Best Chronic Sinusitis Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Assistant Professor Emre Gunbey is a specialist in endoscopic sinus surgery who trained at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the USA.

• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive technique using tiny cameras to clear blockages without external incisions
• Assistant Professor of ENT at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and former observer at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic
• Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
• Active member of the European Rhinology Association and the American Association for Science and Technology

Prof. Dr. M. Emre Üstündağ is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze. He has been a professor at Kocaeli University since 2006. He completed his MD and ENT residency at Istanbul University between 1983 and 1995. He has worked at Istanbul and Kocaeli universities and at Acıbadem hospitals. He has also maintained a private practice since 2006.

Clinical focus: head and neck oncology and surgery; rhinology and rhinoplasty; laryngology; septoplasty; sleep apnea surgery.

He completed international training in Ireland (Ardkeen). In Germany, he trained in Tübingen; Freiburg (otology, 4 months); and Regensburg (rhinology, 4 months). In the USA, he trained at Stanford in laryngology and sleep apnea (4 months). He has 47 international articles and 788 citations (Google Scholar, Jan 2026). He is a member of the Turkish ORL-HNS, the Istanbul University ENT Association, and the German ORL-HNS.

Dr Dogukan Aydenizoz is a leading ear, nose, and throat specialist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on restoring airway function and breathing through precise surgical interventions.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery to clear blockages with minimal downtime
• Performs septoplasty to correct deviated septums and improve sinus drainage
• Combines functional sinus repair with aesthetic rhinoplasty when required
• Member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Trained at the Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat Damar is an ENT specialist at Private Optimed International Çorlu Hospital, ENT Clinic. He graduated from Uludağ University in 1997. He completed ENT residency training at Istanbul University from 2004 to 2009.

He has authored 18 international and 2 national peer-reviewed articles. He has also presented 9 international and 16 national congress papers. His research focuses on chronic otitis media, septal deviation, salivary gland tumors, sleep apnea biomarkers, and myringoplasty materials. He completed advanced courses in live head and neck tumor surgery, applied thyroid ultrasound, and several endoscopic sinus surgery cadaver masterclasses. He speaks English.

Dr. Yasar Cokkeser is an ENT specialist. He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed his ENT residency at Ankara Numune Hospital (1989–1994). He held a Clinical Research Fellowship in Otology and Skull Base Surgery at Gruppo Otologico, Italy (1993–1994). He also completed observerships at GWU Neurosurgery, House Ear Institute, USC, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania.

He served at Inönü University as Assistant Professor (1994–1999) and Associate Professor (1999–2005). He was Chief of Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (2005–2007). His recent practice includes Medicana Ataköy (2024–2025).

He has more than 75 publications indexed in Index Medicus. His articles appear in Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, Am J Otol, J Laryngol Otol, and Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. His work covers revision stapes surgery, skull base approaches, vestibular schwannoma, and DCR outcomes in 115 patients (130 eyes).

Professor Erkan Vuralkan is a leading rhinologist whose award-winning research into paranasal sinus anatomy helps him provide highly accurate care for chronic sinus issues.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive approach to clear blockages without external incisions
• Researched preventative treatments for recurrent nasal polyps to help patients avoid repeat procedures
• Former Head of Department at major state education and research hospitals in Turkey
• Board-certified specialist and active member of the Turkish Association of Rhinology

Dr Irmak Ucak is a specialist in functional nose surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She focuses on restoring nasal airflow and resolving long-term sinus issues using precise surgical techniques.

• Treats both adult and paediatric ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions
• Specialises in functional nose surgery to improve breathing and sinus drainage
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Serves as a faculty member at Istanbul Health and Technology University
• Experienced in managing complex cases at major national training hospitals

Professor Emre Turkmen is an ear, nose, and throat specialist who completed formal sinus surgery training in Germany to master relief for persistent blockages.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery to clear blocked pathways with minimal downtime
• Active member of the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Bilim University and Yeditepe University medical schools
• Regularly attends international congresses to adopt new surgical techniques
• Focuses on both functional breathing improvements and aesthetic nasal repairs

Dr Elcin Ariturk specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery at Liv Hospital, using minimally invasive techniques to clear blockages with no external incisions.

• Performs functional rhinoplasty to fix breathing issues caused by structural nasal problems
• Manages allergic rhinitis and chronic inflammation through tailored surgical and medical plans
• Specialises in paediatric ear, nose, and throat care for younger patients with sinus issues
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, a top-tier Turkish medical institution
• Expert in snoring and sleep apnoea treatments linked to nasal and sinus health

Dr Burak Karabulut holds the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Surgery Qualification Certificate and practices at the prestigious Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Specialises in functional nasal obstructions including nasal polyps and turbinate issues
• Trained as an observer physician at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Completed further international clinical observation at Insubria University in Italy
• Focuses on paediatric ENT cases and complex head and neck surgery
• Expertise includes snoring and sleep apnea surgical interventions

Professor Arzu Yasemin Korkut is a highly regarded ENT specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She completed specialised clinical and surgical training in endoscopic sinus surgery at the University of Graz medical faculty.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery to clear blocked sinuses with minimal downtime
• Served as Clinical Administrative Officer at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training Hospital
• Expert in managing allergic rhinitis and complex sinonasal conditions
• Researches pediatric ENT diseases and head and neck cancer surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine