Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 17

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Dr. Orhan Shencan is a clinical oncologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He attained an associate professorship in medical oncology in 2009. Dr. Shencan treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul. He completed his medical oncology training at Ankara University.

• Served as a medical oncology specialist at the Bahrain Oncology Center.
• Held a former associate professor role at Fatih University Faculty of Medicine.
• Practiced at several major Turkish institutions, including Acıbadem Maslak Hospital.
• Works at a clinic that treats over 10,000 patients every year.

Dr. Oguzhan Babacan is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation for children with leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Babacan has performed allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants for 13 years. He treats rare blood disorders and solid tumors in pediatric patients.

• Performs complex bone marrow transplants for leukemia and lymphoma cases.
• Treats childhood blood disorders like thalassemia, hemophilia, and aplastic anemia.
• Expertise in pediatric oncology, including neuroblastoma and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He holds extensive leadership experience in Turkish neurosurgery. Dr. Kaynar previously directed the Istanbul University Institute of Neurological Sciences. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University.
• Served as a Board Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Former Head of the Neurovascular Group of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Served on the qualification board for the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Mehmet Halis Cerci is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He gained significant experience during his specialized training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Cerci served as a medical officer for the Turkish Naval Forces Command before entering private practice. He treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and traumatic injuries.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Completed residency training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Served as a medical officer in the Turkish Naval Forces.
• Expertise in general orthopedics and traumatology.

Dr. Turker Sahiner is a neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is the founding president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch. Dr. Sahiner specializes in treating Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy. He works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

• Member of the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment.
• Holds membership in the Society for Neuroscience.
• Completed neurology specialization training at Ondokuz Mayis University.
• Member of the Turkish Brain Research and Neuroscience Association.

Dr. Gursel Remzi Soybir is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Etiler Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in breast and thyroid surgery. Dr. Soybir previously served as the Head of the General Surgery Department at Namuk Kemal University. He treats patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

• Former Assistant Director of the Surgery Clinic at Haseki Hospital.
• He served as Head Assistant at the Taksim Hospital Surgery Clinic.
• Member of the National Surgery Society and the Izmir Breast Disease Association.
• Is a member of the Turkey Endoscopic–Laparoscopic Surgery Association.

Dr. Mehmet Sagir is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He previously served as Chief Clinical Physician at Taksim Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Sagir trained in microsurgery at the University Hospital Zurich in Switzerland. He has published 12 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.

• Specializes in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgical procedures.
• Completed a specialized residency at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital.
• Holds a certificate for animal experiments from Istanbul University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its eco-friendly medical design.

2003 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ANKARA HOSPITAL

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

2003 - 2003, Erzincan/Erzincan/Türkiye

B. ERZINCAN STATE HOSPITAL

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

1994 - 1995, Samsun/Samsun/Türkiye

SAMSUN HAVZA SEYHLER HEALTH CENTER

General Practitioner

Dr. Serkan Kitis is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and spinal conditions like herniated disks. Dr. Kitis has published over 25 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital known for its success in complex surgical cases.

• Expertise includes arteriovenous malformations, pituitary adenomas, and Moyamoya disease.
• Completed specialized microsurgical anatomy training at the Prof. Rhoton Lab.
• Authored 12 chapters in national and international medical textbooks.
• Presented over 60 scientific papers at national and international medical meetings.

Dr. Seniz Ustundag is a certified orthodontics specialist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She earned her doctorate from Marmara University with a focus on temporomandibular disorders. Dr. Ustundag treats complex dental alignment issues in children, teens, and adults.

• Performs orthodontic preparation for patients undergoing orthognathic surgery.
• Uses clear aligner systems including Invisalign First, Teen, and MA.
• Specially trained in lingual therapy and Roth techniques.
• Treats congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate.

Dr. Sertac Demirel is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He focused on surgical care and oncology for over three decades. Dr. Demirel treats patients at a premier multidisciplinary medical center in Turkey.

• Serves as a General Surgery Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Former Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital.
• Expertise covers complex surgical interventions and oncological cases.
• Works at a facility with a 90% success rate in organ transplantation.

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in orthopedics and traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA. Dr. Mahirogullari specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal injuries and joint conditions like arthrosis.

• Earned the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Best Verbal Declaration Award.
• Winner of multiple professional honors, including the Derviş Manizade and Altındağ Branch prizes.
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.