Psychiatry Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Tarhan is the founder of NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and a pioneer in psychopharmacology with over 150 published research articles.

• Specialises in stress-related disorders using innovative drug-based treatment methods
• Rector of Uskudar University where he integrates academic research with clinical care
• Authored several mental health books with over one million copies sold globally
• Received the Golden Axon Leadership Award for his contributions to brain health
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Uzm. Dr. Gunay Hajiyeva is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2013. She completed her psychiatry residency at Cukurova University Balcali Hospital in 2021. She received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Dynamic Sexual Therapy.

Her clinical focus includes schizophrenia, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sexual dysfunction. She speaks English, Russian, and German. She is active in academic and clinical research. She has presented at national and international congresses.

Dr. Melek Gozde Lus is a child psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She contributed to Turkey’s Autism Action Plan. She trained family physicians on early autism detection. Dr. Lus treats ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. She also manages anxiety and OCD in children and adolescents.

• Member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Holds international certification in schema therapy.
• Specially trained in CBT-based play therapy and filial therapy.
• Authored research on bipolar co-diagnosis in children with ADHD.

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.

Professor Emel Torun is a paediatric specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on the physical and developmental health of children.

• Specialises in monitoring childhood growth and developmental milestones
• Manages paediatric nutrition and essential vitamin-mineral supplementation
• Provides expert guidance on childhood vaccination programmes
• Previously served as a Professor at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Published research on therapeutic strategies for paediatric nutritional deficiencies

Dr Suleyman Oflu has performed over 1,100 psychiatric treatments and specializes in managing complex, difficult-to-treat mental health conditions at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Treats treatment-resistant depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder
• Focuses on borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
• Expert in neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism and ADHD
• Formerly a senior psychiatrist at Hitit University training hospital
• Fluent in English for clear communication with international patients

Associate Professor Utkan Boran is a fellowship-trained specialist at Lokman Hekim Health Group with a background in trauma research from the University of Miami.

• Focuses on surgical interventions for metabolic conditions and type 2 diabetes
• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery to treat chronic heartburn and acid reflux
• Specialises in sleeve gastrectomy and surgical management of morbid obesity
• Experienced in oncologic surgery for the removal of cancerous tumours

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Dr Ahmet Levent Mete leads complex psychiatric care at Medicalpoint International Hospital, specialising in schizophrenia and treatment-resistant mood disorders.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Practised at Ege University, a leading centre for psychiatric research and clinical excellence
• Manages a broad range of conditions including bipolar disorder, OCD, and addiction
• Develops personalised treatment plans for complex eating disorders and anorexia
• Expertise in childhood and adolescent psychiatric care, including autism and youth schizophrenia

Dr Haluk Aksu is a specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on a wide range of psychiatric needs, from anxiety to schizophrenia.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and practiced at the prestigious Bakirkoy Mental Health Hospital
• Expertise in EMDR therapy, a technique designed to help patients process and recover from traumatic memories
• Uses schema therapy to address deep-seated emotional patterns and resistant mental health conditions
• Combines individual therapy sessions with medication management for balanced treatment plans

Dr Mustafa Emiroglu is a highly trained specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital with international expertise from the Europe Senology Academia in Germany.

• Specialises in endocrine and colorectal surgical interventions
• Completed focused training in oncoplastic breast surgery and thyroid conditions
• Member of several prestigious groups including the Turkish Society of Surgery
• Trained at the well known Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr Esen is an internationally recognised psychiatrist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, holding specialist accreditation from the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies.

• Specialises in treating anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Trained at Harvard University in managing post-traumatic stress
• Uses smartphone-based applications to assist with cognitive behavioural therapy for panic disorders
• Awarded the European Psychiatric Association Early Career Psychiatrists Fellowship
• Co-ordinated psychosocial support for earthquake victims in partnership with the World Health Organization

Dr Ozden Gul is a general surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on endocrine and gastrointestinal procedures. She completed her specialist training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Performs laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Manages both benign and malignant breast conditions
• Experienced in urgent trauma and emergency surgical interventions