Best Nasal Polyps Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Tayfun Apuhan has managed over 1,100 cases as a specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat diseases and head and neck surgery.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive way to remove nasal polyps without external incisions
• Uses computer-assisted surgical navigation for higher precision in complex nasal and paranasal sinus procedures
• Trained in advanced head and neck surgery at Ohio State University in the United States
• Published over 200 scientific works and serves as an editor for international medical journals

Dr Cem Altindag has performed over 5,000 procedures and holds a former honorary consultancy at the Royal National ENT Hospital in London.

• Specialises in functional nasal surgery to clear airways and remove obstructions
• Member of the European Rhinoplasty Society focusing on nasal health
• Completed advanced training at major centres in the USA, UK, and Germany
• Provides expert care for complex nasal blockage and sinus issues

Professor Yildirim is a prize-winning specialist who completed observerships at Harvard and Johns Hopkins to master complex nasal and sinus surgeries.

• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) to remove polyps with no external scarring
• Conducted award-winning research into nasal valve collapse and olfactory function
• Trained at the Cleveland Clinic's Head and Neck Institute in the USA
• Specialises in treating nasal polyposis and chronic sinus infections
• Expert in managing smell disorders and dynamic nasal obstructions

Associate Professor Selman Sarica is a leading ENT specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specialising in endoscopic surgery for persistent nasal polyps.

• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery to remove polyps with high precision and minimal downtime
• Expert in functional nasal surgeries including septoplasty to improve airflow and sinus drainage
• Highly qualified academic background from Istanbul University and Sütçü İmam University
• Recognised for managing complex cases involving both benign and malignant head and neck tumours

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.

Professor Serkan Orhan brings international expertise to nasal care, having completed specialist training at the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery to remove polyps with high precision
• Completed advanced fellowships in rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery in the Netherlands
• Focuses on restoring clear breathing and long-term sinus health for patients
• Member of the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Society

Dr Yasin Kulaksiz is a specialist in endoscopic sinus surgery and functional nasal repair at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Member of the European Rhinologic Society focusing on nasal and sinus disorders
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery to remove polyps using cameras for precision
• Reduces nasal obstruction through specialised turbinate reduction and septoplasty
• Published research in The Journal of Laryngology and Otology on ENT outcomes
• Certified specialist by the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology

Dr Arzu Öz is a dedicated head and neck surgeon at CE International Hospital. She brings over two decades of surgical experience from major Turkish medical centres.

• Specialises in otolaryngology (ENT) and head and neck surgery
• Held senior clinical roles at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital
• Focuses on surgical solutions for breathing and sinus issues
• Trained at major state and private ENT medical centres

Dr Dogukan Aydenizoz is a senior ENT specialist at Medical Park Antalya who specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery to clear persistent nasal blockages.

• Uses endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive technique requiring no external incisions for faster healing
• Focuses on functional results to improve airflow and long-term breathing quality
• Member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital, a major regional centre for surgical excellence

Dr Ziya Ilgin specialises in Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals to remove nasal polyps using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs FESS to clear sinus blockages with internal cameras, avoiding external facial incisions
• Uses the thermal welding method for delicate tissue removal to reduce post-operative bleeding
• Corrects nasal septum issues during the same session to significantly improve patient airflow
• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Research Hospital

Prof. Dr. Özcan Öztürk is an otorhinolaryngology specialist with broad academic and clinical experience. He has many international scientific publications. He has performed a large number of surgeries. He is known for an individualized approach and strong expertise. His key strengths are voice disorders, nasal surgery, rhinoplasty, and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Focus areas include voice disorders and voice surgery, head and neck tumor surgery, and rhinoplasty (aesthetic and functional). He also performs endoscopic sinus surgery, facial surgery, tonsil and adenoid surgery, and surgery for snoring and sleep apnea.

Professor Celil Göçer is a high-level ENT specialist who completed training at the House Ear Institute in the USA to master complex surgical techniques.

• Treats mucosal pathologies and chronic sinus conditions using endoscopes for internal access
• Published over 30 scientific articles on rhinological conditions and sinus disorders
• Completed residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical hub
• Specialises in oncological ENT cases, including tumours in the laryngeal and paranasal areas
• Participates in the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Professor Celil Göçer is a distinguished specialist who has published over 30 international scientific articles on complex sinus and rhinological conditions.

• Specialises in treating mucosal pathologies and chronic sinusitis issues within the nasal cavity
• Completed advanced surgical training at the House Ear Institute in Los Angeles
• Expert in paranasal sinus conditions, focusing on both benign growths and rare oncological cases
• Contributes to surgical textbooks and translates major references on ear, nose, and throat surgery
• Leads clinical ENT services at Lokman Hekim Health Group as a senior Professor

Dr Ozgur Erdem has performed over 2,000 functional and aesthetic nasal surgeries. He focuses on restoring clear breathing at his private clinic in Antalya.

• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive way to remove polyps without external incisions
• Trained at Antalya Training and Research Hospital as an otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist
• Researched upper airway obstruction for his doctoral thesis to improve patient sleep quality
• Manages paediatric upper airway procedures for children with breathing difficulties
• Participates in international symposiums on functional nasal surgery techniques

Professor Bora Basaran is a Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology, specialising in endoscopic sinus surgery to treat chronic nasal polyps.

• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery to clear blockages with minimal downtime
• Senior specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital ENT department
• Associate Professor at Istanbul University, a leading Turkish medical faculty
• Regulated member of the European Head and Neck Society
• Specialises in both functional and aesthetic nasal conditions