Doctors in Turkey — Page 94

Dr. Ugur Derdiyok is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at TWT Health Clinic in Istanbul. He provides surgical precision for dental implants, bone grafting, and complex extractions. Dr. Derdiyok treats patients from Europe, the USA, and Australia. He is a member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI). His clinic holds ADA accreditation, the premier US dental quality standard.

• Specializes in All-on-4, All-on-6, and zygomatic dental implants.
• Performs sinus lifting and surgical jaw cyst removals.
• Expert in smile makeovers using E-max veneers and zirconia crowns.
• Is a member of the Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (TAOMS).

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Gamze Baykan Ozguc is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She holds specialized certification in active birth and emergency obstetric care. Dr. Ozguc focuses on pregnancy follow-up and surgical interventions. She performs laparoscopic, hysteroscopic, and urogynecological operations.

• Earned a degree from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed specialized training in fetal ultrasound and infertility management.
• Certified in fractional CO2 laser for gynecological aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the Reproductive Health and Infertility Association (TSRM).

Dr. Eylem Karatay is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She completed advanced endoscopy fellowships at Johns Hopkins University and Korea University. Dr. Karatay treats complex digestive tract conditions and liver diseases. She performs precise procedures like endoscopic mucosal resection and endosonography.

• Specializes in managing inflammatory bowel diseases and viral hepatitis.
• Authored over 25 articles in international and national medical journals.
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association and Liver Diseases Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for colorectal surgery.

Dr. Mesut Polat is a professor of gynecologic oncology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in advanced oncologic surgery and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Polat has published 19 international papers in high-impact SCI-Expanded journals. He focuses on complex conditions like placenta accreta and postpartum hemorrhage.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic myomectomy using the da Vinci system.
• Treats high-risk pregnancies and complex pelvic floor disorders.
• Received multiple Certificates of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Alper Karalok is a gynecologic oncologist at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus. He holds an Associate Professorship in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Karalok completed a robotic surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. He focuses on pinhole surgery for gynecologic cancers and complex ovary malignancies.

• Specializes in sentinel lymph node application and ovary cancer surgery.
• Treats pre-invasive cervical lesions and uterine fibroids using robotic techniques.
• Is a member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
• Practices at a clinic recognized as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr. Ayşe İrem Yasin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate. Dr. Yasin specializes in solid tumors, including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She treats complex cases such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cancers of unknown primary.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, and Basel University Hospital.
• Completed a clinical observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy.
• Treats brain and CNS malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and urologic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

Dr. Birol Baytan is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 950 bone marrow transplants for children. Dr. Baytan specializes in treating childhood cancers, leukemia, and lymphomas. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s largest bone marrow transplant unit.

• Specializes in complex procedures like CAR T-cell therapy and haploidentical stem cell transplantation.
• Treats childhood bleeding diseases, vascular occlusion, and various types of anemia.
• Authored over 15 articles in international refereed journals and three medical books.
• Former Assistant Professor in Pediatric Hematology at Uludağ University.

The doctor is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Specializes in complex coronary interventions and has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. Graduated from a top medical school and completed a fellowship in cardiology at a renowned institution. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious cardiology societies and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Recognized for contributions to advancing cardiac care and implementing innovative treatment protocols.

Dr. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

EDUCATION:

2000 - SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, .

1996 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

EXPERIENCE:

2019 - Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital

2017 - 2019 - Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital

2005 - 2017 - Private Avicenna Umut Hospital

2003 - 2005 - SSK Yalova Regional Hospital

2002 - 2003 - Kayseri Military Hospital

Dr. Saadet Unsal is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She treats complex women's health conditions, including uterine fibroids and endometriosis. Dr. Unsal is published in SCI-Expanded journals for her research on menopause symptom management. She works at a hospital serving 350,000 patients annually with high quality scores.

• Performs gynecologic oncology procedures and aesthetic medicine treatments.
• Provides specialized care for polycystic ovaries and uterine prolapse.
• Expertise includes skin rejuvenation, PRP therapy, and botox injections.
• Maintains a clinical focus on both reconstructive surgery and preventive gynecology.

Dr. Emre Sivrikoz is a colorectal surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He is one of the few European surgeons holding FEBS certification in coloproctology. Dr. Sivrikoz focuses on minimally invasive surgery for colon and rectal cancer. He completed fellowships at St Mark’s Hospital in London and the University of Southern California.

• Published over 30 articles in international journals on colorectal and trauma surgery.
• Specializes in laparoscopic and robotic proctocolectomy with J-pouch procedures.
• Performs advanced laser treatments for complex anal fistulas and hemorrhoidal disease.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility designated as a Center of Excellence for colorectal surgery.

Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış is a professor of urological surgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the Secretary General of the Endourology Society. Dr. Atış trained in robotic urology at the Heidelberg University Heilbronn Clinic. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and urological oncology.

• Published over 100 articles in international and peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Treats complex conditions including pediatric urolithiasis, urethral strictures, and Peyronie's disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acıbadem, which utilizes the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Deniz Selin Kahya is a restorative dentist and prosthetist at Esthetic Smile Academy in Istanbul. She focuses on aesthetic anterior region fillings and treatments that protect natural tooth tissue. Dr. Kahya completed her specialist training at Bezmi Alem Valide Sultan Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital.

• Specializes in composite and ceramic laminate veneers for aesthetic smile transformations.
• Performs root canal treatments, porcelain bridges, and zirconia veneer installations.
• Works at Esthetic Smile Academy, an official Straumann dental implant system provider.
• Treats patients at a clinic affiliated with the World Dental Federation (FDI).

Dr. Ceren Cetinbay is an endodontic specialist at Esthetic Smile Academy in Istanbul. She performs complex root canal treatments using a dental microscope for high precision. Dr. Cetinbay earned her dental degree from Marmara University and completed research-based endodontics training. She works at a clinic affiliated with the World Dental Federation (FDI) and the International Team for Implantology (ITI).

• Uses a dental microscope to remove foreign objects from root canals.
• Treats dental pulpitis and caries using biocompatible materials.
• Performs deep cleaning, scaling, and root planing.
• Expert in inlay and onlay restorations for fractured or decayed teeth.

Dr. Selim Guldiken is a certified ophthalmologist at CatchLife Medical Center in Antalya. He focuses on laser vision correction, lens replacements, and strabismus surgeries. Dr. Guldiken is a speaker at national medical conferences. He earned his medical degree from Adnan Menderes University. His residency training was completed at Akdeniz University.

• Performs LASIK and No Touch Laser (TransPRK) vision correction.
• Uses premium intraocular lenses from Johnson & Johnson and Alcon.
• Treats complex eye conditions including cataracts, keratoconus, and strabismus.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.