Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 23

Dr. Leyla Elmas is a dermatology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She was named the 2023 ASDS International Dermatology Specialist of the Year. Dr. Elmas graduated second in her medical class from Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa. She treats a variety of skin conditions and performs diagnostic dermatological procedures.

• Completed research and observerships at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and King’s College London.
• Received the 2024 AAD Strauss & Katz World Congress Scholarship.
• Published 10 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Holds a national patent for a medical innovation.

Dr. Yavuz Kamil Bardak is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He won the Troutman Award for his research on laser thermal keratoplasty. Dr. Bardak treats cataract and performs complex lens replacements. He completed a fellowship at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for oxidative stress research.
• Received the Best Paper Award at the 28th National Congress of EOD.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL and multifocal lens implants.
• Works at a TÜV NORD-certified clinic that treats 66,000 patients annually.

Dr. Baha Toygar has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He is the co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society. The clinic is certified by TÜV NORD and treats 66,000 patients every year. Dr. Toygar specializes in cataract, presbyopia, and laser eye treatments.

• Serves as an international certified instructor for phakic IOLs and intracorneal rings.
• Selected as a moderator for premium lens symposiums at the ESCRS.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and performs ReLEx SMILE and LASIK.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Firat Ozer is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in facial rejuvenation and complex breast surgery. Dr. Ozer previously served at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, a prestigious Turkish training institution. He works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir, which treats patients from 92 countries.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, and rhinoplasty.
• Expertise in breast augmentation, reduction, and lift procedures.
• Expert in septoplasty for correcting deviated septums and breathing issues.
• Practices at a hospital with 15,000+ successful IVF and transplant procedures.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Karacaoglu previously served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA. He specializes in endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis techniques.

• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 40 research papers and contributed to five international medical books.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which follows US clinical safety standards.

Dr. Ebru Ozturk Oksuz is a fertility specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She focuses on IVF, hormone disorders, and high-risk pregnancy follow-up. Dr. Oksuz completed training in assisted reproductive therapies at Memorial Hospital. She works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Holds certifications in assisted reproductive therapies and perinatal ultrasound.
• Specialize in ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Performs embryo cryopreservation and genetic testing for aneuploidy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics.

Dr. Engin Turkgeldi is an associate professor and fertility specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He specializes in IVF, reproductive medicine, and stem cell therapy for infertility. Dr. Turkgeldi earned a master’s degree in clinical trials from the University of London. He holds a Ministry of Health certification specifically in reproductive medicine.

• Performs IVF, embryo cryopreservation, and egg cryopreservation.
• Provides ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Uses stem cell therapy to treat male infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Leyla Ozer is a psychiatrist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She is a founding member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association. Dr. Ozer holds national and European certifications as a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist. She focuses on depression, mood disorders, and psychiatric genetics.

• Authored over 80 scientific publications and 25 book chapters on mental health.
• Maintains membership in the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
• Winner of the TPA Research Encouragement Award and the Mood Disorders Prize.
• Served as an editorial board member for 15 medical journals.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologist and obstetrician at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in gynecology, obstetrics, and urogynecology. Dr. Ceydeli treats complex conditions like ovarian and cervical cancers. His clinic is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, a top-ranked US medical institution.

• Member of the AAGL, Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures for endometriosis and ovary removal.
• Expert in surgical techniques for hysteroscopy and hysterectomy.
• Serves at Anadolu Medical Center, a Top 10 medical tourism hospital.

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

Dr. Haluk Duman is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors. Dr. Duman completed a high-level fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex hand and maxillofacial conditions.

• Published over 60 scientific papers on micro-surgery and aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Expert in breast reconstruction, melanoma surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.

2021 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

INTERNAL DISEASES AND GASTROENTROLOGY SPECIALIST

2014 - 2021, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE INTERNAL DISEASES DEPARTMENT/GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT LECTURER

2012 - 2014, Gaziantep/Türkiye

GAZİANTEP ŞEHİT KAMİL STATE HOSPITAL GASTROENTEROLOGY DEPARTMENT (COMPULSORY SERVICE)

Dr. Hatice Hale Tuzun is a neurologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on diagnosing and treating various neurological disorders. Dr. Tuzun previously served as a specialist at the prestigious American Hospital in Turkey. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high patient safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a medical center with ISO quality certification.
• Served as a neurology specialist at Ethica FIG Hospital for over a decade.
• Treats patients in a facility recognized for advanced brain surgery and neurology.
• Provides consultations at one of Istanbul's most modern multidisciplinary hospitals.

Dr. Merih Oray is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She has performed over 15,000 surgeries. Dr. Oray specializes in uveitis and Behçet's disease. She completed research fellowships at Yale University and the Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution.

• Authored over 150 scientific publications and presentations.
• Member of the International Ocular Inflammation Society.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Treats patients at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

Dr. Özkan Onuk is a urologist at Men's Health Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 3,000 urological surgeries. He treats many international patients from Canada, the United States, and Europe. Dr. Onuk was recently appointed to the rank of Professor of Urology. His practice follows evidence-based methods and international quality standards.

• Specializes in complex urological procedures and sexual health treatments.
• Performs the Peniflex procedure for male enhancement.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.
• Provides online consultations for international patients seeking expert second opinions.

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

Dr. Senay Yilmaz has performed over 9,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and surgical treatments for strabismus. Dr. Yilmaz completed her medical training and eye disease residency at Istanbul University. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology.

• Handled 9,000+ surgical cases throughout her career.
• Presented research on third cranial nerve palsy at the European Strabismological Association.
• Authored three scientific publications on ocular conditions and surgery.
• Works at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management standards.