Pulmonology Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specialises in diagnostic radiology for chest diseases at Umran Medical Centre. He provides the imaging accuracy needed for precise pulmonology diagnoses.

• Performs conventional radiology to evaluate musculoskeletal and chest conditions
• Uses CT and MRI imaging for detailed cardiovascular and oncological assessments
• Focuses on precise diagnostic evaluations to support lung treatment planning
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate staging for cancer patients

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a clinical dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who supports pulmonology patients through evidence-based nutritional therapy.

• Manages metabolic conditions and clinical nutrition needs
• Designs tailored meal plans for disease management
• Focuses on preventive nutrition for long-term respiratory health
• Develops lifestyle programmes to assist with weight-related breathing issues

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures. She focuses on surgical interventions that promote faster recovery times and better patient comfort.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for reduced scarring
• Treats endocrine disorders involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Manages both benign and malignant breast conditions
• Performed residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute surgical needs

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre with over two decades of clinical experience in eye care.

• Specialises in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implants
• Performs refractive laser surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to protect retinal health
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal conditions including keratoconus and performs corneal transplants

Dr Mehmet Aydogan is a pulmonology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus who focuses on difficult-to-treat respiratory infections and interstitial lung diseases.

• Specialises in interventional bronchoscopy using EBUS – an ultrasound-guided technique for clearer lung diagnosis without invasive surgery
• Authored several medical book chapters on pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Published research in the CHEST Journal on innovative treatments for chronic eosinophilic pneumonia
• Trained at the Gulhane Military Medical Academy – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions

Associate Professor Dural is a highly credentialed surgeon at Liv Hospital who completed a translational medicine fellowship at Ottawa University in Canada.

• Specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for endocrine-related conditions
• Completed a research fellowship at the world-recognised Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Fellowship trained in endocrine surgery and sarcoma at Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden
• Serves as the Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS)

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus focusing on paediatric respiratory health and preventative medicine for children.

• Treats childhood diseases and manages healthy child monitoring for ages 0 to 18
• Provides expert nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy to support infant lung development
• Specialises in newborn care and long-term follow-up for respiratory health
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Omer Ayten is a lead pulmonology specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He focuses on interventional bronchoscopy and high-precision lung diagnostics.

• Specialises in interventional bronchoscopy to diagnose and treat lung conditions without major surgery
• Uses endobronchial ultrasonography to provide detailed imaging of the lungs and lymph nodes
• Manages chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and complex diffuse parenchymal lung diseases
• Served as Education Officer at Sultan Abdulhamit II Han Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy

Professor Dilaver Tas is the Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He previously served as Chief Physician at a major military hospital and leads in pulmonary intervention.

• Specialises in advanced bronchoscopy including Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) for minimally invasive lung imaging
• Expert in managing asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung diseases
• Performs endoscopic ultrasound to diagnose mediastinal diseases without open surgery
• Recognised with national awards for his research into complex respiratory conditions
• Active member of several international thoracic and respiratory societies

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical background from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and skin infections
• Practises dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders

Dr Melahat Bekir Kulah is an award-winning pulmonologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. She focuses on complex respiratory health and chronic lung conditions.

• Specialises in managing bronchiectasis, asthma, and COPD
• Identifies high-risk COPD patients using diaphragmatic thickness fraaction ultrasonography
• Researches the link between vitamin D levels and lung function
• Received a Turkish Thoracic Society award for her bronchiectasis research
• Trained in chest diseases at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

The doctor is a chest diseases specialist who graduated from the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medicine Faculty in 1990. With extensive experience, the doctor has been working at Private Optimed Hospital since 2013, where they lead the Chest Diseases Department. Prior to this, the doctor was part of the Medical Park Hastaneler Grubu.

Professor Gorguner is a distinguished pulmonology specialist at Emsey Hospital. He previously served as the Training Supervisor at the Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Centre.

• Specialises in managing complex pneumonia and chronic chest diseases
• Trained at the Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Centre
• Former faculty member at Atatürk University Department of Chest Diseases
• Spent nearly two decades teaching and mentoring future respiratory specialists
• Expertise in thoracic medicine and specialist training supervision