Transplantology Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Professor Karakayali is a distinguished senior surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, specialising in complex abdominal and vascular procedures essential for successful transplant outcomes.

• Recognised with multiple awards for research into vascular graft safety and fistula maturation
• Trained as an observer at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques and minimally invasive surgery for faster patient recovery
• Awarded by the Turkish Society of Vascular Surgery for work on hemodialysis access
• Contributes to clinical research on bile leakage management following major organ resections

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

• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries for kidney-related endocrine conditions
• Specialises in surgical treatment for adrenal gland diseases and cancers
• Researched translational medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada
• Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Member of the Clinical Robotic Surgery Association and American College of Surgeons

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus focusing on the health and nutritional needs of children from birth through to age 18.

• Provides expert monitoring for healthy development in infants and children
• Offers specialised nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy for new mothers
• Manages newborn care and preventive medicine including immunisation programmes
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Focuses on childhood diseases and preventative health measures

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Centre with a strong focus on dermato-oncology and surgical skin care.

• Specialises in the early detection and surgical management of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions to prevent tumour spread
• Manages complex medical skin conditions including psoriasis and chronic eczema
• Trained at the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with a focus on dermato-oncology and surgical skin interventions.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of benign and malignant skin tumours
• Managed chronic conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo for decades
• Performs cosmetic rejuvenations including mesotherapy and chemical peels
• Uses laser therapies to treat vascular lesions and pigmentation scars
• Trained at the Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Karaca is a senior transplant specialist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He trained at the prestigious Kidney and Liver Transplantation Unit at Ankara University.

• Specialises in liver, gallbladder, and kidney procedures
• Expertise in hepatobiliary surgery involving the liver and bile ducts
• Uses laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive abdominal surgery
• Recipient of the Best Article Prize in the Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine
• Former Deputy Head at the Turkish Ministry of Health for cancer programmes

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a clinical dietician at Umran Health Center who supports transplant patients through evidence-based nutritional management.

• Specialises in clinical nutrition for metabolic conditions and cardiovascular health
• Develops tailored meal plans to support recovery and long-term organ health
• Manages diet-related complications like diabetes and weight fluctuations
• Uses a patient-centred approach to help individuals maintain sustainable lifestyle changes

Dr Banu Erkalma is a nephrology subspecialist at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on the medical management and preparation for kidney transplantation.

• Member of the Transplantation Immunology and Genetics Association (TİGED)
• Manages chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, and genetic kidney disorders
• Coordinates care for kidney transplant recipients including post-operative monitoring
• Experienced in both haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis protocols
• Member of the European Renal Association - European Dialysis and Transplant Association

Dr Ertan Emek represents the next level of transplant care at Biruni University Hospital, having trained at Turkey's most prestigious organ transplant centres. He offers specialised surgical expertise across kidney, liver, heart, and lung transplant procedures.

• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Expert in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, focus on the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts
• Trained at Başkent University, a leading centre for complex transplant surgery
• Specialised in organ transplantation at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is an experienced surgeon at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ who specialises in general and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures using small incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expert in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages abdominal conditions including gallbladder diseases, hernias, and appendicitis
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on restoring vision through microsurgery.

• Performs corneal transplants to treat severe vision loss and corneal damage
• Manages anterior segment surgery for conditions like keratoconus
• Specialises in phacoemulsification for cataract removal with lens implantation
• Treats retinal diseases including detachment and diabetic retinopathy
• Completed specialist ophthalmology residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, providing the high-precision imaging essential for successful organ transplants.

• Specialises in vascular and abdominal ultrasound to assess organ health and blood flow
• Uses cross-sectional CT and MRI imaging for detailed pre-transplant mapping
• Provides interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by live imaging
• Supports transplant teams with oncological imaging for patient staging and monitoring

Professor Gürkan is a pioneer in Turkish transplant surgery. He performed the country's first laparoscopic kidney removal from a living donor – a technique using small incisions for faster recovery.

• Performed Turkey's first minimally invasive kidney donation outside a university setting
• Completed an eighteen-month research fellowship at Yale University's Experimental Surgery Centre
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Society of Nephrology and the Organ Transplant Institution Association
• Recognised with the Top Researcher Award from the Turkish Organ Transplant Society