Sensorineural Hearing Loss Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Erkan Vuralkan is an award-winning ear, nose, and throat specialist who has published extensive research on protecting the inner ear from damage.

• Brings expertise from VM Medical Park Florya and major Turkish education and research hospitals
• Won first prize at the National Otology-Neurootology Congress for his work on preventing ear toxicity
• Registered with the Turkish ORL-HNS Board for Head, Neck, and Thyroid Surgery
• Active contributor to the Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
• Specialises in managing complex sinus and inner-ear conditions through evidence-based protocols

Dr Gokhan Kutlar manages complex hearing loss cases using microsurgery and endoscopic techniques at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specialises in ear diseases and hearing recovery surgery
• Performs microsurgery – high-precision work on delicate inner ear structures
• Uses endoscopic head and neck surgery for less invasive access
• Manages vertigo and vestibular issues related to inner ear disorders
• Expert in salivary gland surgery and head and neck oncology

Professor Mazhar Celikoyar brings international expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital following specialist training in the United States and France.

• Completed clinical work at Indiana Methodist Hospital in the USA
• Served as Assistant Physician at Hôpital Foch in France
• Former ENT Assistant Chief at the major Şişli Etfal training hospital
• Focuses on restoring auditory function through medical and surgical intervention
• Holds an academic professorship at Istanbul Florence Nightingale

Professor Davut Tepe specialises in microscope-assisted ear surgery for both adults and children at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs microscopic ear surgery to repair delicate structures within the middle ear
• Uses endoscopic techniques for clearer visualisation and more precise ear canal procedures
• Expertise includes managing complex sensorineural issues in paediatric patients
• Treats cases involving ear obstructions like adenoids using the plasma-evaporation method
• Recognised authority in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgical interventions

Professor Ahmet Eyibilen is a specialist in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgery at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex hearing restorations.

• Specialises in ear disease surgery and microsurgery for delicate head and neck conditions
• Uses microsurgical techniques to improve precision and protect sensitive ear structures
• Provides surgical management for sensorineural hearing issues and inner ear diseases
• Treats balance disorders and dizziness linked to hearing loss conditions

Dr Pasa Dagistanli leads Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) services at Asyaesthetic Clinic, having trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in surgical treatment procedures for complex hearing and ear conditions
• Completed intensive surgical residency at Istanbul University – a leading Turkish medical institution
• Expertise includes septoplasty and maxillofacial surgery to address structural airway issues
• Focuses on clinical research to use evidence-based methods for hearing restoration

Dr Irmak Ucak is an ear, nose, and throat expert at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a centre recognized for its high-tech surgical facilities.

• Manages paediatric ear, nose, and throat conditions for younger patients
• Educated at Hacettepe University within their prestigious English medical faculty
• Trained at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal – a major Turkish training and research hospital
• Serves as a lecturer at Istanbul Health and Technology University
• Focuses on functional ear and nose procedures to improve patient quality of life

Professor Denizhan Ozkaya co-founded the Ento Surgical Medical Center and has spent decades focusing on complex ear, nose, and throat surgeries.

• Specialises in surgical interventions for hearing restoration and inner ear disorders
• Graduated from Ege University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Completed specialist training in ENT at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs high-volume surgical procedures for both local and international patients

After he completed his University in Dicle University Medical Faculty, he has specialized in ENT Clinic in Izmir Education and Reseacrh Hospital. Following he worked in Aydin Medline Hospital as ENT Specialist. Since May 2012 he began working at Private ENTO ENT Medical Center and still continue to work there.He is a highly skilled specialist in the treatment of protruding ears (otoplasty) and a broad range of related ear conditions. With a deep understanding of ear anatomy and aesthetics, he is adept at correcting prominent ears, providing solutions that balance cosmetic appeal with functional outcomes. His expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of congenital ear deformities such as microtia and lop ear, as well as addressing ear trauma, keloid formation after ear piercings, and chronic ear infections that may affect both children and adults. He is committed to offering comprehensive and personalized care, utilizing advanced surgical techniques and non-surgical options to ensure optimal results for his patients. His approach is patient-centered, focusing on delivering the highest standard of care with a dedication to improving both the appearance and overall ear health of his patients.

Dr Mehmet Ali Ciftci specialises in surgical solutions for sensorineural hearing loss – he performs cochlear implants to help patients with severe ear damage regain sound awareness.

• Performs stapedotomy with teflon piston application for middle ear calcification
• Expert in tympanoplasty to repair perforated eardrums and chronic infections
• Treats serous otitis by inserting ear tubes to manage fluid and pressure
• Focuses on restoring hearing function through delicate microsurgery of the middle ear

Dr Turgay Topcuoglu focuses on restoring hearing through surgical interventions such as cochlear implants and tympanoplasty at Asyaesthetic Clinic.

• Performs cochlear implant surgery to bypass damaged ear parts and directly stimulate the hearing nerve
• Uses stapedotomy and teflon piston applications to treat hearing loss caused by ear calcification
• Manages chronic middle ear infections through various tympanoplasty techniques to repair the eardrum
• Specialises in endoscopic procedures for narrower surgical sites, leading to less tissue trauma
• Applies clinical research findings to surgical treatment plans for complex ear conditions

Associate Professor Burak Kocagozoglu is a surgical expert at Can Hospitals Turkey, holding international certification in English through the Occupational English Test (OET).

• Specialises in otorhinolaryngology, focusing on the delicate structures of the inner ear
• Member of the European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology
• Certified in cadaveric dissection – highly detailed surgical training for head and neck anatomy
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

Op Dr Mehmet Palali is a published researcher who has specifically studied the timing of oxygen therapy to improve hearing recovery. He practices at Istanbul EsteCapelli Clinic.

• Specialises in sudden sensorineural hearing loss management and recovery
• Expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy – uses high-pressure oxygen to repair damaged inner ear cells
• Trained at the prestigious Ankara Numune Science and Research Hospital
• Published clinical research in the European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
• Member of the Turkish National ENT and Head and Neck Surgery Society

Associate Professor Umit Filiz co-founded the Ento Surgical Medical Centre after completing specialist training at Celal Bayar University. He brings international perspective to hearing care following his tenure as a visiting doctor at the University of Vienna.

• Member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Association
• Specialises in functional surgery to improve breathing and auditory outcomes
• Certified in aviation medicine for complex pressure-related ear conditions
• Member of the European Sleep Research Association
• Consults fluently in English and German for international patients

Associate Professor Fazilet Altin is a highly credentialed ear, nose, and throat specialist who focuses on neurotology at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed intensive training at the Turkish Otology and Neurotology School
• Specialises in ear-related nerve disorders and complex hearing restoration
• Board-certified by the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Board
• Former supervisor at Haseki Training and Research Hospital training future specialists
• Graduated from the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine