Doctors in Turkey — Page 45

Dr. Behruz Uysal is a hair transplant surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has performed over 8,000 hair restoration surgeries. Dr. Uysal heads the clinic's Hair Transplantation and Hair Health Department. He is a member of the International Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He works at a JCI-accredited facility certified by TÜV Hessen.

• Specializes in FUE, DHI, and ARTAS robotic hair transplant techniques.
• Performs specialized procedures including Afro and female hair transplants.
• Cofounded the Hair Transplantation and Hair Health Department in 2018.
• Is a certified specialist in both hair transplantation and mesotherapy.

Dr. Ahmad Dogan is the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics, limb lengthening, and Ilizarov surgery. Dr. Dogan completed a specialized fellowship at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Austria. He is an active member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS).

• Performs complex procedures including shoulder and ankle replacements.
• Treats congenital deformities like clubfoot and pediatric hip dysplasia.
• Uses stem cell applications such as BMAC and SVF for joint treatment.
• Expert in deformity correction using the Taylor Spatial Frame system.

Dr. Ahmet Alptekin is a pediatric surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in neonatal surgery and pediatric urology. Dr. Alptekin trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic interventions for children.

• Performs tumor surgery and complex reconstructive procedures in children.
• Expert in endoscopy and cystoscopy for pediatric diagnostic and surgical care.
• Treats congenital conditions like anal atresia and inguinal hernias.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr. Bulent Hacimeoglu is the Head of Pediatric Endocrinology at Istanbul Aydin University. He specializes in treating type 2 diabetes, thyroid diseases, and adrenal adenomas in children. Dr. Hacimeoglu is a winner of three oral presentation prizes at National Pediatric Endocrine congresses. He holds a professorship at the Istinye University Faculty of Medicine.

• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE).
• Specializes in microvascular aging and cardiovascular performance in obese adolescents.
• Treats autoimmune thyroiditis and diffusive-toxic goiter.
• Practices at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, an institution with international health tourism authorization.

Dr. Zeynep Alkin is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital. She specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and medical retina treatments. She completed a research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute, US. Dr. Alkin is a member of the Surgical Retinal Board of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society.

• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications on retinal diseases and diabetic edema.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus, cataracts, and vitreous body destruction.
• Performs vitrectomy, LASIK eye surgery, and multifocal lens implantation.
• Delivered over 40 presentations at international and national medical meetings.

Dr. Suat Ersani is a gynecologist and obstetrician at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery for complex reproductive conditions. Dr. Ersani is a member of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE).

• Performs laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, and ovarian cyst removal.
• Treats infertility using ovulation induction and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
• Completed specialized training at Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Diseases Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

Dr. Ercan Karakoc is a radiology professor at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional radiology and abdominal imaging. Dr. Karakoc completed a research fellowship at University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA. He is a fellow of the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology.

• Specializes in uterine fibroid embolization and prostate fusion biopsy.
• Winner of multiple European Congress of Radiology and ESGAR awards.
• Served as General Secretary for the Turkish Society of Radiology.
• Published over 100 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Mert Yilmaz is a pioneer of endovascular abdominal aneurysm repair in Turkey. He leads the cardiovascular surgery department at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Yilmaz treats both adults and children for complex heart conditions. He is an international member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA).

• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles with 7 first-in-literature clinical reports.
• Completed residency and pediatric cardiac surgery degrees at Uludag University.
• Holds professional certification from the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Maintains academic standing as a full professor at Halic University.

Dr. Breket Manzar is an internal medicine specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He provides medical check-ups for men, women, and children. Dr. Manzar earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

• Specializes in preventative screenings and body composition analysis.
• Performs premium, basic, heart, and oncological check-up packages.
• Member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Kadri Cemil Apaydin is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. He has over 40 years of experience in active clinical practice. Dr. Apaydin has published over 60 scientific works in international journals and conferences. He holds a Turkish Ophthalmology Proficiency Certificate and specializes in vision diagnostics.

• Member of EURETINA and the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS).
• Active member of the New York Academy of Sciences.
• Completed medical training and a residency at Hacettepe University.
• Works at a specialized clinic treating 30,000 eye patients annually.

Dr. Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She has published over 50 scientific works in the field of eye care. Dr. Tuzcu specializing in cataract and strabismus surgery. She treats medical conditions like amblyopia and performs multifocal lens implantations.

• Completed retina training at the Ankara Faculty of Medicine.
• Qualified in refractive and vitreoretinal surgical techniques.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at an ISO 9001 certified facility treating 30,000 patients annually.

Dr. Baris Nuhoglu is a urological surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in prostate treatments, including robotic adenomectomy and Holmium laser enucleation. Dr. Nuhoglu has published over 100 scientific works, with 58 appearing in international journals. He currently serves as the Head of the Urology Department at Biruni University.

• Performs complex procedures like bladder reconstruction and robotic-assisted nephrectomy.
• Treats Peyronie's disease using surgical penile curvature correction.
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourology Association.
• Works at a facility holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Elif Cömert Özer is a dermatologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. She specializes in cosmetic applications, pediatric dermatology, and allergic skin diseases. Dr. Özer earned her medical degree from Uludağ University. She completed her residency at Marmara University Department of Dermatology.

• Performs skin tumor surgery, biopsy, and nevus monitoring.
• Treats psoriasis, acne, and sexually transmitted diseases.
• Expert in Botox, fillers, mesotherapy, and PRP treatments.
• Published research on omalizumab safety for chronic spontaneous urticaria.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in treating chronic total occlusions and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Kocas completed his specialization at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute. He treats various cardiovascular conditions, including heart valve diseases and heart failure.

• Performs TAVI (transcatheter aortic valve implantation) for heart valve issues.
• Expertise in managing hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and completely occluded heart vessels.
• Published research on contrast-induced kidney injury in acute coronary syndrome.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.