri Alper Sahbaz is one of only five surgeons in Turkey to hold the European Board Certificate across all endocrine surgery fields. He has performed more than 2,000 successful operations at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in thyroid and parathyroid surgery using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Holds a US medical license (ECFMG) following surgical studies at Baylor College of Medicine
• Awarded a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from the University of Strasbourg
• Treats complex autoimmune thyroid cases requiring high-level surgical expertise
• Expert in endocrine oncology and management of neuroendocrine tumours

Professor Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci is a highly decorated endocrinologist who has received multiple national awards for his scientific work in metabolic disorders and thyroid care.

• Specialises in thyroid diseases and hormone disorders at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Authored 40+ international scientific articles on endocrine health and metabolic functions
• Completed advanced fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases at Selcuk University
• Served as a coordinator for major scientific research projects and national medical trials
• Recognised for clinical excellence with multiple first-place awards in medical publication contests

Dr Anyarat Vichayawannakul is a highly regarded endocrinology specialist at Intrarat Hospital who graduated with second-class honours from Chulalongkorn University.

• Holds a specialist diploma in endocrinology and metabolism from Rajavithi Hospital
• Manages complex hormonal imbalances caused by autoimmune thyroid conditions
• Fellow of the Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University
• Focuses on internal medicine to oversee systemic impacts of metabolic disorders

Professor Bulent Hacimeoglu is a specialist in paediatric endocrinology who currently serves as the Head of Department of Child Health and Diseases.

• Specialises in managing thyroid dysfunction and hormone imbalances in children and adolescents
• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE)
• Awarded first prize at the National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress for genetic research
• Former educator and clinical lead at major gynae and paediatric training hospitals

Associate Professor Esra Demir is a senior internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with extensive global training in managing metabolic and autoimmune conditions.

• Held specialist roles at major Turkish training hospitals and the Turkish Hospital in Qatar
• Served as a researcher for international clinical trials involving semaglutide and liraglutide
• Published multiple research papers on internal medicine and metabolic health
• Achieved academic rank as Associate Professor for her contributions to clinical medicine
• Specialises in managing systemic autoimmune disorders within the internal medicine department

Dr Hakan Duger is a dual-specialised expert in endocrinology and internal medicine at Medical Park Antalya. He manages complex hormone disorders with a focus on thyroid function and metabolic health.

• Specialises in endocrinology and metabolic diseases for precise hormone management
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Formerly a specialist at major state training and research hospitals
• Treats thyroid disorders, diabetes, and metabolic imbalances using evidence-based protocols
• Member of the Clinical Endocrinology and Diabetes Association

Professor Saklamaz is a senior endocrinology specialist at Medicalpoint Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex autoimmune thyroid disorders.

• Double-specialised in internal medicine and endocrine diseases at Dokuz Eylül University
• Focuses on thyroid disease management and pituitary disorders
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Treats patients from age 15 through to adulthood
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Mehmet Fatih Kilicli leads the endocrinology department at Medipol Acibadem Hospital, specialising in complex hormonal and metabolic disorders.

• Treats autoimmune thyroiditis with focus on long-term hormone stability
• Expert in managing metabolic complications related to thyroid dysfunction
• Former Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Hospital – a major medical research centre
• Appointed to senior roles across academic and clinical internal medicine departments