Surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 5

Professor Dogan Erdogan is a highly qualified cardiologist at Medical Park Antalya with international training at the world-leading Mayo Clinic in the USA.

• Specialises in echocardiography – uses ultrasound to create detailed heart images for precise diagnoses
• Holds an Associate Professorship from Baskent University Faculty of Medicine
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya – part of a JCI-accredited hospital network
• Recognised specialist from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Omer Uslukaya is a surgical specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital who has authored 50 scientific publications on surgery and wound healing.

• Specialises in laparoscopic splenectomy – removing the spleen through small incisions for a faster recovery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centre in the USA
• Expertise includes breast surgery outcomes and surgical management of pancreatitis
• Performed extensive clinical research on reconstructive surgery and wound healing techniques

Professor Saygi is a leading specialist in chest diseases and tuberculosis at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He previously served as the Dean of the Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

• Former Chief Physician at Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Hospital
• Led the Chest Diseases Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes diagnosing and managing complex respiratory and tuberculosis cases
• Held senior leadership as a Senator and Faculty Board Member at Maltepe University

Dr Murat Cakar is a dedicated specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses exclusively on the surgical needs of infants and children.

• Specialises in pediatric abdominal and colorectal surgery for complex congenital conditions
• Expert in hernia repairs, including umbilical, inguinal, and hiatal procedures
• Serves as a university lecturer at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Pediatric Surgery Association and the Pediatric Urology Association
• Holds specialized certification in newborn resuscitation and intensive care

Professor Alaettin Celik is a pioneer in paediatric surgery who founded the first dedicated paediatric surgical department at Istanbul University. He has performed over 1,100 paediatric operations and authored several definitive textbooks on newborn and child surgery.

• Dual-trained specialist in both general surgery and paediatric urology
• Completed a two-year registrar post at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children
• Handles complex cases including paediatric tumours, hernias, and urological conditions
• Active member of the national Council of Children's Tumours

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on liver and pancreatic surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He is highly skilled in performing complex transplants from both living and deceased donors.

• Specialises in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – focusing on the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas
• Uses minimally invasive oncological surgery – keyhole techniques that allow for less pain and faster healing
• Performs both liver and kidney transplantations at a high level of technical difficulty
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions

Professor Ertekin is a leading specialist in pancreatico-biliary surgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in complex surgeries of the pancreas, liver, and biliary system
• Uses endoscopic diagnostic treatments to manage digestive tract conditions minimally
• Expert in ERCP, a specialised procedure used to treat bile duct and pancreatic blockages
• Manages trauma and emergency surgical cases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
• Directs surgical training as a senior Professor at Istanbul University

Dr Ahmet Alptekein has performed over 1,100 paediatric surgeries at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on neonatal surgery and minimally invasive techniques for children.

• Specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery – using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Completed his residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in paediatric urology, treating conditions of the bladder and kidneys in infants
• Performs tumour surgery and endoscopy using cameras to treat children without open surgery

Professor Karakoc is a highly decorated radiology specialist and Head of Department at Yeditepe University. He is a double Fellow of the European Society of Radiology, specialising in image-guided surgical interventions and advanced diagnostics.

• Specialises in prostate fusion biopsy, combining MRI and ultrasound for more accurate cancer detection
• Performs chemoembolisation and radioembolisation to deliver targeted cancer treatment directly to tumours
• Expert in uterine fibroid embolisation, a non-surgical alternative to hysterectomy for treating fibroids
• Awarded first prize by the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR)
• Trained as a Research Fellow at the University Hospital of Cleveland, USA

Dr Haluk Talu is a senior eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who has successfully managed more than 20,000 surgical cases.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery to correct vision issues
• Completed advanced training at Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published over 50 scientific papers on eye disease and surgical outcomes
• Fellowship trained at the St. Roch Eye Clinic

Professor Akcay has performed over 55,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. He is a leading specialist in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in oculoplastic surgery to repair or reshape the eyelid and eye socket
• Authored 201 scientific publications on advanced eye care and surgical techniques
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Holds membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Expert in managing both functional and aesthetic surgical cases of the eye

Professor Haciibrahimoglu is a leading specialist in thoracic oncology at Medical Park Goztepe, focusing on complex lung and chest cavity surgeries.

• Specialises in VATS – a keyhole surgery technique that uses tiny incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expert in lung cancer surgery and disorders of the mediastinum – the central area of the chest
• Completed a three-year fellowship in thoracic-vascular and transplantation surgery at the University of Paris-Sud
• Performs tracheal surgery and corrective procedures for chest deformities
• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior academic surgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has authored over 50 scientific publications on surgical techniques and patient outcomes.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted and laparoscopic surgery – using smaller incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Focuses on complex hernia repairs, thyroidectomies, and bowel resections
• Member of the Hernia Society and the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Karaca is a specialist in oncological surgery who completed a fellowship at the National Cancer Institute in Milan. He focuses on complex abdominal procedures for digestive and glandular conditions at Medical Point International Hospital.

• Treats liver and pancreatic tumours using resection and reconstruction techniques
• Specialises in bile duct surgery and lymph node dissections
• Trained in liver transplantation and liver surgery at Kent Hospital
• Founding lecturer and Associate Professor specialising in general surgery
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society