Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Ali Zirh has performed over 1,400 deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedures in Turkey. He specializes in treating Parkinson’s disease and complex movement disorders. Dr. Zirh holds a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of DBS patients. He uses microelectrode recording to ensure high precision during brain surgery.

• Completed training at Johns Hopkins, the University of Virginia, and Toronto Western Hospital.
• Winner of the Elekta Award for stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
• Performed more than 1,900 surgical interventions for movement disorders.
• Member of the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

Dr. Sinan Eroglu is an ENT and facial plastic surgeon at his private clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in ethnic and revision rhinoplasty, chin implants, and otoplasty. Dr. Eroglu holds a medical degree from Marmara University and completed an ENT internship at Basel University Hospital in Switzerland.

• Member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).
• Performs approximately 400 rhinoplasty procedures annually.
• Former instructor at the Istanbul Aydın University Medical School.
• Published researcher in journals like the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in weight loss interventions, including gastric sleeve and bypass surgery. He has published research in the fields of bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Mutlu works at a JCI-accredited facility known for high surgical success rates.

• Performs endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, gastric balloon, and stomach stapling.
• Treats endocrine and proctological conditions alongside obesity cases.
• Developed clinical experience at Turkish research and training hospitals.
• Author of multiple scientific studies focused on surgical research.

Dr. Cuneyt Turkmen is a nuclear medicine specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published over 80 scientific papers on oncology and imaging. Dr. Turkmen completed a professional fellowship at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Sweden. He focuses on targeted radionuclide therapy for liver, prostate, and thyroid cancers.

• Performs radioembolization and Lutetium-177 therapy for advanced cancer cases.
• Expertise in Actinium-225 radiation and Amyloid PET scans.
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital, the first in Turkey to reach this standard.

Dr. Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified OB-GYN and Genital Cosmetic Surgeon in Istanbul. She specializes in robotic surgery and women's aesthetic procedures. Dr. Ozbasli practiced as an academician at Acıbadem University for 12 years. She is also ECFMG-accredited for medical practice in the United States.

• Certified da Vinci System Console Surgeon since 2013 for robotic procedures.
• Expertise in over 10,000 managed pregnancies and complex gynecologic surgeries.
• Performs specialized aesthetic treatments including labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, and G-shot therapy.
• Holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.

Dr. Fatih Yanaral is a urology and robotic surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has authored 43 academic works and six book chapters in his field. Dr. Yanaral completed specialized training in reconstructive urology at Hamburg-Eppendorf University Hospital in Germany.

• Serves as an editor for The New Journal of Urology.
• Participated in over 100 medical congresses as a speaker or attendee.
• Is a member of the European Association of Urology.
• Works at the first JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Mehmet Melih Cicek is an ENT specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He treats a variety of ear, nose, and throat conditions. His background includes service at several major Turkish medical institutions. These include Van Regional Training and Research Hospital and Yozgat State Hospital.

Dr. Cicek practices at a JCI-accredited facility. This accreditation confirms the clinic meets international safety and quality standards. The hospital features an eco-friendly design to support patient recovery. It is part of one of Turkey's largest private healthcare networks.

Dr. Ruhat Tanli is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions with a focus on arthroscopy and spinal surgery. He previously served as an orthopedist at Istanbul Beylikduzu State Hospital. Dr. Tanli holds a degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hand surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Nuri Alper Sahbaz is a general and breast surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is one of only five surgeons in Turkey holding the European Board of Endocrine Surgery certification. This credential covers thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, and neuroendocrine tumor surgery. Dr. Sahbaz has performed over 2,000 successful surgical operations.

• Completed clinical studies at Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas.
• Obtained the ECFMG Certificate to practice medicine in the United States.
• Holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from the University of Strasbourg.
• Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery and minimally invasive endocrine procedures.

Dr. Nabi Gokhan Ferahcan is the Chief Physician of the Check-up Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in personalized health screenings and preventive medicine based on scientific evidence. Dr. Ferahcan managed the Emergency Department at Afyon SSK Hospital earlier in his career. He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

• Treats metabolic and blood conditions including liver steatosis, hypertension, and anemia.
• Performs adult vaccinations and vitamin replacement therapies for preventive health.
• Focuses on complete health screenings for both male and female patients.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2018 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey

VM MEDICAL PARK PENDİK HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2012 - 2018, İstanbul/Turkey

BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL PARK GÖZTEPE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2009 - 2011, Bitlis/Turkey

MINISTRY OF HEALTH TATVAN STATE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including transnasal tumor resection and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats a wide range of conditions like pituitary adenomas and arteriovenous malformations.
• Expertise covers both surgical oncology and reconstructive spine surgery for herniated disks.
• Provides care for pediatric neurosurgical cases including hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

Dr. Kaplan Baha Temizgonul is a specialist bariatric surgeon at Lotus Bariatrics in Istanbul. He has managed patient follow-ups for up to 17 years after sleeve gastrectomies. Dr. Temizgonul trained at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital, a high-volume center for laparoscopic surgery. He also gained surgical experience in emergency medicine at the Syrian border.

• Operates at Lotus Bariatrics, which maintains a 95% success rate for obesity treatment.
• Performs gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and stomach stapling procedures.
• Maintains an active role in medical research with several published articles.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

Dr. Suleyman Aliyazicioglu is a plastic and aesthetic surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in body contouring and facial rejuvenation. Dr. Aliyazicioglu completed his medical degree at Gazi University. He earned his specialty training at Pamukkale University in 2022.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, revision rhinoplasty, and Vaser liposuction.
• Completed international clinical training through the Erasmus program in Poland.
• Is an active member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Hasan Celik is a double board-certified plastic surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He holds certifications from both the European Board (EBOPRAS) and the Turkish National Board. Dr. Celik won third place for the Young Plastic Surgeon Award at the ASPS meeting. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures with a focus on patient safety.

• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and ISAPS.
• Published researcher with work appearing in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
• Treats patients at Dr. MED, which reports a 97% success rate for facelifts.
• Expertise in complex body contouring, breast surgery, and rhinoplasty.

Dr. Ilker Tinay is an urological oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He sits on the Executive Board of the Association of Urooncology. Dr. Tinay specializes in minimally invasive surgery and neo-bladder reconstruction. He works at Anadolu, a Top 10 global hospital according to MTQUA. The center is also affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Association of Urology.
• Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group.
• Winner of the Urooncology Association Scientific Research Award.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Murad Çeltik is a urologist and andrologist at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a research fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Çeltik holds specialized training in andrology from Istanbul University. He focuses on male sexual health and complex urological surgeries.

• Performs microsurgical varicocele repair and MicroTESE for male infertility.
• Treats erectile dysfunction using EDSWT shock wave therapy and penile implants.
• Uses Greenlight laser and Plasmakinetic techniques for prostate surgery.
• Treats bladder cancer and ureteral stones using endoscopic surgical methods.