Rehabilitation Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Cigdem Cinar is a specialist in neuro-rehabilitation at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on restoring mobility through robotic-assisted technology.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted gait training to help patients with spinal cord injuries and stroke regain walking ability
• Expert in managing neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction following traumatic brain or spinal injuries
• Uses ultrasound-guided injections for precise pain management in shoulder impingement and joint issues
• Member of the Scoliosis Research and Treatment Association, specialising in adolescent scoliosis care

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in paediatric care and healthy child monitoring for infants through to teenagers.

• Provides breastfeeding and nutrition consultancy to support early childhood development
• Specialises in preventive medicine and managing childhood diseases
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital
• Presented research on managing conditions like diabetes-related myoclonic epilepsy and pancreatitis

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical background from Çukurova University. Patients seek his expertise for both chronic skin management and medical skin recovery.

• Treats chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology for the removal of skin tumours
• Uses laser and light-based therapies to treat scars and lesions
• Specialises in geriatric care for elderly patients with skin diseases

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who focus on evidence-based nutrition to support physical recovery and long-term health.

• Provides clinical nutrition for metabolic conditions like diabetes and heart disease
• Designs sports nutrition plans to improve recovery times and physical performance
• Develops paediatric meal plans to support healthy growth and adolescent development
• Creates personalised weight management programmes to improve body composition

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with academic training from Dokuz Eylul University. She focuses on surgical recovery and rehabilitation through minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery to reduce post-operative pain and speed up patient recovery
• Manages surgical rehabilitation for gastrointestinal conditions and gallbladder diseases
• Expertise in endocrine surgery for thyroid and adrenal gland disorders
• Provides surgical care for both benign and malignant breast conditions

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmologist based at Ümran Medical Centre with over 20 years of clinical experience in eye surgery. He focuses on restoring and preserving vision through precise microsurgical techniques.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern technique for cataract removal using ultrasound
• Performs premium intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to replace cloudy natural lenses
• Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using refractive laser surgery
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to prevent permanent vision loss
• Treats glaucoma through both surgical and medical intervention

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, providing the diagnostic foundation for effective rehabilitation. He focuses on musculoskeletal and neurological imaging to guide recovery plans.

• Performs diagnostic evaluations for musculoskeletal and chest diseases using conventional radiology
• Specialises in cross-sectional MRI and CT imaging for neurological and cardiovascular conditions
• Uses vascular and soft tissue ultrasound to monitor physical recovery and tissue health
• Employs interventional radiology for minimally invasive procedures guided by precise imaging techniques

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and the Karolinska University Hospital.

• Focuses on endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and parathyroid glands
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery for faster patient recovery times
• Completed a clinical research fellowship at the University of Ottawa in Canada
• Serves as Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and the European Society of Endocrine Surgery

Professor Nurten Kuchukchakir serves as Chief Physician at Romatem Bursa, where she specialises in neurological and orthopaedic recovery.

• Manages stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson's disease rehabilitation
• Expert in robotic rehabilitation to assist movement and speed up recovery
• Uses ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for muscle stiffness and pain
• Integrates manual therapy, acupuncture, and ozone therapy into standard care plans
• Member of the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association

Dr Sultan Kavrut provides targeted rehabilitation care for gynaecological conditions at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. She focuses on helping women manage symptoms and recover through personalised treatment plans.

• Treats Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) using evidence-based management protocols
• Manages endometriosis through tailored care to improve patient comfort
• Trained at the Zeynep Kamil Institute, a major centre for women's health
• Graduate of Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Associate Professor Cevdet Duger is a dual specialist in reanimation and algology at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He focuses on chronic pain rehabilitation through interventional and needle-based therapies.

• Specialises in interventional pain treatment and radiofrequency therapy
• Manages complex chronic conditions including cancer pain and migraines
• Uses neural therapy and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) for tissue healing
• Performs specialised procedures such as pain pump implantation and acupuncture
• Trained at Inonu University and Cumhuriyet University in Turkey

Dr Caglayan Altinbas is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He provides comprehensive recovery programmes for both adults and children with complex physical needs.

• Focuses on paediatric rehabilitation for conditions like cerebral palsy
• Manages spinal cord injury recovery to help improve patient mobility
• Performs orthopaedic rehabilitation for post-surgical or injury recovery
• Trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Graduated from the Marmara University English medical programme

Dr Mehmet Taskoparan specialises in orthopaedic rehabilitation at Private Anadolu Hospital. He focuses on minimally invasive techniques that help patients recover faster from spinal and joint injuries.

• Performs kyphoplasty to treat spinal fractures using a small balloon and bone cement
• Uses endoscopic and percutaneous spinal surgery for less pain and quicker mobility
• Provides three-dimensional knee and hip surgery for precise joint reconstruction
• Offers Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) to treat chronic heel and elbow pain
• Expert in sports injury recovery including ACL repair and shoulder arthroscopy