Doctors in Turkey — Page 139

Dr. Sidika Altop is a vascular surgeon at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on peripheral vascular disease, venous insufficiency, and advanced coronary surgery. Dr. Altop previously served as a surgeon at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. She works at Emsey Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey to receive health tourism authorization.

• Performs endovascular thrombectomy, balloon therapy, and arterial stenting.
• Specializes in endovenous laser and radiofrequency ablation for venous disease.
• Treats varicose veins using sclerotherapy and embolization agent therapies.
• Completed surgical residency at Bursa High Specialization Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor began their medical career as a physician at the 2nd Infantry Brigade Infirmary in Şırnak from 1993 to 1995. They further specialized in child health and diseases at Ardahan Military Hospital from 1999 to 2001.

They achieved specialization in neonatology at the GATA Neonatology Department between 2003 and 2007. Subsequently, the doctor served as a neonatology specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital from 2007 to 2010.

Continuing their tenure at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, they provided specialized care and contributed to training from 2010 to 2016.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1986 and completed specialization training in chest diseases and thoracic surgery at the Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Center. Subsequently, the doctor served as a specialist doctor at Erzurum Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Hospital.

From 1994 to 2013, the doctor was a faculty member at Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases. Between 2013 and 2015, the doctor held the position of Training Supervisor at Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Levent Demirturk is a gastroenterologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He is the former Ward Chief of Internal Diseases and Gastroenterology at GATA Haydarpaşa. Dr. Demirturk treats complex conditions like pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and chronic hepatitis. He works at the first Turkish hospital to receive Ministry of Health international certification.

• Served as a member of the GATA Higher Scientific Council.
• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and rectoscopy.
• Treats esophageal varicose veins using advanced band therapy and sclerotherapy.
• Specializes in non-surgical polyp removal through mucosal resection techniques.

Dr. Burak Teymen is a cardiologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He treats heart failure and complex heart diseases. Dr. Teymen specializes in coronary angiography via both the inguinal and wrist routes. He performs procedures at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality medical standards.

• Performs coronary and peripheral artery stenting and balloon procedures.
• Expert in atherectomy or vascular shaving for plaque removal.
• Earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University, a top Turkish medical school.
• Specializes in angioplasty and echocardiography for heart monitoring.

Dr. Ahmet Firat Gungor is a nuclear medicine physician and radiologist at Emsey Hospital. He earned the title of Professor at Akdeniz University. He completed specialized training in Neuroradiology and Interventional Radiology in the United States. Dr. Gungor practiced at UT Southwestern Medical Center and UT Health Science Center SA.

• Specializes in PET-CT imaging and nuclear oncology treatments like Lutetium and Iodine.
• Performs specialized diagnostic scans including Gallium 68 DOTA and DOTATATE.
• Former Professor and department head at multiple Turkish medical universities.
• Works at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital, a certified spine center of excellence.

The doctor specializes in gynecology and obstetrics, with a focus on IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). Graduating from Ege University, Faculty of Medicine in 1994, the doctor completed compulsory service at Kütahya Health Clinic from 1994 to 1997.

Further specialization was achieved at Zeynep Kamil Woman and Child Disease Research and Education Hospital between 1997 and 2001. Since 2012, the doctor has been serving as the IVF Unit Officer at Private Emsey Hospital.

The doctor specializes in the treatment of child asthma and allergy diseases, pediatric nephrology, and pediatric infectious diseases. With a robust career spanning several reputable medical institutions, the doctor has gained extensive experience in pediatric medicine. The professional journey includes tenures at Pendik Hospital, Emsey Hospital, Hisar Hospital, and Ada Medical Hospital, with a return to Emsey Hospital in 2019, where the doctor continues to practice.

The doctor is a highly experienced hair transplant specialist with over two decades of experience. Specializing in Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) methods, the doctor has performed more than 4000 hair grafting operations. Known for expertise in Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment, the doctor enhances the success rate of hair transplantation. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in performing transplants on moustaches, beards, and eyebrows.

The doctor is a member of the World FUE Institute.

The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine at Erciyes University, completing their studies in 1999. With a decade of experience from 2010 to 2020, the doctor has served in various capacities at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital and Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to medical practice and research in these institutions.

The doctor graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989 and initially worked as a General Practitioner in emergency service and AÇSAP centers until 1998. Specializing in radiology, the doctor completed a specialization at Taksim First Aid Training and Research Hospital from 1998 to 2002.

Following specialization, the doctor practiced at Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center from 2002 to 2009, and then at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Imaging Center from 2009 to 2010. The doctor returned to Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center, continuing to work there from 2010 to 2013.

Dr. Bekir Zafer Akad is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in İzmir. He graduated from 9 Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Akad specializes in breast aesthetics, including prosthesis, reduction, and lifting procedures. He also performs eyelid and ear surgery alongside full tummy tucks.

• Performs reconstructive microsurgery for nerve, vascular, and tendon ruptures.
• Treats skin cancers and performs surgical mole removal.
• Provides pediatric surgery for cleft lip, palate, and conjoined fingers.
• Offers non-surgical facial rejuvenation using Botox, fillers, and gold needle laser.

Dr. Fahrettin Atalmış is an orthopedic surgeon at Söke Egemed Hospital. He specializes in bone and joint injuries, arthrosis, and hand surgery. Dr. Atalmış earned his medical degree from Çukurova University. He completed surgical training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats complex conditions like hip fractures, meniscus tears, and osteoporosis.
• Corrects skeletal deformities including syndactyly and valgus deformity.
• Uses arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint diagnosis and treatment.
• Works at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients annually.

Dr. Murat Kaya is a chest diseases specialist at Egemed Hospitals in İzmir. He focuses on interventional bronchoscopy and lung cancer diagnostics. Dr. Kaya is a member of the European Respiratory Society. He completed his pulmonary training at Dokuz Eylül University. His work covers complex cases of COPD, asthma, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Certified in interventional bronchoscopy, sleep medicine, and smoking cessation.
• Performs COPD balloon and volume reduction procedures.
• Treats sleep respiratory disorders and manages intensive care respiratory support.
• Trained at international centers like the Golnik Clinic in Slovenia.

The doctor graduated from Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine in 1998 and completed a specialization in the Thoracic Surgery Clinic at the same institution in 2008. Specializing in chest diseases and surgery, the doctor has expertise in esophageal surgery, thoracic sympathectomy for hand sweating, and primary lung surgeries and biopsies. The doctor is also skilled in performing both flexible and rigid bronchoscopy and diaphragm surgery.