Doctors in Turkey — Page 50

Dr. Ugur Filizcan is a cardiovascular surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement, coronary bypass surgery, and aortic aneurysm repair. Dr. Filizcan treats complex conditions including aortic insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its specialised stroke and cardiac care units.

• Performs open heart surgery and coronary stenting.
• Expertise includes radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Installs heart pacemakers and performs coronary revascularization.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 10 surgical theaters and 63 intensive care beds.

Dr. Hulya Gürel Savas is a radiology specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. She has over a decade of experience in medical imaging and diagnostics. She earned her medical degree and residency at Ondokuz Mayıs University.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Radiology.
• Completed specialized training in breast imaging and obstetric imaging.
• Practices at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, which has 26 specialized medical departments.
• Focused on diagnostic radiology and maternal-fetal imaging techniques.

Dr. Deniz Kilic has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures in Turkey. He is a specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir. Dr. Kilic focuses on cornea and refractive surgery. He completed his clinical fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany. Dr. Kilic holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr. Mehmet Alp Tavas is a dental specialist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He holds a PhD and a Master’s degree from the University of Manchester. Dr. Tavas focuses on orthodontics, including ceramic and lingual braces. He treats complex conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis. His clinical work is supported by İstinye Dental Hospital’s JCI safety accreditation.

• Published research on orthodontic bonding in the British Journal of Orthodontics.
• Former faculty member at İstanbul Medipol and İstinye University.
• Served as a Consultant Faculty Member at Queen Dental Center.
• Specializes in adult, teen, and pediatric brace installations.

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Durdu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Ankara Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive heart valve surgery. He performs sutureless aortic valve replacements and multiple valve implantations. Dr. Durdu uses right anterior minithoracotomies to avoid traditional large chest incisions.

• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (ISMICS).
• Published studies on aortic valve replacement and bypass in prestigious medical journals.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ankara Hospital, which holds a 99% bypass success rate.

Dr. Sule Yildirim Kopuk is an obstetrician-gynecologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in IVF, maternal-fetal medicine, and minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Dr. Kopuk completed international observerships at Yale School of Medicine and the Nezhat Medical Center. She treats complex conditions like infertility, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.

• Trained in maternal-fetal medicine at Yale University, Connecticut.
• Specialized in minimally invasive surgery at the Nezhat Medical Center in Georgia.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures, including myomectomy and hysterectomy.
• Works at VM Medical Park Pendik, a JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Emrah Koksal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at BAU MedicalPark Göztepe Hospital. He is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). Dr. Koksal specializes in facial, body, and breast procedures. He trained at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.
• Performs aesthetic procedures including rhinoplasty, facelifts, and tummy tucks.
• Treats reconstructive cases and performs complex microsurgery.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital complex in Istanbul.

Specializations

Hypertension

Cardiovascular Occlusion and Treatment

Heart Failure Diagnosis and Treatment

Heart Rhythm Disorders

High Cholesterol

Congenital Heart disease

Education

2009-2015 Azerbaijan Medical University Faculty of Medicine

2017 -2023 Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine Cardiology Specialization Training

Dr. Cemal Aydin is an interventional radiologist at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara. He served as the head physician of a radiology department. Dr. Aydin focuses on diagnostic procedures and minimally invasive image-guided treatments. He practiced interventional radiology at the prestigious Koç University Hospital.

• Specializes in Trucut and fine-needle aspiration biopsies for lung lesions.
• Uses diffusion-weighted MRI to identify specific brain tumors like meningiomas.
• Presented research on liver metastases at several National Radiology Congresses.
• Works at a facility that treats over 10,000 patients every year.

Dr. Fatih Mert is a pediatrician at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in newborn monitoring and rehabilitation for children with special needs. Dr. Mert handles childhood vaccinations and treats development retardation. He works at a TMA-accredited facility that serves 280,000 patients annually.

• Completed his medical specialization at Karadeniz Technical University.
• Expertise in pediatric endocrine, metabolism, and oncology cases.
• Holds certifications in neonatal resuscitation and mechanical ventilation.
• Trained in intensive care and asthma management.

Dr. Gokcen Gokce is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir. He has performed over 10,000 surgical cases. He specializes in laser vision correction, corneal transplants, and pediatric eye care. Dr. Gokce holds an Associate Professorship from the Gulhane Military Medical Academy.

• Certified in SMILE, i-LASIK, and Femtolaser cataract surgery techniques.
• Holds a medical directorship certificate for cornea bank operations.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus using corneal rings and cross-linking.
• Extensive expertise in oculoplastic surgery, strabismus, and glaucoma procedures.

Dr. Suleyman Oflu is a psychiatrist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Izmit. He treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Dr. Oflu manages hospitalization for patients requiring intensive psychological support. He also specializes in treating addiction and substance use disorders.

• Provides diagnostic services using EEG and Brain MRI for mental health assessment.
• Treats personality disorders including borderline, narcissistic, and antisocial types.
• Specializes in pediatric and adult care for schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorders.
• Practices at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, a member of the Turkish Society for Quality.

Dr. Namik Ozkan is a general surgeon at Memorial Ankara Hospital. He specializes in bariatric and abdominal surgeries. He is the founding dean of the Aksaray University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Ozkan trained at Ankara University. He treats complex conditions like obesity with surgical interventions.

• Served as a Professor and Dean at multiple Turkish medical institutions.
• Held leadership roles at Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University and Aksaray University.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Ankara Hospital.
• Completed his medical degree and surgery specialization at Ankara University.

Dr. Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laser refractive surgery and phacoemulsification for cataract treatment. Dr. Cekmeceli completed specialized surgical training at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida. He also studied refractive techniques at Moscow University Eye Institute.

• Performs complex retinal detachment surgery and corneal transplants.
• Treats conditions including strabismus, uveitis, and vitreous body destruction.
• Is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a dedicated stroke center and 420 beds.

Dr. Veysel Ozan is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital (2026–present). He earned his MD from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2011). He completed his cardiology residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He worked as a specialist cardiologist at Hakkari State Hospital (2016–2017) and at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2017–2020). He later served as a faculty member at Dışkapı (2020–2022) and at Etlik City Hospital (2022–2026).

Accreditations and awards: Turkish Society of Cardiology Proficiency Certificate (2019). TSC Most Successful Young Cardiologist of the Year, 2019–2020 term (awarded 2020). First Prize for Best Oral Presentation at the 31st National Congress of Applied Interventional Cardiology.

Dr. Baha Zengel is a general surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery and thyroid diseases. He holds a doctorate in Basic Oncology from Dokuz Eylül University. Dr. Zengel serves as a founding board member of the Basic Oncology Association. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in İzmir.

• Performs breast-conserving mastectomy and simultaneous reconstructions.
• Expert in ROLL and SNOLL localization techniques for non-palpable lesions.
• Treats patients using laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallbladder diseases.
• Former board member of the Aegean Region Surgery Association.