Best Hearing Loss Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Yavuz Selim Yildirim is a leading ENT specialist who has performed over 900 procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School and Johns Hopkins in otolaryngology and head surgery
• Focuses on cochlear implants – surgically implanted devices that provide a sense of sound
• Performs stapedectomy – a precise ear surgery used to treat hearing loss by replacing bone
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and European Board Certified in ENT

Dr Ibrahim Altoparlak provides surgical expertise at Dr. MED, having performed more than 900 successful procedures in ear, nose, and throat care.

• Specialises in ear reconstruction to address structural issues and improve hearing function
• Trained at the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and its dedicated ENT Training Centre
• Focuses on both restorative ear surgery and complex facial aesthetic procedures
• Recognised for managing diverse cases within otolaryngology through a private specialist practice

Associate Professor Selman Sarica has performed approximately 1,100 treatments, specialising in otology and complex ear surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Performs ossicle surgery to repair or replace tiny hearing bones in the middle ear
• Specialises in tympanoplasty to repair perforated eardrums and improve hearing levels
• Expert in mastoid surgery for chronic infections that can cause hearing loss
• Treats paediatric hearing issues, including specialised ear tube placement for children
• Manages balance impairments linked to inner ear and hearing disorders

Professor Serkan Orhan has performed over 5,500 procedures and holds prestigious international training from the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London.

• Performs cochlear implants to restore sound for patients with severe hearing loss
• Specialises in complex ear surgeries to address structural causes of deafness
• Completed residency at Radboud University's ENT department in the Netherlands
• Practises at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, a leading centre for surgical excellence
• Expertly manages both civilian and military medical cases involving hearing impairment

Prof. Dr. M. Emre Üstündağ is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze. He has been a professor at Kocaeli University since 2006. He completed his MD and ENT residency at Istanbul University between 1983 and 1995. He has worked at Istanbul and Kocaeli universities and at Acıbadem hospitals. He has also maintained a private practice since 2006.

Clinical focus: head and neck oncology and surgery; rhinology and rhinoplasty; laryngology; septoplasty; sleep apnea surgery.

He completed international training in Ireland (Ardkeen). In Germany, he trained in Tübingen; Freiburg (otology, 4 months); and Regensburg (rhinology, 4 months). In the USA, he trained at Stanford in laryngology and sleep apnea (4 months). He has 47 international articles and 788 citations (Google Scholar, Jan 2026). He is a member of the Turkish ORL-HNS, the Istanbul University ENT Association, and the German ORL-HNS.

Dr Yasin Kulaksiz is a specialist ear, nose, and throat surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, focusing on restoring hearing through surgical repair.

• Performs tympanoplasty to repair eardrum perforations and improve hearing clarity
• Treats cholesteatoma, a persistent ear growth that can cause significant hearing loss
• Specialised training in temporal bone dissection for precise inner ear surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
• Published researcher in international journals including The Journal of Laryngology and Otology

Dr Arzu Öz is a head and neck surgery specialist at CE International Hospital. She brings extensive hospital-based expertise to treating complex hearing conditions.

• Trained at Medient Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Center – a dedicated specialist facility
• Former consultant at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, a leading Turkish medical institution
• Specialises in surgical interventions for the ear, nose, and throat
• Focuses on restores hearing through targeted head and neck surgery

Dr Dogukan Aydenizoz is a senior ear, nose, and throat specialist at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on functional surgery for long-term relief.

• Trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital in advanced ENT surgery
• Member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Uses endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive method with no external cuts
• Specialises in breathing and structural ear, nose, and throat issues
• Member of the Antalya Medical Chamber

Professor Ziya Ilgin specialises in surgical solutions for persistent hearing issues at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He is highly regarded for his skill in delicate ear microsurgery to restore auditory function.

• Performs tympanoplasty to repair perforated eardrums and improve sound conduction
• Expert in ear tube insertion to clear fluid buildup and treat chronic infections
• Uses endoscopic techniques for sinus clearing to reduce pressure on the ear canal
• Trained at the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Dr Mustafa Ibas is a dedicated ear, nose, and throat specialist at Atlas University Hospital with a strong focus on surgical solutions for complex ear conditions.

• Specialises in middle ear surgery to treat structural issues and chronic infections
• Treats paediatric hearing loss and common childhood ear diseases
• Researches innovative treatments like platelet-rich plasma for middle ear recovery
• Published expert on managing otitis media with effusion and inner ear dehiscence
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery and maxillofacial trauma repairs

Prof. Dr. Özcan Öztürk is an otorhinolaryngology specialist with broad academic and clinical experience. He has many international scientific publications. He has performed a large number of surgeries. He is known for an individualized approach and strong expertise. His key strengths are voice disorders, nasal surgery, rhinoplasty, and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Focus areas include voice disorders and voice surgery, head and neck tumor surgery, and rhinoplasty (aesthetic and functional). He also performs endoscopic sinus surgery, facial surgery, tonsil and adenoid surgery, and surgery for snoring and sleep apnea.

Professor Celil Göçer completed advanced training at the House Ear Institute in Los Angeles, one of the world's premier centres for hearing research.

• Specialises in treating sensorineural and age-related hearing loss using modern surgical techniques
• Authored over 30 international scientific papers on cochlear implants and auditory disorders
• Professor at Lokman Hekim Health Group, where he trains other surgeons in ear procedures
• Performs stapedectomy to restore hearing by replacing small bones in the middle ear

Professor Celil Göçer is a senior specialist who completed residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital and pursued fellowships at the House Ear Institute in America.

• Focuses on cochlear implants to restore sound for those with severe deafness
• Experienced in stapedectomy – a delicate middle ear surgery to treat hearing loss
• Recognised for developing surgical training models for complex ear procedures
• Published over 30 international articles on geriatric tinnitus and hearing aid effects
• Active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery