Pulmonology Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Professor Sinem Iliaz is a multi-award-winning respiratory specialist at Biruni University Hospital. She earned third prize at the ERS Respiratory Championship in London for her expertise in thoracic medicine.

• Specialises in managing complex asthma, COPD, and lung cancer cases
• Uses diagnostic and interventional methods for lung disease detection
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and the Asthma and Allergy Association
• Awarded best oral presentation by the Turkish Thoracic Society for diagnostic research
• Served as a professor at both Arel and Biruni University medical faculties

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Umran Medical Centre with a strong focus on chronic respiratory management.

• Specialises in treating asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Develops personalised health plans to manage long-term respiratory conditions
• Uses evidence-based protocols to coordinate care for chronic pulmonary patients
• Provides thorough health screenings and risk assessments for adult lung health

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre with over two decades of clinical experience in eye care.

• Specialises in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implants
• Performs refractive laser surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to protect retinal health
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal conditions including keratoconus and performs corneal transplants

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures. She focuses on surgical interventions that promote faster recovery times and better patient comfort.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for reduced scarring
• Treats endocrine disorders involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Manages both benign and malignant breast conditions
• Performed residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute surgical needs

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a clinical dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who supports pulmonology patients through evidence-based nutritional therapy.

• Manages metabolic conditions and clinical nutrition needs
• Designs tailored meal plans for disease management
• Focuses on preventive nutrition for long-term respiratory health
• Develops lifestyle programmes to assist with weight-related breathing issues

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya provides expert care for complex skin conditions at Umran Medical Centre. He treats both medical and cosmetic dermatological needs with diagnostic precision.

• Manages chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology procedures to remove benign and malignant skin tumours
• Specialises in light-based therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Offers geriatric dermatology focusing on long-term skin health in elderly patients

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical background from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and skin infections
• Practises dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders

Professor Dilaver Tas is the Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He previously served as Chief Physician at a major military hospital and leads in pulmonary intervention.

• Specialises in advanced bronchoscopy including Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) for minimally invasive lung imaging
• Expert in managing asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung diseases
• Performs endoscopic ultrasound to diagnose mediastinal diseases without open surgery
• Recognised with national awards for his research into complex respiratory conditions
• Active member of several international thoracic and respiratory societies

Professor Mustafa Yaman is a highly respected pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital who previously served as Medical Director at several major Turkish medical centres.

• Trained in allergy and respiratory care at Rothschild Hospital in Paris
• Specialises in bronchoscopy – a camera-guided procedure to view lung airways
• Manages lung nodules, cancer diagnosis, and chronic cough
• Former Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expertise in interstitial lung diseases and respiratory failure management

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specialises in diagnostic radiology for chest diseases at Umran Medical Centre. He provides the imaging accuracy needed for precise pulmonology diagnoses.

• Performs conventional radiology to evaluate musculoskeletal and chest conditions
• Uses CT and MRI imaging for detailed cardiovascular and oncological assessments
• Focuses on precise diagnostic evaluations to support lung treatment planning
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate staging for cancer patients

Dr Melahat Bekir Kulah is an award-winning pulmonologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. She focuses on complex respiratory health and chronic lung conditions.

• Specialises in managing bronchiectasis, asthma, and COPD
• Identifies high-risk COPD patients using diaphragmatic thickness fraaction ultrasonography
• Researches the link between vitamin D levels and lung function
• Received a Turkish Thoracic Society award for her bronchiectasis research
• Trained in chest diseases at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine