Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 31

Dr. Kadri Ozer graduated from his plastic surgery residency with a perfect 100/100 score. He is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon at JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Ozer completed his medical education in English at Hacettepe University.

• Trained in reconstructive microsurgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan.
• Completed hand surgery training at Söder Hospital in Stockholm, Sweden.
• Served as a consultant surgeon for a humanitarian aid program in Uzbekistan.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

Dr. Sevgi Yazar is a plastic, reconstructive, and hand surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She is certified by the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). Dr. Yazar completed a fellowship at UZ Brussels specializing in breast reconstruction.

• Trained in microsurgery at University Hospital Zurich.
• Studied under specialists at China Medical University Hospital and Chang Gung Memorial.
• Published over 10 scientific papers on fingertip reconstruction and skin lesion removal.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ayhan Levent is an internal medicine specialist and assistant professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Levent volunteered for medical relief efforts during the Van earthquake. He treats a variety of internal diseases and gastroenterology conditions.

• Completed internal medicine residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe.
• Practices at a JCI-certified facility that treats 4,000 patients annually.
• Completed his state service obligation at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Nihal Tastekin is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and anxiety disorders. Her research focuses on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder. She uses dynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to treat patients.

• Experienced in AMATEM clinic outpatient and inpatient addiction care.
• Treats complex mental health conditions, including paranoia and depression.
• Expert in cognitive remediation and mood disorder management.
• Works at Turkey’s first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital.

Dr. Haluk Cokugras is a triple-specialized pediatrician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds certifications in pediatrics, pediatric allergy, and pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Cokugras is a member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. He practiced at Istanbul University for over 40 years.

• Specializes in childhood allergies, asthma, and immunology.
• Treats complex pediatric infectious diseases and pulmonary conditions.
• Member of the Balkan Pediatric Society and the Turkish Pediatric Association.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility with child-friendly care areas.

The doctor is a highly esteemed psychologist with over 45 years of experience, known for founding NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and serving as rector of Uskudar University. Specializing in the treatment of stress and diseases, the doctor is also recognized for innovations in psychopharmacology.

With a prolific career, the doctor has authored several books, selling over 1 million copies, and contributed more than 150 research articles and 45 written chapters. The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty and has received numerous awards, including the World Peace Invitation Award and the Golden Axon Leadership Award.

Dr. Cihan Meral is a pediatric neurologist and pediatrician at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in childhood epilepsy and pediatric neurological disorders. Dr. Meral formerly served as Head of the Department of Pediatrics at Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital.

• Published over 30 scientific articles in international medical journals.
• Member of the Association against Epilepsy and the Child Neurology Association.
• Completed specialized training in child neurology at the Gulhan Military Medical Academy.
• Works at Memorial Ataşehir, a JCI-accredited facility for safety and quality.

Dr. Kamil Yalçın Polat is the Head of General Surgery and Transplantation at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He specializes in multi-organ transplantation, liver surgery, and surgical oncology. Dr. Polat completed master's level training at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He is an expert in liver transplantation outcomes for both adults and children.

• Served as the founder and director of a major organ transplant center.
• Published over 50 articles in SCI Expanded journals on surgical techniques.
• Trained in oncologic surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the US.
• Vice President of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Society.

Dr. Ayse Yesim Oral is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in strabismus and pediatric eye health. Dr. Oral conducts research in glaucoma, cataract surgery, and refractive procedures. She holds a medical degree and specialist training from Istanbul University.

• Member of the World Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.
• Active member of the Strabismus Unit of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.
• Served as a course instructor and panelist at national ophthalmology congresses.

Dr. Nuri Delikara is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He is an assisted reproductive therapy specialist with a focus on IVF treatments. Dr. Delikara holds a master's degree in public health from Marmara University. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.
• Served as Chief Assistant at Zeynep Kamil Women and Child Diseases Training Hospital.
• Completed a specialist certificate program in assisted reproductive therapy at Hacettepe University.

Dr. Vafa Guliyeva is a pediatric rheumatologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. She is a prolific researcher. She has authored 20 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Guliyeva completed her subspecialty training at Istanbul University and Istanbul Cerrahpaşa University.

• Specializes in pediatric rheumatology and general pediatrics.
• Member of the Paediatric Rheumatology European Society (PReS).
• Contributed to four medical book chapters.
• Served as a principal investigator for a scientific research project.

Dr. Cenk Indelen is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization for heart surgery. He holds an associate professorship and is certified in robotic console surgery from Belgium.

• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and coronary artery disease.
• Performs robotic surgery, bypass grafting, and TAVI heart valve replacement.
• Published over 25 studies in journals like JAMA and Cardiovascular Journal of Africa.

Dr. David Saba is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in heart transplantation and off-pump coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Saba completed training at Toronto General Hospital and the University of Hannover–Freiburg. He has published over 20 research papers on vascular innovations and bypass techniques.

• Performs complex procedures like TAVI and aortic aneurysm surgery.
• Treats conditions including mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency.
• Former Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Uludağ University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Ege Sinan Torun is a rheumatologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has over a decade of clinical experience at Istanbul University. Dr. Torun focuses on internal medicine, immunology, and rheumatology. He also conducts research in hematology and nephrology. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

• Specializes in treating complex conditions like systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including whole-body MRI and bone density scans.
• Provides medication therapy for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
• Holds a Ph.D. and serves as a research assistant at Istanbul University.

Dr. Sermin Kesebir is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in psych neurophysiology and psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies. Dr. Kesebir treats emotional disorders, including depression and bipolar affective disorder. She works at Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, which holds JCI accreditation.

• Expertise in treating schizophrenia in both adults and children.
• Performs specialized neuropsychological tests and EEG sleep transition diagnostics.
• Extensive research record in international and national peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Graduated from Dokuz Eylül University and İzmir Ege University schools of medicine.

Dr. Mahir Cengiz is a Professor of Internal Medicine at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He previously served as chief physician at two major hospitals in Turkey. Dr. Cengiz treats a wide range of adult health conditions and diagnostic cases. He has over 12 years of experience as a university lecturer in medicine.

• Held the role of Chief Resident at Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa.
• Served as Chief Physician at Biruni University Hospital and Şarkışla State Hospital.
• Earned a professorship in Internal Medicine in 2022.
• Practices at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with 19 operating rooms.

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Dr. Murat Topdag is an ENT specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He completed training in endoscopic endonasal skull base and pituitary surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. He also studied otologic and otoneurosurgical microsurgery at Institut Georges Portmann. Dr. Topdag previously served as an ENT specialist at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

• Completed a facial plastic surgery course through the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.
• Earned an MD from Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa within the English medical program.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility spanning 81,000 m² with 19 operating rooms.
• The clinic features AI-supported 3 Tesla MRI and digital PET/CT imaging technology.