Sensorineural hearing loss Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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 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 Yasin Kulaksiz is a specialist ear, nose, and throat surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, where he manages complex hearing and ear conditions.

• Specialises in tympanoplasty to repair eardrums and improve hearing function
• Expert in treating cholesteatoma, a growth that can lead to permanent hearing loss
• Highly trained in temporal bone dissection for precise middle and inner ear surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
• Regular contributor to international journals including The Journal of Laryngology and Otology

Professor Selahattin Tugrul is a senior specialist in ear, nose, and throat surgery who leads the otorhinolaryngology department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in otology and neurotology, focusing on conditions affecting the inner ear and hearing pathways
• Holds the rank of Professor, the highest academic distinction for medical specialists
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Former senior faculty member at Bezmialem Vakif University, where he trained future ear specialists

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

Dr. Tuncay Kodas is an ENT specialist at Ento Surgical Medical Center in Izmir. He is an expert in otoplasty and specializes in treating protruding ears. Dr. Kodas focuses on both cosmetic ear shaping and functional outcomes. He works at a center with over 20 years of experience in ENT surgery.

• Corrects congenital ear deformities like microtia and lop ear.
• Treats complex ear issues, including keloid formation and chronic infections.
• Performs specialized procedures such as cochlear implants and tympanoplasty.
• Addresses structural nasal conditions through septoplasty and polyp surgery.

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

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

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

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

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

Dr. Tolga Kandogan is an ENT specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He has published 28 articles in international refereed journals. Dr. Kandogan treats complex conditions including sleep apnea and sensorineural hearing loss. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with Da Vinci robotic systems.

• Presented research at over 15 international scientific meetings.
• Moderated 35 domestic panel conferences and live surgery sessions.
• Treats deviated septums, nasal polyps, and adenoids.
• Practice supports over 1,200 patients daily at a major multi-specialty hub.

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